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Interim HealthCare, the nation's leading home healthcare franchise, announced today the launch of its new Interim Transitions Services Chronic Care Support Program, to effectively transition patients suffering from chronic diseases from an...

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE:HOT) today announced that its iconic Sheraton brand will open ten new resort properties by the end of 2012.

Maggiano's Little Italy is introducing a new beverage menu, giving guests more options and better value than ever before. With premium offerings at an affordable price, the brand has crafted a happy hour inspired by the Italian-American roots of...

Charley's Grilled Subs, the international Philly Steak Sandwich favorite, is rolling out a Supreme Pizza Steak Sandwich, combining two of America's beloved food items, pizza and cheese steaks, into one sandwich.

Good Earth Coffeehouse and Bakery has baked up a delicious gingerbread holiday treat in support of Habitat for Humanity.

In support of those who have served America, a leading telecommunications provider is offering a cost-effective phone service for veterans embarking on a new business venture.

Online Trading Academy of Colorado received the Timberline Award from Rocky Mountain Performance Excellence at its annual award ceremony on Nov. 4, 2011 in Denver, Colorado.

RadioShack Corp. (NYSE: RSH), a leading national retailer of innovative mobile and personal technology products, services and accessories, has launched a Mobile Product Support service available at no cost to customers who purchase mobile devices,...

From CEO of Atlas Technology Group (OTC:ATYG.PK) and President of Racing Limos America, Inc. James Albion. This is part 1 of a 2-part conversation.

Sometimes, it's the little things that make the biggest difference. When Toppers 30-some locations came together looking to support a common goal, the group settled upon Feeding America(R), the nation's leading domestic hunger-relief charity.

Benihana Inc. (NASDAQ: BNHNA; BNHN), the nation's leading operator of Japanese theme and sushi restaurants, has been given the Gold Award at the 2011 U.S. National Sake Appraisal for its Sho Chiku BaiClassic brand.

Kumon, the world's largest after-school math and reading enrichment program, seeks franchisees to open learning centers in prime northeast markets.

Embassy Suites Hotels, the upscale, all-suites hotel brand, has announced that Redstone Suites, LLC, will build a 165-suite property in the Horn Rapids Golf Community of Richland, Washington.

In his career as a military trainer, Andrew Van Horn developed the leadership skills and training techniques to succeed in virtually any industry. It is fortunate for the business owners in and around Lexington, Kentucky that he chose to use his...

Maui Wowi Hawaiian Coffees and Smoothies, http://www.mauiwowifranchise.com, welcome their newest Franchisee, Paul Harrison, and his wife Martha as they begin to spread the Aloha Spirit in North Carolina.

Nixon Peabody LLP furthered its leadership in managing trusts, estates, and assets of individuals and families in the U.S. and abroad with the move of a significant group of attorneys and staff from Edwards Wildman (formerly Edwards Angell Palmer &...

Johnny Rockets announces the opening of two new restaurants in Seoul, at Gangnam Station and Shinsegae Department Store, and a third at the Yeoju Premium Outlets as part of the company's planned expansion into the Korean market.

Based on the success of its stores in Mexico City, Wingstop today announced the company will add 120 restaurants across Mexico over the next seven years, thanks to a master franchise agreement with WIS Master S.A. de C.V.

Terry Williams found a lasting connection with his late father through the launch of his Fresh Coat Painters franchise to serve Lexington and surrounding Central Kentucky communities.

Everybody knows the outlandish combination of chunks and swirls that put Ben & Jerry

SNR Denton has successfully helped First Data Corporation, a global leader in electronic commerce and payment processing, obtain approval from European Data Protection regulators for its Binding Corporate Rules for data privacy (BCRs).

Massage Envy Warrington and Massage Envy Spa North Wales is happy to introduce their holiday packages and specials, running now until December 31st. Customers can get great deals on facials and massages in Warrington, Philadelphia, PA, combined...

Yogurtland, the premium frozen yogurt brand that pioneered the self-serve, pay-per-ounce model, is bringing back a holiday tradition with their festive 12 Days of Yuletide Yumminess promotion.

After nearly a year of in-store testing, Saladworks' updated catering options are ready for public debut. Beginning this month, the new, expanded menu rolls out in stores.

Heading back to school looks like just the right place for today's entrepreneurs to put their precious resources. No, not enrolling in one, but investing in one with Children

In less than five years, Oxi Fresh Carpet Cleaning(R) has become one of the nation's fastest growing environmentally-friendly carpet cleaning service franchises, growing to more than 235 locations across the United States with many more in...

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE:HOT) has reached an agreement with PT. Tiara Raya Bali International, a company of Ristia Group, to develop Le M

Carlson, a global hospitality and travel company, today announced an agreement between Carlson Hotels and Clean the World Global LLC, a social enterprise committed to saving lives and protecting our planet, to collect and recycle hotel soaps,...

H&R Block (NYSE: HRB) announced today it has appointed Susan Ehrlich as president, financial services, effective Nov. 21. In this role she will oversee the H&R Block Bank strategy and several other financial service offerings, including the Emerald...

H&R Block Inc. (NYSE: HRB) will hold its investor conference in New York City at 8:15 a.m. EST on Thursday, December 8. H&R Block's senior leaders will outline the company's growth strategies and outlook.

NOVUS Glass, the inventor of windshield repair, is proud to welcome their newest franchisee, Cynthia Lutgen and her husband Jeremy, to their NOVUS Franchise Network.

Toys″R″Us(R)announced that its stores nationwide will open their doors at 9pm on Thanksgiving night to welcome Black Friday shoppers as they kick off the holiday shopping season.

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, Inc. (NASDAQ: RMCF) (the ″Company″), which franchises gourmet chocolate and confection stores and manufactures premium chocolates and other confectionery products, today announced that its Board of...

The Wendy's Company (NYSE: WEN) announced today a change in its executive management team. David Karam, President of North America, will be leaving the Company, effective as of the end of 2011.

Ruskin Moscou Faltischek, P.C. announced today that it hosted a breakfast seminar entitled Corporate Governance Revisited: How the Rules of Engagement Are Changing for Companies and Their Boards, to a capacity audience on Wednesday, November 9, 2011...

The ServiceMaster Company recently reported its third quarter 2011 financial results through the filing of its Form 10-Q and Form 8-K. Additionally, the Company has scheduled a conference call to discuss its financial and operating results on...

This is the first year that Dickey's Barbecue introduced its signature slow-smoked meats and assortment of tasty home-style sides in Highlands Ranch, CO.

Marble Slab Creamery and MaggieMoo's Ice Cream and Treatery will celebrate National Cupcake Day on Thursday, December 15, 2011 by giving customers one free ice cream cupcake from 4 to 7pm.

Massage Envy, the pioneer and national leader of professional, affordable and convenient massage and spa services, and the Houston community came together on World Arthritis Day, October 12th, to raise 16,987.51 during their Healing Hands for...

Fiesta Auto Insurance, the nation's only insurance and tax preparation franchise business, today announced it was selected by the National Minority Franchising Initiative (NMFI) as one of the nation

Employee performance is an issue that concerns every entrepreneur. While a high employee-turnover rate can be costly to a business, so is having employees who don't work up to their potential, or who have lackluster job performance.

Domino's Pizza (NYSE: DPZ), the recognized world leader in pizza delivery, is gearing up to raise

Children of America is excited to announce that the Doc Stone location in Virginia is now a part of a child care program organized by a collaborative effort between the National Association of Child Care Resource & Referral Agencies (NACCRRA) and...

Hyatt and TNT are joining forces on a unique and exciting opportunity for fans of TNT's hit dramas The Closer and Rizzoli & Isles.

In 2012, Michigan builder Gary Jurkovich's business will celebrate its fifth year of constructing spec and custom homes. To celebrate his continued company growth, he plans to build 55 new homes.

Aaron's, Inc. (NYSE: AAN), a lease-to-own retailer specializing in the sales and lease ownership of residential furniture, consumer electronics, home appliances and accessories, announced today that John C. Portman has resigned from its board of...

The Weichert Family of Companies recently announced the start of the 33rd Annual Weichert Toy Drive. Members of the community are invited to drop off new, unwrapped toys at each of the company

Cousins Subs(R) located at 1150 Miller Park Way in West Milwaukee will host a book drive beginning Friday, Nov. 18 to collect books for a local school library in need. Guests who donate a book from the list of needed books will receive a coupon for...

People of Gresham get ready to eat some great barbecue at Dickey's Barbecue Pit. If you live anywhere near 124 NE Third Street, then you need to stop by and enjoy any of Dickey's eight signature slow-smoked meats and ten sides.

On Friday November 18th, Massage Envy Spa Verona will be hosting a Murad Healthy Skin Event from 2:30 to 6:30pm. A professional Murad Skin Technician will be providing guests with free skin consultations and sample Murad products.

Cousins Subs(R) at 706 W. Northland Avenue in Appleton will host a pet food drive to benefit the Fox Valley Humane Association from Monday, Nov. 14 through Sunday, December 4.

Famous Dave's of America, Inc. (Nasdaq:DAVE) announces the opening of the Company's second South Dakota restaurant in Rapid City.

It's only fitting that Outback Steakhouse, a longtime supporter of U.S. military troops and their families, chose today, Veterans Day, to announce a sponsorship agreement with Stewart-Haas Racing (SHR) and the No. 39 team of driver Ryan Newman,...

Motel 6 is continuing to build its online presence with the announcement of the Motel 6 App for AndroidTM, now available on the Android Market.

Cousins Subs(R) will welcome guests to its new Eau Claire location at 2605 Golf Rd. with a 'Teachers Making it Better' contest.

Dunkin' Brands Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: DNKN), the parent company of Dunkin' Donuts and Baskin-Robbins, announced today that J.P. Morgan Securities LLC, Barclays Capital Inc. and Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC, the lead book-running managers in the...

Crestline Hotels & Resorts, Inc. today announced its appointment as the management company for the new Hotel Indigo, IHG's (InterContinental Hotels Group) upscale boutique brand, being built on Broad Street in downtown Newark.

Unisys Corporation (NYSE: UIS) today announced that its Australian and New Zealand subsidiaries have signed agreements with McDonald's to provide end-user IT support services to McDonald's restaurants across Australia, New Zealand and the South...

Coverall Health-Based Cleaning System, a leading franchisor of commercial cleaning businesses, honors America's military veterans on Veterans Day and the rest of the year by providing incentives, training and innovative franchise models to help...

UFood Restaurant Group, Inc. (OTCBB: UFFC) announced that the company is testing a line of four new Naan Flatbread Sandwich menu items. UFood is simultaneously conducting customer surveys to gauge satisfaction with taste, value and quality.

Powering ahead in Asia Pacific, Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) today announced it has surpassed the 200th hotel milestone with a flurry of recent openings in China, India, Thailand and Malaysia. Starwood continues to widen its...

As International Franchise Association (IFA) businesses honor America's returning servicemen and women with increased employment opportunities and ownership incentives this Veteran's Day, franchisor WIN Home Inspection is taking the IFA's...

On Sunday November 13th thousands of participants will meet at Reverchon Park to take part in PurpleStride DFW 2011 a 5K run and 1-mile awareness run/walk to support the fight against pancreatic cancer. There will be music, kids activities and...

Give Limeades for Learning voters an A+ for awesomeness. They voted in record numbers for their favorite teachers' projects throughout the fall as part of SONIC Drive-In's annual national cause initiative, resulting in 1,471 projects funded and...

Today, OLO Online Ordering announced the newest user of its powerful mobile ordering platform, http://www.coldstonecakes.mobi.

RE/MAX agents worldwide will soon be pulling out their Apple iPads when meeting with prospective home sellers, using one of the real estate industry's first iPad Apps for listing presentations called RE/MAX Presenter, an innovative and intuitive...