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Wyndham Hotel Group, the world's largest hotel company with approximately 7,000 hotels and 11 brands, has appointed Flo Lugli as executive vice president of marketing, responsible for the strategy and execution of the Hotel Group's global marketing...
Nathan's Famous, Inc. (NASDAQ:NATH) today announced that its Board of Directors authorized the purchase of up to 500,000 shares of its common stock on behalf of the Company. Nathan's separately announced that it entered into an agreement pursuant to...
CKE Restaurants, Inc. (NYSE: CKR) will be participating in the Oppenheimer Conference on July 14, 2009. Details about the conference and when CKE Restaurants will present are as follows:
Twenty percent of Americans polled in a survey commissioned by the Wyndham Rewards loyalty program said they would be unable to take their next vacation without cashing in rewards points, indicating that the current economic climate has increased the...
Red Lion Hotels Corporation (NYSE: RLH) and the ASPCA(R) (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) have teamed up to support the ASPCA's mission of providing an effective means for the prevention of cruelty to animals...
As the first wave of baby boomers approaches retirement age, BrightStar is at the forefront of the movement. Responding to the growing need for personal care, the full-service health care staffing agency is continuing to embark on its large-scale...
Red Lion Hotels Corporation's (NYSE: RLH) plush toy mascot "Red, the Lion," has developed quite a following since his launch in 1998. Originally conceived as a corporate trade show promotional giveaway, he's become a sought after take-home gift by...
InterContinental Hotels Group PLC ("IHG") [LON: IHG; NYSE: IHG (ADRs)] announces a significant cost saving programme including the restructuring of IHG's Asia Pacific region.
Red Lion Hotels Corporation (NYSE: RLH) breaks through the clutter of same-old-same-old summer promotions with its never ending summer promotion - 24/Summer. With hotels in great locations across the West, freshly renovated rooms, family...
KidzArt, an international children's art enrichment franchise company, today announced the opening of its new master franchisee in Jakarta, Indonesia. In its efforts to continue building its international market, KidzArt's added expansion in Asia is...
Inspired by the popular and refreshing summer drink that combines sugar, lime, and mint, Massage Heights' exclusive Mojito Foot Scrub and Coco Mojito Glow services help consumers across the country escape, relax and reenergize this summer.
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc. (Red Robin) - known for serving high-quality gourmet burgers in a kid- and family-friendly atmosphere for the past 40 years - will open a new Red Robin(R) restaurant in Lakewood, located at 10311 Gravelly Lake Drive SW...

Legendary lyricist MC Lyte and chart topper David Banner will add sizzle to KFC's search for the next hot musician in this year's "Hitmaker" song contest, now in its third year. All aspiring musicians are invited to submit their hottest beats to win...
Manhattan Bagel(R), the popular neighborhood bagel bakery featuring genuine New York style bagels, is pleased to announce the signing of a development agreement with Akram Kwaik to open a Manhattan Bagel restaurant in Summit, New Jersey.
Manhattan Bagel(R), the popular neighborhood bagel bakery featuring genuine New York style bagels, is pleased to announce the signing of a development agreement with Praveen Patel to open a Manhattan Bagel restaurant in the Greater Cherry Hill...
Suburban Propane Partners, L.P. (NYSE: SPH), a nationwide distributor of propane, fuel oil and related products and services, as well as a marketer of natural gas and electricity, today announced the successful execution of a new $250 million senior...
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) today announced the next stop on its global expedition with plans to open a new St. Regis hotel in Bermuda, marking the debut of Starwood and the St Regis brand on the exclusive island. Scheduled t
Rob Goggins, vice president of franchise development for Great Clips, Inc., announced the Grand Opening of the company's newest franchised salon in the Sunnybrook Shopping Center, in Sioux City, Iowa.
Caribou Coffee Company, Inc. (Nasdaq: CBOU), the second largest company-owned gourmet coffeehouse operator in terms of coffeehouses, today announced that its stock has been added to the Russell 2000® Index.
Wyndham Worldwide (NYSE:WYN) today announced that it closed on the renewal of the secured, revolving foreign credit facility for its South Pacific vacation ownership business. The 364–day facility bears interest based on a variable rate plus a sprea
Diedrich Coffee, Inc. (Nasdaq: DDRX), a leading roaster and wholesaler of the world's finest coffees, was added to the U.S. small-cap Russell 2000(R) Index after the equity markets closed on June 26, 2009.
Home Helpers, the nation's leading senior care franchise specializing in non-medical and personal care and companionship with a presence in more than 500 strategic markets in North America, has just announced a nationwide partnership with HealthCare...

Save on the expensive plane trip and hotel fares this summer and instead enjoy the ultimate indulgent "staycation" at IHOP! I-HOP (island hop, that is!) takes on a tropical feel this summer as guests are invited to take a 'pancation' with three...
H&R Block Reports Fiscal 2009 Results With Earnings From Continuing Operations of $1.53 per Share(1)
H&R Block, Inc. (NYSE: HRB) today reported that income from continuing operations for the fiscal year ended April 30, 2009, grew 15.0% to $513.1 million, or $1.53 per share, compared to $445.9 million, or $1.36 per share in the prior year.
Gold's Gym, the world's leading authority on health and fitness, today announced the formation of its International Franchise Council, a committee designed to provide a forum for open dialogue between and among representatives from Gold's Gym...
Following the demise of a franchise agreement with Aiting (Vicky) Shih and Sirius International Food and Beverage Group, announced earlier this year, Johnny Rockets Group, Inc. today announced the availability of Taiwan as an available franchising...
Staying true to his "get it done, generate results" leadership style, PIU Management's newly appointed President & CEO, Lee Knowlton, has already decided the top item on his proverbial "to-do" list: Increase store sales.
Great Clips, Inc., today formally announced the opening of their 65th training center west of Boston, in Southborough, Massachusetts.

On June 9, KFC issued a press release announcing a search for "a new iconic face for the brand's new Kentucky Grilled Chicken (KGC)." On June 10, the public outcry began.
Bonus Building Care, one of the highest ranked and fastest growing companies in the commercial office cleaning industry, is pleased to announce that it has ranked 10th out of 101 companies ranked in Entrepreneur's recent Home Based Franchise rankings...
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