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After watching Wall Street fat cats pocket huge bonuses of taxpayer money, El Pollo Loco has decided now is the time to pass the buck back to the American people… and in some cases three bucks. Hot off the grill, the nation's leading flame-grilled.
Terry Elton was looking for a new challenge that would allow him to apply the wide range of business experiences he had accumulated during the course of his previous career – when he came across ActionCOACH.
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) today announced plans to open W Paris-Opéra in 2011, marking the debut of W Hotels Worldwide in France. Located in the chic and bustling Opéra area of Paris, amid lively cafés,
In 2008, a year during which hundreds of restaurants struggled or closed down, the Smiling Moose Deli experienced 97 percent growth and was presented with the "Fastest Growth in First Year for 2008 Award" by the International Franchise Association's...
Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC announced today that Rick Davidson, president and chief operating officer for Coldwell Banker Commercial Affiliates, will assume the additional role of chief operating officer for Coldwell Banker Real Estate effective...
To help meet the growing demand of older Ohioans who want to remain in their own homes and stay as self-sufficient as possible, Seniors Helping Seniors(R) In-Home Services (SHS) has established a new franchise between Columbus and Dayton that will serve..
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) today announced the appointment of Eva Ziegler as Global Brand Leader for W Hotels Worldwide. In her new role, Vienna-born Ziegler will be responsible for leading the global development and growth.
Sotheby's International Realty Affiliates LLC today announced it grew the office count within its network by more than 10 percent in 2008, ending the year with 10,750 sales associates located in more than 500 offices in 39 countries and territories...
Business columnist and leadership guru Jack Welch once said, "Before you are a leader, success is all about growing yourself. When you become a leader, success is all about growing others."
Burger King Corp. (NYSE:BKC) sets off its fourth annual BK® 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament, BK B-BALL BATTLESM, in New Orleans on Feb. 7, 2009, and will travel to 13 U.S. cities throughout the tour.
Perkins & Marie Callender's Inc. (PMCI), the preeminent family restaurant company in the United States with over 600 locations, is pleased to announce the promotion of Pete Pascuzzi, to Executive Vice President, Operations and President, Perkins...
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Vapiano area developer and franchisee, Tim McCallum of McCallum holdings, will open the first of his 10 restaurants at Mockingbird Station in Dallas, Texas. The innovative fresh casual restaurant and lounge will fit perfectly in the upscale center...
  • Feb 3rd, 2009
  • By: Vapiano
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zpizza has finalized a contract with franchisee, Ritu Shah-Burnham, to open three new restaurants in Seattle, Washington. The Southern California-based gourmet pizza chain has built a powerful presence across the United States, earning it the...
  • Feb 3rd, 2009
  • By: zpizza
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As part of their unconventional growth strategy, restaurateur Johnny Rockets, has agreed to open and operate a 1,800-square-foot restaurant on Main Side, in Camp Pendleton, the Marine Corps' largest West Coast expeditionary training facility, located...
Despite the struggling economy, Chick-fil-A® enjoyed an unprecedented year of sales growth in 2008. The Atlanta-based restaurant chain today reported 2008 system-wide sales of $2,962,253,976, representing a 12.17 percent increase over the chain's 2007
From the American Lodging Investment Summit (ALIS) in San Diego, Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) today announces it will open its 1000th hotel in 2009. The milestone comes as part of the company's plan to open 100 hotels this yea
Thrifty Car Sales, a subsidiary of Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. (NYSE: DTG), has signed an agreement with Cars.com to provide its national network of franchised used car dealerships with yet another high-volume outlet to market its products.
While Michelle Obama's mother, Marian Robinson, moves into the White House to help with childcare, Joe Biden's sprightly mother, Jean, is in for some life changes of her own. Ms. Biden, who is in her early nineties, has lived with her son and his...
Blockbuster Inc. (NYSE: BBI, BBI.B), a leading global provider of media entertainment, today cemented its commitment to multi-channel delivery of entertainment by hiring former Philips executive Kevin Lewis as Senior Vice President, Digital Entertainment.
El Pollo Loco, Inc. announced today that it has created a new executive management position, "Senior Vice President of Strategy and Innovation," to leverage innovation throughout the organization in the development of new products, processes and...
Famous Dave's of America, Inc. (NASDAQ: DAVE) announced that it opened its newest award-winning BBQ restaurant on January 19, 2009, in Everett, WA. The new Famous Dave's Legendary Pit Bar-B-Que(R) restaurant is located at the Everett Mall.
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Washington, Penn. will soon be home to a brand new upscale Cambria Suites hotel, after developer Adios Associates LP --- a joint venture between Horizon Properties Group, LLC and Madison Realty Group, Inc. --- recently signed a contract for the new...
Shannon Toler, president 1-800-DryClean franchise, awarded the 15 environmentally responsible customers with their free gas cards won during the company's fourth quarter 2008 ongoing Go Green initiative.
Roni Deutch has built her reputation as one of the most loved and respected tax pundits with regular appearances on national television and radio programs. Now the Nation's "Tax Lady" has added another feather to her media cap by becoming the newest...
Powered by coffee and a goal of "spreading Dutch luv," Dutch Bros. Coffee showed no signs of slowing down in 2008 and has aggressive plans for 2009.
Reading as a family activity is less important to U.S. and Canadian parents when compared to other listed activities according to a recent online survey.
Dunkin' Donuts, America's favorite everyday, all-day stop for coffee and baked goods, today introduced a sweet new way to celebrate the inauguration of the new president. During inaugural week, Dunkin' Donuts customers can enjoy a special new...
  • Jan 14th, 2009
  • By: Dunkin'
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To help meet the growing demand of older Pennsylvanians who want to remain in their own homes and stay as self-sufficient as possible, Seniors Helping Seniors(R) In-Home Services (SHS) has established a new franchise to serve eastern Montgomery...
Krispy Kreme Doughnuts, Inc. (NYSE: KKD) is honoring American's sense of pride and freedom of choice on Inauguration Day, by offering a free doughnut of choice to every customer on this historic day, Jan. 20. By doing so, participating Krispy Kreme...
Racing Limos, Inc. has announced the Franchisee of the Year for 2008-2009 and the 2008 Marketing Idea of the Year Award.

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