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Interim HealthCare, a leading national home care, hospice and healthcare staffing franchise, announced today the addition of two new franchisees in Middle Tennessee and Connecticut.

Nationally recognized franchisor, WIN Home Inspection, has appointed Joseph E. Copp as Franchise Sales Consultant, effective immediately.

If the sizzle of burgers on the grill is music to your ears, and making people smile is one of your greatest talents, then you're just the type of person we want to talk with!

DineEquity, Inc. (NYSE: DIN), the parent company of Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar and IHOP Restaurants, today announced that it will release fourth quarter and fiscal 2012 financial results on Wednesday, February 27, 2013 before the...

The deal will bring the first Burger 21 restaurant to the state of New York and expands the brand's footprint to a total of seven states. To date, Burger 21 has five open locations and 12 franchised restaurants in development across the East Coast.

Expedia® CruiseShipCenters® continues to leverage the latest in marketing and technology innovations to increase bookings through its 170 franchise locations in North America.

Your sweet dreams have come true! Krispy Kreme® –has created a new way to enjoy tasty doughnuts and cookies with two yumbelievable new treats topped and filled - with OREO® goodness.

European Wax Center Sacramento-Natomas is now offering a guest Referral Program to all of their guests who enjoy waxing in Sacramento. Now, all guests who refer a friend may receive $5 off of their next visit.

Einstein Noah Restaurant Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: BAGL) today announced that it will release its fourth quarter and fiscal year 2012 financial results after the market closes on Thursday, February 28, 2013.

Five Home Helpers home care agencies were recently honored as recipients of the 2013 "Best of Home Care Provider of Choice Award" by Home Care Pulse, the top home care quality assurance firm in the nation.

When Beef 'O' Brady's acquired the rights to franchise The Brass Tap in June 2012, Chief Development Officer James Walker had an incredible idea; open The Brass Tap in airports.

To help promote its mission and continue its national expansion, Wholesome Tummies hired franchise sales veteran Christine Dura as Vice President of Franchise Discovery.

Alamo Drafthouse Cinema is pleased to unveil its plans for its first location in Kalamazoo, Michigan. The ten-screen theater will be owned by EPR Properties and operated by Alamo Drafthouse and located at 180 Portage Street, former home of the...

Tom Lemieux, Army Veteran and one of WIN Home Inspection’s newest Strategic-Partners (that’s WIN-speak for franchisee) in Madison, Alabama is now open for business!

TechKnowHow, a leading provider of innovative and educational LEGO® building and technology programs, will begin offering franchises in February, 2013.

Edible Arrangements International, the pioneer and leader in handcrafted fruit arrangements, has named franchise veteran John Wuycheck Vice President of Franchise Development to lead the 1,100-unit concept’s global expansion.

In the midst of international expansion efforts in South America, The New Miami Subs Grill has penned a deal with Mazah Trading and Contracting Co. Lt. to open 56 new locations in a region known as the Gulf Coast Countries (GCC) in the Middle East.

Maui Wowi Hawaiian has found its newest community and a franchise operator eager to enter the world of entrepreneurship and bring the tropical themed coffee and smoothie company to Little Elm, Texas.

Villa Enterprises Management Ltd., Inc. (www.villaenterprises.com) announced the grand opening of a South Philly Steaks & Fries at the Mall of Arabia in Cairo, Egypt by franchisee Ahmed Ghoneim.

New Johnny Rockets restaurants have opened in Kuwait and Saudi Arabia, two Gulf Arab States previously developed by the iconic all-American chain in a geographic area positioned for further expansion.

PropertyGuys.com topped off its annual three-day franchise conference at the Melia Caribe Resort in Punta Cana, by awarding its coveted Revvy Awards to the system's top performers at the Gala celebration.

The Copeland Family of Restaurants is delighted to announce they began offering their "eGift Cards" on January 31, 2013.

Delicious frozen yogurt just got easier to find! Menchie's, North America's largest self-serve frozen yogurt franchise, has just released Yumm Finder, an iPhone application to assist guests in locating stores and finding featured promotions.

The weather outside may be cold, but cupcakes are hot at Edible Arrangements®.

The law firm of Wiggin and Dana is pleased to announce leadership appointments in its Litigation Department.

Professional and managerial talent who are rising stars in their fields have increasingly taken command of the job market, according to data from MRINetwork's (www.mrinetwork.com) bi-annual Recruiter Sentiment Study.

GNC Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: GNC)is pleased and proud to announce that its employees and customers donated a total of $3.1 million during these past few months to support the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Thanks and Giving campaign.

Burger King Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE:BKW) today reported financial results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2012.

Europcar, the leader in car hire services in Europe, is bringing its customers the ultimate choice in luxury with the addition of BMW to the Prestige fleet for the very first time.

Showhomes, a national home staging franchise, and their franchise partners have provided successful selling solutions for real estate professionals and homeowners in all economic market cycles for the past 26 years.

Taxpayers nationwide need answers and they are heading to the IRS’ web site using the Where’s My Refund tool to get them. Last weekend alone, the IRS processed 1.4 million returns yet had 4.5 million hits to their Where’s My...

European Wax Center Henderson- Anthem is proud to show their appreciation for their guests by offering various loyalty programs to make body hair removal in Henderson, Anthem, NV easier and more affordable.

The January RE/MAX National Housing Report shows the recovery continues with sales up 9.1% and prices up 8.0% from January last year.

Benetrends announces sponsorship at the 2013 International Franchise Association's (IFA) 53rd Annual Convention, February 17-20, 2013, at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas Nevada.

Express Employment Professionals today announced that Chairman of the Board and CEO Robert A. “Bob” Funk has been named Oklahoma’s Most Admired CEO of a private company by The Journal Record, a leading Oklahoma City business...

The Affordable Care Act (ACA) not only includes the most significant health care reform in decades, but also some of the largest changes to the tax code, creating many unique and unprecedented issues for taxpayers and the uninsured.

Card Connection, has today announced that Andy Thompson and his wife Vicki, franchisees for the Sunderland, Berwick and Durham region, have purchased a neighbouring Card Connection.

Ice House America, the pioneer in automated ice vending technology, announced today the launch of IceBorn, their new ice vending franchise brand.

A Buyer’s Choice Home Inspections (ABCHI) USA is returning trust, safety and security to a fractured housing market with an innovative home inspection business poised for U.S. prominence.

GNC Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: GNC) (the "Company"), a leading global specialty retailer of health and wellness products, today reported its financial results for the quarter and year ended December 31, 2012.

Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. (NYSE: BBW), an interactive entertainment retailer, today reported results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 29, 2012.

Pancheros (www.pancheros.com), a fast casual Mexican restaurant, has officially brought back its shrimp scampi tacos for a limited time available now until March 30, 2013.

Realogy Holdings Corp. (NYSE: RLGY) ("Realogy" or the "Company") today reported financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2012.

Plan some family fun with a Giant Tiger movie night! Award-winning DVDs are on for 6.99 ea. (Compared at 12.99) and recent releases are on for just 9.99 ea. (Compared at 14.99).

Fiesta Restaurant Group, Inc. today announced that it will host a conference call and webcast to review fourth quarter and full year 2012 results on Thursday, February 28, 2013 at 4:30 PM ET.

For the first time, Burger 21® with five locations open and 10 in development on the East Coast, will bring its hand-crafted burgers to the Amstel Light Burger Bash.

Wingstop has appointed Doug Willmarth as its Chief Marketing Officer, responsible for the 550-unit chain’s brand positioning, marketing strategy, and advertising execution.

Weight Watchers International, Inc. (NYSE: WTW) today announced its fiscal 2012 results for the fourth quarter and full year and provided full year fiscal 2013 earnings guidance.

Famous Dave's of America, Inc. (Nasdaq:DAVE) today reported financial results for its fourth quarter and 2012 fiscal year end.

Direct Capital, a leading nationwide provider of equipment leasing, business loans and working capital, is currently ranked one of the 10 best places to work in U.S. by Indeed.com, a leading job-search site.

Fresh Healthy Vending, the pioneer in healthy vending, is partnering with the MI Healthier Tomorrow campaign to help the state battle the health risks and costs associated with obesity.

Beginning today, the launch of the new Sugar Foot Scrub Therapy at Massage Envy day spa in Hoboken will provide the highest quality foot care.

Jon and Elizabeth Gegaj, founders of Tomasino's New York Pizzeria, announced today major expansion plans through franchising aimed at expanding the Orlando-based pizza brand across the state of Florida.

FranNet, a global network of franchising consultants, spent the past year raising funds for Wounded Warriors Project(TM) (WWP), a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering injured service members.

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) today announced that it has introduced its Westin brand to the heart of Birmingham, Alabama.

Noble Roman's, Inc. (OTC BB: NROM) today provided an update on the continued expansion of its popular take-n-bake (TNB) concept, both in grocery stores around the country and with the stand-alone TNB franchise concept.

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, Inc. today announced that its Board of Directors has declared a fourth quarter cash dividend of $0.11 per common share outstanding.

Lee Landon, of Atlanta, is one of them. To keep the good times rolling, Landon began his retirement in 2013 by opening a franchise with The Interface Financial Group (IFG), the leading alternative funding source for small businesses.

Servpro Industries, Inc., a cleanup and restoration Franchise company, has been named No. 1 in the cleanup and restoration industry for the 10th consecutive year.

A little 6 year old kindergartener has been battling with KTW (Klippel-Trenaunay-Weber Syndrome) for years and needs help with her care and travel to and from Boston Children's Hospital.

YoGo Factory frozen yogurt, a national self serve frozen yogurt franchise, has announced further expansion into Pennsylvania with its third store in Havertown, PA, located in Delaware County.

easyhome Ltd. (TSX:EH), Canada's largest merchandise leasing company and a growing provider of financial services, is pleased to announce the launch of the Ultimate Franchise Opportunity "Be A Contender IV".

The Atlanta-based RE/MAX Regional Services introduced Vizibility's Mobile Business Cards for Smart Phones and Apple's Passbook to its 4,500 real estate brokers and agents across Georgia, Tennessee, Kentucky, Southern Ohio and Eastern Michigan.

Window Genie announces the grand opening of their newest location, opening in Franklin, TN on Monday, February 18.

In February 2013, Osborn chose to relocate to Charleston and open a franchise with The Interface Financial Group (IFG).

Guidant Financial today announced the addition of Heidi Keele as VP of Marketing. Keele's appointment coincides with the company's 10th year in business and its renewed commitment to empowering America's investors and entrepreneurs.

SuperGreen Solutions, a premium one-stop shop for all your energy-efficient needs, announces a new store at 12 N. Van Brunt St., under the ownership of local resident HoJae Lee.

The Snap-on Incorporated (NYSE: SNA) board of directors declared today a quarterly common stock dividend of $0.38 per share payable March 11, 2013 to shareholders of record on February 28, 2013.

The Wendy's Company (NASDAQ: WEN) today announced the declaration of its regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.04 per share. The dividend is payable on March 15, 2013, to stockholders of record as of March 1, 2013.

Doc Popcorn, the largest popcorn retailer in the world, has announced that Renee Israel, co-founder and CMO of Doc Popcorn, has received the Enterprising Women of the Year Award for 2013 from Enterprising Women magazine.

The Meat House, more commonly known as the modern revival of the neighborhood butcher, announces the launch of "Meat House Catering" and appointment of Amber Lorden as the company's new Catering & Events Manager.