Franchise News

Soccer Stars Create Thriving Soccer Franchise in More Than 80 Territories for 57,000 Kids in 2011

Any Lab Test Now in Little Rock, Arkansas to Provide Convenient Healthcare Lab Testing Direct-to-Consumers

Little Rock, AR is a healthcare lab testing facility that provides thousands of medical lab tests to consumers and employers in a professional, convenient and cost-effective way.

Unishippers Wins 2011 Franchise Award

Unishippers Global Logistics, LLC received Franchise Business Review???s 2011 Franchisee Satisfaction Award at the International Franchise Association (IFA) 51st Annual Convention in Las Vegas on February 13-16, 2011.

Chipotle Wraps Burritos In Gold

To celebrate the 18th anniversary of its focus on using high quality ingredients, Chipotle Mexican Grill is wrapping its burritos in gold.

Grand Mark in LBM Journal March 2011

Hot New Products: Door Replacement from Grand Mark Solutions

Firstlight Homecare Hires Industry Veteran

Lauren Johnson Joins Senior Care Concept as Director of Franchise Development

BAZI Signs Agreement With 7-Eleven, Inc. to Introduce Natural Energy Shots to Its U.S. Convenience Stores

BAZI International, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: BAZI) announced today that its product, BAZI Natural Energy Shot, will be sold in participating U.S. 7-Eleven stores starting this March.

A hot new Buffalo Wings and Rings Restaurant

Friends from Lithuania Pursue American Dream; Welcome Customers to Brand New Buffalo Wings & Rings Franchise in Springdale, Ohio-- First 100 Get Free Pint Glass, T-Shirt and Chance to Win $100 Gift Card at Grand Opening --

AAMCO announces veteran discount of $8,000 on the purchase of a new AAMCO franchise

As the largest group of active duty military personnel in a decade prepares to enter civilian life, many in the military are searching for a job or business for the next stage in their lives.

Augmented Reality Apps Give Valpak New Ways to Interact with Audiences

Valpak, the leading cooperative direct marketing company in North America, today released two new Augmented Reality (AR) campaigns designed to give businesses and consumers a rich new way to interact with the classic Valpak product.

ColorTyme and RimTyme Offer Franchise Financing Guarantee

ColorTyme and RimTyme rent to own companies offer franchise business opportunities with a franchise financing guarantee. If an approved franchisee does not receive financing, ColorTyme will refund the franchise fee.

ColorTyme franchisee celebrates son's trip to the Henley Royal Regatta

Every July, hundreds of competitive rowing teams travel to Henley-on-Thames, England, to participate in one of the country's top sporting events: the Henley Royal Regatta. Among the few who get to experience this event from the inside of a boat is Greg Hughes, son to Gary Hughes - a ColorTyme and RimTyme franchise owner.

Different Types of Franchising

This article explains the basics of five different types of franchising: single-unit franchising, sequential franchising, area development, area representation and subfranchising.

Don't Miss out on Exceptional Real Estate Opportunities this year

The timing is excellent to launch a franchise business in 2010. elements and BalanceDiet feature the top real estate and construction team in the industry. We have discovered and pre-negotiated great locations from Coast to Coast, saving you hundreds of thousands of dollars in time and buildout costs!

Evaluate a Franchisor's Services

The promise of support is one of the key reasons many choose to buy a franchise. Yet support levels vary from wonderful to nil. Michael Seid offers guidance on evaluating types and levels of franchisor support.

Express Employment Professionals Earns World-Class Franchise Designation

Express Employment Professionals announces its distinction as a world-class franchise for the fourth year in a row.

Express Employment Professionals Sales Summit 2010

Express Employment Professionals invites franchise prospects interested in growing a professional staffing business to attend the Sales and Leadership Education Summit 2010 (SALES Summit).

Fitness Franchise Names Bob Haimes Executive VP and Chief Growth Officer

Fitness Together Holdings, Inc., has named Bob Haimes to the newly-created post of executive vice president and chief growth officer.

Fitness Together Receives Approval for SBA Franchise Registry Listing

Fitness Together Franchise Corporation, the world's largest personal training franchise, announced the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has included Fitness Together on its official Franchise Registry, a list of franchise systems whose franchisees receive expedited loan processing.

For U.S. Veterans, Mathnasium Learning Centers Further Reduces Franchise Fee

Learning Center Franchise Continues to Assist Veterans ThroughVetFran Program

Former Gamestop Exec to Open Red Mango Stores in Dallas County

Red Mango, one of the most popular and fastest-growing retailers of authentic nonfat frozen yogurt, has awarded its first Dallas-area development agreement.

FranchiseMart of Boca Raton Hosts Franchise and Business Opportunities Show

FranchiseMart, a retail location that lets entrepreneurs research business opportunities in a pressure-free setting before investing, will host the Franchise & Business Opportunities Show on Saturday, Aug. 15 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Town Center at Boca Raton, a Simon Mall.

FREE Business Ownership Seminar

Moran Industries announces FREE Business Ownership Seminar andOpen House on June 19th, 2010

Give Back to Your Community

TCYonline.com makes it possible to own a low investment home based business in the education space and give back to the community also by making lives easier for schoolchildren and their parents.

Homewell Senior Care Franchise Anounces A Solid Foundation Paves The Way For An Exciting Future

Led by an Industry Visionary with 20-Plus Years' Experience, HomeWell Senior Care is Looking to Double in Size in 2010

Houlihan's and VH1 Save The Music Foundation ‘Tune-Up’ for Encore Fundraiser

– As public schools suffer more than ever before due to the faltering economy , Houlihan’s Restaurants, Inc. is energized about its second nationwide fundraising campaign to support the VH1 Save The Music Foundation and help restore instrumental music education programs.

In Terms of Franchisee Satisfaction, Mathnasium Makes the Cut

Franchise Business Review Ranks Rapidly Growing Learning CenterFranchise in Top 50

Introducing Organics, by elements

This year, elements announced highly anticipated launch of its Organics??? Product lines.

Is Revive Energy Mints A Scam? No, Revive Energy Mints is 100% Safe

Revive Energy Mint is 100% committed to customer satisfaction. Revive Energy Mints proven system has produced zero complaints.

Koko Fitclub Celebrates Multiple Grand Openings Nationwide

Koko Fitclub Celebrates Multiple Grand Openings Nationwide

Massage Heights' New 'Mojito' Services offer Consumers a Taste of Paradise without the Hangover

Inspired by the popular and refreshing summer drink that combines sugar, lime, and mint, Massage Heights' exclusive Mojito Foot Scrub and Coco Mojito Glow services help consumers across the country escape, relax and reenergize this summer.

MATHNASIUM LEARNING CENTERS OPENS 200th U.S. LOCATION

Leading Math Education Franchise Thrives During EconomicDownturn

Midas Awards Franchise to Veteran Shop Manager

Chris Oldford, Massachusetts native and 15-year Midas veteran is a former shop manager who has been awarded a Midas franchise.

Minuteman Press celebrates 35 years of franchising

Minuteman Press International will celebrate its 35th year of franchising success in 2010.

Moran Industries Franchisee Honored by IFA

Moran Industries franchisee awarded annual Franchisee of the Year Award by the International Franchise Association (IFA).

Mr. Transmission Announces Expansion Plans in Tennessee

Moran Industries, Inc, franchisor of Mr. Transmission and MilexComplete Auto Care has recently announced expansion plans for up to 25 locations in the stateincluding the Chattanooga, Knoxville and Nashville areas.

Nationally Accredited Primrose Schools Coming Soon to New Jersey Plans to Open Six New Franchise Locations in Next Four Years

Consistently known as a leader in the child care industry and early childhood education, Primrose Schools, announced plans to open six new schools in the Trenton area in the next four years and has identified key communities as part of the company's franchise development strategy.

New Buffalo Wings and Rings Opens in Tri County Ohio

First 100 Customers to Visit Tri County Buffalo Wings & Rings on Saturday Will Receive Exclusive Pint Glass and Chance to Win $100 Gift Card

New Chock Full o' Nuts Coffee Shop in NYC

Chock Full o' Nuts coffee shops perking up again in city after opening new shop on W. 23rd St.

NEW LUGGAGE BOX FROM THE UPS STORE EXPANDS LUGGAGE SHIPPING SOLUTIONS

The UPS Store can ease air travelers??? burdens this summer with three luggage shipping alternatives.

New owner announced for Valpak of Minneapolis/St. Paul

Valpak, one of North America's leading direct marketing organizations, announces Rand Gottlieb has acquired Valpak of Minneapolis/St. Paul.

Painting contractor puts customer service first

CertaPro Painters, located at 135 East Main St. in Jefferson Valley, is a national franchise with 328 outlets across the country.

Planet Fitness Grows, Sweetens Deal for Franchisees

From instant brand awareness to built-in support, franchises are the right choice when starting your own business in today's economy; and Planet Fitness, a leader in the health club industry, is looking to expand in the Midwest.

President of Cinnabon to Join Roark Capital Group

Roark Capital Group, a private equity firm that owns 14 franchise companies with collectively more than $3 billion in system-wide revenues, announced today that Cinnabon, Inc. President Geoff Hill will join Roark Capital as Vice President, effective January 1, 2010.

Pro painters talk home improvement

Mission Viejo residents Pete and Wendy Coticchia recently got into the home improvement business when they purchased CertaPro Painters of Saddleback Valley in Lake Forest.

ProTect Painters Offers An 'Invest In Yourself' Franchise Opportunity

ProTect Painters franchise offers a remarkably easy way out of the unemployment crisis for displaced corporate executives with their “Invest in yourself” franchise program.

Rainbow International Springs into March with Seven New Franchise Owners

Rainbow International welcomed the arrival of spring with the addition of seven new franchises to its network of restoration and cleaning services experts.

Record Attendance at 2010 Mathnasium Franchise Convention

Learning Center Owners Preview New Developments and GainFresh Insights in Time for Back-To-School

Red Mango Announces First Two Franchise Agreements for D.C. Area

Red Mango, one of the most popular and fastest-growing retailers of authentic nonfat frozen yogurt, will soon open its first three stores in the Washington, D.C. area thanks to franchise agreements with former teacher Elizabeth Winterhalter and restaurant entrepreneur Jeff Qiu.

Report says Coupon Use will Remain Routine after Recession

Valpak Consumer Savings Report Finds ???Cautiously Optimistic???Generation of Spenders Demand Value