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Colortyme, America’s oldest franchisor of independently owned-and-operated rent-to-own stores, today announced the appointment of Cathy Skula to president and CEO, effective January 1, 2012.

easyhome Ltd. (TSX:EH) announced that Rodney Adams, James Bowland, Walter (Bud) Gates, Steven Richardson, and G. Wesley Voorheis resigned today as directors of the Company. Donald K. Johnson, Chairman of the Board, said: "We thank the departing...

Tim Tebow will channel his passion for winning on the football field to help Pizza Hut and the BOOK IT! Reading Program motivate children to read more and develop a lifelong love of reading.

On the heels of the company’s recent mobile application launch, Money Mailer, a proven leader in the U.S. direct marketing industry, has introduced a new user-friendly Facebook page to provide consumers with another way to save money.

IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) [Lon: IHG; NYSE: IHG (ADRs)], today announced the expansion of booking solutions across the Android platform with the Priority Club(R) Rewards app for Kindle Fire, Google TV and AndroidTM Tablets.

Realogy Corporation, a leading provider of real estate and relocation services, today reiterated that the National Association of Realtors' (NAR) downward revision of national existing home sale survey data from 2007 to present day will have no...

Michael Gai has been named Vice President of Operations at Glass Doctor, following the recent promotion of Mark Liston to President.

The Maids ranks 43 overall on the prestigious Entrepreneur 2012 Franchise 500 list and holds the top spot in its category.

Dipped in premium-quality milk chocolate and shredded coconut, this chocolate filled muffin is – like all Muffin Break products – baked-fresh in-store daily.

Southern California is known for fast cars, glitz and glamor but sometimes you just need a break from all the hustle and bustle. That’s what new Maui Wowi Hawaiian Franchise owners, Kari Smedley and Kris Nelson envision providing for their...

The Melting Pot Restaurants, Inc. (http://www.meltingpot.com), the premier fondue restaurant franchise, has welcomed its two millionth member into its Club Fondue email marketing program.

Watermill Express, the nation’s largest provider of drive-up, pure drinking water, will provide pure drinking water for the 7th Annual New Year’s Day 5K on Sunday, Jan. 1, from 8 to 10 a.m., held at Papago Park at 455 N. Galvin Parkway...

Carlson, a privately held, global hospitality and travel company, today announced that its World Headquarters earned the U.S. Green Building Council’s (USGBC) LEED Silver level certification for Existing Buildings.

With Hanukkah starting today and just five shopping days 'til Christmas, time is ticking away for shoppers looking for a great deal on last-minute gifts.

Indianapolis residents no longer need to travel far and wide for the ultimate 3-D play experience, as Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park, creator of the world's first all-trampoline walled playing court, announced its grand opening on December 12.

CruiseOne Gerber & Associates today announced that team member Wendy Himmel has been designated as a Disney Specialist.

DoubleTree by Hilton has announced the addition of its latest hotel location in the Southwest U.S.: the DoubleTree by Hilton Santa Fe in New Mexico.

The Keg Royalties Income Fund (the "Fund") (TSX:KEG.UN) today announced that its January 2012 distribution of $0.08 cents per unit has been declared and is payable to unitholders of record as at December 31, 2011.

Fresh Coat Painters has expanded its operations in Ohio with the launch of Dee Moultrie’s franchise to serve New Albany, Gahanna, Reynoldsburg, Groveport, Canal Winchester, Ashville, South Bloomfield and other communities east of Columbus.

Motel 6 locations throughout the U.S. and Canada collected more than 5,400 teddy bears as part of the chain’s fourth-annual Great Teddy Bear Roundup.

After seasons of preparation, Beef 'O' Brady's will claim home court advantage in San Antonio, TX on December 19, 2011.

Complete Nutrition, the nation’s fastest growing franchise in the retail supplement segment, has announced the launch of CTS360™ Clinical, a 60 day weight loss supplement system designed to increase energy levels and help individuals...

Buffalo Wings & Rings (BW&R) gives the gift of wings to all its Facebook fans this holiday season, and extends the invitation for all of them to do the same.

Spicy Pickle Franchising, Inc. (OTCQB: SPKL) (PINKSHEETS: SPKL), the Denver-based fast-casual restaurant franchising company, partnered with both Food Bank of the Rockies and Mix 100 FM to help fight hunger during the holidays.

As part of an aggressive expansion plan, Children of America will open a new school in Chestnut Hill, Pennsylvania. Located in a former Borders bookstore, the Chestnut Hill location is Children of America's largest facility to date.

Steamatic, Inc. is experiencing huge gains in domestic and international growth withfranchises opening in Fort Worth, Texas and Newport Beach, California, as well as France, Australia and Canada.

Oxi Fresh, an environmentally friendly carpet cleaning franchise, was recently ranked in the September issue of Inc. magazine’s annual “Inc. 500/5000” list, earning the #80 spot on their list for Consumer Products and Services.

As part of its aggressive franchise growth plan to bring back the roadside diner experience across the country, 5 & Diner has announced strategic relationships with retail commercial real estate service provider Cassidy Turley and retail...

Warm the hearts of friends, loved ones or even the mailman with a cool gift from Baskin-Robbins, the world's largest chain of ice cream specialty shops, by giving the gift of ice cream.

aring Senior Service, a national in-home care provider for seniors, has announced that it has awarded its Collin County, TX franchise territory to Parrish and Delia Potts.

Houston-area residents have another option for purchasing used cars now that a new J.D. Byrider location is open at 11222 Southwest Freeway.

Home Care Assistance of Michigan, the leading provider of in-home care senior services throughout the southeastern region of the state, announced today that they were acquired by Lutheran Social Services of Michigan.

Armed with a refreshed menu and store design, Atlanta-based Boneheads Grilled Fish and Piri Piri Chicken, best known for their unique, light menu, has recently unveiled their new store design and detailed plans for rapid expansion in the U.S.

The nation’s leading franchised provider of vehicle window tinting and auto accessories, Tint World, has recently awarded a new three-store franchise license, allowing the franchise to open new locations in Greenville, Fayetteville, and...

A Gainesville business owner’s mutually-beneficial partnership with Haven Hospice has resulted in charitable donations of $50,000 in 2011, an amount equivalent to half of the franchise’s annual revenue.

In support of "Operations Enduring Opportunity," a campaign sponsored by The White House and The International Franchise Association (IFA), the 250 franchise business coaches of The Entrepreneur's Source (TES) are reaching out to help our veterans...

Hungry for barbecue? Then you need to go to the new Dickey's Barbecue Pit in Balch Springs.

It's almost the New Year, and, if you're a typical college or university student, that means just a few months until graduation and when you move up in the ranks from sophomore to junior, or junior to senior. It also means time to start thinking...

November home sales were 8.1% higher than sales in November 2010, according to The RE/MAX Monthly Housing Report, a survey of housing data from 53 metropolitan areas.

Dickey's Barbecue Pit is now open in Mission. Local franchise owner, Luis Ortiz swings open his doors and serves the local community delicious barbecue.

The good news is that there are healthy vending machines available that are completely stocked with guilt-free, healthy options, and many schools and businesses are opting for a vending machine makeover.

Massage Envy, the pioneer and national leader of affordable, professional and convenient massage and spa services, announced today that the company has performed its 500,000th facial.

IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) [LON: IHG, NYSE: IHG (ADRs)] announces the opening of the new Holiday Inn Express Atlanta I-85 Clairmontafter a $1.4 million conversion from a Wingate by Wyndham hotel.

Toys "R" Us, Inc. is pleased to announce that its third quarter 2011 Lender Conference Call to discuss the financial results of Toys "R" Us.

Stacey Merrell and Marcy Leffingwell, the moms who run the Just Between Friends event in Springfield, believe in giving back and being involved in their community by helping families save and make money in this tough economy.

Smashburger, the nation’s fastest growing “better burger” restaurant and Phoenix’s Best Burger, as voted by the readers of Phoenix New Times, is set to open its newest Valley location.

Smashburger, the nation’s fastest growing “better burger” concept, is pleased to announce Winterfest.

According to Steve Caldeira, CEO of the International Franchising Association, in regards to successful businesses, franchising is doing better than most industries due to its proven business model with 40 percent growth over the past decade.

Cousins Subs(R) today announced that 47 of its stores in the Madison, Milwaukee and Fox Valley regions raised a total of $12,544 for the Wisconsin Chapter of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) through a coupon campaign.

Give a gift with taste this holiday season and pick up Little Caesars(R) Pizza gift cards for all the special people on your list.

Harvest Partners, LP (“Harvest”), a New York-based private equity firm, announced today that it has completed the acquisition of Driven Brands, Inc. (“Driven” or the “Company”), in partnership with management,...

Scott Griffiths has cast his golden touch on another breakthrough brand: a stroke of genius that reflects a shining symbol of excellence.

DTT Surveillance announced an exclusive surveillance partnership with Cold Stone Creamery Franchisee, Four Dips, LLC. The installations at all Wisconsin based Four Dips’ restaurants were recently completed, concluding the enterprise-wide...

Great American Cookiesannounced today that the brand has launched its first-ever search for the "Great American Love Story." To enter the contest, participants are asked to share, in 200 words or less, their special love story.

Chester's has added twelve more stores this holiday season, allowing travel weary and last minute shoppers a convenient, consumer friendly place to take a break and get a bite to eat. This brings the total number of new stores for the company to...

CMIT Solutions, a leading managed service IT provider for small businesses, has unveiled a new package that will transform the way small businesses communicate and operate.

The Arby’s Foundation has contributed over $2 million to the No Kid Hungry Campaign, a national effort to end childhood hunger in America.

Convinced that great tasting food requires slow, careful preparation, in 2008 Popeyes(R) Louisiana Kitchen, a division of AFC Enterprises, Inc. (NASDAQ: AFCE), embarked on a comprehensive brand transformation that emphasized its almost four decades...

ERA Real Estate, a leading global real estate franchisor, today announced the signing of a 25-year master franchise agreement that will expand the brand into Brazil.

Children of America is expanding, once again, with the opening of the new Orland Park school in Illinois. Located in City Place in the highly trafficked LaGrange area, the new location is expected to flourish in the surrounding community.

Co-owners of the new Dickey's Barbecue Pit in Woodbury, Dave Mueller and Cory Sessions, are ready to serve the surrounding community delicious barbecue.

Park Inn by Radisson Sofia has pledged its support for children from the Asen Zlatarov Orphanage in the town of Vratsa, 130 km NW from Sofia.

Dickey's Barbecue Pit is now serving delicious barbecue in Flowood. This new location opened its doors today, December 16th.

With the high winds, freezing rain, and snow that old man winter brings comes power outages, and with power outages comes a need for generators and generator maintenance. But which generator can meet the demands of your home or business?

Recent changes to the HOPE scholarship make it crucial that Georgia's children focus not only on graduating from high school, but on graduating with strong grades and the academic skills and confidence necessary for college success.