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Beef 'O' Brady's, the fast growing franchise best known for its signature Buffalo-style chicken wings and the ties it builds with local communities, announced today its first overseas development agreement in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and Bahrain.

Sonic Corp. (NASDAQ/NM: SONC), the nation's largest chain of drive-in restaurants, today announced that the company will present at the 14th Annual ICR XChange Conference on Wednesday, January 11, 2012 at the Fontainebleau Hotel in Miami, FL. The...

Armed with a refreshed menu and new prototype design, Tampa-based Beef 'O' Brady's , the 213-unit franchise of family sports pubs & restaurants best known for great food and the ties it builds with its communities, has identified Morristown as a...

Volvo Construction Equipment Rents, Inc. (Volvo Rents), a worldwide provider of small-to-medium sized construction equipment, is partnering with Homes for Our Troops in 2012 for the second straight year.

Tampa’s BlueGrace Logistics’ involvement in sponsoring MMA fighters for Ultimate Fighting Championship(R) (UFC) bouts continues with sponsorships of four contenders in matchups this weekend during the biggest UFC pay-per-view event of...

Rhea Lana’s Children’s Consignment, Inc. is “The Nation’s Premiere Children’s Consignment Event Venue” and has experienced incredible growth since the company began selling franchises in 2008.

Friday's is taking that Friday feeling and extending it to New Year's Eve. What better place to start the New Year off right?

Zippy Shell USA, LLC. a company with a fresh concept in mobile self-storage, is growing and the company’s latest franchise operation is now announced in Texas.

If your New Year’s resolution is to eat hearty and be merry, then check out the new $4.29 Jumbo Deal at Jack in the Box(R).

Smashburger, the nation’s fastest growing “better burger” restaurant, brings its fresh approach to burgers to Sandy Springs with the opening of the fifth Atlanta-area location on Wednesday, December 28, 2011 at 6080 Roswell Road.

Dahn Yoga & Health Centers, Inc., a leader in health and wellness, is happy to honor its Buckhead, Georgia, location as the Center of the Month for December 2011.

Now Massage Envy Spa Saugus is able to provide persons with disabilities that same experience with specialized hydraulic massage tables which allow easy access for persons with disabilities.

The New Year is a great time for businesses to look at last year's expense reports to see where they can save money on their office supply budgets. Cartridge World, the country's largest printer cartridge retailer, is helping office managers find...

Baby Boomers, who once said "don't trust anyone over 30," now think old age doesn't start until 77, according to a study by Marist Institute for Public Opinion conducted for Home Instead Senior Care.

Research sponsored by AdviCoach sites a short, but compelling list of dangers that typically cause business failure and that are prevalent across the board, in all businesses, independent of industry or sector.

Sonic Corp. (NASDAQ: SONC), the nation's largest chain of drive-in restaurants, today announced that it will release results for the quarter ended November 30, 2011 after the market close on January 4, 2012.

Swisher Hygiene Inc. ("Swisher Hygiene") (Nasdaq:SWSH) (TSX:SWI), a leading provider of essential hygiene and sanitation products and services, today announced it has acquired certain solid waste and recycling assets of FSR Transporting &...

Pizza lovers resolving to be healthier in 2012 have a gut-friendly fast food choice in Naked Pizza, the growing pizza franchise boasting 1/3 less calories than other leading pizza options.

Meraki, the leader in Cloud Networking, and Accor North America today announced the completion of a nationwide WiFi deployment across all of Accor North America's Motel 6 and Studio 6 properties.

Max Muscle Sports Nutrition, the nation’s leading sports nutrition retail franchise has a deeply found passion for being an agent of change for consumers and its business owners alike.

Maui Wowi Hawaiian, http://www.mauiwowifranchise.com, a gourmet Hawaiian coffee and fresh fruit smoothie company, welcomes Salah Abdulameer to the ‘Ohana, (family).

ed Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc., (NASDAQ: RRGB), today announced that the Company will be presenting at the 14th Annual ICR XChange Conference on Wednesday, January 11, 2012

This month, in support of Dutch Bros.' mantra "make a difference one cup at a time," the company's customers helped raise $93,000 to benefit regional nonprofits.

Home Care Assistance of Greater Chicago, a leading provider of non-medical, in-home care for seniors, is excited to announce a new addition to the Kenilworth team, Loryn Kogan.

Little Caesars(R) Pizza is celebrating the Little Caesars Pizza Bowl(R) with a special offer for football fans and pizza lovers across the country.

Flip Flop Shops continues to ride up the rankings of Entrepreneur magazine’s Franchise 500(R) list, coming in at No. 297 in the publication’s 33rd annual ranking.

In time for the holidays, Cookies by Design, known as “the original cookie bouquetIM company,” opened today a corporate-owned retail location in North Dallas.

The national full-service auto repair and maintenance franchise, which is 100 percent ESA® Certified Eco-Friendly, is speeding into 2012 with high-performance franchise growth plans.

A significant phase in the Steamboat Unbridled redevelopment plan was recently completed at Steamboat Springs Ski Resort. A new Promenade was unveiled last month at the ski base area just outside the Torian Plum condominium resort.

Curves, the fitness franchise designed exclusively for women, has developed Curves Complete, a simple, easy-to-follow weight-loss plan that combines the three keys to taking off weight and keeping it off: diet, exercise and motivation.

A reason to believe in tough times – it's something millions of Americans yearn for right now. That flash of optimism that can ignite confidence, the will to persevere, a new idea, a fresh outlook and, just maybe, the inspiration to transform...

Chili's(R) Grill & Bar takes digital integration to the next level by expanding the guest experience beyond the four walls of the restaurant and right into the palm of their hands. With an estimated 142 million smart phones sold this holiday...

First Watch, the Bradenton, Florida-based Breakfast, Brunch and Lunch restaurant company, has signed a franchisee agreement with Holland Rosen Group, LLC to expand into the Lexington and Louisville markets. The first restaurant location is expected...

Watermill Express, the nation’s largest provider of drive-up, pure drinking water, will provide pure drinking water for the 8th Annual Run to Remember on Saturday, Jan. 7, from 7 to 10 a.m. at the Verrado Community in Buckeye, Ariz.

The national educational toy store franchise Learning Express, winner of the 2011 Franchise Business Review Specialty Retail Category, announced the establishment of 16 new franchise stores in the last quarter of 2011.

Quiznos, one of the nation's premier quick-service restaurant chains and pioneer of the toasted sandwich, today announced that the Company has reached agreement with a significant majority of its first- and second-lien lenders on a consensual...

The Wendy’s CompanTM today announced the grand opening of the first joint venture Wendy’s(R) restaurant in Japan, located in Tokyo’s Omotesando area.

With more than 35,800 individually owned and operated locations, this year Subway became the world’s largest restaurant chain in terms of number of locations, and was just named the top ranked restaurant brand in Entrepreneur...

Armed with a refreshed menu and new prototype design, Tampa-based Beef ‘O’ Brady’s, the 213-unit franchise of family sports pubs & restaurants best known for great food and the ties it builds with its communities, has...

IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) [LON: IHG, NYSE: IHG (ADRs)] announces the opening of the new Holiday Inn North Phoenix, which recently underwent a conversion from a Ramada Plaza hotel.

A family-focused company that employs over 350 team members serving more than 1800 children through eleven centers across New Jersey in Bergen, Hunterdon, Middlesex, Morris, Monmouth and Union counties is proud to announce the opening of its...

Allison+Partners has been chosen as the public relations agency of record for ERA® Real Estate, franchising leader in the residential real estate industry.

Mr. Rooter Plumbing uses Wally the Wrench in The Drip Game on Facebook to promote being Water-Wise™ in real life.

Dickey's Barbecue Pit in Houston is now open and ready to begin serving delicious barbecue.

Matco Tools is pleased to announce that its Matco Tools Franchise was named the best franchise in the "Tools Distribution Category" and 26th overall in Entrepreneur's 33nd Annual Franchise 500(R).

TWO MEN AND A TRUCK®, the nation's largest independently-owned moving company, has landed on Entrepreneur magazine's 2012 Franchise 500® list.

Dickey's Barbecue Pit in Petal is now open and ready to begin serving delicious barbecue.

A All Animal Control is pleased to announce the grand opening of its new Phoenix, Arizona office on January 15, 2011.

Alert your taste buds! Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc. (Red Robin) is just weeks away from bringing even more craveable gourmet burgers to the Los Angeles area, with the opening of their newest Red Robin.

BookKeeping Express was ranked 405 in Entrepreneur’s 33rd Annual “Franchise 500,” the world’s most comprehensive franchise ranking after only its second year of franchising.

Australian-born Cafe2U, the world’s largest mobile coffee franchise is launching in Tasmania in 2012. Searching for franchisees in three Tasmanian territories, Cafe2U currently has over 117 franchises located across Australia, and 180...

Racing Limos America, Inc., a subsidiary of Atlas Technology Group (OTC: ATYG), is expecting continued revenue growth through Q4 2011 and into 2012.

Weight Watchers International, Inc. (NYSE: WTW) today announced that Ann Sardini has informed the Company of her decision to retire from the Company effective June 29, 2012.

Stephen Adamo, president of Weichert Financial Services, is pleased to announce that David McCormick has joined the company as senior vice president and head of mortgage sales.

Beginning in the new year, Park Hyatt Masters of Food & Wine, a global series of seasonally- and locally-inspired culinary weekend workshops will make its official debut at all 27 Park Hyatt hotels.

Caring Senior Service, a national in-home care provider for seniors, has been named one of the top 500 franchises in the United States, ranking No. 342 in Entrepreneur Magazine’s Franchise 500.

Gold’s Gym, the world’s leading authority on health and fitness, today announced the opening of its newest facility located at 4450 Oakhurst Blvd. in Harrisburg, Pa.

Home Care Assistance of Greater Charleston, a leading provider of in-home care for seniors, is proud to announce Ryan Coker as the new District Manager.

Ruby Tuesday, Inc. (NYSE:RT), will host its quarterly conference call to discuss second quarter earnings results on Thursday, January 5,2012 at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time.

Jan-Pro Franchising International, Inc. (Jan-Pro), an established global leader in commercial cleaning, today announced the brand is completing 2011 with one of the strongest records of leadership achievement ever in the company’s history.

Christmas came early for Anthony and Amber Pearson with a whirlwind home makeover provided by Fresh Coat Painters of San Antonio.

ABRA Auto Body & Glass Expands Franchise Operations into Fort Dodge, Iowa.

Denny's Corporation (NASDAQ: DENN), one of America's largest full-service family restaurant chains, today announced a loan program to support Denny's domestic unit growth.

Papa Murphy’s International (PMI) announced today that its Company Stores Division, Papa Murphy’s Company Stores, Inc., has acquired 20 Papa Murphy’s Take ‘N’ Bake Pizza stores.

During Expedia CruiseShipCenters’ National Conference’s concluding keynote, Dondra Ritzenthaler, Senior Vice President, Sales for Celebrity Cruises, delivered a compelling presentation about the necessity of Finishing Strong in both...

As nearly 90 percent of 40 million senior citizens wish to remain independent in their home, Direct Link, a national provider of home healthcare technology and an affiliate of Home Helpers is excited to announce the expansion of its product lines...

Le Duff America Inc., owner of Bruegger’s, announces co-CEO James Greco will step down as of Dec. 27, 2011, to pursue other opportunities.

F.C. Dadson is very excited to introduce Joei Vander Kooy as the newest member of its sales team. She brings to the company over 15 years of sales experience with an emphasis in retail and restaurants.

Massage Envy Spa Hillsborough offers countless services to the surrounding community, including aromatherapy, deep tissue, and Swedish massages in Hillsborough, New Jersey.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) and Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company (ADNEC) today announced the opening of Hyatt Capital Gate Abu Dhabi – located at the city’s premium business address on the top floors of the iconic Capital...