The Daily Edition of Franchise Business News

It is perhaps one of the most important federal holidays, and for millions of American veterans and their families, Nov. 11, Veterans Day, is a solemn reminder of the sacrifices so many service men and women have made for our country.

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE:HOT), today announced its iconic Sheraton brand has reached the 100th hotel milestone in Asia Pacific with the opening of Sheraton Shantou Hotel in China.

Einstein Bros.® Bagels is pleased to announce the addition of 30 new licensed locations across the country over the past nine months, accelerating the restaurant brand's successful growth through the non-traditional channel.

The 2013-14 school year in Turkey opened with 10 Helen Doron English Enrichment Kindergartens teaching the Helen Doron English method, with an additional 10 kindergartens opening soon.

The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts today unveils "House of Waris RARE," a collection of handcrafted treasures from around the world curated by the brand’s Global Explorer Waris Ahluwalia.

T he National Minority Franchise Initiative (NMFI) recognized Vanguard Cleaning Systems® as one of its "50 Top Franchises for Minorities."

Planet Fitness today announced a charitable promotion that allows new members to "name their own price" to join, with 100% of the enrollment fees donated to Connecticut Food Bank or Foodshare.

IFM Investments Limited (NYSE: CTC) ("Century 21 China Real Estate") today announced that it will report its unaudited financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2013, before the U.S. markets open on November 14, 2013.

The ServiceMaster Company, one of the world’s largest residential and commercial service networks, announced today that Bill Derwin will join the company as president of Terminix, effective November 11.

CaliBurger® announced today that it has fully launched the "Premium Cali™ Eco-system" in its company owned and franchised restaurants.

In honour of International Men's Day, Giant Tiger Stores Limited is pleased to announce the Giant Tiger International Man of the Year contest.

Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world's largest hotel companies, added 107 properties globally during the third quarter of 2013.

AdviCoach®, the premier source for business coaching and advisory services customized for small- to mid-size businesses (SMBs), named Kathryn Baker, who owns AdviCoach of Michigan, its 2013 Franchisee of the Year.

The Wyndham Hotels and Resorts® brand is offering daydreamers a chance to win a world-class vacation with its "Three Experiences, Global Destinations" Sweepstakes.

Togo's Eateries, Inc., a "West Coast Original" since 1971, announced today it has signed development agreements with several new and existing franchisees to expand in markets across California.

Inspired by recent child hunger statistics in Southeast Texas and the upcoming holiday season, the popular Fit Body Boot Camp in Stafford has decided to launch a boot camp food drive in order to benefit the Houston Food Bank.

Christmas Decor began the Decorated Family Program in 2005 after a franchisee attended a holiday dinner party and began to consider all of the men and women overseas who will not be able to celebrate with those they love.

Bill.com, the leader in integrated bill payment, invoicing and cash flow management solutions for businesses, today released a survey revealing the three barriers that are keeping the franchise industry from reaching its true potential.

Wendy's® High School Heisman® honored outstanding high school seniors with the distinguished recognition of State Winner in the states of the Northeast region.

Hooters is showing its gratitude for veterans and active duty military personnel this Veterans Day.

Noble Roman's, Inc. (OTC/BB: NROM) today announced that management will report its 2013 third quarter financial results after the market close on Thursday, November 7, 2013.

AdviCoach® named Julie Keyes, of AdviCoach Minnesota, as its 2013 Associate of the Year at the company’s recent annual conference in Fort Lauderdale, Fla.

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit continues growth in Arizona. On Thursday, November 7 at 11:00 a.m. the new Dickey’s Barbecue in Tempe will open its doors for business.

Wendy's® High School Heisman® honored outstanding high school seniors with the distinguished recognition of State Winner in the states of the Southwest region.

Massage Heights strives to make professional massage and skin therapy convenient and affordable for all people, so they can stay healthy and well.

Alert your taste buds! Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc. (Red Robin) is two weeks away from bringing craveable gourmet burgers to Secaucus, NJ.

AdviCoach®, the premier source for business coaching and advisory services customized for small- to mid-size businesses (SMBs), named Symmetry founder Patrick Mummy and his wife Tricia as its 2013 Client of the Year

On Thursday, November 7 at 11:00 a.m. Dickey’s Barbecue in Rancho Cordova will be ready to serve great barbecue. The first 50 dine-in customers will receive a gift card for up to $50.

Wendy's® High School Heisman® honored outstanding high school seniors with the distinguished recognition of State Winner in the states of the Southeast region.

On Monday, November 11, O’Charley’s will thank veterans and all active-duty military personnel by offering a complimentary meal on Veterans Day as part of the restaurant’s ongoing recognition of our nation’s servicemen and...

Baskin-Robbins is offering ice cream lovers a unique treat to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday this year with the return of its popular ice cream Turkey Cake and the introduction of new Mini Turkey ice cream treats.

Zippy Shell USA, LLC® announced today Zippy Shell Bay Area serving the Northern California bay area is officially open for business! This is the third Zippy Shell location in California and the second location in the Bay Area.

GRILLiT, Inc. (the "Company" or "GRILLiT") (OTC: GRLT) today announced the launch of its newest franchise location in Elizabethtown, Kentucky, featuring the company's first drive-through and stand alone building concept.

Cellairis, one of the world’s largest wireless accessory companies, is opening its newest Washington location at Bellevue Square.

Little Caesars® Pizza is offering all United States armed forces veterans and active military members a free order of Crazy Bread® with proof of military status at participating stores nationwide this Veterans Day.

Pancheros Mexican Grill, a fast casual Mexican restaurant known for better built burritos, is celebrating its 21st anniversary with a "How to Turn 21" campaign that aims to find out what this birthday milestone is all about.

Massage Envy Spa, the pioneer and national leader of professional, convenient and affordable massage and spa services, announced today they’ve added to their executive team with a new chief operating officer and new general counsel.

Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop is partnering with the Las Vegas Rescue Mission to collect non-perishable food donations at all Las Vegas Capriotti’s locations to provide those in need with a Thanksgiving meal.

Villa Enterprise Management Ltd., Inc. (www.villaenterprises.com) announces the grand opening of its new South Philly Steaks& Fries location at The Outlet Shoppes at El Paso in Canutillo, TX this month.

The Wendy's® High School Heisman® program honored outstanding high school seniors with the distinguished recognition of State Winner in the states of the Midwest region.

With the cell phone repair segment accelerating as a multi-billion dollar industry, it’s obvious that our ability to stay connected through the more than 325 million wireless contracts in the US is not something we consider to be a luxury...

To underscore its position as a leader in the home care industry, SYNERGY HomeCare has received two prestigious industry honors for its excellence and commitment to quality.

Earlier this year, Orange County based senior care company Amada Senior Care announced it would be expanding its business into LA County with the opening an office in the South Bay area.

AvenueWest Global Franchise today announces the opening of its latest franchise location, AvenueWest Northern Colorado located in Fort Collins, CO at 1136 E. Stuart St., #4201.

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in Las Vegas is throwing a three-day party from Thursday, November 7 to Saturday, November 9.

Just in time to be added to your holiday to-do list, Häagen-Dazs® Shops are adding Peppermint Bark back to the menu for a limited time starting November 1st.

Best in Class Education Center (Best in Class) is proud to launch the "Best in Books" campaign, a social media contest to celebrate books and encourage reading during the upcoming holiday season.

Alert your taste buds! Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc. (Red Robin) is two weeks away from bringing even more craveable gourmet burgers to the Cincinnati-area.

Fans of Element® Hotels, Starwood Hotels & Resorts’ (NYSE:HOT) trailblazing, eco-wise brand, will raise a glass to the brand’s latest offer.

Einstein Bros.® Bagels and Noah's New York Bagels® are pleased to honor and thank American troops this Veterans Day by offering a FREE Bagel and Shmear to all active, inactive and retired military personnel on Monday, November 11.

Faye Herl, owner of a recently opened CarePatrol franchise in Houston, Texas, took a personal experience caring for an ill family member and transferred that passion into a career in assisted senior living referral services.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a management agreement with Claremont Group LLC for a Hyatt Regency hotel in the Kurdistan region of Iraq.

COIT advises homeowners to keep appliance user manuals after purchasing either small or large appliances.

The nation’s largest barbecue franchise is throwing a three-day party to celebrate the new Woodlands location.

Home Helpers has partnered with Veterans Care Coordination (VCC) to help qualifying veterans and surviving spouses receive the Department of Veterans Affairs' Pension with Aid and Attendance Benefit.

Massage Envy Spa, the pioneer and national leader of professional, convenient and affordable massage and spa services, has announced the latest recipient of its Massage Envy Scholarship Program.

On a beautiful fall day, Morris Habitat hosted two ground breaking ceremonies in Morristown. At 29 Hazel Street, right next door to another Morris Habitat duplex, an existing home will be renovated to accommodate two families.

Maui Wowi Hawaiian is continuing their efforts to support veterans by bringing back their "double discount" off the franchise fee during the month of November and December.

The Online Trading Academy global network of financial education centers and their employees gathered from around the world for their 8th Annual International Conference from October 6, 2013 through October 8, 2013.

In honor of their 5-year anniversary in Buffalo, Bar Louie at Walden Galleria is hosting a two-day blowout bash this Thursday and Friday.

Franchise Source Brands International™ (FSBI), a multi-brand business coaching franchisor with several high-performance brands under its helm, announces that it has named Paul Segreto as CEO.

Romacorp, Inc. and Manitowoq Platinum Pty Ltd together announce the reopening of Tony Roma’s located in Perth, Western Australia on Friday, 1st November 2013.

ANY LAB TEST NOW® announced that it will be able to expand its test offerings to consumers for suspected sensitivities and intolerances in partnership with ALCAT Worldwide.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announces the opening of Hyatt Place/Omaha Downtown Old Market, the first Hyatt-branded hotel in Nebraska.