The Daily Edition of Franchise Business News

After experiencing more than 7,000 percent growth over the past three years, BlueGrace Logistics’ momentum is still going strong.

DineEquity, Inc. (NYSE: DIN), the parent company of Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar® and IHOP® restaurants, today announced financial results for the second quarter of 2013.

Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: HTZ) (with its subsidiaries, the "Company" or "we") today issued a correction to its previously released second quarter earnings announcement.

Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) announced robust system growth with the addition of 113 domestic and international newly opened franchised properties during the second quarter of 2013.

Bullritos came out of the chute in 2009 as the latest Tex-Mex brainchild of local restaurateur Russell Ybarra, owner of two established Houston-based full service chains, Gringo’s Mexican Kitchen and Jimmy Changas.

Texas Roadhouse, Inc. (NasdaqGS: TXRH), today announced financial results for the 13 and 26 week periods ended June 25, 2013.

Wyndham Rewards®, Wyndham Hotel has introduced new measures to help make rewards more tangible and achievable for travelers regardless of how often or where they travel.

Realtor.com® and Century 21 Real Estate LLC today announced a contract renewal resulting in continued Showcase Listing advertising opportunities for all CENTURY 21® U.S.-based brokerages.

The week of August 4 is International Assistance Dog Week and Interim HealthCare celebrates by highlighting the contributions of Odie, a five-year-old Golden Retriever who is improving the lives of seniors in South Florida.

Rita's Italian Ice announced today it raised $180,988 following the June conclusion of the company's nationwide annual Paper Lemon Fundraising campaign and eighth annual partnership with Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation (ALSF).

Jack in the Box® isn’t chicken when it comes to trying new flavors to enhance its menu. Adding a flavorful twist to a guest favorite, Jack in the Box this week introduced a BBQ version of its Really Big Chicken Sandwich.

Rainbow International® has prepared life-saving tips for dealing with house fires.

Premium Franchise Brands LLC, a holding company of Jan-Pro Franchising International, Inc. (Jan-Pro), and Maid Right Franchising LLC, announced today the signing of four new territory Master Owners.

El Pollo Loco announced today that restaurant industry veteran Kay Bogeajis has joined the company as Chief Operating Officer.

PrideStaff, a national staffing organization, is pleased to announce the opening of a new staffing and employment agency in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.

Huntington offers six back-to-school tips.

Romeo's Pizza is inviting entrepreneurs to explore franchise ownership opportunities with Romeo's Pizza. Romeo's Pizza has put together a strategic growth plan and have plans to grow the brand in the State of Ohio.

Tossed® today announced the signing of a 30 unit franchise development agreement with Al Sayegh Brothers Trading Company, a multi-national conglomerate, based in the United Arab Emirates.

Chicken Salad Chick, the nation’s newest, fast-casual restaurant concept, is scheduled to open Florida’s second Chicken Salad Chick franchise today, (Tuesday) July 30, 2013, in Destin.

Mainstream Boutique is feeling the shift in shopping trends, which has translated into exponential growth in terms of system-wide sales and boutique openings around the country.

Annually, Filta Environmental Kitchen Solutions hosts an Owners’ conference for Franchise Owners to network and learn new skills to improve their business.

Domino's Pizza (NYSE: DPZ), the recognized world leader in pizza delivery, has crowned Corey McKanna with the prestigious title of U.S. Manager of the Year. McKanna was awarded at a recent Domino's Pizza awards ceremony.

Home lighting is a necessity in all residences, and ordinarily comes without room for creativity or flexibility. However, customized residential lighting options can give homeowners an outlet for creating a unique, cost-effective and customized...

GNC Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: GNC),the nation's largest specialty retailer of health, wellness and sports nutrition products, today announced that it has named Carmine Fortino as Executive Vice President, Business Development.

Card Connection has today announced that Ron and Shirley Maynard have been named as one of just two finalists for the prestigious British Franchise Association HSBC Micro-business Franchisee of the year awards for 2013.

The New England Franchise Association (NEFA), the trade organization for franchisors and franchisees in the region, recently named Michael Eisner of Lapels Dry Cleaning as a member of its board of directors.

Sports Image®, a leader in the high school and youth sports marketing industry, has just awarded another Florida Sports Marketing Franchise to Mr. Darren Kempf in the St. Petersburg area.

Dickey’s Barbecue is growing across California. The Dickey’s in Fremont and San Jose are celebrating by hosting a customer appreciation day this Friday, August 2 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

J.D. Byrider, the country’s leading used car sales and finance enterprise, reports strong growth trends halfway through 2013.

Auntie Anne’s, Inc., the franchisor of the world’s largest hand-rolled soft pretzel chain recently announced the addition of Andy Kmiec to the executive team.

GameTruck Licensing, LLC, a leader in video game entertainment, pledges their continued support to Make-A-Wish and its mission to grant the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions.

Flip Flop Shops is extending its “Flip Flop Fridays” movement throughout the end of August and in-shop and online donations to the American Heart Association (AHA) throughout the remainder of the year.

Everywhere you look these days, restaurants are adding barbecue specials to their menus to take advantage of the BBQ trend that's sweeping the quick-service restaurant segment.

ServiceMaster All Care Restoration, Phoenix, AZ has decided to expand their online marketing strategy with RestorationMaster™.

Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: HTZ) (with its subsidiaries, the "Company" or "we") reported second quarter 2013 worldwide revenues of $2.7 billion, an increase of 22.0% year-over-year.

Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop announces the arrival of their first of three Houston area restaurants.

Choice Hotels International, Inc., (NYSE:CHH) today reported the following highlights for the second quarter of 2013.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE:H) announced today the opening of Grand Hyatt Shenyang, the first Hyatt-branded hotel in Northeast China that will provide a new level of upscale sophistication to business and leisure travelers in Shenyang, the...

Russo’s Restaurants, the concepts that have boldly built their reputations on being undeniably authentic in every way, announced today that it has appointed Ali Elalayet to executive chef.

Good Times Restaurants Inc. (NASDAQ: GTIM) today announced that it will be offering units consisting of one share of common stock and a warrant to purchase one share of common stock in an underwritten public offering.

Realogy Holdings Corp. (NYSE: RLGY), a global leader in residential real estate franchising and provider of real estate brokerage, relocation, and title and settlement services, today reported financial results for the second quarter ended June 30,...

Rita's Italian Ice, the nation's largest Italian Ice concept with over 600 outlets in 20 states, announced today Michael Lorelli, an Operating Partner of Falconhead Capital has been named Executive Chairman of the Board.

Trends in Academic Progress 2012, Huntington Learning Center, a leading national supplemental education services provider, affirmed its commitment to helping students of all ages make greater gains in reading and math.

Burger 21® announced it has expanded the brand to Georgia and North Carolina with the opening of its first Metro Atlanta restaurant today followed by a new location in Charlotte, N.C., on Aug. 5.

Gold’s Gym, the world’s leading authority on health and fitness, is once again breaking new ground. The company announced today that a new Gold’s Gym Express® is coming to 2101 W. Broadway in Columbia, Mo., in the fall of 2013.

The recent opening of BodyBrite at 14615 West Maple Road, Suite 105 in Omaha comes as a sign of relief for men and women living with unwanted hair and wrinkles.

The entrepreneurial spirit is alive and burning bright in Dwayne Robinson, and he wants to light that same fire inside others through The Interface Financial Group (IFG) franchise he recently opened in Clarksville, Md.

European Wax Center Missouri City recently revealed a brand new way for students to save – the Student Wax Pass!

GRILLiT, Inc. (OTC: GRLT) (the "Company") today announced its first franchised store opening. The new GRILLiT restaurant is located at 555 Church St, in downtown Nashville, Tennessee.

Cinnabon, Inc. has signed a master franchise deal to develop several bakeries in Georgia, marking the brand's entry into the Eurasian country and further cementing Cinnabon as a global leader in baked goods and specialty drinks.

Century 21 Real Estate LLC, the franchisor of the world’s largest residential real estate sales organization, today announced that the company won a pair of marketing and communications awards for its innovative SimCity Social marketing...

Boneheads Grilled Fish and Piri Piri Chicken, an Atlanta-based fast-casual restaurant concept, announces its partnership with Mark Miller, James Beard award winner and celebrity chef.

Brightway Insurance, a leading national independent insurance retailer, announced Heather Hill, 27, as owner of a new franchise location at 12950 Race Track Rd., Suite 115, in Tampa.

Ella Walk in Baths recently became a preferred vendor of DreamMaker Bath and Kitchen, a national and independently owned remodeling franchise.

Russo’s Coal-Fired Italian Kitchen has arrived. Now, Tulsa residents can savor the tastes, aromas and unmistakable ambiance of an authentic New York-style pizzeria.

Dickey’s Barbecue, the Dallas-based franchise known for slow-smoked barbecue announced today that they will begin selling whole meat options in all stores across the country.

European Wax Center Louisville is thrilled to showcase its latest promotion - the Beach Bod Special for hair removal in Louisville, Kentucky.

Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc. (Red Robin), known as the Gourmet Burger Expert, is looking for energetic and friendly team members to join the East Peoria, Ill. restaurant located at the corner of Altorfer Drive and W. Washington Street.

Zippy Shell USA, LLC announced that their newest franchise serving Fairfield County, CT officially open for business.

Since opening in 2008, Massage Envy Spa in Flemington, New Jersey has become an important part of its local community.

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) today reported second quarter 2013 financial results.

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-to-date period ended June 30, 2013.

GRILLiT, Inc. (OTC: GRLT) (the "Company") today announced its master franchise strategy and plan. The Company said that with its new Chief Executive Officer, Ghazi Hajj, now in charge, it is ready to announce the franchise program and begin its...

Transworld Business Advisors announces a new location in the Fox River Valley area of northern Illinois under the ownership of local resident Linda Thomas.

House Doctors Handyman Service has partnered with Tamarack the creator of the modern whole house fan and a leading ventilation product provider so their franchisees can install products that will help make homes healthier.

Abrakadoodle hosted an open house celebration from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm on Monday, July 22nd at its new global headquarters located at 46030 Manekin Plaza, Suite 110 in Sterling.

Maui Wowi Hawaiian, a dual beverage concept specializing in fresh brewed Hawaiian coffees and all-natural smoothies, opened its newest location this week on Long Island in Wantagh, New York.