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Fitness Together Holdings, Inc. (FTHI) announced today a record number of new franchise sales.
California Pizza Kitchen, Inc. (Nasdaq:CPKI) announced today that revenues increased 10.2% to $164.7 million for the first quarter ended March 30, 2008 versus $149.4 million in the first quarter of 2007.
The Bear Stearns Companies Inc. (NYSE: BSC) today announced that the New York Stock Exchange (the "NYSE") has accepted the company's application of the financial viability exception to the NYSE's shareholder approval policy in connection with...
Starting this spring, Motel 6 offers travelers a fun, affordable way to explore the origins of jazz, the American-born art form. In partnership with internationally-renowned jazz percussionist and composer Kahil El'Zabar...
InterContinental Hotels & Resorts, the world's first global luxury hotel brand, is enjoying unprecedented growth in Asia Pacific.

The International Franchise Association (IFA) today named Alisa Harrison as vice president of communications and marketing, a new position designed to enhance the organization's external media outreach and education efforts.
Chairman and CEO, Kevin Blackwell, announced today that Chris Prasifka has been named President of Kahala Franchise Corp, the franchisor entity of Kahala's portfolio of diversified concepts.
V2K International, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: VTOK), announced today that 25% of the franchise locations opened this calendar year by its wholly owned subsidiary, V2K Window Fashions, have been in Canada. V2K currently has franchises operating in...
This year, Dunkin' Donuts, the world's largest coffee and baked goods chain, wishes its customers a less taxing Tax Day by offering all customers a free donut with the purchase of any size cup of Dunkin' Donuts' hot coffee.
A new study of individuals seeking to maintain an average weight-loss of 24 lbs, which is published in the April issue of the British Journal of Nutrition, finds 50% were able to maintain a medically significant weight loss 5 years later.
In his newest article, "Feminine Appeal: Designing for Female Consumers," Troy Schwehr explores how elements of store design can be modified to appeal more to women. "Research has shown that women's influence over purchase decisions has increased...
FETCH! Pet Care, the nation's largest pet care brand offering professional pet sitting and dog walking services, today announced it has launched a new location in the Virginia's North Arlington region to provide area residents with unsurpassed pet care...
Like other real estate professionals throughout the country, Assist-2-Sell franchise owners and brokers are seeing their fair share of homeowners at risk of foreclosure. Assist-2-Sell tapped into their experience...
Five Star Painting Inc, a leading painting franchise system today announced that Sonny Tesch and Mike Scanlon have purchased and a new location in the Phoenix, Arizona market.
Dedicated to making poverty history, the ONE Campaign welcomed Ben & Jerry's as a partner, announcing a joint endeavor today to fight extreme poverty and preventable disease around the world.
FETCH! Pet Care, the nation's largest pet care brand offering professional pet sitting and dog walking services, today announced it has launched a new location in the District of Columbia's Northwest Washington region to provide area residents with...
Wellness Franchise Reports Growth for 2008
Krispy Kreme Doughnuts, Inc. (NYSE: KKD) is taking it to the tropics this spring by introducing two new treats bursting with island flavor.
Sotheby's International Realty Affiliates LLC today announced that Lewis, Wolcott & Dornbush Real Estate in Utah has joined its luxury real estate network.
Bark Busters, the world's largest dog training company, has launched a new program to help U.S. veterans leverage the skills they've learned in the military into a successful business.
Weichert, Realtors(R), one of the nation's largest privately held real estate companies, announced it will now offer a real estate auction course through the Weichert Real Estate School.
The most obvious and easily overlooked safety component in a vehicle is right in front of the driver's face. Windshields not only keep insects and rain out, they are vital for seatbelts and airbags to properly function.

IHOP Corp. (NYSE: IHP) today announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.25 per common share payable May 20, 2008 to shareholders of record as of May 1, 2008.
Maui Wowi Hawaiian, the premier destination for authentic Hawaiian products on the mainland, today announced it is supporting the efforts of the International Franchise Association's "VetFran" program for men and women who have served in the...
How many times have you customized your burrito, only to bite into it and get a mouthful of only one ingredient? That scenario is no longer an issue at Panchero's Mexican Grill thanks to a little tool named Bob.
When Jack in the Box(R) introduced the 100% Sirloin Burger last year (the first all-sirloin burger offered by a major quick-serve chain), many people thought Jack had reached the pinnacle of burger innovation and there was no way he could...
Radisson Hotels & Resorts(R), the upscale brand from Carlson Hotels Worldwide, today announced the launch of a new advertising campaign in North America focusing on the fundamentals of what travelers want from a hotel.

Zaxby's twin licensees Thomas and John Bush will open the doors to Opelika's first Zaxby's restaurant this Monday. Zaxby's, a Southeast favorite for chicken fingers and Buffalo wings...

Zaxby's licensee Virgil Tudor will open the doors to Chatsworth's first Zaxby's restaurant this Monday. Zaxby's, a Southeast favorite for chicken fingers and Buffalo wings, is located at 1015 N. Third Ave.
Wingstop President and CEO James A. Flynn announced today that first quarter comp store sales have increased by 8.9 percent.
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