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Happy’s Pizza is proud to announce they have reached a company milestone as they prepare to open their 100th location in Detroit, Michigan (7731 East 7 Mile Rd) on the corner of 7 Mile and Van Dyke, next week.

Franchise Business Review has revealed the winners of its 2013 Franchisee Satisfaction Awards. Fitness Revolution, headquartered in Elizabethtown, Kentucky, has been named the top fitness franchise in the country.

In January, Wiggin and Dana Probate Litigation Partner, Steven Malech, participated in a panel discussion titled, The Prudent Investor Rule After the Financial Crisis, at the 47th Annual Heckerling Institute on Estate Planning.

With more than 550 stores open in 46 states and Puerto Rico, Batteries Plus was recently ranked #1 in the battery category as part of the 2013 Entrepreneur Magazine’s Franchise 500®.

Helen Doron, Founder and CEO of Helen Doron Educational Group, visited Shanghai today to reaffirm the company’s commitment to the China market by outlining an aggressive expansion plan.

Caring Senior Service, a national homecare company, is pleased to announce the addition of, Vanessa Wagster, Support Services Director.

Labor Finders International, Inc. the oldest and largest privately held industrial labor staffing franchise company in the United States has announced the appointment of Christina Rodriguez as Systems Administrator.

Panera unveiled a new initiative that for the first time articulatesthis purpose-driven philosophy.

Safety on the roads starts with a driver who can properly see and be seen by other vehicles. Good vision is essential for an optimal safe driving experience.

360clean, the fast-growing commercial janitorial franchise best known for its specialization in cleaning medical offices, recognized its top performing Regional Developers at the company’s recent conference in Atlanta, Ga.

Domino's Pizza, Inc. (NYSE: DPZ), the recognized world leader in pizza delivery, today announced results for the fourth quarter and fiscal 2012, comprised of strong EPS and global store count growth, and positive same store sales.

GNC Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: GNC) today announced its latest technology breakthroughs in sports nutrition and the evolution of several products in its industry-leading Pro Performance® line.

Restaurant and hospitality leader The Briad Group® announced today that it has named industry veteran Robert Fix as Vice President of Franchise Sales for CUPS Frozen Yogurt – That's Hot™.

Just Between Friends (JBF), the nation’s leading children’s and maternity consignment event, is expanding its efforts to educate families nationwide about safe shopping at consignment events and second hand stores.

With the season of giving concluded, the season of need has arrived, and millions of low-income families are now choosing between heat and hunger.

Brightway Insurance, a leading national independent insurance retailer, added its newest agency owner, Kunie F. Lorenzo, who opened a new franchise store at 11356 West State Road 84 in Davie.

Valpak, a leader in local print and digital coupons, announced today that it has signed a franchise agreement with Elizabeth Hui , a first-time franchise entrepreneur, to bring the Blue Envelope® back to residents in Shenandoah Valley, VA.

Giant Tiger Stores Limited will be unveiling our newest store, located in Shawville, Quebec on March 2, 2013.

IFM Investments Limited (NYSE: CTC) ("Century 21 China Real Estate") today announced that it will report its unaudited financial results for the fourth quarter and full year 2012, ended December 31, 2012, before the U.S. markets open on March 7,...

Wilson Tennis announces it has formed an exclusive partnership with TGA Premier Youth Tennis (TGA) in a deal that includes Wilson becoming the official equipment and apparel provider for TGA programs and providing funding to TGA’s 501c3...

This Thursday, February 28 Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is throwing a smokin’ hot celebration at the main intersection of Madison Avenue and Victory Boulevard in Mankato.

The Woodlands will welcome a new Massage Heights Retreat when Bobbie and Tom Cobb open the doors of their new enterprise on Friday, March 8, 2013.

Denise Gervais, co-owner of web design and advertising firm WSI Milton, has set out to educate small businesses across their surrounding Halton Region and the rest of Southern Ontario.

Massage Envy Warrington provides professional, upscale massage therapy in Warrington, PA. Now, Massage Envy Warrington is offering first time guests a special introductory price of $49 for a one-hour massage session.

Round Table Pizza, an American pizza restaurant icon known for gourmet quality and fresh innovation announced the signing of an exclusive agreement with South Asian Hospitality Services Pvt. Ltd. to develop 50 restaurants in India.

The Wendy's Company (NASDAQ: WEN) today reported audited results for the fiscal year ended Dec. 30, 2012. The Company had previously issued preliminary unaudited results for the 2012 fourth quarter and full year on Jan. 16, 2013.

Krispy Kreme Glazed Banana KREME Pies are available for a limited time at participating mass merchants, grocery and convenience stores. While supplies last. Not available at Krispy Kreme Doughnut Shops.

Minneapolis-based AllOver Media, Inc., the market leader in the out-of-home advertising industry, has hired Shaun Nugent as the company’s Chief Financial Officer.

With a career in the green industry that spans over 30 years, Ken Hutcheson, President of U.S. Lawns, was presented with the prestigious Lawn & Landscape Leadership Award during the Green Industry Great Escape in Las Vegas.

This Thursday, Uncle Maddio’s Pizza Joint will sing the praises of a non-pizza dish on their menu: chili. In celebration of National Chili Day on February 28, Uncle Maddio’s will be handing out samples of their chili throughout the day.

White Spot Limited is honoured to have successfully re-qualified as one of Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies in 2012.

RadioShack Corporation (NYSE: RSH) reports results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2012. All comparisons are versus the same comparable period of the prior fiscal year unless otherwise noted.

Critter Control employees and franchisees assembled in Chicago, Illinois this year for the company’s annual meeting and 30 year anniversary celebration. Ten franchisees celebrated 25 year anniversaries with the company.

Sixt, an international provider of high-quality mobility services, and Lebanese air carrier Middle East Airlines (MEA) have launched a comprehensive partnership.

European Wax Center Carmel recently introduced its Student Wax Pass, an exciting new offer that makes body waxing in Carmel, IN easier and more affordable than ever.

Pizza Hut, Inc., the world's largest pizza company, today announced the appointment of Joe Kim as Chief Operations Officer.

Winmark Corporation (Nasdaq: WINA) announced today net income for the year ended December 29, 2012 of $12,937,900 or $2.47 per share diluted, compared to net income of $14,095,000 or $2.69 per share diluted, in 2011.

DineEquity, Inc. (NYSE: DIN), the parent company of Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar and IHOP Restaurants, today announced financial results for the fourth quarter and full year of 2012.

Leaders from Brinker International, Inc. (NYSE: EAT) provided an update on the Company's fiscal 2013 outlook and shared long-term goals being discussed in today's investor conference.

As part of SIGNARAMA’s ongoing commitment to Habitat for Humanity, SIGNARAMA employees and franchise operators participated in a home building project in Miramar, Florida to help provide housing for local families in need.

The Hampton Inn & Suites Scottsboro Hotel, the #1 Hampton Inn & Suites in the state of Alabama, is honored to be named a winner of Hampton Hotels' 2012 Lighthouse Award.

DineEquity, Inc. (NYSE: DIN), the parent company of Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar and IHOP Restaurants, today announced financial guidance for fiscal 2013, reflecting its transition to a 99% franchised model.

Realty ONE Group Affiliates, Inc., today announced its second, third, fourth and fifth franchisees, all in California.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announces that a Hyatt affiliate and affiliates of the Malca family have formed a joint venture to develop and own two hotels in the master planned community of Costa del Este in Panama City, Panama that will be...

Dickey’s Barbecue is rolling out its own version of March Mania. Every Monday in March, the nation’s largest barbecue franchise is offering their most popular sandwich, the Westerner, for only $5.

Green house cleaning service Better Life Maids is proud to announce its newest office. Better Life Maids will begin offering Birmingham green house cleaning services March of 2013.

Papa Murphy's continued its unparalleled growth in 2012. In addition to expanding its national footprint to over 1,325 locations, Papa Murphy's achieved 25 record sales weeks during the year.

DineEquity, Inc. (NYSE: DIN) today announced a capital allocation strategy that includes the approval by its Board of Directors of a first quarter cash dividend of $0.75 per share of common stock.

Nearly 8,000 RE/MAX agents from 58 countries are attending the annual R4 Convention this week to celebrate the global real estate franchisor's 40th anniversary.

World of Beer (WOB) Dadeland, a thriving beer-centric tavern boasting an extensive collection of brews from around the globe, will host its one-year anniversary celebration on Saturday, March 2, 2013 at the bar located at 9010 S.W. 72nd Place in...

Pinot's Palette, a national Paint and Sip franchise known for providing guests with an entertaining evening of art and wine, announced today that it has signed a franchise agreement with local resident Ashley Gardner to open a studio in Oklahoma...

7-Eleven, Inc. achieved record store growth in 2012 and expects the number of 7-Eleven stores worldwide to pass the 50,000-store mark by the end of the first quarter.

Pensacola Florida is the setting for one of the newest Fresh Coat Painters locations.

Leading greeting card publisher and franchisor, Card Connection, has today announced that Andrew Orr, deep sea fisherman turned franchisee for Aberdeen and Inverness, has seen an 18% growth in his business in the past year.

Brinker International, Inc. (NYSE: EAT), is hosting its 2013 Analyst Meeting in Dallas today beginning at 8 a.m. CST.

]Eye Level announced that Robert Reto has joined the company’s executive team as Vice President of the Support Division, effectively immediately.

Boardwalk Fresh Burgers and Fries® is bringing their famous fresh cut Boardwalk Fries® and fresh, made-to-order burgers to their new location in Gresham, OR.

Maui Wowi Hawaiian is focusing in on Nashville, Tennessee bringing its friendly atmosphere and low-cost concept of Hawaiian coffees and all-natural smoothies to the Franchise and Business Opportunities Expo at the Nashville Convention Center.

Elevation Burger joins an elite group of only 38 restaurants in the nation to become LEED-Certified by the U.S. Green Building Council.

The Award-Winning casual-dining concept Quaker Steak & Lube® known for its Best Wings USA and over 20 sauce varieties will bring a new restaurant to Medina, OH.

YoBlendz®, a healthy, self-serve frozen yogurt franchise blending nature’s best with all the rest, has launched “YoTreatz”

Mr. Lube was chosen based on their proven ability to create sustainable growth, expand market share and maintain corporate health in a challenging industry landscape.

Realogy has been named one of the 2013 Best Places to Work in New Jersey by an NJBIZ program that evaluated the company’s practices and surveyed a random sampling of its New Jersey-based employees.

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit will open in Covington on Thursday, February 28 at 11 a.m. The locally owned and operated barbecue restaurant will be serving the first 100 guests a free Pulled Pork Big Barbecue sandwich.

Romacorp, Inc., parent company of Tony Roma’s restaurants, announces their NEW limited time offer, Fisherman’s Wharf! Guests can enjoy delicious Springtime Seafood dishes February 25, 2013 thru April 23, 2013, at participating locations.

John and Lori Faber, owners of the Culver's restaurant at 430 E. Verona, Ave. in Verona, WI, are the recipients of the 2013 GM Culver Award.