Franchise News

Welcomemat Services Announces Growth Plans for Asheville

Welcomemat Services, the nation???s leading franchise system specializing in helping businesses turn new movers into loyal customers, has announced expansion into Asheville, North Carolina.

Family-Oriented Beef ???O??? Brady???s Headed to Batesville, AR

Beef ???O??? Brady???s, the 220-unit franchise of family sports pubs & restaurants, announced today the signing of its first franchise agreement in Batesville, AR.

Caring Transitions Partners With Tag Sell It, Pak Mail & 1-800-GOT-JUNK? to help Clients Relocate

Caring Transitions, a national franchise specializing in the entire relocation process, has partnered with a trio of industry professionals to help ease the moving process.

Mooyah Inks Deals to 'Carry the Torch' Coast to Coast

While many concepts tend to focus on a carefully calculated, region-by-region expansion in their pursuit of brand growth, Texas-based burger company Mooyah Burgers plans to ride the ???better-burger??? wave from coast to coast in the next 10 years.

Pak Mail and Caring Transitions Unite to Simplify Any Move Anywhere

Pak Mail Centers of America, a leader in the packing and shipping industry, has partnered with relocation experts Caring Transitions, a national franchise specializing in assisting clients ??? often seniors ??? through the necessary steps during a life transition, including relocation and liquidation of personal property.

Caring Transitions??? additions earn industry praise

Industry experts in senior relocation are taking note of the ongoing growth and expansion of Caring Transitions territories and its growing network of professional affiliations ??? most recently partnering with Tag Sell It, Pak Mail and 1-800-GOT-JUNK?

1-800-GOT-JUNK? Aligns with Caring Transitions

1-800-GOT-JUNK? confirms once again its exceptional customer service as it is chosen as the official junk removal service for relocation experts Caring Transitions, a national franchise specializing in assisting clients through all the steps necessary during a life transition, including relocation and liquidation of personal property.

Ex-Beef O'Brady's president invests in new chain

A familiar face will lead the effort as Little Greek Restaurant tries to make gyros more mainstream in fast-casual dining.

Surfs Up! Flip Flop Shops & Cobian Deliver Surfers??? Delight Promo This May

Flip Flop Shops, North America???s first retail chain exclusive to the hottest brands and latest styles of flip flops and sandals, today announced that it has partnered with Cobian for its May system-wide promotion to give consumers the ultimate surf movie when they ???Expose Their Toes??? with Cobian.

Sanrio, Inc. and Ty Announce Collaboration to Aid in Disaster Relief to Japan and Pacific

The North American subsidiary of Tokyo-based Sanrio, Co. Ltd., and Ty have collaborated to create a special limited edition Hello Kitty Beanie Baby to aid in disaster relief.

Straw Hat Pizza to Honor Heroes During May

Straw Hat Pizza, the original California Pizza since 1959, is proud to announce it will celebrate ???Honor Our Heroes Month??? during the month of May to serve as a reminder of Memorial Day and provides appreciation and recognition to members of the Armed Forces, Law Enforcement, Fire Fighters, Emergency Medical Technicians and Paramedics.

Grout Doctor ranks as a Military Friendly Franchise for 2011 by G.I. Jobs Magazine

The Grout Doctor ranked in the top 7% of the nation???s franchises that are doing the most to recruit military veterans.

Caring Transitions Continues Industry Leadership

Caring Transitions continues to demonstrate its commitment to excellence through the franchise system???s growing membership in the MoveSeniors.com professional network.

Straw Hat Pizza ranks in top 500 Franchises with Social Media Savvy

Straw Hat Pizza, the original 'California Pizza' since 1959, announced it has earned the 185th spot on the "2011 Franchises in Social Media Ranking: Franchises on Facebook" by franchisehelp.com.

An Old-fashioned Approach To Finding Customers

The flooring business isn't what it used to be. But for Tom Wood, the president and CEO of Floor Coverings International, that's a good thing.

Turn a Low-Cost Franchise into a Big-Time Success

So how do you turn a little into a lot? Follow these six tips from Strowd and Laughlin:

Straw Hat Pizza Now Open in San Jose, CA

Known for its Genuine California Pizza, Straw Hat Pizza at The Plant will Celebrate its Grand Opening with FREE PIZZA DAY March 24th

ECOMAIDS Celebrates Earth Day with National Groupon Promotion

Deal-happy customers across the U.S. save more than 55% on environmentally-friendly house cleaning service

Flip Flop Shops Inks Master Franchise Agreement for Canada

Flip Flop Shops hangs ten ??? actually 30-plus ??? in Canada with a major expansion deal.

Doc Popcorn Commands High-Quality New Franchisees in Q1 2011

With a development pipeline that now has more than 100 new locations under development, Doc Popcorn is positioned for significant expansion in 2011 and beyond.

RaceTrac Planning 'Flagship' Store

RaceTrac Petroleum Inc. is planning to build its new "signature" convenience store in its own backyard in Smyrna, Ga.

Fortune Cookie Promotions Announces 10% Discount!

Whether a local locksmith store or a nationwide law firm needs direct marketing, Fortune Cookie Promotions is the best choice. Fortune Cookie Promotions advertises on the back of fortune cookie slips and distributes the fortune cookies to over 12,000-plus Chinese restaurant partners.

SearchMarketMe Welcomes 97th Online Marketing Agency Owner

With existing experience in e-commerce and a clear understanding of the global shift that is occurring toward online marketing, Dean Hawker has wanted to operate his own online marketing agency - not a franchise - for some time.

The Entrepreneur???s Source Helps Budding Entrepreneurs Identify the Right Business Opportunity

TES, the franchise industry???s leading career and business coaching company, was created to help these promising entrepreneurs fulfill their dreams of being self-sufficient.

Award-Winning Grout Care Franchise Continues Expansion in 2 Billion Dollar Industry

Rated one of the top franchises in North America by Franchise Business Review, The Grout Doctor is proud to be the largest and most experienced brand in the business of renewing existing tile, grout and natural stone to its original beauty.

Beef ???O??? Brady???s Continues Growth in Florida

Armed with a refreshed menu and new prototype design, Tampa-based Beef ???O??? Brady???s, the 220-unit franchise of family sports pubs & restaurants best known for great food and the ties it builds with its communities, has identified Dunnellon as a key component to the company???s growth strategy in Florida.

FASTSIGNS Inks New Conversion Deal in Bourbonnais, Ill.

While the uncertain economy and credit freeze have halted business development plans for some entrepreneurs, local entrepreneur Greg Yates continues to set high standards and has announced a signed deal to open three FASTSIGNS stores throughout the local market.

Home Care Franchise BrightStar Expands Care Giving Network into Newport Beach and Irvine

BrightStar of San Juan Capistrano, a full-service, non-medical home care and medical staffing agency, announces the expansion of its care giving network into Newport Beach and Irvine.

New Pre-School Arts Education Program Comes to Basking Ridge

Wee Little Arts, a 9-year-old visual arts program, will offer classes at the Tree House Child Caring Center, Weintal Preschool and Gentle Shepherd Christian Preschool.

Unishippers Offers Expert Logistics Advice in Time of High Gas Prices

Unishippers Global Logistics, LLC, the nation???s first and largest small package and freight shipping reseller, is offering expert shipping advice to the many small businesses that are being severely affected by high gasoline prices.

Many small businesses that depend on driving coping with gas prices

We have all seen gas prices continuing to rise. For many small businesses those gas prices are especially painful, because a big part of their job involves driving

Chipotle Launches $10,000 Challenge

For the last five weeks, Chipotle Mexican Grill has wrapped its signature burritos in gold foil to call attention to the chain's use of premium quality ingredients. Now, the company is calling on customers to wrap what they love in gold or silver foil, photograph the object and upload the picture to its website as part of its "Wrap What You Love" contest.

Franchisee Satisfaction Important to Consider Before Buying A Home Service Franchise

Grout Doctor is announced as a 2011 Franchisee Satisfaction Award Winner by Franchise Business Review

Beef ???O??? Brady???s Signs on as Title Sponsor of St. Petersburg Bowl for Third Consecutive Year

Tampa-based Beef ???O??? Brady???s announced today that the company has signed a three-year agreement with ESPN Regional Television to continue as the title sponsor for the Beef ???O??? Brady???s Bowl at Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg, FL.

Belfor Franchise Group Honors Steve Lajiness

Sheldon Yellen, CEO of BELFOR, recognized Belfor Franchise Group Sr. Franchise Development Manager, Steve Lajiness, at a company ???Town Hall??? meeting for his many achievements and contributions to the growth of the DUCTZ and HOODZ franchise systems.

SearchMarketMe Introduces New CEO with Global Mindset to Lead Company Growth Worldwide

As demand for training and support grows in international markets, SearchMarketMe has introduced new President & CEO, Boyd Karren, a recent graduate of both the Thunderbird School of Global Management and Indiana University's Kelley School of Business.

Flip Flop Shops & Sanuk Team Up to Welcome Flip Flop Season

Flip Flop Shops has teamed up with Sanuk to give consumers free swag when they purchase the latest styles from Sanuk.

NOVUS Class New Franchisee Profile

First Zoom Dry Cleaning location in Dallas Opens

Zoom Dry Cleaning, a Texas-based dry cleaning concept, has opened their first Dallas, TX location at 11810 Preston Road. The site was under development for the past three months.

Jani-King Hosts Annual Convention

The Grout Doctor Selected as One of the 50 Top Franchises for Military Veterans

The World Franchising Network has named The Grout Doctor as one of the ???50 Top Franchises for Veterans.???

Sanrio, Inc. Launches Co-Brand Girl's Collection with Misha Lulu

Sanrio is proud to announce the launch of a co-branded childrenswear collection with contemporary children's brand Misha Lulu. Misha Lulu for Hello Kitty will launch for Fall 2011; the announcement is effective immediately.

SearchMarketMe Announces Mobile Marketing Advisory Group Opportunity to New Agency Owners

SearchMarketMe has created a special Advisory Group of new Agency Owners to help evaluate and improve its Mobile Marketing White Label Program, including start-up, operations procedures, and training

Oxi Fresh Carpet Cleaning Honors National (Carpet) Cleaning Week

Spring Cleaning Efforts are Celebrated with Carpet Cleaning Tips

Decor&You Decorators Become National Advocates

Consumers can now turn to Decor&You Decorators as trusted advisors and educators on the options and value of keeping their buying power in-country and using eco-conscientious vendors.

Family-Oriented Beef ???O??? Brady???s Headed to San Antonio

Beef ???O??? Brady???s, the 220-unit franchise of family sports pubs & restaurants, announced today the signing of its first franchise agreement in San Antonio, TX.

Jani-King's Latest Victory: Collaboration with The Biltmore of Phoenix

Jani-King of Phoenix???s latest victory comes with their recent collaboration with the prestigious Biltmore in Phoenix.

Illuminate Gym to open in St. Louis, Missouri

Denver based company Illuminate Gym announced today that they will be opening within the next few months in St. Louis, Missouri.

AFI Development opens its flagship retail project in Moscow

Attirance is introducing with the new store and we also have developed a new store concept.

Transworld Business Advisors ??? Irvine (Calif.) Opens Branded Business Brokerage

Transworld Business Advisors (TBA) ??? Irvine (Calif.), a business brokerage, franchise consulting and franchise development company based here, has joined the nationally renowned TBA business brokerage franchise network.