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"More client face time for my dime," is a phrase that captures the results of Embassy Suites Hotels' Third Annual nationwide Business Travel Survey*. The survey offers an insightful look into the state of business travel, revealing perceptions on the impo

While the newest KFC in Indianapolis features the brand's familiar red and white design scheme, it's the color "green" that is really going to have people talking. The new KFC at 6154 North Keystone Avenue was designed with the planet in mind, and it feat
Accor North America (ANA), one of the largest hotel chain owner and operators in North America, announces changes to its leadership structure. Olivier Poirot, CEO of Accor North America, Motel 6 and Studio6, will assume responsibility for the Novotel netw
Holiday Inn Express, one of the fastest growing hotel brands in the world, will soon make its debut in Bali, Indonesia. Holiday Inn Express hotels are designed as the smart choice for value-conscious business and leisure travellers, focusing on the things
Hilton Worldwide has signed a franchise development deal with GS Consorcio Hotelero S.A. de C.V. for the DoubleTree by Hilton Querétaro. The four-story, new-build property, scheduled to open in Q2 2011, is anticipated to be the first DoubleTree by
Franchise Services, Inc., parent company of the Sir Speedy and PIP Printing and Marketing Services franchises, recognized several Sir Speedy and PIP salespeople with sales achievement awards at the company's annual Sales Forum. The sales training event, h
Famous Dave's of America, Inc. (Nasdaq:DAVE) announced today that Famous Dave Anderson, BBQ legend and founder of Famous Dave's Bar-B-Que, along with Charlie Torgerson, Directory of Culinary, will be featured in Food Network's Best In Smoke competition, a
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) today announced its global powerhouse, Sheraton Hotels, and its owners have invested more than $100 million into upgrading 120 Club Lounges around the world, including flagship properties such as S
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) today announced plans to introduce its fast-growing Four Points brand to Peoria, Illinois. Four Points by Sheraton Downtown Peoria opens in July of 2011 near leading businesses and Peoria's recentl
Saladworks, the nation's first and largest fresh-tossed salad franchise concept, proudly announces that the guest relations website, SaladworksListens.com, has been advanced to include immediate customer feedback. The Saladworks guest relations team will
Friendly Ice Cream Corporation recently announced that its company-wide 'Cones for Kids' campaign raised more than $675,000 for Easter Seals Camp Friendly's, funding life-changing camp opportunities for children with disabilities. Friendly's has raised mo
YUM! Brands (NYSE: YUM) today announced that it has submitted a preliminary proposal to Little Sheep Group Limited under which YUM! Brands would offer to acquire all outstanding shares of Little Sheep, other than a minority interest to be held by the chai
Einstein Noah Restaurant Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:BAGL) today announced that it will release its first quarter 2011 financial results after the market close on Thursday, May 5, 2011. A conference call will follow at 3:00 p.m. Mountain Time (5:00 p.m. Eastern T

Jamba, Inc. (NASDAQ:JMBA) today announced that the Company has signed a master development agreement with Max's Group of Companies, a well-established restaurant and franchise operator, to develop 40 Jamba Juice locations in the Philippines over the next
This year, National Small Business Week, May 16-20, will again shine the spotlight on entrepreneurs and independent business owners and the unique contribution they make to the economic strength of America. SERVPRO hopes that the week's focus on the oppor
The Melting Pot of Raleigh (http://www.meltingpot.com/raleigh), a fondue restaurant located at 3800 Wake Forest Road, has announced that it will offer an all-inclusive prom package that includes a three course fondue dinner and a prom photo keepsake for e
It's hard to imagine how 6 years ago College Hunks Hauling Junk began with a beat-up cargo van in Washington DC, hauling unwanted items from local residents and businesses. Now a multi-million dollar franchise hauling junk in over 34 markets covering 85 z
Yum! Brands Inc. (NYSE: YUM) today announced that the company will present at the Barclays Capital 2011 Retail and Restaurants Conference on Wednesday, April 27, 2011 in New York City. The presentation is scheduled to begin at approximately 10:15 a.m. Eas
Mister Sparky Answers Last Minute Call from TV Show to Help Build a New Home for a Deserving Family in Virginia Beach…episode to air Easter Evening
First Watch, the Breakfast, Brunch and Lunch concept based in Bradenton, Florida, opened its first Milwaukee restaurant on Monday, April 24 at 17550 West Bluemound Road in the Brownstones Shopping Center at Bluemound and Calhoun Roads. The restaurant is b
Today, Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc. (Red Robin) will roll out the red carpet for its new Red Royalty guest frequency and reward card program that goes unmatched against its casual-dining competition by providing guests with more than just discounts on
Wilmington's newest restaurant will open next week. Skyline Chili will officially open its doors at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, April 26. The restaurant, located at 2799 Rombach Ave., will offer its customers special deals throughout the day, including the cha
Anthony Salem is joining forces with his father, to open the first Ohio location for Dickey's Barbecue Pit, the largest barbecue chain in the country, in Akron.
Well known for its values-led sourcing, Ben & Jerry's has talked with its fans about the company's use of cage-free eggs, no added hormones in its dairy, and Fair Trade Certified ingredients. But did you know that the paper pint container itself that
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE:HOT) today announced that eight of its premier hotels and resorts have earned spots on this year's Condé Nast Traveler HOT List, more than any other hotel group. Flying the flags of Starwood's lux
Motel 6 announces the appointment of Lance Miceli as Chief Marketing Officer for Motel 6/Studio 6. In this role, Miceli will lead all aspects of marketing, branding, sales, distribution, quality and public relations for Motel 6/Studio 6 in the U.S., Canad
CEC Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE:CEC) today announced that it will host a conference call with investors on Thursday, May 5, 2011, to discuss financial results for the first quarter ended April 3, 2011. The conference call will begin at 3:30 pm Central Time
Alert your taste buds! Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc. (Red Robin) is just weeks away from bringing craveable gourmet burgers to Long Island, with the opening of a Red Robin restaurant located in Nassau County in Carle Place at 125 Old Country Road in the
Texas Roadhouse, Inc. (Nasdaq: TXRH) announced today that it will release first quarter 2011 financial results on Monday, May 2, 2011 after the market close. A conference call will follow at 5:00 PM ET and will be webcast live from the investor relations
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) and Clean the World, a social enterprise committed to saving lives and protecting our planet, today announced a corporate agreement to collect and recycle hotel soaps, shampoos, conditioners, lotio
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