The Daily Edition of Franchise Business News

Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc. (Red Robin) is looking for energetic and friendly team members to join the new Lacey, Wash. restaurant, located on Galaxy Drive Northeast, off of highway I-5 at exit 111. The restaurant is opening in early June.

Baskin-Robbins, the world's largest chain of ice cream specialty shops, is offering a special line-up of ice cream cakes to give thanks to Moms this Mother's Day.

How can you go wrong using the words “free” and “Ben & Jerry’s” in the same sentence? Ben & Jerry’s summer scoop truck program officially rolls into Tampa, Fl for the first time with free Greek Frozen...

The website for the RE/MAX Northern Illinois network, Illinoisproperty.com, has announced that its listings are now part of the first truly global online real estate resource for consumers: www.global.remax.com.

IFM Investments Limited, the exclusive franchisor for the CENTURY 21® brand in China, today announced that it will report its unaudited financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2013, before the U.S. markets open on May 13, 2013.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a management agreement with State Unitary Enterprise (Poytaht Qurilish va Xizmat) for a Hyatt Regency hotel in Tashkent, Uzbekistan.

EXIT Realty Corp. International, a real estate franchisor with brokerages across North America, today launched the EXIT Investor Center on the company's website, www.exitrealty.com/investorcenter.

BLACK ENTERPRISE will hold its 2013 Entrepreneurs Conference + Expo hosted by Nationwide Insurance on Wednesday, May 15 through Saturday, May 18 at the Columbus Convention Center in Columbus, Ohio.

The experts at SYNERGY HomeCare of Danbury are pleased to offer tips on how to monitor an older mother’s health and well-being.

Hertz Global Holdings, Inc.'s Chairman & Chief Executive Officer Mark Frissora is to speak at the 2013 Wells Fargo Securities Industrial & Construction Conference.

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) today announced that together with its owner and developer partners, it has invested more than $400 million to revitalize its New York City portfolio of hotels.

The 3rd Annual Michelle Radke Benefit in support of Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals (CMNH) and Lurie Children’s Hospital in Chicago will be held from 12:30 to 6 p.m. on May 19 in the Austin’s Fuel Room, 481 Peterson Road,...

Keller Williams Realty, Inc. recently made headlines when a team of agents in Florida shared their lotto winnings with a brand new employee who couldn’t participate in the pool.

Seattle Plumberand Mr. Rooter franchise owner Vinnie Sposari waited until the time was right to expand his business.

Dina Dwyer-Owens, Chairwoman and CEO of The Dwyer Group, will appear on a special episode of CBS’s hit reality show “Undercover Boss” titled “Undercover Boss: Epic Bosses” on Friday, May 17 at 8 p.m. ET/ 7 p.m. CT.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation today announced the Total Consideration as set forth in the table below in respect of its previously announced cash tender offer to purchase any and all of its $250,000,000 aggregate principal amount outstanding of 6.875%...

PrideStaff, a national staffing organization, is pleased to announce the expansion of their existing office in West Palm Beach, Florida.

Massage Envy locations in Northern New Jersey recently announced a special exclusive promotion for this Mother’s Day. Now, guests may receive one free ½ hour massage upgrade with the purchase of a gift card with a value of $99 or more.

SIGNARAMA, the world’s largest sign franchise, announces a new store at 2920 Ronald Reagan Blvd, Suite 105, under the ownership of Frederick Turner, who lives in nearby Buford.

Ten years ago, Tim Shepelak was courageous enough to escape corporate America and open the very first Growth Coach franchise in the country, in Cincinnati, Ohio.

IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) has signed a new franchise agreement with Airport Hotel Limited that will see the Old Manor House at Plaisance Airport become Holiday Inn Mauritius – Plaisance Airport.

Ignite Restaurant Group (NASDAQ: IRG), owner/operator of nearly 350 restaurants throughout the U.S., today announced that it will begin selling franchise licenses for its popular Brick House Tavern + Tap restaurants.

Alamo Drafthouse is celebrating the "Summer of 1983," a sequel to last year's extremely popular film series marking the 30th anniversary of the greatest Hollywood blockbusters of the 1980s.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE:H) today announced that Hyatt Regency O’Hare is the recipient of the company’s first “CEO’s Award for Innovation.”

Ground Round is returning again in markets where the brand is known. Rich Batley and his entire team at RB Hospitality have expanded beyond their Ground Round and Best Western Premier Bridgewood Resort Hotel in Neenah WI .

The Women Presidents' Organization (WPO) has named 24 Seven one of the 50 Fastest-Growing Women-Owned/Led Companies in the US, an annual program sponsored by American Express OPEN.

Extra Innings, the nation’s premiere indoor sports training centers, have announced that due to market demand they will be offering their retail “Locker Room” outlets to indoor sports training centers all across the US.

Aaron's, Inc. (NYSE: AAN) will sponsor the Aaron's Dream Weekend at Talladega Superspeedway for the 12th year, May 3-5.

Mama Fu’s Asian House, one of the hottest Asian concepts in the fast casual restaurant industry, recently relaunched its new Black Market Menu.

Weight Watchers International, Inc. (NYSE: WTW) today announced its results for the first quarter of fiscal 2013 and narrowed its fiscal 2013 earnings guidance.

CEC Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: CEC) today announced its financial results for its first quarter ended March 31, 2013.

Einstein Noah Restaurant Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: BAGL) today reported financial results for the first quarter ended April 2, 2013.

The RE/MAX Hot Air Balloon will pay a May 15 visit to Wildwood Elementary School, 6950 N. Hiawatha Ave., Chicago, where the balloon crew will present an interactive educational program developed and sponsored by the RE/MAX Northern Illinois real...

Aire Serv franchise owners from across the country gathered in California and Texas for corporate regional meetings this April.

Leading greeting card publisher and franchisor, Card Connection, has today announced it has appointed Penny Gelman as its new Business Development Manager for East Anglia, East Midlands and the South East.

The future of Spoiled Rotten® Photography just came into clearer focus with the recent launch of the 10-year-old company’s franchise division.

In honor of Cinco De Mayo, European Wax Center Livermore is offering a special promotion which includes $5 off allwaxing in Livermore, CA services.

Miracle Method, North America’s number one surface refinishing organization just wrapped up their National Convention at the Omni Hotel in Orlando, FL.

In an effort to provide professional, convenient and affordable lab testing; ANY LAB TEST NOW®, one of the nation's fastest-growing retail franchising opportunities, has opened a new and improved location in the Greensboro community.

Burger King Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE:BKW) today announced the sale of its wholly-owned subsidiary Burger King GmbH and its 91 company-owned Burger King® restaurants in Germany to Yi-Ko Holding GmbH.

The Second Cup Ltd. ("Second Cup" or the "Company") (TSX:SCU) reported financial results today for the thirteen weeks ended March 30, 2013 (the "Quarter" or "Q1").

Maui Wowi Hawaiian is donating 100% of its services to the Peoria Riverfront Museum fundraising event ‘FORE the Fun of it’ on Friday, May 3, 2013 in Peoria, Illinois.

Big Smoke Burger is taking the Middle East by storm since working with Fransmart, the franchise development company whose track record in the region includes the sale of 8 brands and over 200 units.

The Wendy’s Company (NASDAQ: WEN) today announced the declaration of its regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.04 per share, payable on June 17, 2013 to stockholders of record as of June 3, 2013.

Einstein Noah Restaurant Group, Inc. announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.125 per share, payable on July 15, 2013 to stockholders of record as of June 3, 2013.

Sears Hometown and Outlet Stores, Inc. (NASDAQ: SHOS) is introducing a “mini-showroom” franchise opportunity at the National Hardware Show on May 7-9 at the Las Vegas Convention Center.

Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park, creator of the world's first all-trampoline, walled playing court, is getting ready to open its newest franchise in Westlake, OH in June, 2013.

Following the completion of a comprehensive refurbishment project, DoubleTree by Hilton Bristol City Centre announced its opening today.

Serino-Brenner will maximize the brand's name and recently acknowledged reputation as no. 2 among all other competitors in the real estate category in the “Entrepreneur 2013 Franchise 500®” list.

Putco and Tint World, LLC have officially announced a strategic pairing of two industry leaders dedicated to providing today’s automotive enthusiast with the highest in quality aftermarket automotive accessories.

Huddle House, the 24-hour family-friendly restaurant chain celebrated for its comfort food, warm atmosphere and value pricing, opened its newest restaurant in Eagle Pass on April 29, 2013.

Pizza Fusion (http://www.pizzafusion.com) has announced a strategic alliance with MERA Corporation, a foodservice contract management company, to expand the chain into airports throughout the United States.

Togo's, a "West Coast Original" since 1971 serving up big, made-to-order sandwiches stuffed with the freshest ingredients, announced today it is accelerating its growth plans for Arizona.

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

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 first quarter ended March 31,...

Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. (NYSE: BBW), an interactive entertainment retailer, today reported results for the 2013 first quarter ended March 30, 2013.

Ranked the number one mobile tool franchise by Entrepreneur Magazine in 2012, Matco can help franchisees start their own business to satisfy current auto market needs.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (“Hyatt” or the “Company”) (NYSE: H) today reported first quarter 2013 financial results.

Noble Roman 's, Inc. (OTC/BB: NROM today announced that management will report its 2013 first quarter financial results after the market close on Thursday, May 9, 2013.

MosquitoNix®, the nation’s leader in mosquito control and mosquito misting systems, announced today that Mike Alexander, owner of Organizing Options, LLC, has purchased its Pittsburgh franchise.

South Beach Tanning Company has continued its salon conversion program by acquiring an existing salon in the Wellington Green Shopping Center next to LA Fitness in Wellington, FL.

Recently, America’s favorite mouse went high tech with the introduction of Chuck E. Cheese’s first-ever downloadable app.

A recent study conducted by the National Retail Federation revealed that Mother’s Day is one of the largest U.S. consumer spending holidays, with total spending topping $20 billion and increasing each year.

Book your next vacation at http://www.HyattGrandCypress.com and use code SUMMER to receive a food and beverage credit for use during your stay now through September 30, 2013.

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in Starke is holding a grand opening event on Friday, May 3 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Guests will enjoy mouthwatering Pulled Pork Big Barbecue sandwiches for just one dollar!

RE/MAX agents continue to be the most productive real estate professionals, as reported in the 2013 REAL Trends 500, a respected national survey that was released today.

Window Genie, the leader in home services welcomes Pat Braich to their team. Braich will open Window Genie's newest franchise outside of Seattle on May 6.

Nectir Inc., an emerging national network of staffing firms headquartered in Dallas, Texas, announces that Nectir Denver has officially opened its doors for business.

Liquid Nutrition Group Inc. announced today that, effective immediately, David Bellisario, who has been employed at Liquid Nutrition since January 3, 2013, has resigned as the Company's Chief Operating Officer.

They say that being a mother is the best job in the world, and the hardest. In celebration of Mother's Day, Giant Tiger Stores Limited is pleased to announce the Giant Tiger Mother of the Year Facebook Contest.

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is opening a new location in Raleigh off of Alexander Promenade this Thursday, May 2 at 11 a.m. The first 100 customers in line at the new Dickey’s will receive a free Pulled Pork Big Barbecue sandwich.