The Daily Edition of Franchise Business News

In order to meet this rapidly expanding demand, Australian entrepreneur Nathan Cuneen is launching his highly successful salon brand Blow Dry Bar (http://www.cherryblowdrybar.com/) in the United States.

MOOYAH’s superlative will be featured in the annual Best for Families issue of the magazines when they hit newsstands on Nov. 25, 2013.

Window Genie announces the grand opening of their newest location in Concord, NC. Mark Barnett, owner/operator, officially opened his doors for business on Tuesday November 12th.

RadioShack Corporation (NYSE: RSH) today announced the appointment of Mark A. Boerio to the newly created position of Senior Vice President, Inventory Planning and Allocation, effective December 3.

Gray Plant Mooty is pleased to announce that the firm’s Franchise and Distribution practice group has been identified in Who’s Who Legal’s Most Highly Regarded Firms: Franchise 2013, with thirteen attorneys selected.

The appearance of wall-to-wall carpeting in the 1950s sparked the growth of the carpet and upholstery cleaning industry, which has continued to grow as more and more people sign up for regular cleanings across the United States.

The Growth Coach Franchise is busy making sure those small businesses are prepared not only for the holiday season but the next 12 months as well. After all, business success is a year-round job.

Watermill Express, the nation’s largest drive-up vendor of pure drinking water, donated $6,000 to the Make-A-Wish Foundation of the Rio Grande Valley.

For 50 years, that has been the Huddle House breakfast franchise's forté. Huddle House knows that a friendly smile, a warm greeting and a little attention to service are what it takes to keep customers coming back.

Creative Learning Corporation (OTCBB:CLCN) is pleased to announce that it is scheduled to present at LD MICRO's 6th Annual Conference on Thursday, December 5th, 2013, at 1:00 PM PST.

24ravens is thrilled to announce that it has successfully completed the six month vendor-approval process with Complete Nutrition.

Troy Brazelton endured extensive injuries after an armed robbery and arson at his store. The community support and backing of Play N Trade Inc. has eased his recovery.

On November 1, the Ann Arbor-based chain started Free Cottage Friday, a Facebook contest that awards four lucky winners with a $20 Cottage Inn gift card every week.

Aire Serv wants you to have a happy safe holiday and winter season. Aire Serv offers tips for preparing your house for the holiday and winter season.

Pure Barre, the largest, most established Barre franchise in the nation, honored Breast Cancer Awareness Month this year by raising over $50,000 to donate to Bright Pink.

Being a stay-at-home mom is a big job. In addition to caring for her and her husband Bob’s five children – including two sets of twins – Allison Taraska was often in charge of taking care of the house, which included working with...

Entrepreneur Magazine recognized the Vanguard Cleaning Systems® franchise as one of its Top 75 Franchises that offer incentives to veterans.

Your child's winter break is a good time for him or her to enjoy a vacation from the frenzied pace of the school year, but Huntington Learning Center says there are still plenty of opportunities for learning.

The Wendy's Company (NASDAQ:WEN) has sold 23 restaurants in the greater Portland, Oregon area and Southwest Washington to Group W Partners, LLC, led by veteran Wendy's® franchisees Dan O'Brien and Doug Rich.

On Wednesday, Max & Erma's brought in the heavy machinery to help make this fundraiser a sweet success. Its Bakery Truck will pull up at 11 am on Wednesday the 20th to deliver 2,500 cookies and 100 pies (Pumpkin, Pecan and Silk).

Romeo's Pizza is proud to announce the opening of the Westerville Romeo's Pizza. The store opened on November 22 and is located at 5733 Maxtown Road.

HoneyBaked* today launched an effort to donate 1 million meals this holiday season in partnership with Feeding America, the nation's leading hunger-relief organization.

Although the chiropractic industry is a slow growing sector of the American healthcare system, AlignLife Chiropractic Franchise is showing double digit growth.

What started as a $5,000 donation to one needy charity, now blossomed into an opportunity to help hundreds of organizations around the country.

Hurricane Grill & Wings, a family friendly island-inspired restaurant continues its home state expansion with a new location in the beach town of Boynton Beach.

Giant Tiger is excited to announce the opening of our newest location in Sydney, Nova Scotia. The store will be located at 370 Welton Street and will occupy 26,500 square feet of space.

Hooters of America, LLC, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jim Parrish as chief operations officer and Mark Whittle as vice president of North American franchise development.

Smashburger, the rapidly expanding better burger restaurant concept, today announced it has added four new partners to its growing family of better burger franchisees.

Marsh Fisher, co-founder of CENTURY 21 Real Estate, died from natural causes on Friday, November 22 in Pomona, California. He was 88.

Fit Body Boot Camp in Stafford announces the launch of their Saturday Boot Camp Food, Clothing, and Toy Drive that benefits the local charities, the Houston Food Bank and Star of Hope Houston Shelter.

Auntie Anne's will celebrate the holiday season by spreading "Cups of Cheer" with their bite-sized, freshly baked, "mini" line of pretzel products. It's the pretzel perfect pick-me-up for shoppers and travelers on the go.

Last week, Papa Murphy's was named the top brand in customer satisfaction for the third quarter, 2013 by Technomic's Consumer Brand Metrics program.

Marguerite and Mike Mumford, owners of Paul Davis Restoration of North Florida, have announced the completion of a major fire damage restoration project at Dr. and Mrs. Kenneth Sekine’s residence, 2648 Beauclerc Road in Jacksonville, Fla.

Being a gamer your entire life is pretty impressive and Bryan Butz from Geneva, Illinois is feeling the pay off. Bryan entered the Sweepstakes at Play N Trade Batavia.

Franchise Times ranked Aire Serv No. 315 on its Next 300 Franchise Chains by Worldwide Sales list, identifying the brand among the top 500 global franchises.

Having difficulty finding the right words to express your special emotions this holiday season? If so, Edible Arrangements® fresh fruit bouquets and chocolate dipped fruit are THE. BEST. GIFT. EVER. – and can say it for you!

Fresh Healthy Vending International, Inc. (OTC: VEND), announces its first partnership contract with an existing franchisee for the operation of up to 60 corporate owned healthy vending machines within a 25-mile radius of Clearwater, Fla.

For the duration of Veterans Month, European Wax Center San Antonio is proud to salute the troops with a whopping 20% discount on waxing.

On November 7, 2013, Johnny Rockets franchise partner Felipe Infante opened his third Chilean restaurant in Concepcion Trebol Mall, the first of three new Johnny Rockets he is scheduled to open in Chile over the next several months.

Toppers Pizza (Toppers), a rapidly growing eclectic pizza delivery franchise brand, is proud to announce its recent multi-unit signings in Chicago, Grand Rapids, MI, and Omaha and Lincoln, NE.

On Saturday, November 23 continues with the opening of another fast-casual BurgerFi® restaurant in Sugar Land, Texas. BurgerFi is one of the fastest growing all-natural burger concepts in the country.

Belly and 7-Eleven, Inc. today launched "Give a Little & Do Great," a joint program running until Dec. 2 at all participating Chicago 7-Eleven® store locations.

The first-ever Johnny Rockets in Malaysia opened its doors on October 28. Distinguished franchise partner Aum Asiatic Restaurants Sdn Bhd will operate the restaurant at The Curve in Petaling Jaya, Selangor.

Veteran Fuddruckers franchisees, Becke and George Almeida, debut the newest location of the popular fast casual chain in Fairfield, CA.

Expedia® CruiseShipCenters® celebrated their continued success with the help of the company’s preferred travel partners during their 2013 National Conference aboard Royal Caribbean International’s® Allure of the Seas®.

Maui Wowi Hawaiian, a franchise known for fresh fruit smoothies and premium Hawaiian coffee, is kicking off "the season of giving" by offering an exclusive Cyber Monday deal.

Menchie’s, the friendliest place on earth with a mission to make every guest smile, has opened its newest location in Barrow Crossing at, 916 Loganville Highway, Suite 170, Bethlehem, GA 30620.

Stevi B’s Pizza, America’s favorite family-friendly pizza buffet concept, today announced a strategic franchising initiative targeting select metropolitan areas nationwide.

Our December slate is filled with great journalism movies and, possibly by coincidence, 'Anchorman 2' is hitting theaters.

Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park, creator of the world's first all-trampoline, walled playing court, announces its newest franchise in Lincoln, Neb.

Jack in the Box Inc. (NASDAQ: JACK) today reported earnings from continuing operations of $24.1 million, or $0.54 per diluted share, for the fourth quarter ended September 29, 2013.

Gap Inc. (NYSE:GPS) today reported that third quarter diluted earnings per share increased 14 percent, to $0.72, compared with $0.63 last year, as the company continues to deliver on its goal of top-line and bottom-line growth.

Diabetes affects an estimated 25.8 million children and adults in the United States, just over eight percent of the population.

Lee's Sandwiches International, Inc., The World's Largest Banh Mi Chain, announced that it will raise funds in all of its participated locations to assist victims of Typhoon Haiyan, which affected more than 11.3 million Philippines residents.

To celebrate Black Friday, Planet Fitness, the innovative health club franchise known for its Judgement Free Zone® and affordable prices, has announced a special deal on its premium PF Black Card® membership.

Marjan Hauwert was ready for a change. After 19 years of working in the corporate world, she wanted to do something more for herself and her community.

Pinot’s Palette-Stamford, a Paint-and-Sip Entertainment Destination is Coming to Harbor Point.

DoubleTree by Hilton today announced the opening of DoubleTree by Hilton Bemidji along the scenic waterfront of Lake Bemidji following a 15 month, $14 million investment.

Fresh Healthy Vending International, Inc. (OTC: VEND), North America's announces successful presentations by Founder and VP of Corporate Operations Nick Yates at The World Franchise Convention held in Dubai at the Grosvenor House on Oct. 29 and 30.

The renovations are nearing completion and it's down to the finishing touches. This Saturday, November 23, Giant Tiger unveils a renovated store located at 2141 Kipling Avenue, Etobicoke, Ontario.

ActionCOACH has been named one of the Top 100 Veteran Franchises in 2013 by Franchise Business Review.

The character’s lives featured on ABC’s hit television show, Modern Family, showcase the trials and tribulations today’s "modern family" faces and the graceful (but sometimes not) resolutions the characters reach.

Mr. Appliance of Suburban Milwaukee West released two new videos describing its business and best industry practices recently.