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Dickey's Barbecue Pit, the fastest growing barbecue restaurant in the country, opens in Sandy Springs today at 6631 Roswell Road.

Aaron's, Inc. (NYSE: AAN), the nation's leader in the sales and lease ownership and specialty retailing of residential furniture, consumer electronics, home appliances and accessories, today announced that it has acquired eight stores from Buzz's...

The SUBWAY(R) restaurant chain, an industry leader in providing healthier options for consumers, announced the opening of five new "Green" SUBWAY(R) Eco-Restaurants - with more on the way - each designed with environmentally friendly aspects to...

Red Roof Inns, Inc. has recapitalized the ownership of its assets with support from experienced hospitality industry partners, positioning the company for strong profitable growth, robust development and expansion. This capitalization includes...

This year, the American Cancer Society estimates over 230,000 new cases of invasive breast cancer will be diagnosed in women.

Recognized as a dominant force in U.S. business development with more than 25 years of experience supporting growth-focused franchise companies, The Entrepreneur's Source (TES) announced today the expansion of its international division. Focused on...

Three of the top Business Coaches in the history of ActionCOACH were inducted into the ActionCOACH Hall of Fame during the company's Annual Global Conference, held at the Fontainebleau Hotel in Miami, including Ben Fewtrell of New South Wales,...

Little Caesars Pizza just got even more convenient! The worlds largest carry out chain today announced it launched a new, handy, free iPhone app.

Studio 6, known for putting more in your room and less on your bill, announces the completion of its renovated location in Seattle – Mountlake Terrace. The Mountlake Terrace location is the first Studio 6 in North America to showcase the...

TCBY (www.tcby.com), the leading frozen yogurt concept, announced today it has expanded its footprint in the greater Hartford area with a new store now open in Glastonbury. The franchise owners of the new location are Mark and Lisa Arnold, who also...

Saladworks, the nation's number-one fresh salad franchise, opened its fifth Delaware store in the Millcreek Shopping Center at 4565-4567 Kirkwood Highway on Tuesday, August 30.

EVOS®, fast-casual restaurants with an earth-friendly attitude, announced today that it will continue to further the growth of the EVOS Healthy Kids Lunch Program at public and private schools in all markets this school year.

Kids at Beef 'O' Brady's are feelin' lucky, and if they play their cards right, their schools could soon sport the luck of the Irish too. Beef 'O' Brady's, the restaurant chain made famous for its Buffalo-style chicken wings and community...

Fresh Healthy Vending, the healthy food vending machine company that is revolutionizing the industry, announces the launch of the Fresh and Healthy Initiative. This new organization's mission is to replace 2,000 junk-food vending machines with...

EagleRider, the world's largest motorcycle rental and touring company, announced the opening of its newest location in Holland, just outside Amsterdam, the Dutch capitol. The new location will be owned by local entrepreneurs Anne Tattersall and...

Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG) has produced a new stop-motion animated short film called "Back to the Start" that depicts a farmer's journey to sustainable farming. The film -- a first for Chipotle -- was directed by London-based Johnny Kelly...

The Select Family of Staffing Companies, headquartered in Santa Barbara, is the big winner at the 2011 American Staffing Association Staffing VOICE Awards competition.

Entering its second year of outreach, Arms Around Family Caregivers is excited to announce its second annual Pillar of Strength Award program.

Three of the top Business Coaches in the world were inducted into the ActionCOACH Hall of Fame during the company's 2011 Annual Global Conference, which was held at the Fontainebleau Hotel in Miami. Latin America Master Licensee Alejandro de Gyves...

This Labor Day, Bruegger's is making it easier for guests to enjoy an extra-long, work-free weekend. The neighborhood bakery will sell its popular Big Bagel Bundles, an easy option to help feed families and out-of-town guests throughout the holiday,...

As part of its ongoing mission to enhance dog ownership by improving the emotional bond between humans and their canine companions, Bark Busters, the world's largest dog training company, has pooled the collective experience of its U.S. trainers to...

Domino's Pizza (NYSE: DPZ), the recognized world leader in pizza delivery, today announced that it has refranchised 30 company-owned stores in Atlanta to four local owner-operators. The change of ownership took place today.

Quiznos, pioneer of the toasted sandwich and one of the nation's premier quick service restaurant (QSR) chains, today announced a new master franchise agreement to bring Quiznos to Northern and Western India. Part of the company's international...

Cybertary, the first and only virtual assisting franchise serving North American businesses with affordable back office support, announced today that it has selected Hireology, the leader in interview and selection management, as its system-wide...

Famous Dave's of America, Inc. (Nasdaq:DAVE) announces it has opened its newest award-winning Bar-B-Que restaurant in Falls Church, Virginia at 370 West Broad Street. Today's opening marks the tenth Famous Dave's location in Virginia and is the 53rd...

Jack O'Connell, owner of Paul Davis Restoration of Kane, Kendall, and West Cook Counties has announced that his company will support The Scott J. Baran Agency of American Family Insurance 2nd Annual Shriners fundraiser to be held at Douglas Street...

RE/MAX Commercial, a division of the Denver-based franchise company RE/MAX, LLC, continues to expand, opening its first commercial-only office in Latin America in Bogota, Columbia. Also, two new commercial divisions were added in Spain and Belize.

Chuck Lennon, president of TeamLogic IT, a nationwide network of outsourced information technology (IT) service providers, has been selected for the third consecutive year as a Top Managed Services Expert on the Nine Lives Media Inc. Fourth Annual...

With the annual passage of children back to classrooms underway, SONIC Drive-In is renewing its commitment to education with the official launch of the 2011 Limeades for Learning campaign.

The RE/MAX office in Skokie, Ill., has been purchased by Mark Feyman and Ivana Shudnow, both real estate veterans. The office, which was purchased in late July, will remain for the time being at 3947 Dempster St. Formerly called RE/MAX 1st Class...

Zoup! Fresh Soup Company, a leader in the soup segment of the fast-casual industry, has named Clyde Manion as Purchasing Specialist. With more than 30 years of experience in the food industry, Manion is joining the Zoup! corporate team and will be...

Moose sightings in Evansville just spiked with the August 26th opening of Indiana's first and newest Smiling Moose Deli at 724 N. Burkhardt Road, across from Krispy Kreme Doughnuts. Smiling Moose Deli opened the Vail Valley store in 2003, and over...

Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC celebrates its 105th birthday, reflecting on the history of the brand and the changes to the real estate industry since the founding of the company on August 27, 1906 in San Francisco.

The world's number one business and executive coaching firm, ActionCOACH, awarded Peter Boolkah from East Anglia, Great Britain with the award for Best Client Results at its Global Conference held at the Fontainebleau Hotel in Miami, Florida.

Shell Mobile Self Storage is headed south; to Birmingham, Alabama, to be exact. A franchise agreement has just been signed with Zippy Shell USA, LLC to offer door-to-door mobile self-storage throughout Greater Birmingham area. Zippy Shell of...

Vanguard Cleaning Systems, Inc., a leading commercial cleaning franchisor, continues to expand in the United States by awarding the Dallas Master Franchise rights to Chris Gilliam.

Dickey's Barbecue Pit, the fastest growing barbecue restaurant in the country, opens today in Conroe at 1418 N. Loop 336 West.

In an effort to unite Quiznos Restaurant franchise owners, we are pleased to formally announce the formation of the Quiznos Franchisee Association (QZFA). QZFA will provide Quiznos franchise owners a platform to advocate for improved profitability,...

The Dwyer Group, Inc., based in Waco, Texas, is a holding company of seven franchise businesses, each selling and supporting a different franchise under the following service marks: Aire Serv, Glass Doctor, The Grounds Guys, Mr. Appliance, Mr....

To support its rapid growth, Volvo Rents, a worldwide provider of small-to-medium sized construction equipment, announces the opening of a Central Region Office and appointment of a new management team.

Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG) today announced that it has created the "Chipotle Cultivate Foundation," a new foundation aimed at supporting people, organizations and institutions that are committed to making a better, more sustainable future.

Krispy Kreme Doughnuts, Inc. (NYSE: KKD) (the "Company") today reported financial results for the second quarter of fiscal 2012, ended July 31, 2011.

IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) today announces the launch of its Innovation Hotel version 2.0, which is an improved version of the original site online since 2008. The Innovation Hotel is IHG's online showcase and creative hub for sustainable...

Maid Brigade has been honored as a top 25 franchise for Hispanics for 2011 by the World Franchising Network (WFN). The WFN selected franchises based on a rigorous analysis of factors including their: historical performance, brand identification,...

Since its inception in 1995, Juice It Up!, a franchised smoothie and juice bar chain that specializes in blended-to-order fresh fruit smoothies, has embraced technology to improve the customer experience and with the recent launch of the Mobile...

Top real estate agent Missie Jo Turner has joined Keller Williams Realty Sarasota-Lakewood Ranch in the Englewood, Florida, office. Formerly of Michael Saunders & Co., Turner will continue to serve residential real estate buyers and sellers with...

Zoup! Fresh Soup Company, a leader in the soup segment of the fast-casual industry, has named Clyde Manion as Purchasing Specialist. With more than 30 years of experience in the food industry, Manion is joining the Zoup! corporate team and will be...

Krispy Kreme Doughnut Corporation today announced that it has signed new development agreements with its Japanese franchisee, Krispy Kreme Doughnut Japan Co., Ltd., pursuant to which the franchisee has agreed to build 73 new locations in the Kanto,...

Value Place, the largest economy extended stay lodging franchise in the U.S., prides itself on extending the best value to its guests. This month Value Place Springfield expands upon this value and announces new management under M&M Properties...

The RMHC global system comes together every two years to rally around its common mission of creating, finding and supporting programs that directly improve the health and well being of children. The event took place Aug. 9-12 in Chicago, Ill.

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 the Aaron's Freedom Ride will depart from the Terminus...

EagleRider, the world's largest motorcycle rental and touring company, announced the opening of its newest location in Enschede, Holland. The new location will be owned by local entrepreneurs Anne Tattersall and Andre Hoffstedde, and will be located...

ActionCOACH, the world's number one business coaching firm, was named by Franchise Direct as one of the "Top 100 Global Franchises" in the world.

In the past six months, Del Taco has doubled the number of restaurants in Colorado Springs. Tomorrow, August 25th at 11 AM, the fourth Colorado Springs Del Taco will open at 8020 N. Academy Drive.

Yogurtini®, originally established in Tempe, Arizona in 2008, today announces its expansion into Colorado with the grand opening of its 12th frozen yogurt franchise opening in the Denver Tech Center at Belleview Promenade, 8000 E. Belleview...

HuHot Mongolian Grill is rewarding its loyal guests with two exclusive offers this month. Facebook fans and HotClub email members have access to "Back to School" coupons for students to use through the end of the month. It's one last hoorah as kids...

GNC Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: GNC), a leading global specialty retailer of nutritional products, today announced it has agreed to acquire LuckyVitamin.com, a leading online value-added retailer of a wide range of nationally branded nutritional...

Barbeques Galore, the leading retailer of premium grilling and outdoor products since 1980, announces nationwide franchise opportunities. Barbeques Galore successfully operates over forty Company-owned stores, which provide an outstanding foundation...

Glass Doctor kicked off its new partnership with Affiliated Construction Specialists (ACS) with a ProGuard Security Systems installation and a check presentation last Friday. Dan Nastansky of Glass Doctor of Odessa accepted the check from ACS...

Benihana Inc. (NASDAQ GS: BNHN, BNHNA), operator of the nation's largest chain of Japanese theme and sushi restaurants, will release its fiscal first quarter 2012 results before the market opens on Thursday, August 25, 2011. The Company will host a...

Brinker International, Inc. (NYSE: EAT) has awarded three vendor partners the company's highest honor, the Supplier Partner of the Year Award. In addition to improving profit margins through cost reductions, these vendors also helped Brinker and its...

AlphaGraphics, a marketing services franchise with business centers nationwide, continues to evolve to meet the changing needs of their customers in today's marketing environment – what the company has dubbed "The New Now," according to CEO...

Smashburger, the nation's fastest growing better burger concept, today announced it is ranked number 99 on the 30th annual Inc. 500, thanks to its three year sales growth of 2,673%. The Inc. 500 is an exclusive ranking of the nation's...

Corporate refugees and other potential new franchise owners now have even more resources available through a new partnership between FranNet and Business Network International, the world's largest business networking organization.

Planet Beach Contempo Spa may not look like a traditional day spa with its high-tech automated day spa services and unique environment, but it is growing in popularity and grabbing market share from traditional day spas.

NiteLites of Nashville Outdoor Lights will attend the 28th Annual Home Decorating and Remodeling Show, Nashville Convention Center, Friday, September 9th through Sunday, September 11th. Tickets are $8.00 and Seniors 62 and older are invited to...

Roosters Men's Grooming Center (MGC), located at 5615 Colleyville Boulevard, recently celebrated its grand opening and official ribbon cutting ceremony with local businesses and members of the Colleyville Area Chamber of Commerce.