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CEC Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: CEC) today reported net earnings of $9.9 million for the third quarter ended September 28, 2008, as compared to $15.9 million for the third quarter of 2007. The Company's diluted earnings per share were $0.44 for the...
A proven restaurant executive who helped drive strategic growth for worldwide icons McDonalds and Arby's, has taken the reigns at Stevi B's to put the emerging family pizza buffet concept on the national map.
Famous Dave's of America, Inc. (NASDAQ: DAVE) announced today that it opened its 173rd award-winning barbeque restaurant on October 20, 2008. The new Famous Dave's Legendary Pit Bar-B-Que® restaurant is located at 8820 US 31 South in Greenwood, IN, a.
Doubletree by Hilton(TM), the upscale, full-service brand that is part of the Hilton Family of Hotels, has announced the debut of its first hotel in continental Europe with the opening of the Doubletree by Hilton Milan. This opening heralds the arrival...
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc. (Red Robin) will open its 18th Virginia restaurant in South Manassas, located at 9665 Liberia Ave., located across from the Signal Hill Shopping Center, on Monday, Nov. 3, at 11 a.m. Red Robin serves high-quality gourmet...
Elevation Burger, the rapidly expanding Virginia-based organic burger concept, held a Press Conference on October 14, 2008 at National Harbor. Elevation Burger was hand-picked to be the exclusive burger concept at the spectacular, 300-acre mixed-use...
With America hungry for some positive news, Taco Bell® is giving fans an extra tasty incentive to tune into the 2008 Major League Baseball World Series and cheer for action on the base paths as one player will have the opportunity to steal millions of
Wingstop (www.wingstopfranchise.com), the chicken wing chain that has sold over one billion wings, has announced plans to focus its expansion efforts on the Northeast and spread its award-winning wings into New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts,...
Last week local businessman Kevin Tucker opened 1-800 Radiator of South Dallas. The family owned parts distribution hub is part of a growing network of franchise warehouses opening under the 1-800 Radiator umbrella. From Tucker's store, customers will...
Famous Dave's of America, Inc. (NASDAQ: DAVE) celebrated the Grand Opening of its Algonquin, IL, restaurant on October 13, 2008. Founder "Famous" Dave Anderson was on hand to lead the ceremonies at the opening of the 172nd Famous Dave's Legendary Pit...
Dunkin' Donuts, America's all-day, everyday stop for coffee and baked goods, is celebrating the grand opening of its first "green" store today. The St. Petersburg, Florida restaurant is Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certified and...
  • Oct 17th, 2008
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Extending its leadership position in China, IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) signed a deal with Shimao Group, to open six new hotels under three brands in four cities by 2013.
The Krystal Company today announced that it will open a new, state-of-the-art Krystal restaurant in Tupelo, Miss. on Monday, Oct. 20. Located at 2615 West Main Street, the restaurant officially opens its doors at 6:00 a.m. and will feature advanced...
Kent Gines, a glass service technician for Glass Doctor of St. George, competed in the American Master Installer Auto Glass Championship held Oct. 6-7 in Las Vegas, Nev., in conjunction with the GlassBuild America trade show.
Unicef has saved the lives of more children than any other humanitarian organization in the world.
Sharing strategy and tactics for 2009 and beyond was the primary purpose of the recently completed Applebee's Franchise Business Convention held in Las Vegas. While the agenda was replete with discussions of strategy and opportunities for learning,...
There's a new trend in franchising: lower investments with higher returns.
  • Oct 17th, 2008
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Hyatt Hotels & Resorts announced today it will operate and manage the new 394-room Hyatt Regency Toronto in downtown Toronto on behalf of King Street Enterprises. The hotel, located at 370 King Street West, will open in January 2009 in the center of..
Few business owners wish to open their first entrepreneurial venture during an economic crunch, however, for RetroTax, which recently launched its first franchise location in Atlanta, they say "just bring it on."
  • Oct 17th, 2008
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Batteries Plus, the nation's largest chain focused on the $24 billion battery category serving both retail and commercial customers, has announced the addition of John Twist as Vice President, Franchise and Business Development.
Stevi B's, America's leading value- oriented, family pizza buffet franchise concept, announced today that it has signed a franchise development agreement with UMA Capital Investments, LLC to open 10 new locations along Florida's eastern coast, from...
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Mr. John Q. Hammons' 10-story, 283-suite Embassy Suites(R) Norman – Hotel & Conference Center (www.embassysuitesnorman.com) debuted today at 2501 Conference Drive in Norman, Okla., with $3 million in pre-opening sales, reflecting strong demand.
Sotheby's International Realty Affiliates LLC today announced the opening of Terra Sotheby's International Realty in Limassol, serving the historic Mediterranean country of Cyprus.
Tailgating and college football go hand in hand. Now that college football season is underway, Chili's(R) Grill & Bar is giving fans across the country another reason to get excited about rooting for their favorite team with its 2008 Tailgate Tour.
Spicy Pickle Franchising, Inc. (OTCBB: SPKL) fast casual restaurants announced today that its Bread Garden Urban Cafes, a chain of 11 franchised fast casual restaurants located in the greater Vancouver, Canada area, has signed a lease for a location at...
TWO MEN AND A TRUCK(R) has earned top honors in a recent J.D. Power and Associates study measuring customer satisfaction among full-service moving companies. The Company is the largest independent mover in the nation with more than 200 independent...
Domino's Pizza, Inc. (NYSE: DPZ), the recognized world leader in pizza delivery, today announced results for the third quarter ended September 7, 2008. Net income was negatively impacted versus the prior year quarter by continued challenges in the...
Bookkeeping Express, the first U.S. franchise focused solely on bookkeeping services, announced today that it has signed a pair of area developer agreements with an entrepreneur group operating under the name of Intelligent Bookkeeping to open offices...
Since dogs are such an important part of many kids' lives, Bark Busters, the world's largest dog training company, invites kids and their furry friends to "capture the moment" by participating in the Kid's 'n' Paws photo competition at...
McDonald's recently unveiled a new, in-school achievement program, McDonald's All American Achievers, an opportunity for teachers nationwide to celebrate their top-performing students. With the support of "CSI: NY" star Hill Harper, McDonald's will...

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