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FANTASTIC SAMS HAIR SALONS IS ‘STYLIN’ IN GEORGIA
Continuing to expand its “no appointments” necessary concept throughout the Atlanta area, Fantastic Sams announces the opening of its newest salon at 13077 Highway 9 North, located in Deerfield Place, in Alpharetta. The industry leading brand is looking to open an additional 15-20 locations, in the next five years.   more...

When the Economy is down, Franchise Opportunities like those offered by Jani-King Southwest are looking up
The big question for 2009 may be how will the Wall Street meltdown affect small business, especially franchising in Arizona? Certain recession-proof industries actually do well when the economy slows down.   more...

Koko FitClub receives fitness industry’s top innovation award.
Fitness Management Magazine has recognized Koko FitClub, LLC flagship location for “Outstanding Innovation in Websites and New Technology” in the publication’s 15th annual 2008 Nova7 Awards for Winning Innovations.   more...

First Choice Business Brokers (FCBB) significantly increased number of franchisees
First Choice Business Brokers (FCBB) rapidly increased their growth rate of affiliated franchise units within the last quarter of 2008. With four newly awarded franchisees, now having 21 in total, the Nevada Franchise Company exceeded expectations.    more...

USA Insulation of Ohio Expands with a Location Serving the Akron-Canton Area
An innovative business model and high quality product have helped USA Insulation expand rapidly. An increasing number of homeowners have realized the benefits of home insulation; decreased utility bills, increased home value, increased energy efficiency and a more comfortable home environment throughout the seasons.    more...

Massage Heights Opens First Keller Franchise Location
Soothing music, relaxing aromatic candles, a clean and calming environment, and experienced massage therapists. All these are available at Massage Heights, the new, luxurious therapeutic massage clinic located at 1961 Main Street, Suite 300 in Keller.    more...

Seniors Helping Seniors® In-Home Services Establishes Latest Franchise to Serve Northeast Atlanta
To help meet the growing demand of older Georgians who want to remain in their own homes and stay as self-sufficient as possible, Seniors Helping Seniors In-Home Services (SHS) has established a new franchise to serve northeast Atlanta, Ga., covering all of Forsyth County and part of Gwinnett County; Sugar Hill and Buford.    more...

Keoni Subioni Receives Best Turnaround Franchise Award From Fitness Together
In a year when national headlines have reported the downfall of businesses, Keoni Subioni of Honolulu has defied the economy and trumped the odds to receive a national honor for doing just the opposite.    more...

HomeVestors® Awards 10 Franchises in November
HomeVestors of America, Inc., the company famous for its "We Buy Ugly Houses" billboards, awarded 10 new franchise agreements in November that included expansion into four new markets. The first franchise for the State of California is among them.    more...

Children's Indoor Inflatable Playground Franchise Expands Offerings to Embrace Adult Population
Proving that indoor inflatable playgrounds aren't just for child's play, starting today, more than 175 Pump It Up facilities around the country will officially introduce a new program that lets adults cut loose and bond with their peers through corporate team building activities.    more...

FANTASTIC SAMS HAIR SALONS RANKED AS ONE OF THE MOST AFFORDABLE FRANCHISES BY BLACK ENTERPRISE
Fantastic Sams, a full service hair salon brand with nearly 1,400 salons in the US and Canada was recently ranked as one of the 2008 “Top 25 Most Affordable Franchises” by Black Enterprise Magazine. Fantastic Sams was also recognized by Black Enterprise as one of the “Hottest franchise in 2006”, one of only six franchisors, and the only hair salon franchise, to be included on both lists.    more...

1-800-DryClean Franchise Adds Free Office Pick Up And Delivery Service
Shannon Toler, president 1-800-DryClean franchise, introduced the nationwide chain’s new office pick up and delivery service.   more...

Amy Frank-Lewallen Named Franchisee of the Year for Fitness Together
Amy Frank-Lewallen, franchise owner of Fitness Together of Issaquah, Wash., has been named the Franchisee of the Year for the national chain.    more...

HomeVestors to Award Franchises in Canada
HomeVestors, the company famous for its "We Buy Ugly Houses" billboards, has announced that it will begin awarding franchises in Canada. It marks the first-ever international expansion for America's largest home buyer.   more...

BARK BUSTERS OFFERS DOG-FRIENDLY TIPS FOR THE SEASON
In the spirit of the coming season, Bark Busters, the world’s largest dog training company, offers helpful holiday tips for the estimated 44.8 million U.S. dog owners on how to keep their dogs safe and happy during the holidays.    more...

Transformational Times Create Transformational Career Change
Franchise ownership has emerged as a thriving alternative career option for business savvy professionals making new career choices. Business ownership is an ideal way to parlay proven business skills into a road of self-sufficiency.    more...

Home Helpers announces its 2008 franchisee award winners
Home Helpers is extremely proud of its franchise owners and their exceptional accomplishments. Their commitment and dedication make it possible for us to offer an unsurpassed level of non-medical personal care that allows our clients to maintain greater independence and dignity in the place they call home.   more...

i9 Sports Adds Familiar Face to Winning Team
i9 Sports, the world's first and fastest-growing youth sports franchise, announced today the appointment of Brian Sanders, a respected industry veteran with more than 25-years of proven success in management, marketing and sales, to the company's Chief Operating Officer position.    more...

America Votes Chicago Home 'Ugliest House of the Year' for HomeVestors®
Chicago has the ugliest house in America. That's according to thousands of people who voted online in HomeVestors' Second Annual Ugliest House of the Year contest. The "winner" was announced today at the company's annual convention at Caesar's Palace in Las Vegas.    more...

Athletic Nation Adds Senior Staff for 2009 Growth Ramp-up
Announced the hiring of two new Director level employees and new Advisory Board member.    more...

Driven by a Vision: UNITS Mobile Storage Delivers Positive 2008 Results at First National Conference
UNITS Mobile Storage franchise owners, vendor partners, and the company's corporate executives and staff joined together at the Francis Marion Hotel in downtown Charleston to celebrate the company's first national conference and its aggressive 2008 growth that led to an additional 18 new franchise locations across the nation.   more...

Tony Lamb is prepared to take franchising fun to the streets with his Kona-Ice concept.
We intentionally spent our first year in a slow, deliberate development of 18 units in order to ensure that we are offering the best opportunity, price point, and support possible   more...

NMFI Selects 50 Top Franchises for Minorities
The November 7, 2008 edition of USA Today highlighted a feature by the National Minority Franchising Initiative that listed 50 Top Franchises for Minorities. This is the second annual survey to be placed in the USA Today – Franchising Today section of the newspaper.    more...

FANTASTIC SAMS HAIR SALONS IS ‘STYLIN’ IN TEXAS
Continuing to expand its “no appointments” necessary concept throughout the Dallas/Ft.Worth area, Fantastic Sams announces the opening of its newest salon at Lake Worth Market Place, 6060 Azle Ave, in Lake Worth.    more...

HomeVestors® To Award Franchises in California
HomeVestors of America, Inc., the company famous for its "We Buy Ugly Houses" billboards, has announced that it will begin awarding franchises in California, effective immediately.    more...

Country Place Living Opens First Franchise Location
Country Place Living, a franchisor of assisted-living residences for seniors in rural America, has opened its first franchise location.    more...

Retrofitness Strengthens Executive Team with Leaders from the Business Industry
Retrofitness, a unique 1980's-themed gym chain, is pumping up its executive team as Eric Casaburi, founder and CEO, announced today the hire of two key executives, Robert Sprechman and Richard Roser.    more...

FANTASTIC SAMS HAIR SALONS IS ‘STYLIN’ IN LOS ANGELES
Continuing to expand its “no appointments” necessary concept throughout the Los Angeles area, Fantastic Sams announces the opening of two new salons in San Bernardino County.    more...

Cartridge World Encourages Consumers to Save the Environment, Money
In an effort to help businesses and families nationwide save on ink costs and decrease the growing number of cartridges that find their way into America's landfills, Cartridge World is encouraging consumers to recycle their empty printer cartridges rather than throw them away.    more...

Raising Cane's Named by AOL Money & Finance to '25 Next Big Chains'
AOL Money & Finance today named Raising Cane's Chicken FingersR one of the "25 Next Big Chains".    more...

Palm Beach Tan, Inc. Becomes Nation's Largest Tanning Salon Chain
Palm Beach Tan, Dallas-based leader in the indoor tanning salon industry, today announced the acquisition of Planet Tan, Inc., 16-store indoor tanning salon chain also based in Dallas. The deal was financed by Chatham Capital.    more...

Snip-its Salon Expands to Central Avenue in Westchester County
To meet the high demand for specialized kids’ haircuts, Snip-its, the fastest growing franchise of children’s hair salons in the nation, will open its newest location in Westchester County on Friday, November 14 at 450 Central Avenue at the Scarsdale Park Mall in New York.    more...

Athletic Nation Founder Dennis Mulgannon Featured
Dennis Mulgannon founder of the Co-Ed Personal Training Franchise Athletic Nation was featured prominently in November's issue of Success Magazine.   more...

Murphy Business Financial Corp. Announces 100th Franchisee
Murphy Business & Financial Corporation marks a milestone in the business brokerage firm’s growth with the signing of the 100th franchisee, a husband and wife team in Glendale/Peoria, Ariz., Lynn and Wendi Miller.    more...

PostNet Wins STAR Award for Franchise Developement
Franchise Update Media Group, the leading industry resource for franchise development, today announced the winners of its annual STAR (Speaking To And Responding) Awards.   more...

The Dwyer Group Named Among Best Companies to Work for in Texas For Second Year
The Dwyer Group has once again been named one of the Best Companies to Work for in Texas. It marks the second year in a row that The Dwyer Group has earned the prestigious honor.    more...

HAPPI HOUSE LAUNCHES NEW PROTOTYPE STORE
Happi House Restaurants Director of Marketing, Kevyn Johnston, announced today that the company has introduced its new model restaurant design at the company's Almaden Plaza San Jose location.    more...

Children’s Hair Salon, Snip-its to Open its First Utah Location in December
Snip-its, the fastest growing franchise of children’s hair salons, will open its latest location in Layton, Utah at 2065 N. Harris Boulevard in December. The salon was originally scheduled to open in the fall, but was delayed by construction issues. The new 1250 sq. ft. salon will provide haircutting services to children in a fun and animated cartoon environment with specially trained and friendly stylists. In addition, the salon will offer a line of self-branded hair care products, innovative children’s parties and spa treats.    more...

AIS Media Wins 2008 Gold W3 Award For Design Of International Trajectories Website
AIS Media, Inc. was awarded the 2008 Gold W3 Award for the development of the International Trajectories travel web site.    more...

A Swelling Business: Local Massage Studio Sees Growing Demand for Prenatal Massages
Michelle Burke, co-owner of elements therapeutic massage in Elm Grove, Wis., has seen business take a rather "bumpy" turn.    more...

Specialized Cleaning Group Lowers Franchise Fee
The Corporate Cleaning Group has reduced the total franchise investment, cutting the initial franchise fee by more than half.   more...

Country Place Living Opens Eighth Corporate-Owned Location
Today, Country Place Living, a franchisor of assisted-living residences for seniors in rural America, is celebrating the grand opening of its eighth corporate-owned location. The residence, Country Place Senior Living, is located at 714 West 9th St. in Larned, Kan.    more...

PostNet Chosen as One of 50 Top Franchises for Minorities
For the second year in a row, PostNet International Franchise Corp. was chosen as one of the 50 Top Franchises for Minorities by the National Minority Franchising Initiative.   more...

2008 Silver W3 Award Given To AIS Media For Company’s Corporate Portfolio
The W3 Awards Committee announces that AIS Media, Inc. was awarded the 2008 Silver W3 Award for the company’s interactive corporate portfolio in the Corporate Communications category. Awarded annually the W3 Awards are considered among the most prestigious web creativity awards in the world and are judged by the International Academy of Visual Arts.    more...

Vangie Sidoti Trades NYPD Blue for Molly Maid Pink
Vangie Sidoti didn't need television reruns of "NYPD Blue" to figure out being a cop in New York could be a rough business.    more...

Fitness Together and elements therapeutic massage Celebrate Veteran's Day And Join VetFran
Colorado-based Fitness Together Holdings, Inc., the world's largest wellness organization is celebrating Veteran's Day tomorrow as one of the newest corporate members of the U.S. VetFran program.    more...

Fantastic Sams Hair Salons is Stylin in Boston
Continuing to expand its “no appointments” necessary concept throughout the Boston area, Fantastic Sams announces the opening of its newest salon located in the Powder Mill Plaza in Acton, MA.    more...

Raising Cane's Signs Lease for Dallas Restaurant Support Office
Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers, one of the fastest-growing restaurant chains in the U.S., has signed a lease to open its Dallas Restaurant Support Office at Legacy Business Park at 5800 Tennyson Parkway in Plano.    more...

International Debut of Closets by Design 'Opens Doors' Throughout Canada
One of the leading home organization companies in the United States, Closets by Design, announced today it will make its international debut in Ontario, Canada.   more...

First Choice Business Brokers to be the first Business Broker listed at Frankfurt Stock Exchange
First Choice Business Brokers, headquartered in Zurich and located in Las Vegas, is the first Business Broker listed at a German Stock Exchange.    more...

i9 Sports Franchise Scores Big in Communities Across U.S.
Proving that big money isn't limited to the professional leagues, i9 Sports, the world's first and fastest-growing youth sports franchise, has uncovered a goldmine of opportunity in community youth sports programs and continues to score profits in a down economy.    more...

Home Helpers and Veterans Express Helping Spread the Word About Veteran's Aid
In an attempt to spread the word about the Aid and Attendance Benefit to the population who needs it most, Ohio-based Home Helpers, an in-home, non-medical care provider, and California-based Veterans Express, a free service to help elderly veterans through the complex VA application process, have recently joined forces to offer Webinars to educate Home Helpers franchise owners about the Aid and Attendance benefit.    more...

Raising Cane's Accepting Job Applicants for Dallas Office
Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers, one of the fastest-growing restaurant chains in the U.S., is now growing job opportunities in Dallas.    more...

Seniors Helping Seniors In-Home Services Grants Master License for New England States
To help meet the growing demand of older New Englanders who want to remain in their own homes and stay as self-sufficient as possible, Seniors Helping Seniors In-Home Services (SHS) has granted a master license for New England covering Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Vermont, New Hampshire and Maine.   more...

Extra Innings Bensalem’s Grand Opening Set for Saturday, November 8th
Philly area baseball and softball fanatics can continue swinging through the fall this weekend as Extra Innings takes its game to Philadelphia.    more...

1-800-DryClean Franchise Salutes Owner Veterans
Shannon Toler, president 1-800-DryClean franchise, hailed the more than 700 veterans who have acquired nearly 1100 franchises as part of VetFran, the International Association’s Veterans Transition Franchise Initiative.    more...

PRO MARTIAL ARTS DOING WELL IN UNCERTAIN ECONOMIC TIMES
Stuart Barnes used to be Manager of Strategic Planning and New Market Development for Transamerica Distribution Finance in Schaumburg, IL, a division of San Francisco based Transamerica Corporation. However, if you are looking for him now, you might find him checking in a shipment of karate gloves at the PRO MARTIAL ARTS studio that he purchased in Newtown Square, PA.    more...

Driven Brands Accelerates Growth with Maaco Purchase
Driven Brands, Inc., the parent of Meineke Car Care Centers, Econo Lube N’ Tune, AutoQual, Aero Colours, Drive N Style, and Tortal.net, announced today the acquisition of Pennsylvania-based Maaco Franchising, Inc., the market leader in franchised auto body repair and painting.   more...

FANTASTIC SAMS HAIR SALONS IS STYLIN IN CHICAGO
Continuing to expand its “no appointments” necessary concept throughout the Chicago area, Fantastic Sams announces the opening of its newest salon located at 4706 Lincoln Highway in Matteson, IL.    more...

WITH VACUUM AND MOP, JOHN MCCAIN READY TO CLEAN UP WASHINGTON
John McCain is no stranger to the White House. He has been there four times to clean the upholstery.   more...

Naturell The Nation’s First Green Carpet Cleaning Franchise Receives Recognition from the EPA
Naturell, the nation’s first franchise offering organic and eco-friendly carpet and upholstery cleaning, was recently recognized by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency as a Champion in the Design for the Environment Program’s Safer Detergents Stewardship Initiative (SDSI).    more...

Desert Sun Tanning Salon Owners Celebrate Past Years' Success at 4th Annual Conference
More than 80 Desert Sun Tanning Salon franchise owners, vendor partners, and the company's corporate executives and staff recently joined together at the Edgewater Hotel in downtown Seattle to share business strategies and learn the latest trends in tanning products and equipment.    more...

J-JAYS RATED MOST AFFORDABLE
In tough economic times it is crucial that franchisors acknowledge the current financial climate and readjust their business strategy accordingly.   more...

Aussie Pet Mobile Pampers Pets with Convenient Door-to-Door Grooming Service
The days of anxiety ridden pets, doggy drool and nail scratches on leather car interiors are long gone as Aussie Pet Mobile, the nation's largest mobile pet grooming service, rolls into neighborhoods across the country.    more...

Property Emergency Services Franchise Earns World Class Designation for Fourth Straight Year
Franchise Research Institute, an independent third party research company that questions Franchise Owners on their opinions and experiences, has released a study showing high levels of satisfaction among PuroClean Franchisees, particularly when it comes to the training and ongoing support they receive from their franchisor.    more...

Michele Merhib Named Finalist In 2008 Stevie® Awards for Women Entrepreneurs
Michele Merhib, founder of elements therapeutic massage, was named a Finalist in the Best Entrepreneur category for service businesses with up to 100 employees in The 2008 Stevie Awards for Women Entrepreneurs.    more...

Founder & CEO of Dogtopia Franchise Named One of D.C.'s Most Influential Women
Dogtopia founder and CEO Amy Nichols, an inspiring entrepreneur who turned her lifelong love of dogs into a growing national franchise of upscale dog day care, spa and boarding facilities, was one of 25 women included on the recently released "Women Who Mean Business" list compiled by the Washington Business Journal.    more...

DVD Now rental kiosks apadts to consumers changing needs
The state of the economy has society realizing that the times are changing, and DVD rental kiosks are offering a way for people to adapt to these changes.   more...

'Take a Bite Out of Philly' During the World Series
Beef 'O' Brady's wants the Tampa Bay Rays to beat the Phillies and their fans to eat them!    more...

1-800-DRYCLEAN Franchise Launches Contest To GO GREEN and Win FREE GAS
Shannon Toler, president of 1-800-DryClean Franchise Company, announced details for 15 environmentally responsible customers to win FREE GAS.    more...

ELEMENTS THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE PARTNERS WITH KEVIN YOUKILIS HITS FOR KIDS
elements therapeutic massage, a membership-based massage franchise with fourteen studios in Massachusetts, has announced they are partnering with the Kevin Youkilis Hits for Kids charitable organization, founded by Boston Red Sox first baseman Kevin Youkilis.   more...

Franchise Financing: Keys to Success in the Current Economic Climate
New England Franchise Association (NEFA) will present " Franchise Financing: Keys to Success in the Current Economic Climate" on Tuesday, November 18, 5:30 p.m. at the Marriot Hotel, 1000 Marriott Drive, Quincy.    more...

Tame Halloween Fright
Throughout our network of 255 Bark Busters nationwide, we hear about more dogs dying or straying during Halloween than any other holiday.    more...

HomeVestors Awards First Associate Franchise in the U.S.
HomeVestors of America, Inc., the company famous for its "We Buy Ugly Houses" billboards and America's #1 Home Buyer, has awarded its first associate franchise to Scott Arnold, of Dallas. Arnold is the first home-based franchisee for the nation's largest home buyer, kicking off a new program for the franchisor that is expected to rapidly grow the brand.    more...

Lifelong Friends Turn Tragedy Into Business Opportunity
Jim Lancaster and Kean Corkery have been close friends since their childhood with athletics always having played a role.   more...

BEAR CREEK COFFEE WINS AWARD!
Indianapolis, Indiana based, Bear Creek Coffee placed 8th in the recent Roasters Guild 2008 Roasters Choice Tasting Competition May 7 2008, at the Specialty Coffee Association of America’s (SCAA) 20th Annual Conference & Exhibition in Minneapolis, Minn.   more...

Why not Consider Purchasing a Franchise Instead of Investing in the Stock Market?
With all eyes on Wall Street over the past few weeks, it is understandable that business owners are feeling a little neglected and underappreciated. The nation's big banks may command the headlines and most of the direct assistance from the federal government, but for most small businesses, the profitability continues.    more...

Steve Stabile Honored as Franchisee of the Year For Elements Therapeutic Massage
Steve Stabile, franchise owner of elements therapeutic massage in Middleton, Mass., has been named the Franchisee of the Year for the national chain.   more...

Bear Creek Coffee Expanding Internationally!
Bear Creek Coffee and Espresso Company, one of the fastest growing coffee chains with over 60 locations nationwide, is expanding to the Zain Iraq Headquarters to help perk up the spirits and economy of Baghdad!   more...

Batteries Plus Hires Marketing Expert to Extend Impressive Franchise Growth
Batteries Plus, the nation's largest chain focused on the $24 billion battery category serving both retail and commercial customers, has announced the addition of John Twist as Vice President, Franchise and Business Development.   more...

Sweet Beginnings Franchise Awards Master Franchise in Brazil
The company is excited to announce the sale of its first Master Franchise to Brazil, the fifth most populous country in the world, with a gross domestic product of more than 1.8 trillion dollars.    more...

Wingstop Announces Major Expansion for Northeastern U.S.
Wingstop, the chicken wing chain that has sold over one billion wings, has announced plans to focus its expansion efforts on the Northeast and spread its award-winning wings into New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, Ohio, Connecticut and New York. The company plans to open as many as 75 restaurants in the Northeast over the next five years.    more...

SightMind Strengthens National Expansion Efforts with New Director of Franchise Development
SightMind, a national Internet Protocol-based (IP) video surveillance, networking and security company, today announced that Joseph Spohn has joined the company as its Director of Franchise Development. In his new role, Spohn will be responsible for awarding SightMind franchise opportunities to candidates in the United States. Spohn will report to Kim Rubin, CEO of SightMind, Inc.    more...

Tulsa HomeVestors Franchisee Becomes First Development Agent in the U.S.
HomeVestors of America, Inc., the company famous for its "We Buy Ugly Houses" billboards and America's #1 Home Buyer, has awarded the additional title of Development Agent to Tulsa franchisee, Stieferman Investments, LLC.    more...

SERVICEMASTER OFFERS OPPORTUNITY FOR ENTREPRENEURS IN CURRENT ECONOMIC CLIMATE
A difficult economy often leads to growth in the franchise industry, as corporate downsizing can result in entrepreneurs starting their own small businesses. But with the current financial climate and some banks restricting their lending requirements, some would-be franchisees could have trouble getting financing.   more...

Athletic Nation Announces Transition To Co-ed Training Gyms
Athletic Nation President & Founder Dennis Mulgannon announced today that the franchisor of personal training gyms would be transitioning to co-ed training.   more...

RIGHT AT HOME HIRES JAY DURMASKIN
Right at Home, a leading national provider of in-home companion and personal care to seniors and others, has hired Jay Durmaskin as Director of Franchise Standards and Compliance.   more...

DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen Partners With Northern Contours
DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen, one of the nation's leading remodelers, has announced a new partnership with Northern Contours.    more...

HomeVestors Names Top 10 Cities for Real Estate Investing for Third Quarter of 2008
HomeVestors of America, Inc., the company famous for its "We Buy Ugly Houses" billboards and America's #1 Home Buyer, has named the top 10 markets for real estate investing in the third quarter of 2008.    more...

International Debut of Closets by Design 'Opens Doors' Throughout Canada
One of the leading home organization companies in the United States, Closets by Design, announced today it will make its international debut in Ontario, Canada. Executives of the 33-unit franchise have already signed a deal to open its first Canadian location in Barrie, Ontario in November and expect to open at least 5 more locations throughout Canada within the next 2 years.    more...

Express Oil Change & Service Center Launches Campaign - Change Your Car’s Oil And Help Change A Chil
Keeping children safe is a priority for every parent, but we can’t keep them safe if our cars are not. Hot summer conditions take a toll on automobiles that can affect reliability and even create dangerous driving hazards. That’s why autumn is the ideal time to have the family car inspected and serviced.   more...

Fitness Together Unveils 'The Insider's Guide to Owning a Fitness Franchise'
It's a booming company in a down economy and a record number of people want to be part of it.    more...

L&W Investigations named exclusive vendor Turner Bros. of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
&W Investigations, the foremost private investigations firm specializing in insurance claims, recently started working with Turner Bros. LLC to be the Oklahoma City-based company's vendor for workers comp investigations across the United States.    more...

DESOTO FRANCHISE IS NUMBER 2
Local DeSoto couple, Antar and Angela Salahuddin are the 2nd Franchisees to have joined the bounce house rental revolution known as Jumping J-Jays. Together with their little daughter, Antar and Angela have embarked on a journey that is set to change their lives forever.   more...

L&W Investigations puts up the numbers, posts record third quarter results
They say the numbers don’t lie. They do tell quite a story, particularly for L&W Investigations, the foremost private investigations firm specializing in insurance cases and claims.   more...

Batteries Plus® Charges Into Sebring
Batteries PlusR, the nation's largest chain focused on the $24 billion battery category and serving both retail and commercial customers, announced the opening of its newest franchise location in Sebring for the first time offering the community a one-stop source to fulfill all of their battery needs.    more...

Nite Time Decor Lights up Houston Area
Christmas Decor, named a 2008 Top Ten Home Improvement Franchise by Entrepreneur Magazine and AOL.com, expanded its unique outdoor lighting and decorating company into a separate franchise called Nite Time Decor to answer the need for year round landscape and architectural lighting services for discriminating customers.    more...

Weed Man Takes Root in United States with 233 Franchise Territories
After thoroughly saturating the Canadian market, Weed Man, Canada's No. 1 lawn care provider, has now set its sights on new turf - sprouting up around America with 355 existing territories (118 in the Canada and 233 in the United States) and aggressive plans to open 600 additional territories in the next 10 years.    more...

JOHNNY'S LUNCH USES 70-PLUS YEARS OF EXPERIENCE TO BRING 'HOTS' TO QUICK SERVICE INDUSTRY
Johnny's Lunch has been dishing up its legendary hot dogs for more than 70 years. And now that its franchising operation is making franchise history, Johnny's Hots are hotter than ever.    more...

BAKER BROS CONCEPT AND DIVERSITY STILL PROSPER IN DOWN ECONOMY
Baker Bros, a 16-unit casual neighborhood-style American deli franchise based in Dallas since 1999, is at the forefront of the hot fast-casual segment, surpassing the fast-casual industry average for sales growth.   more...

Cocooning Effect Drives Record Growth of Mr. Handyman Franchise
As more homeowners decide to stay put in the sluggish real estate market, the demand for home improvement services are experiencing greater demand than ever.    more...

SNIP-ITS PLANS AGGRESSIVE THREE-YEAR FRANCHISE EXPANSION IN MINNESOTA
Snip-its Corporation, a leader in the children's hair salon industry and one of the fastest growing franchises in the U.S., has launched an aggressive franchise expansion campaign to open 15-20 salons in Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota over the next three years.    more...

Child care learning company announces information on another new site to open in Miami-Dade
Kiddie Academy, a leading national provider of comprehensive education-based child care programs will be coming soon to the Miami-Dade area.    more...

EUREKA Producers come from all over the nation for the Fall 2008 EUREKA EXPO
EUREKA Woodworks, Inc. is pleased to announce its Fall 2008 EUREKA Producer Expo was a huge success.   more...

VistaPrint Re-Launches Reseller Program
VistaPrint Limited (NASDAQ: VPRT), the small business marketing company, today announced that its highly successful reseller program has been re-launched to meet the increased demand from dealers, including those formerly known as Notable Style Representatives.    more...

DUCTZ Franchise Building Up Owners with Push Down Work
Ductz International, LLC, released year-to-date total revenues earned by franchise owners as a result of push down work from parent company, Belfor.   more...

Fantastic Sams Hair Salon Franchise offers Work/Life Balance for Today’s Woman
Today's career women are continually challenged by the demands of full-time work and the responsibilities and commitments at home.    more...

Local franchise owner recognized by IFA as Franchisee of the Year
The International Franchise Association (IFA) has named John Squires of Media, Pennsylvania “Franchisee of the Year.” Squires, the owner of a Home Helpers/Direct Link franchise,was honored for his outstanding performance and also for his contributions that have enhanced the growth and development of franchising.   more...

Franchise Services, Inc. Announces Acquisition of Signal Graphics
Franchise Services, Inc., a recognized leader in franchise management, announced today that it has completed its acquisition of Signal Graphics, a leading printing franchise operating 34 locations in 15 states.    more...

Seniors Helping Seniors® In-Home Services Establishes Latest Franchise at Charlotte, North Carolina
To help meet the growing demand of older North Carolinians who want to remain in their own homes and stay as self-sufficient as possible, Seniors Helping SeniorsR In-Home Services (SHS) has established a new franchise at Charlotte, North Carolina, that will cover Mint Hill, Matthews, Harrisburg and parts of South Charlotte.    more...

The U.S. Government Hosts National Summit Focused on Healthy Homes
Four federal agencies recently convened in Baltimore, Maryland, to host the first national summit devoted to the healthy-home initiative.   more...

Free Dog Safety Workshops to Support Responsible Pet Ownership
Did you know the number one cause of death for dogs isn't trauma or disease, it's euthanasia due to behavior problems? Five million dogs will be euthanized this year.    more...

Satisfied Canine Clients Drive Franchise Growth for Dogtopia in $43 Billion Pet Care Segment
Aside from the sounds of playful barking, one might easily mistake a Dogtopia facility for a crème of the crop child care center. By mirroring the quality standards that parents expect of child care for their children, the growing national franchise of full-service dog daycare, spa and boarding facilities now has 37 locations opening or in development throughout the country, with 50 expected to be in operation by the end of 2009.    more...

HAPPI HOUSE RESTAURANTS URGE VOTER REGISTRATION
Happi House Restaurants announced today that it has implemented a voter registration and awareness program in an effort to encourage its Guests to participate in this year's presidential and local elections.    more...

L&W Investigations records best month ever in August
In August 2008, L&W Investigations, the foremost private investigations firm specializing in insurance cases and claims, enjoyed its best month ever in terms of cases worked and invoiced--up 36 percent over August of 2007.    more...

FETCH! Pet Care Fills Demand for Professional Pet Sitting and Dog Walking Services
Find a void in the marketplace and fill it. With that simple formula in mind, entrepreneur Paul Mann went on to build the nation's largest and most professional at-home pet sitting and dog-walking franchise, with 200 locations in more than 1,800 communities across 35 states.    more...

OxySure® named Finalist for Tech Titans Innovator Award
OxySure® Systems, Inc., a leading developer, manufacturer and distributor of short-duration oxygen products, announced today it was named a Finalist in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex Technology Business Council Tech Titans Awards.    more...

Australian Branch of America's New Waterless Car Wash Wins Multiple Business Awards
ecowash mobile USA, an environmentally-friendly car wash franchise that recently launched major expansion plans throughout America, announced today that its Australian counterpart swept the 2008 Australian Business Awards, winning in four categories, including Service Excellence, International Trade, Environmental Sustainability and Enterprise.    more...

RIGHT AT HOME HIRES ERIC LITTLE, SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT OF FRANCHISE DEVELOPMENT
Right at Home, a leading national provider of in-home companion and personal care to seniors and others, has hired Eric Little as Senior Vice President of Franchise Development.   more...

Golf TEC and Homewatch CareGivers Join Growing List of Franchisors Investing in Litigation Insurance
Cherry Creek Insurance, one of the nation's top independent insurance agencies, announced today that two fast-growing national franchise companies, GolfTEC and Homewatch CareGivers, have joined an increasing list of franchisors to invest in Cherry Creek's franchisor litigation insurance - a rare form of insurance protection offered by only a handful of firms specializing in this niche coverage nationwide.   more...

FANTASTIC SAMS HAIR SALONS IS ‘STYLIN’ IN HOUSTON
Continuing to expand its “no appointments” necessary concept throughout the Houston area, Fantastic Sams announces the opening of its newest salon at the Walmart Center on Tomball Parkway in Tomball. With 19 salons now operating in the area, the full service hair salon is looking to open an additional 15-20 locations in the next five years.    more...

Country Place Living Partners with U.S. Department of Labor
Country Place Living, LLC, a national franchisor of assisted living residences, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the U.S. Department of Labor to be the first company to participate on a nationwide basis in the Health Support Specialist Federal Apprenticeship Program.    more...

HAPPI HOUSE TEST MARKETS GOURMET SALADS
Happi House Restaurants Director of Marketing, Kevyn Johnston, announced today that the company is test marketing three new Asian style entrée salads.    more...

PRO MARTIAL ARTS Launches Worldwide Karate Franchise Development Program
After much anticipation, the new karate studio franchise chain, PRO MARTIAL ARTS Franchise Corporation, rockets into the franchise market with great fanfare.   more...

Groom-a-thon Raise Money for the MSPCA
The Gables, a pet friendly condominium community located in Abington, Mass. is holding a Groom-a-thon in collaboration with Zoomin Groomin to raise money for the MSPCA (Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals).    more...

Local PuroClean Owner Earns National Award for `Restoring Order' After Property Damage
After helping countless families in upstate New York regain their homes and sense of security after a property disaster, local entrepreneur Tom Light, owner of PuroClean Certified Restoration, received the recognition he deserves.    more...

Child care learning company announces information on another new site to open in Miami-Dade County
Kiddie Academy, a leading national provider of comprehensive education-based child care programs will be coming soon to the Miami-Dade County area. In preparation for the opening, Gabriel and Christina Fernandez recently signed an agreement to begin site selection for another new Kiddie Academy facility.    more...

Seniors Helping Seniors® In-Home Services Establishes Franchise in Dunedin, Florida
To help meet the growing demand of older Floridians who want to remain in their own homes and stay as self-sufficient as possible, Seniors Helping Seniors In-Home Services (SHS) has established a new franchise in Dunedin, Florida, just west of Tampa along the Florida Suncoast.    more...

TeamLogic IT Announces Annual Sales Achievement Awards
Chuck Lennon, president of TeamLogic IT-a nationwide network of computer consultation and managed services businesses-is pleased to announce the winners of three sales achievement awards presented at the company's Owners Summit recently held in Scottsdale, Arizona.   more...

Cartridge World Appoints Tom Fricke as Chief Executive Officer
Cartridge World, the world's fastest growing ink and toner refilling retailer and franchisor in the $80 billion printer cartridge industry, announces the appointment of Tom Fricke as Chief Executive Officer.    more...

Franchise Times features Athletic Nation as Cover Story
Franchise Times magazine the leading news and information source for franchising featured the newly formed relationship between NFL great Lorenzo Neal and Athletic Nation.    more...

Fitness Together Sells 600th Franchise
Fitness Together Holdings, Inc., the world's largest wellness organization, has sold its 600th franchise.    more...

MC2 Energy Drink Racing Announces Pending Merger with NASCAR
MC2 Energy Drink Racing President and CEO Ronald Serota announced today that his team is looking forward to completing its negotiations to merge its stock car team with another NNS or Sprint Cup team as early as September 30, 2008.    more...

Molly Maid business helps fight domestic violence
Just two months ago, Mary and Dave Dickinson watched domestic violence force their best employee out of the state.    more...

The Mr. Handyman franchise is looking for a startup in Rhode Island
The franchised handyman service, which says it is the largest employer of handymen (and women) in the country, with more than 1,000 “technicians,” hopes to establish three franchises in Rhode Island over the next three years.    more...

Paradise for Pups: New Dogtopia Offers Home Away from Home for Wilmington Area Canines
There's a new stomping ground for Wilmington area dogs to hang out and have fun while their owners are at work, and it's already got a long line of tails wagging for a chance to gain entry into the ultimate dog daycare destination.    more...

Retrofitness Partners with Lake Capital, to Expand its Nationwide Scope and Reach
Eric Casaburi, founder and CEO of Retrofitness, a unique, 1980's-themed gym chain, today announced that it has partnered with and received a significant investment from Lake Capital, a Chicago based private equity firm that invests exclusively in service-based companies.   more...

Molly Maid Seeks to Sweep Baltimore with 10 New Units
Molly Maid, the nation's leader in residential cleaning services, announced plans to add 10 additional locations to the Baltimore area over the next three years in order to accommodate a rapidly growing demand for home cleaning services both here and around the country.    more...

Fitness Together Holdings, Inc. Named to Inc. 5,000 List
Fitness Together Holdings, Inc., the world's largest wellness organization, has been named to Inc. Magazine's "Inc. 5,000" list of America's fastest-growing private companies for 2008.   more...

Mr. Handyman franchisee also a customer
Goodyear, Arizona, resident Nancy Herrington recently opened a Mr. Handyman franchise serving the West Valley.    more...

Maumelle Teenager Organizes Fundraising Effort to Support Victims of Domestic Violence
While most teenagers spend their summers catching rays by the pool or just hanging out with friends, 16-year-old Michael Silva-Nash has taken up a more serious cause - fighting domestic violence.   more...

LA BOXING IS EXPANDING INTO ROCKVILLE, MD, AND GEORGETOWN, DC
Southern California-based LA BOXING Franchise Corporation continues its fast-growth pace with the signing of two franchises this week, expanding its fitness gym chain into 20 states, Washington, DC, and Puerto Rico.    more...

HomeVestors Unveils Associate Franchise Program to Attract Part-Time Franchisees
HomeVestors of America, Inc., the company famous for its "We Buy Ugly Houses" billboards and America's #1 Home Buyer, has announced the HomeVestors Associate Franchise Program.   more...

Sopra Capital and HouseMaster® Home Inspections
Sopra Capital announced today its acquisition of HouseMaster, the oldest home inspection organization in the United States and Canada.    more...

Wouter Verkerk Recognized As First-Ever 1-800-DryClean Employee of the Year
1-800-DryClean is proud to name Wouter Verkerk as its inaugural Employee of the Year.   more...

L&W Investigations to exhibit at IASIU expo in Atlanta
L&W Investigations, the foremost private investigations company specializing in insurance fraud, will be exhibiting at the International Association of Special Investigation Units’ (IASIU) Seminar & Expo on Insurance Fraud at the Atlanta Marriott Marquis in Atlanta, Georgia   more...

400-Unit Molly Maid Franchise Rallies Behind Unprecedented Domestic Violence Awareness Campaign
Molly Maid and its 400-plus franchises across the nation announced a vigorous campaign to raise an unprecedented $150,000 for the Ms. Molly Foundation in 2008, representing a 50 percent increase over last year to continue supporting hundreds of local shelters and safe houses across America, as well as provide refuge and personal care items to victims of domestic violence.    more...

Home Helpers Operations Team Earns Senior Care Advisor Credential
“Home Helpers is committed to the clients we serve,” said company president Emma Dickison. “Given the fact that many of our clients are age 60 and older, we think it’s especially important for us to have a clear understanding of the financial, health and social issues seniors face. That is why Home Helpers recently offered Certified Senior Care Advisor (CSA) training to its entire operations staff and franchisees at our orporate headquarters in Cincinnati, Ohio.”    more...

Country Place Living Names Akins Regional Director of Operations
Country Place Living, a franchisor of assisted-living residences for seniors in rural America, has appointed Greg Akins as regional director of operations.    more...

Honor a Hero, Hire a Veteran Job and Resource Fair Networking and Business Opportunity Summit
The Veterans Business Outreach Center (VBOC), U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), The Employment Development Department (EDD), General Services Administration (GSA), Sacramento Employment and Training Agency (SETA), Department of General Services (DGS), Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC), California Disabled Veterans Business Enterprise Alliance (DVBE), California Department of Veteran Affairs (CDVA), American River College (ARC), California State University, Sacramento (CSUS), University of California, Davis (UCD), and Sacramento Veterans Resource Center (SVRC), will present the Honor a Hero, Hire a Veteran Job and Resource Fair located at American River College on 4700 College Oak Drive Sacramento, California 95841 commencing at 1pm and concluding at 5pm.    more...

Back to School Tips for Families with Dogs
As kids go back to school, the stress on every family member can be enormous — including the family dog,which is a creature of habit. Following are tips to help families avoid dog behavioral issues with their dogs that often accompany this time of transition.   more...

Molly Maid Celebrates 10 Years of Exclusive Pink Glove Treatment
With meticulous attention to every mirror they shine, every table they dust and every shower they scour, Molly Maid of East Bay Hills is celebrating 10 years of delivering sparkle and shine to local homes from El Cerrito to Castro Valley.    more...

New Logo Design Aimed at Target Customers
Franchise owners now benefit from a new logo and new marketing materials. It can be challenging for any business to project the right image that will attract customers. However, House Doctors franchisees now have a logo and new marketing materials specifically designed to attract their target audience.   more...

Identifying and Selecting High Performance Franchisees
New England Franchise Association (NEFA) will present "Identifying and Selecting High Performance Franchisees", a panel discussion on awarding franchises to the best possible candidates.    more...

Investors Choose Little Caesars® Pizza to Expand Their Holdings
Little Caesars is the brand of choice for investors looking to expand their portfolios in today's economy. With its simple business model, innovative concept and value niche, Little Caesars Pizza is growing across the country by offering franchise opportunities with a proven system that works.    more...

Our US affiliates are getting into the groove
TCYonline’s Business Affiliate Model is going great in the US despite the fact that the country is going through an economic recession.    more...

Home Helper’s new president sees a bright future for the franchise
For Emma Dickison, new president of Home Helpers (a non-medical and personal care franchise) success is as simple as surrounding yourself with a strong team of people and then providing them the tools and resources needed to grow their business.   more...

LEADING NFL FULLBACK ENDORSES PERSONAL TRAINING FRANCHISOR
Athletic Nation Franchise Corporation, a no-frills, men's personal training gym franchisor, today announced a three-year partnership with the National Football League's (NFL) leading blocking fullback, Lorenzo Neal.    more...

1-800-DRYCLEAN Concept Celebrates 20th Anniversary
Shannon Toler, president of 1-800-DryClean franchise, lit 20 candles marking the brand’s 20th anniversary.    more...

Fantastic Sams Hair Salons is Stylin in LA
Continuing to expand its “no appointments” necessary concept throughout the LA region, Fantastic Sams announces the opening of five new salons in Los Angeles and Orange County – the salons are located in Aliso Viejo, Redondo Beach, Costa Mesa, Pasadena and Los Angeles.    more...

Local Mr. Handyman Offers Tips to Protect Homes against Extreme Summer Heat
Skin and hair aren’t the only things that take a beating from the extreme temperatures of the dog days of summer – the blistering sun and heat can also pose serious problems for homes, both inside and out.   more...

Koko Fitness, Inc. launches Koko FitClub Franchise
Koko Fitness, Inc., the specialized fitness technology and equipment company that developed the Koko Smartrainer computerized commercial multi-gym, has announced their entry into the health club franchise business this month with the launch of Koko FitClub, LLC.    more...

THE ROCK A BYE BOUQUET
When friends or relatives welcome a new baby, Edible Arrangements, America's leading purveyor of artistically designed fresh fruit arrangements, offers a unique way to say "congratulations!"    more...

Ductz Franchise on Record Pace for Annual Growth
John Rotche, president of DUCTZ International, LLC, a Belfor company, announced record franchise