Franchise Industry Conference

PARSIPPANY, N.J. 03-29-2012 - Realogy, a global provider of real estate and relocation services, will have a significant presence on the agenda of speakers presenting at the Global Summit Conference being held by the Asian Real Estate Association of America (AREAA) in New York City on April 1-3.
“More than one dozen speakers affiliated with Realogy are scheduled to speak about topics related to global housing, U.S. markets, mergers and acquisitions, and more,” said Tanya Reu, a national director of Asian Real Estate Association of America, and senior vice president of human resources for Realogy’s Franchise Group and Corporate Services business units. “This level of participation underscores our tremendous support for AREAA’s mission to promote sustainable homeownership opportunities in Asian American communities...

For Fourth Consecutive Year, Starwood Hotels: Join Together to Mark Environmental Awareness Event
STAMFORD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar. 30, 2012-- By spending an hour in the dark this weekend, Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) will join millions around the world to send a powerful message about a brighter future for the planet.
Approximately 550 Starwood hotels around the world will turn off lights in observance of Earth Hour, the global environmental awareness event created by the World Wildlife Fund (WWF). To underscore Starwood’s dedication to environmental sustainability, properties will activate other energy-saving measures during Earth Hour, March 31 at 8:30 p.m. local time. Among them: Turning off exterior signage lighting; dimming or turning off non-essential interior lighting; using candlelight in appropriate public areas such as restaurants and bars; and using in-room voicemail messages and in-room television messages to inform guests about Earth Hour observances...

STAMFORD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar. 29, 2012-- Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) announced today that it will release the company’s first quarter financial results prior to market open on Thursday, April 26, 2012, followed by a conference call at 10:30 a.m. EDT. The conference call will include a brief discussion of the quarter and a question-and-answer session. It will be moderated by Stephen Pettibone, Vice President of Investor Relations.
Participants may listen to the simultaneous webcast by logging onto Starwood’s corporate website at http://www.starwoodhotels.com/corporate/investor_relations.html. A webcast replay will be available approximately two hours after the conclusion of the live event...

“Spot Bob” on Thursday, April 12 for a free drink at BIGGBY – located in the Plymouth Super Center
March 29, 2012 // Franchising.com // PLYMOUTH, Mich. – BIGGBY COFFEE fanatics in Plymouth, MI can get a free drink of their choice during the latest Spot BIGGBY Bob event on Thursday, April 12th from 8-10a.m. BIGGBY CEO and co-founder, Bob Fish, will visit the store located at 400 W. Ann Arbor Rd., to meet BIGGBY customers and pick up the tab!
During these two hours only, any drink on the menu, in any size, is fair game and the store will also offer special discounts on travel mugs and tasty treats to go along with your morning coffee! For store owner, Drew Wolford, having Bob at his store just expands on the fun and happiness he strives to create for his customers each and every day...

Chicago, IL, March 29, 2012 --(PR.com)-- The RE/MAX Hot Air Balloon will visit Sator Sanchez Elementary School, 1101 Harrison Ave., Joliet, Ill., on April 12 when the balloon crew will present an interactive educational program developed and sponsored by the RE/MAX Northern Illinois real estate network.
In the audience will be the 1,100 students at Sanchez Elementary, who will learn about various aspects of ballooning, including its history and the scientific principles involved. They also will see a demonstration on how the balloon functions. The RE/MAX balloon has visited more than 50 schools over the last year in northern Illinois.
The program will be presented at 9 a.m. outdoors on the school grounds, weather permitting, but can be moved indoors if the weather is inclement...

Benjamin Franklin Plumbing, Mister Sparky and One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning are featured brands.
March 28, 2012 // Franchising.com // Sarasota – Mister Sparky, Benjamin Franklin Plumbing and One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning are the three featured home services brands, owned by Clockwork Home Services, featured in AMC’s newest unscripted series, “The Pitch” from the producers of “Undercover Boss,” and “Project Runway”.
The series chronicles the high stakes and tight deadlines top advertising agencies encounter when they set out to win new business. The three home services brands lay down the challenge to some of the country’s top agencies to create a winning national advertising campaign to position their brands on a national platform to home owners...

Lifetime Barbie Collection to be auctioned online by Caring Transitions of Central Ohio. More than 400 lots of vintage and contemporary Barbie dolls, clothing, accessories and more.
COLUMBUS, OH, March 27, 2012 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Caring Transitions of North Central Ohio, a company specializing in estate sales, downsizing and senior moves today announced the sale of a vast Barbie collection on the company's exclusive online auction Web site, http://www.ctonlineauctions.com/ncentraloh.
The auction, starting at 9 a.m. EST today, Sunday, March 25th, features more than 400 lots of Barbie dolls, clothing ensembles, accessories, furniture, vehicles, novelties, convention items and other Barbie collectibles. This extensive collection has been fueled by a local collector's passion for Barbie and it has been in process for more than 50 years...

Jamba Juice Company (NASDAQ: JMBA):
When:
Monday, March 26, 2012 – 10:00am – 2:00pm PDT
Who:

Brian Daher, Regional Director, San Francisco Job Corps
David Miller, Center Director, Treasure Island Job Corps
James D. White, Chairman and CEO, Jamba Juice
Jane Oates, Assistant Secretary, Employment and Training Administration, US Department of Labor

In addition to representatives from Jamba and the Center, we are expecting local elected officials as well as community stakeholders to be in attendance for this very special announcement.
Where:

Treasure Island Job Corps Center351 H AvenueHarvey Milk BuildingSan Francisco, CA 94130

What:

San Francisco Regional Job Corps Director Brian Daher, Center Director Treasure Island Job Corps David Miller, and Jamba Juice Chairman and CEO James D...

MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Buffalo Wild Wings, Inc. (NASDAQ: BWLD), today announced that the Company will present at an upcoming consumer conference.
On Thursday, March 29, 2012, the Company will present at the Telsey Advisory Group (TAG) 4th Annual Spring Consumer Conference in New York City. The Company's investor presentation will be webcast live at 8:05 a.m. Central Daylight Time at www.buffalowildwings.com.
About the Company
Buffalo Wild Wings, Inc., founded in 1982 and headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, is a growing owner, operator and franchisor of Buffalo Wild Wings Grill & Bar™ restaurants featuring a variety of boldly-flavored, made-to-order menu items including its namesake Buffalo, New York-style chicken wings...

Extreme Volunteering: Company Continues Annual Tradition Of Community Service At National Managers Meeting With Second Visit To DFW
ATLANTA, March 20, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Aaron's, Inc. (NYSE: AAN), the nation's leader in the sales and lease ownership and specialty retailing of residential furniture, consumer electronics, home appliances and accessories, will hold its annual national store managers meeting March 20-22 in Dallas.
For the fourth year in a row, Aaron's associates will dedicate one day to "Extreme Volunteering" – a large-scale outreach effort to community projects benefiting military service members, area children and the community. This year marks Aaron's second visit to the Dallas area for its national meeting and community service endeavor...

DENVER--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar. 19, 2012-- Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE: CMG), the national chain of burrito restaurants known for serving Food With Integrity, today announced that it will host a conference call to discuss first quarter 2012 financial results on Thursday, April 19, 2012 at 4:30 PM Eastern time. A press release with first quarter 2012 financial results will be issued at approximately 4:00 PM Eastern time that same day.
The conference call can be accessed live over the phone by dialing 1-800-946-0744 or for international callers by dialing 1-719-325-2170. A replay will be available one hour after the call and can be accessed by dialing 1-877-870-5176 or 1-858-384-5517 for international callers; the password is 4538293...

Company to Recruit and Conduct On-Site Interviews in 80 Stores across the Nation and Plans to Add Over 2,500 Summer Jobs
EMERYVILLE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar. 19, 2012-- Jamba Juice Company (NASDAQ: JMBA), a leading healthy, active lifestyle company, announced today that on Tuesday, March 27, 2012, it will host a National Hiring Day from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. in 80 stores across the nation with a goal to recruit and hire youth for summer employment. The National Hiring Day will help Jamba® support its pledge to generate over 2,500 summer jobs as part of the Obama Administration’s 2012 Summer Jobs+ campaign.
“We know the importance of helping our youth gain skills and valuable work experience that is critical to their career success,” said James D...

GREENWOOD VILLAGE, Colo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar. 16, 2012-- Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc., (NASDAQ: RRGB), a casual dining restaurant chain focused on serving an innovative selection of high-quality gourmet burgers in a family-friendly atmosphere, today announced that the Company will be hosting an Analyst Day on Wednesday, April 4, 2012. The presentation will begin at 8:00 AM ET.
Investors and interested parties may listen to a webcast of the analyst day by visiting the Company’s website at www.redrobin.com under the investor relations section. A replay of the webcast will be available following the conclusion of the presentation.
About Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc. (NASDAQ: RRGB)
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc...

Upcoming Domino's Pizza Investor EventsANN ARBOR, Mich., March 16, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Domino's Pizza, Inc. (NYSE: DPZ) announces the following webcast events:
What:  Post-Refinancing Update Call
When:  Monday, March 19 at 10:00 a.m. Eastern
Where:  www.dominosbiz.com
How:

Live over the Internet. Log on to the Web address above.
This event will be archived on the Domino's website for replay.

Contact:
Lynn Liddle: (734) 930-3008
 
What: J.P. Morgan Gaming, Lodging, Restaurant & Leisure Forum
When: Tuesday, March 20 at 4:30 p.m. Eastern
Where:  www.dominosbiz.com
How:

Live over the Internet. Log on to the Web address above...

Prepare for a full weekend at the 64th Annual Greater Kansas City Home Show & Flower, Lawn and Garden Show. This show is bursting at the seams with experts from every area of home improvement. HGTV's Monica Pederson will be featured along with several other celebrity guest speakers at Bartle Hall March 23rd through 25th.
Spring gives home owners the opportunity to critique the look and feel of their home and landscaping. Home shows offer home improvement products and services to clean up the exterior of the property, plant grasses, attack weeds in the yard and flower bed, and to finish off the effort by spreading mulch. This home show will have professionals to address all the homeowners interior and exterior spring projects.
Mulching is a common, inexpensive way to give a fresh look to a landscape...

CANTON, Mass., March 15, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Dunkin' Brands Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: DNKN), the parent company of Dunkin' Donuts (DD) and Baskin-Robbins (BR), today announced that the Company's 2012 annual meeting of shareholders will be held on Tuesday, May 15, 2012 at the Boston Marriott Quincy hotel at 1000 Marriott Drive, Quincy, Mass., 02169, at 10:00 am Eastern Time. The record date for the annual meeting is April 5, 2012, and only shareholders of record on that date are entitled to vote at the meeting.
About Dunkin' Brands Group, Inc.
With approximately 16,800 points of distribution in nearly 60 countries worldwide, Dunkin' Brands Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: DNKN) is one of the world's leading franchisors of quick service restaurants (QSR) serving hot and cold coffee and baked goods, as well as hard-serve ice cream...

Franchisor Hosting Booth, Luncheon to Discuss Franchise Conversion Initiatives and Opportunities
March 15, 2012 // Franchising.com // CARROLLTON, Texas – Top executives from FASTSIGNS International Inc., the worldwide franchisor of FASTSIGNS® sign and graphics centers, will attend the upcoming ISA International Sign Expo 2012 to present independent store conversion initiatives and opportunities for international franchise agreements.
In addition to exhibiting at booth No. 2720, Catherine Monson, CEO of FASTSIGNS, along with Mark Jameson, Senior Vice President of Franchise Support & Development at FASTSIGNS, will host an invitation-only luncheon on March 23 to discuss the company’s independent store conversion strategies and answer any questions regarding the FASTSIGNS franchise opportunity and incentives...

JPMorgan Gaming, Lodging, Restaurant & Leisure 2012
CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today that Harmit Singh, chief financial officer, will be participating in a fireside chat at the J.P. Morgan Gaming and Lodging Management Forum being held in Las Vegas, NV at approximately 10:30am PDT on Monday, March 19, 2012. Atish Shah, senior vice president of investor relations, will also attend the conference.
Audio of the discussion will be provided through a live webcast which can be accessed through the Hyatt website at http://www.hyatt.com by selecting the Investor Relations link located at the bottom of the page. A replay will be available for 30 days.
About Hyatt Hotels Corporation
Hyatt Hotels Corporation, headquartered in Chicago, is a leading global hospitality company with a proud heritage of making guests feel more than welcome...

Informational seminar being held on March 21 to learn more about owning a Baskin-Robbins franchise business.
CANTON, Mass., March 14, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Baskin-Robbins, the world's largest chain of ice cream specialty shops, is offering San Francisco and Sacramento residents the exclusive scoop on how to own their very own Baskin-Robbins franchise. The company is expanding its California footprint with more than 20 new restaurants projected over the next several years throughout the San Francisco and Sacramento metro areas. Currently, Baskin-Robbins operates 152 locations in and around San Francisco and Sacramento and 469 shops across California.
Baskin-Robbins executives will host a "Becoming a Baskin-Robbins Franchisee" seminar on March 21 at 7 p...

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C., March 15, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Krispy Kreme Doughnuts, Inc. (NYSE: KKD) plans to release its financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended January 29, 2012 on Tuesday, March 20, 2012, shortly after the market closes. The Company plans to host a conference call to review the results and management's outlook for fiscal 2013 at 4:30 p.m. (ET) that day.
A live webcast of the conference call will be available at www.krispykreme.com. The conference call also can be accessed over the phone by dialing (800) 510-0146 or, for international callers, by dialing (617) 614-3449. To access an archived audio replay of the call, dial (888) 286-8010, or (617) 801-6888 for international callers; the passcode is 67273477...