The Daily Edition of Franchise Business News
A collection of Franchise Business News for 2011
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Today, Friendly Ice Cream Corporation launches its 30th annual 'Cones for Kids' campaign. The Valentine's Day fundraiser will benefit 30 Easter Seals Camp Friendly's program locations.
January 10th, 2011
This franchise location will be operated by Branka Gajic and her son Nik, both who have completed their Blenz Coffee franchise training in Vancouver and Kelowna. "My family and I are delighted to have our Blenz Coffee business located in Kamloops,"...
January 10th, 2011
Caribou Coffee Company, Inc. (NASDAQ: CBOU), the second largest company-owned gourmet coffeehouse operator in the United States based on the number of coffeehouses, announced today that Michael Tattersfield, President and Chief Executive Officer,...
January 10th, 2011
Molly Maid raised a record $167,836 to support the Ms. Molly Foundation in 2010 by offering innovative ways for franchisees to participate and support the annual effort during October. Donations from customers were also up 20 percent over 2009 and...
January 10th, 2011
RE/MAX Villager in Glenview, Ill., has announced the arrival of seven agents formerly affiliated with RE/MAX North in Northbrook. The additional agents will strengthen the position of the Glenview office in the North Shore real estate market.
January 7th, 2011
Benihana Inc. (NASDAQ: BNHNA; BNHN), operator of the nation's largest chain of Japanese theme and sushi restaurants, today reported total restaurant sales and comparable restaurant sales for the third four-week period (December 6, 2010 - January 2,...
January 7th, 2011
Togo's Sandwiches, a West Coast Original since 1971 serving big, made to order sandwiches stuffed with the freshest ingredients announced today that in honor of National Pastrami Day, Friday, January 14, 2011, the company's unprecedented Pastrami...
January 7th, 2011
Flip Flop Shops, the global retail chain exclusive to the hottest brands and latest styles of flip flops and sandals, is ranked 415 in Entrepreneur's 32nd Annual "Franchise 500." It's the brand's first appearance on the list, which is recognized as...
January 7th, 2011
WSI, the #1 franchise for internet marketing, is continuously growing in appeal within Hispanic markets. The International Franchise Association (IFA) recently published results showing that almost 20% of the franchises on the market are minority...
January 6th, 2011
WSI, the most respected name in the internet franchise industry is delighted to welcome aboard Paul DeBernardi to the franchise family as he represents the business in Minnesota. DeBernardi, who joined the company during the summer of 2010, spoke...
January 6th, 2011
Ruby Tuesday, Inc., the popular high-quality casual dining restaurant chain, and dunnhumbyUSA, an international leader in consumer insights, today announced a three-year partnership to incorporate continually updated information about customer...
January 6th, 2011
Wyndham Hotel Group, the world's largest hotel company based on number of properties and one of three business units of Wyndham Worldwide (NYSE: WYN), today announced that several of the company's marketers have been recognized by the Hospitality...
January 6th, 2011
When 19-year old cheerleader and coach Petra Johnson decided to change gear to follow her life's passion, she founded Caramel Rock, a non-profit organization, which combined her love of fashion with her drive to make a difference in the lives of...
January 6th, 2011
Red Mango, the fastest-growing retailer of all-natural nonfat frozen yogurt and fresh fruit smoothies, announced a record year of franchise expansion in 2010. The company awarded agreements for 147 new locations, opened 62 new stores and grew the...
January 6th, 2011
Realogy Corporation ("Realogy" or the "Company") announced today that it completed its previously announced private exchange offers and consent solicitations (the "Exchange Offers") relating to its outstanding 10.50% Senior Notes due 2014 (the...
January 6th, 2011
Fiesta Auto Insurance was ranked 464 in Entrepreneur's 32nd Annual "Franchise 500," the world's most comprehensive franchise ranking. It's the brands first appearance on the list. The nation's only insurance and tax preparation franchise also ranked...
January 6th, 2011
Sonic Corp. (NASDAQ: SONC), the nation's largest chain of drive-in restaurants, today announced that the company will participate in the 13th Annual ICR XChange Investor Conference, which takes place in Dana Point, California, on January 11-13.
January 6th, 2011
Domino's Pizza, Inc. (NYSE: DPZ) announces the following webcast event:
January 5th, 2011
Pizza Inn, Inc. (Nasdaq:PZZI) has announced it will ring The NASDAQ Stock Market Closing Bell in New York at 4 p.m. Eastern Time tomorrow.
January 5th, 2011
Entrepreneur Magazine has again ranked ActionCOACH Business Coaching as the #1 company in the Business Coaching category, a position the company has held dating back to January 2004.
January 5th, 2011
Thirty years ago, very few retailers specialized in providing supplies and information for attracting and feeding backyard birds. So on January 28, 1981, Jim Carpenter, an unemployed nature enthusiast, combined his retail experience with his passion...
January 5th, 2011
Franco Prati, Certified Internet Marketing Consultant with WSI (We Simplify the Internet), in association with the Luxembourg based Crystal Planning™ strategic consulting, announces today the company's completion of the e-commerce website...
January 5th, 2011
WSI, the world's leading digital marketing franchise, is proud to announce its further correlation and partnership with one of its current franchisees by opening a Master Franchise office in Cairo, Egypt. Businesses in Egypt will have the...
January 5th, 2011
ACE Cash Express, Inc., a leading retailer of financial services, announced a donation of $419,743 to the March of Dimes in support of programs to improve the health of all babies.
January 5th, 2011
Hispanic population growth is expected in the 2010 census results. For Pizza Patrón, the leading Latin pizza brand, this is no surprise. The company, which studies the U.S. Hispanic demographic meticulously, believes the real story is not in...
January 5th, 2011
After the indulgent feasts and high-calorie splurges of the holidays, it's no surprise that "go on a strict diet" tops many New Year's resolution lists. But while 62 percent of consumers say they plan to eat more healthfully in 2011, many complain...
January 5th, 2011
Weight Watchers International, Inc. (NYSE: WTW) today announced that David Kirchhoff, President and Chief Executive Officer, will present at the J.P. Morgan 29th Annual Healthcare Conference in San Francisco, CA.
January 5th, 2011
Starting January 5th, Bruegger's is offering its guests a wide range of menu options sure to meet all of their New Year's resolutions.
January 5th, 2011
Start 2011 with Krispy Kreme's new decadent chocolate treats and melt away winter's chill.
January 5th, 2011
Sonic Corp. (NASDAQ: SONC), the nation's largest chain of drive-in restaurants, today announced that the company will participate in the Cowen and Company 9th Annual Consumer Conference, which takes place in New York City on January 10-11.
January 5th, 2011
Denny's Corporation (NASDAQ: DENN) today announced that the Company will be presenting at the Thirteenth Annual ICR XChange Conference on Thursday, January 13, 2011 at the St. Regis Monarch Beach Resort & Spa in Dana Point, CA. The presentation...
January 5th, 2011
Leading greeting card publisher and franchisor, Card Connection, has today announced the launch of a new range of sentimental keep sakes called 'Little Wishes'. The impulse gifts, which are printed cards intended to be kept in a wallet or purse,...
January 5th, 2011
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc., (NASDAQ: RRGB), a casual dining restaurant chain focused on serving an innovative selection of high-quality gourmet burgers in a family-friendly atmosphere, today provided an update to shareholders in an open letter...
January 4th, 2011
Einstein Noah Restaurant Group (Nasdaq:BAGL), a leader in the quick-casual segment of the restaurant industry operating primarily under the Einstein Bros.(R) Bagels, Noah's New York Bagels(R), and Manhattan Bagel(R) brands, announced today that the...
January 4th, 2011
RetroFitness, a leading fitness concept known for known for providing great value at a low retro-price, today announced the opening of its newest location in Two Buckhead Plaza at 3050 Peachtree Rd. NW in Atlanta, next to Seasons 52.
January 4th, 2011
As the economy continues to struggle toward recovery, the opportunity presented by franchise ownership continues to grow in appeal for many with an entrepreneurial spirit, according to the franchise experts at FranNet.
January 4th, 2011
Texas-based Dickey's Barbecue, the largest barbecue chain in the country, has been making strides in the Bay area for over a year and a half now.
January 4th, 2011
Chuck E. Cheese's is bringing all the fun and excitement of winning tickets and prizes to kids at home through the new online ticket blaster game on its website at http://www.chuckecheese.com/chuck-e-games/. As tickets zoom around the computer...
January 4th, 2011
St. Regis Hotels & Resorts, part of Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT), is delighted to announce a collaboration with Alexis Bittar, one of today's most innovative and admired jewelry designers. In celebration of the debut...
January 4th, 2011
Energy Kitchen, the Manhattan-based fast-casual chain whose health-centric menu features no menu item that exceeds 500 calories, announces the signing of an area development agreement for three restaurants in Nassau County.
January 4th, 2011
Maui Wowi Hawaiian franchisee Bryon Griffin gives Bloomington, Illinois residents and US Cellular Coliseum goers a real Hawaiian treat with Maui Wowi Hawaiian Coffees and Smoothies.
January 4th, 2011
Palm Springs based American Leak Detection, Inc., a leader in the accurate, non-invasive detection of water and other leaks, has received top honors from Entrepreneur® Magazine.
January 4th, 2011
Straw Hat Pizza, the original California Pizza since 1959, announced plans to open several new franchised locations in California in the first quarter of 2011. Alameda, Chatsworth, Livermore, Sacramento, San Jose, San Pablo and Vallejo will each...
January 4th, 2011
Starting off the New Year with a bang, Baskin-Robbins, the world's largest chain of ice cream specialty shops, today introduced its newest flavor creation, Chocolate Escape ice cream. The January Flavor of the Month is a dream-come-true for...
January 4th, 2011
Fiesta Auto Insurance was ranked 464 in Entrepreneur's 32nd Annual "Franchise 500," the world's most comprehensive franchise ranking. It's the brands first appearance on the list. The nation's only insurance and tax preparation franchise also ranked...
January 4th, 2011
Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. (NYSE: DTG), is pleased to announce that Dollar and Thrifty rental cars are now 100 percent smoke-free as a result of Dollar Thrifty's new policy prohibiting smoking by renters at all U.S. corporate stores and...
January 4th, 2011
Paciugo Gelato & Caffè was ranked 285 in Entrepreneur's 32nd Annual "Franchise 500," the world's most comprehensive franchise ranking. It's the brand's fourth appearance on the list. The national gelato chain is known for delighting...
January 4th, 2011
Honest-1 Auto Care, the only national full-service auto repair and maintenance franchise that is 100 percent ESA Certified Eco-Friendly, has been ranked 338 in Entrepreneur magazine's 2011 "Franchise 500," a move up from last year's ranking of...
January 4th, 2011
Starwood Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: HOT) is ringing in the new year with a special offer to make travel for its Starwood Preferred Guest(R) (SPG) members extra rewarding. Through the SPG Great Weeks, Grand Weekends promotion, members can earn...
January 4th, 2011
Texas Roadhouse, Inc. (Nasdaq: TXRH), today announced that the Company will be presenting at the 13th Annual ICR XChange Conference at The St. Regis Monarch Beach Resort & Spa in Dana Point, CA on Thursday, January 13, 2011. The presentation...
January 4th, 2011
Snap-on closed out its yearlong celebration marking 90 years of providing distinctive workplace solutions by ringing The Closing BellSM at the New York Stock Exchange on Dec. 28. Nick Pinchuk, chairman and CEO of Snap-on Incorporated, was joined on...
January 4th, 2011
Complete with a new prototype, retooled menu and an innovative "flex-casual" service model, Mama Fu's is off to a great start in 2011 announcing the signing of an area development agreement for five restaurants in Waco and the surrounding area...
January 4th, 2011
Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE: CMG) today announced that the Company will present at two investor conferences.
January 4th, 2011
Bishops Barbershop, cuts and colors for men and women, today announced that franchisee Paul Ito has opened his shop in Bridgeport Village, at 7192 SW Hazel Fern Road in Tualatin. He recently opened a Bishops Barbershop in Orenco Station.
January 4th, 2011
Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE: CMG) today announced that the Company will present at two investor conferences.
January 3rd, 2011
ActionCOACH's David MacGillivray, has recently won the "Member of the Year" award by his local BNI Northern Virginia chapter, Tysons Mastermind. This award will be presented to MacGillivray on Saturday, January 22nd at the BNI Idol & Gala at the...
January 3rd, 2011
ActionCOACH's Brian Baudean is helping a local non-profit community garden expand within New Orleans and beyond. Through ActionCOACH's Coaching for a Cause Campaign, Baudean started working with NOLA Green Roots. They are looking to expand to other...
January 3rd, 2011
Canadian Real Estate Magazine (CRE) announced today that Pillar To Post Professional Home Inspections was the overwhelming choice in its home inspection award. The magazine's Readers Choice Award recognizes real estate professionals in 16...
January 3rd, 2011
McDonald's® kicks off the new year with the introduction of its new Fruit & Maple Oatmeal, a wholesome and balanced menu option available for customers at breakfast and throughout the day. Delivering two of the three recommended daily servings...
January 3rd, 2011
Complete with a new prototype, retooled menu and an innovative "flex-casual" service model, Mama Fu's is off to a great start in 2011 announcing the signing of an area development agreement for five restaurants in Waco and the surrounding area...
January 3rd, 2011
Benihana Inc. (NASDAQ: BNHNA; BNHN), the nation's leading operator of Japanese theme and sushi restaurants, has announced the January Chef's Special, Hibachi Shrimp & Chicken for Two, a five-course meal for only $36 that will allow guests to...
January 3rd, 2011
Texas Roadhouse, Inc. (Nasdaq: TXRH), today announced that the Company will be presenting at the 13th Annual ICR XChange Conference at The St. Regis Monarch Beach Resort & Spa in Dana Point, CA on Thursday, January 13, 2011. The presentation will...
January 3rd, 2011
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