The Daily Edition of Franchise Business News

Wingstop of Doraville will celebrate its grand opening Monday, September 30 with a special offer for fans – five free wings to every customer who walks in.

Dunkin’ Brands Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: DNKN), the parent company of Dunkin’ Donuts and Baskin-Robbins, today enhanced its IT leadership team with the appointment of two new vice presidents.

ROCKIN’ JUMP – The Ultimate Trampoline Park – is pleased to announce the signing of an area development agreement with its newest franchisee, Amphibious Holdings LLC.

2012 Olympic champion and national sporting celebrity, Sally Pearson, broke the Guinness World Record for the fastest 100m egg and spoon race in Australia on Monday morning.

Boneheads is positioning itself as a viable international brand by providing entrepreneurs overseas with the opportunity to invest in a concept that is attractive to customers around the world.

Weichert, Realtors successfully raised $70,000 in donations for the American Cancer Society (ACS) to fund breast cancer research during its 13th Annual Charity Golf Outing.

Medifast, Inc. entered into a settlement with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") related to the restatement of certain items in the Company's previously issued financial statements for 2006 through 2009.

It’s shaping up to be a happy holiday for job seekers looking for a seasonal job, according to the sixth-annual survey commissioned by Snagajob, America’s largest hourly employment marketplace for job seekers and employers.

Roetzel is pleased to announce that Christopher R. D’Amico has joined the firm’s Business Services group as a partner in the Orlando office.

Krispy Kreme announced today that it has signed its first development agreement in South America with Bogota-based IRCC Ltda., a subsidiary of the VA! Group.

Mr. Appliance of Central Maryland was awarded the "Best of the Best" designation for excellence by Follow Media Consulting, Inc. in the category of Appliance Repair Bowie MD.

Nebraska is about to get a taste of South Beach. Coming in the fall of 2013, to 2104 Lawrence Lane in Grand Island, Nebraska, is South Beach Tanning Company’s first franchise location in the Midwest.

HomeVestors, also known as the "We Buy Ugly Houses®"company, and Local Market Monitor project that investing in single family homes as rental properties remains a good bet, even as home prices continue to rise.

Card Connection has today announced that Tony Lees, franchisee for Ireland’s South West region has been selected as a finalist for the Irish Franchisee Awards.

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc.® (NYSE:HOT) today announced it will introduce its fast growing Aloft brand to Durham, North Carolina.

Window World, Inc.®, America's largest replacement window and home remodeling company, was recently ranked No. 1 Window Company in Qualified Remodeler's annual Top 500.

Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC (SCEA) and Taco Bell® today announced a co-branded, six week “Play the Future First” promotion, beginning Sept. 26.

NOVUS Glass, the inventor of windshield repair, is proud to welcome their newest franchisee, Derek and Malika Covington of Bowie, Maryland.

Just as high school football is heating up across D-FW, Wingstop is reintroducing its High School Scholar Athlete of the Month program, which recognizes top students throughout North Texas.

Total Woman Gym + Spa, a full service gym and spa designed to empower and guide women to reach their personal health and wellness goals, announces its first nationwide franchise program.

Maui Wowi Hawaiian, a unique Hawaiian coffee and fruit smoothie franchise, is celebrating National Coffee Day by offering coffee enthusiasts 45 percent off all packaged coffees on Sunday, September 29, 2013.

Hurricane Grill & Wings® will be opening in Sarasota at the Westfield Sarasota Square Mall. Hurricane Grill & Wings continues their expansion with the 36th location in the state of Florida.

Matt Paxton, “Hoarders” television personality and author of “The Secret Lives of Hoarders,” today announced he will join forces with disaster restoration experts ServiceMaster Restore®.

The InterContinental® Hotels & Resorts brand is proud to be the first hotel chain to have all of its IHG® corporate-managed restaurants in the United States and Canada become Certified Green Restaurants®.

PRO Martial Arts, the nation’s fastest growing Martial Arts concept, announces today that it has signed an agreement with Mark McCullough and Rob Chiatello to develop in the Washington D.C. market.

Print Three is a proud recipient of the 2013 Consumer Choice Award for "Best Printing Service in Toronto." This award marks the sixteenth consecutive year that Print Three has claimed a win in the category.

Diversified Restaurant Holdings, Inc. today announced it opened its newest Bagger Dave's in Traverse City, Michigan on Sunday, September 22, 2013.

Biggby Defiance won the 2013 Best of Defiance Award for its ability to utilize programs effectively to generate competitive advantages and long-term value. Sue Strausbaugh, store owner, is proud to be a part of the community.

Human resources executives from La Quinta will attend Blackstone's inaugural Veterans Hiring Summit to support the hiring of American veterans across the alternative asset management firm's portfolio companies.

FranNet has been awarded a high honor as one of Franchise Business Review’s Top Low-Cost Franchises, marking continued prominence for the franchise consulting brand.

Valpak, a leader in local print and digital coupons, announced today that it has signed a franchise agreement with Daniel Wainwright to bring Valpak's services to businesses and residents in the Lake Charles, LA, area.

CBY and Silk® are proud to announce a winner in the “You + Beach = The Perfect Match” sweepstakes! The winner is 26-year-old Amanda Zinn of Boston.

Digital printing franchise PostNet is on pace to add at least twice as many franchises in 2013 as it did a year ago.

The feedback is in – Chuck E. Cheese’s first-ever downloadable app, Chuck E.’s Say Cheese!, is a hit, and the mobile industry has taken notice.

New statistics from the MRINetwork Recruiter Sentiment Study reveal hiring of executive and managerial talent is largely candidate-driven, forcing companies to simplify their hiring processes to extend job offers to top talent faster.

Unique Pizza and Subs Corporation (OTC Markets Groups Inc.: OTC Pink: UPZS-News) a Delaware Corporation, is pleased to announce its CEO James Vowler has been featured on Wall Street Weekly.

How Do You Roll? has partnered with Lifestyle Revolutions, personal training and nutrition gurus, to further the company’s mission to make the world better.

Jack in the Box Inc. (NASDAQ: JACK) today announced that its management is scheduled to present at the Wells Fargo Securities 2013 Retail & Restaurants Summit on Tuesday, October 1, 2013, at 8:45 a.m. ET.

Guidant Financial today announced explosive growth in its Rollover as Business Start-Ups (ROBS) offering.

Bill Perkins, Master Franchise Owner of Vanguard Cleaning Systems of Tampa Bay, was one of five Vanguard® Master Franchise Owners who opened offices in 2003.

The Joint Corp., the leading franchisor of chiropractic clinics, announced today a record-setting Grand Opening day for their Wolfchase clinic in Memphis, Tennessee earlier this month.

Today, Gap introduces the brand's second exclusive menswear collection designed by GQ's four Best New Menswear Designers in America for 2013.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (“Hyatt” or the “Company”) (NYSE: H) today summarized previously announced asset sales.

MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes, a fast-casual, "better burger" chain, is redefining the way that brands talk to fans by connecting with them directly in a digital landscape.

On Friday, September 27 at 11 a.m. the new Dickey’s in Vacaville will open its doors and the first 50 dine-in customers who purchase an item on that day will receive a Dickey’s gift card fully loaded with up to $50.

Krispy Kreme® has something brewing for its doughnut and coffee fans on National Coffee Day. This Sunday, September 29, get a FREE 12oz cup of hot coffee at participating Krispy Kreme US and Canada locations.

On Thursday, September 26 at 7:00 p.m., six national thought-leaders will be taking part in "Making Dough & Making Change: A Social Entrepreneurship Summit."

Inland American Lodging Group, Inc. and Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H), today announced the respective purchase and sale of the 14-story, 501-room Hyatt Regency Santa Clara in Santa Clara, Calif.

Liberty Tax Service, a subsidiary of JTH Holding, Inc. (NASDAQ: TAX), is reminding business owners that the Affordable Care Act (ACA) requires them to notify employees by October 1, 2013 of health insurance coverage options.

TITLE Boxing Club, a fitness franchise that offers explosive total body boxing and kickboxing fitness workouts, has introduced a revamped, modern look to its clubs.

RNR Custom Wheels and Tire Express recently held a picnic to celebrate the winners of their Steak and Beans contest.

Sports Image®, a leader in the high school and youth sports marketing industry, has just awarded another Sports Marketing Franchise to Mr. Alvin Hill in the Charlotte, NC area. S

MaaS Pros is thrilled to announce its first Licensee in the United Kingdom. Dylan Alexander of West London, UK has decided to join the MaaS Pros family.

Massage Envy Spa, the pioneer and national leader of professional, convenient and affordable massage and spa services, announced today the opening of its 900th franchise location in Brick, N.J.

"Many students and their parents dread report cards, but we encourage parents to use these tools to help their children," says Eileen Huntington, co-founder of Huntington Learning Center.

Chocolate Works is thrilled to announce the opening of its first Long Island franchise, located in Commack, NY in the Peppertree Commons at 6401 Jericho Turnpike.

Direct Capital has released an exciting new ebook that walks business owners through the entire financing process, revealing useful tips along the way to ultimately help small business owners get the funds they need faster.

Edo Japan, one of Canada’s leading fast casual restaurants, will open its second Surrey location, in the Guildford Town Centre food court, today at 10 a.m.

CUPS Frozen Yogurt – That’s Hot™ will celebrate the grand opening of its first Florida location on Thursday, September 26 at Wellington Green Commons, 2605 South State Road 7, #420 in Wellington, Florida.

Arby's Restaurant Group, Inc. (ARG) today announced that Rob Lynch will join the company as Arby's Brand President and Chief Marketing Officer.

For the seventh consecutive year, Pizza Hut through its World Hunger Relief Campaign will continue its mission to help put an end to this global issue.

Rainbow Academy® is proud to introduce the children and working parents of New Jersey's Passaic County to the newest school in its growing "Family of Early Learning Centers" – Rainbow Academy of Clifton.

Burger enthusiasts in Lawton will have something new to drool over, as MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes, a fast-casual, “better burger” chain is excited to announce the opening of its new restaurant at 6121 Northwest Cache Road today.

This fall, travelers across the U.S. and Canada have a chance to win an exclusive vacation for two as well as their share of over 1.5 million Wyndham Rewards® points.

MusclePharm Corporation is proud to announce that the Arnold Series™, an exclusive line of new nutritional supplements developed by Arnold Schwarzenegger and MusclePharm will launch today on GNC.com.

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