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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, will host a conference call on Thursday, August 13, 2009, at...
CEC Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: CEC) today reported net earnings of $9.0 million for the second quarter ended June 28, 2009, compared to net earnings of $11.3 million in the second quarter of 2008. Diluted earnings per share decreased to $0.39 for the...
Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. (NYSE: BBW), an interactive entertainment retailer of customized stuffed animals, today reported results for the 2009 second quarter and first six months.
Figaro's Pizza is pleased to announce the opening of its 4th location pursuant to its Master Franchise Agreement with Sense Gourmet, a subsidiary of Abu Dhabi based Foodco Holding.
NexCen Brands, Inc. (PINK SHEETS: NEXC.PK) today announced the opening of the first Marble Slab Creamery(R) franchised store in Asia. The new store opened in Singapore under an existing master franchise agreement with...
DineEquity, Inc. (NYSE: DIN), the parent company of Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar and IHOP Restaurants, today announced financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2009. DineEquity's financial performance included the following...
New Success Coaches Anish Kandy - Australia, Tyler Huntington - Utah, Dheeraj Singhal - California, Bruce Leavitt - Nevada, Don White - Texas and Rachel Bryant - Louisiana successfully completed the induction training program in July. Joining them were...
Famous Dave's of America, Inc. (NASDAQ: DAVE) today announced revenue and net income of $36.3 million and $2.4 million, respectively, or $0.26 per diluted share for its fiscal 2009 second quarter ended June 28, 2009. This compares to revenue...
Dallas-based battery replacement company, Interstate Batteries Franchise and Development, the franchisor of Interstate All Battery Center (IABC) will be the only all battery franchise to solidify a presence in all 50 states with the signings of two new...
Realogy Corporation will release its financial results and file its Form 10-Q with the Securities and Exchange Commission for the quarter ended June 30, 2009 after the close of the market on Tuesday, August 11, 2009.
Choice Hotels International, Inc., (NYSE: CHH) today reported the following highlights for second quarter 2009...
In a time where the word "recession" seems to be on everyone's mind, it's hard to imagine that some companies are actually experiencing tremendous growth. That is, until you walk into a Pita Pit.
The new 82-room Super 8 - Rifle has opened its doors for business. Fulfilling a unique and much-needed niche in Rifle's hospitality arena the three-story hotel is designed and built in Super 8's new format. "Large enough to provide all of the amenities...
Baskin-Robbins, America's favorite ice cream shop, is rapidly expanding its national footprint with today's announcement that Denver, CO is a priority growth market in 2009. In order to share information about the 40 stores it wants to develop in and...

Rita's Italian Ice, the nation's largest Italian Ice concept with more than 550 stores across 18 states, today announced that the company raised $451,000 this June for Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation for Childhood Cancer (ALSF) during its signature...
Baskin-Robbins, America's favorite ice cream shop, is rapidly expanding its national footprint with today's announcement that Minneapolis, St. Paul and the surrounding region are now open for franchise sales. More than 70 new stores are projected...
Last year, Bally Total Fitness members raised over $230,000 for Augie's Quest, the fast-track research arm of the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA). As one of the leading fundraising donors in 2008, Bally is dedicated to beating the previous goal by...
Hurricane Grill & Wings, (www.hurricanewings.com), the popular restaurant well known for its uniquely savory chicken wings, will kick-off its Hurricane Kids(TM) Club with a special interactive campaign uniting Nintendo DS(TM) users around social gamin
Aaron's, Inc. of Atlanta, GA (NYSE: AAN), the Aaron's Outdoors television program and Mossy Oak Brand Camo have teamed together to produce a unique marketing campaign that features specialty paint schemes on three NASCAR racecars and a national...
Hilton Hotels Corporation announced today that two of its brands received the highest honors in the J.D. Power and Associates 2009 North America Hotel Guest Satisfaction Index StudySM. Embassy Suites ranked highest in the "Upscale" category for the...
Cambria Suites, the newest brand of Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), is pleased to announce the openings of five hotel properties in five weeks during the months of June and July. The new properties are located in: Traverse City, Mich.
Pearland will soon be home to a new Primrose School. In addition to offering area families high-quality educational child care, the Pearland private preschool will benefit the community by bringing 25 to 30 new jobs to town, and $2.9 to $4.1 million...
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate LLC announced today it is a finalist for two 2009 Inman Innovator Awards, including Most Innovative Blog and Most Innovative Brokerage or Franchise. The awards, which honor companies using technology and innovation...
W Hotels Worldwide, the hotel category buster and industry innovator, today unveils its first hotel in the U.S. Capital with the opening of W Washington D.C., the W brand's 25th hotel in North America and 32nd globally. The closest hotel to the White...
Rob Goggins, vice president of franchise development for Great Clips, Inc., announced the Grand Opening of the company's newest franchised salon in the Lakewood Shopping Center in Windsor, California.
England have 'bean' the best team on the pitch so far in this summer's quest for the Ashes, and today (28 July) in Birmingham former England great Phil Tufnell experienced what a series win might taste like.
When Craig Ackerman took over a Play N Trade store in Comstock Park, Michigan, he didn't know all the specifics of how he planned to become successful. However, he did know a few things. Namely, success comes through hard work, great customer service...
W Hotels Worldwide, the industry innovator and hotel category buster, proudly unveils the "Extreme Wow Suite" of the future, designed by Jouin Manku, the architectural firm of Paris-based designer Patrick Jouin and his associate Sanjit Manku.
While thunderstorms may cause fear, dogs can be trained to manage their reactions and feel calmer through all the noise and bright flashes. Bark Busters—the world's largest dog training company—offers 10 tips for managing your dog's fear of th
On August 28th and 29th the Milwaukee County Zoo will host the Eighth Annual Great Lakes Bat Festival, presented by the Organization for Bat Conservation, sponsored by Batcone. The festival is free for all ages with any zoo admission.
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