The Daily Edition of Franchise Business News

Paul Davis National, large loss specialists and part of the Paul Davis Restoration franchise network, has named Byron Sherrod to head the company’s construction consulting division.

Roetzel is proud to announce that partner Paul A. Giordano has been selected to serve a one-year term as the first President and Chairman of the Board of The Bankruptcy Legal Education Series Foundation, Inc. (BLES).

The wait is over for those eagerly anticipating the hot new HTC One - HTC's new flagship smartphone arrives today at RadioShack locations nationwide.

PRO Martial Arts, the nation's fastest growing Martial Arts concept, announces today that is has signed a multi unite agreement with Craig and Lori Kaufman to develop five dojos in the Sacramento, California market.

BAB, Inc. (OTCBB: BABB) announced that its Big Apple Bagels® franchises will be celebrating the 2nd annual “Big Apple Bagels National Bagel Day” on Friday, April 26.

Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE: CMG) today reported financial results for its first quarter ended March 31, 2013.

With this week’s introduction of a Piña Colada Smoothie, Jack in the Box® restaurants is sending a deliciously tempting signal that summer is almost here.

Fiesta Restaurant Group, Inc. (“Fiesta” or “the Company”) (NASDAQ: FRGI) today announced that it will host a conference call to review first quarter 2013 results on Tuesday, May 7, 2013 at 4:30 PM ET.

Home Care Assistance, North America’s leading provider of in-home care for seniors, is pleased to announce the grand opening of its new office in Wilmington, North Carolina.

J. Murphy, L.H.D. and co-owner of Paul Davis National has received top honors in total sales at Paul Davis Restoration Inc.’s national convention recently held in Orlando, Fla.

The renovations are nearing completion and it's down to the finishing touches. This Saturday, April 20, 2013, Giant Tiger unveils a fully renovated store located at 216 Goderich St., Port Elgin.

Cruise Holidays announced the expansion of several programs designed to attract and retain clients, all during Cruise Holidays' 2013 Mid-Year Meeting, April 12-14, 2013.

GNC Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: GNC), a leading global specialty retailer of health and wellness products, has scheduled a conference call and webcast to report its first quarter 2013 financial results on Friday, April 26 at 10:00 am EDT.

The Joint Corp., a leading franchisor of chiropractic clinics is proud to announce the opening of their newest location in Connecticut with the opening of their Fairfield clinic.

The Atlanta Falcons have selected RE/MAX of Georgia, the top real estate company in Atlanta, to be its Official Real Estate Partner in 2013.

The renovations are nearing completion and it's down to the finishing touches. This Saturday, April 20, 2013, Giant Tiger unveils a fully renovated store located at 20 Elizabeth St., Picton.

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) today announced the opening of Sheraton Pittsburgh Airport Hotel just outside Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT).

The second promotion in 2013, guests can receive a $5 discount for any of the professional waxing services in Toms River, NJ when guests purchase one full-sized product from European Wax Center Toms River.

Chiropractors have been caring for children for more than 100 years. Many common childhood ailments respond to this safe, natural form of health care.

Alamo Drafthouse Cinema is excited to announce Staff Training Days at its new movie theater and restaurant in Loudoun County, Virginia, ahead of its grand opening on Friday, May 3rd, 2013.

The renovations are nearing completion and it's down to the finishing touches. This Saturday, April 20, 2013, Giant Tiger unveils a fully renovated store located at 200 Fitch St., Welland.

Panera Bread has partnered with the Foodbank of Santa Barbara County by participating in the Foodbank’s Grow Your Own Way (GYOW) program.

For the fourth consecutive year, Aaron's, Inc. and Michael Waltrip Racing (MWR) will honor a college football national champion from the state of Alabama during the May NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race at Talladega Superspeedway.

CEC Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE:CEC) today announced that it will host a conference call with investors on Thursday, May 2, 2013 to discuss financial results for the first quarter of 2013

Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. (NYSE:BBW will report results for its fiscal first quarter ended March 30, 2013, on May 2, 2013, prior to the opening of trading on the New York Stock Exchange.

Burger King Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: BKW) will release its first quarter 2013 financial results on Friday, April 26, 2013 and will host an investor conference call that morning at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time.

World of Beer (WOB) a thriving beer-centric tavern boasting an extensive collection of brews from around the globe, will expand into the Seattle area in Renton, Washington at 822 N 10th Place, on April 22, 2013.

IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) one of the world’s largest hotel companies, has signed its first Hotel Indigo in Italy, the Hotel Indigo Rome-St George.

The fastest-growing fast casual build-your-own pizza franchise, Uncle Maddio’s Pizza Joint, will explode into the Florida market in 2013, beginning with its first location in Tallahassee in May.

Smoothie franchises shook off the effects of the recession in 2012, with same-store sales growing for several companies.

Wingstop recently appointed 20-year restaurant veteran Ted Leovich as its Vice President of International Operations to support the company’s international expansion.

Smashburger, America's fastest growing "better burger" restaurant is ready to expand further into Canada with the help of its newest team member, Audra Wosik, Director of Franchise Sales in Canada.

Leave it to the nation's only marijuana-themed restaurant, Cheba Hut "Toasted" Subs, to host one of the biggest 420 celebrations in Boulder, Colo.

Weight Watchers International, Inc. (NYSE: WTW) will release its results for the first quarter 2013 after the NYSE closes on Thursday, May 2, 2013.

With the July 2012 introduction of The New Miami Subs Grill’s Fresh Angus Steak Burgers, the iconic South Florida-based brand is proving to be a contender in the fast casual, premium burger market.

Six RE/MAX brokerages operating 19 offices in the metropolitan Chicago real estate market are among the top performing firms across the United States recognized in the 2013 RISMedia Power Broker Report, which was published this month.

Realogy Holdings Corp. (NYSE: RLGY) today announced that it will host the inaugural Realogy FWD Innovation Summit, on Tuesday, June 18 at Realogy’s new, state-of-the-art headquarters building in Madison, N.J.

Dunkin' Brands today announced that starting early next week approximately 2,000 participating Dunkin’ Donuts restaurants in Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island and Maine will collect donations from guests, starting at $1, to be...

Cellairis, the world's largest franchised wireless accessory company, today announced DIY expert and Founder of P.S. - I made this…,Erica Domesek , as a spokesperson for Shout! custom case builder.

Creative Learning Corporation (OTCBB:CLCN), owner and developer of Bricks 4 Kidz®, the highly-popular children's education and enrichment program, is pleased to announce that the Company has recently rolled out Challenge Island®.

Snap-on Incorporated (NYSE: SNA) today announced operating results for the first quarter of 2013.

Hampton Hotels today announced the results of a strong first quarter, with the opening of 22 new properties and the addition of 2,134 new guestrooms.

The housing recovery continues, with both home sales and prices rising in each month of 2013.

On Saturday, April 20, 2013 Giant Tiger will celebrate the official opening of its new store in North Bay located at 278 Lakeshore Drive.

The Open Arms Health Clinic is the place to receive high quality, compassionate, free care for those with limited access to care.

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is throwing a grand opening celebration on Friday, April 19 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Covington.

In the wake of the explosions at the Boston Marathon, safety experts offer a reminder that there are steps that can be taken to protect yourself and your family in a crowd.

The Wendy’s Company (NASDAQ: WEN) today announced that its indirect wholly owned subsidiary, Wendy’s International, Inc., has entered into an agreement to refinance its existing credit facility.

Now, the personal and professional journey of this tough and highly energetic Jersey native will unfold on national television as he gets a front-line look at the inner workings of his Retro Fitness chain in the hit CBS series "Undercover Boss.

Houston's Heights area will welcome the 19th Massage Heights Retreat in Houston, owned by a husband and wife team who discovered the benefits of therapeutic massage and decided to make it a part of their life.

The RE/MAX Hot Air Balloon will visit Annunciation BVM Catholic Elementary School, 1840 Church Road, Aurora, Ill., on April 22.

Expedia® CruiseShipCenters® - part of Expedia® Inc. is making it easier for potential franchise partners in Quebec to make their entrepreneurial dreams come true by exhibiting at The National Franchise & Business Opportunities Show...

It’s round five for Intero Real Estate Services’ Intero Prestigio virtual magazine and this one features luxury properties across California and into Arizona.

Winmark Corporation (Nasdaq: WINA) announced today net income for the quarter ended March 30, 2013 of $4,057,500 (or $.78 per share diluted) compared to net income of $3,516,000 (or $.67 per share diluted) in the first quarter of 2012.

Royal LePage Real Estate Services (Royal LePage) today launched a new, fresh, feature and content-rich website (www.royallepage.ca), working with Google for its leading edge technologies and Plastic Mobile, a leading creative agency.

Pizza Patrón awarded Jason LeVecke, Margaret LeVecke, Carl LeVecke and David Padilla of Pizza Revolución, LLC the Patrón of the Year award at its 2013 National Franchise Convention

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in Oviedo is having a grand opening celebration from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 20. Guests will enjoy $1 Pulled Pork Big Barbecue sandwiches, and three lucky customers will win free barbecue for a year.

Pinot's Palette, a national Paint and Sip franchise known for providing guests with an entertaining evening of art and wine, has kicked off 2013 by earning several commendations for its continued growth and success.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) honored the top owners and developers of its hotels at its global owners’ conference in Orlando, Fla.

Gap Inc. (NYSE:GPS) today is announcing detailed plans to strategically gain market share in North America and around the world through its portfolio of six brands.

Alamo Drafthouse Cinemas is pleased to announce plans to open its first Lubbock area location with franchise partner Triple Tap Ventures LLC. Alamo Drafthouse Cinema Lubbock will be located in the North Slide Square center at 5200 North Loop 289.

Woof Gang Bakery opened the first store in Jupiter, Fla. in Oct. 2007, followed by a location in Palm Beach Gardens and another on the island of Palm Beach.

Sotheby's International Realty Affiliates LLC today announced its luxury real estate services are now available in Malta with the opening of Malta Sotheby's International Realty.

Leave it to Jack in the Box® restaurants to change the hearty grain’s perception from dud to dynamite by topping it with a dried blueberry blend and adding the flavor of a breakfast pastry by mixing in a swirl of streusel.

GYMGUYZ, a mobile personal training unit, is a company that focuses on individualized one-on-one personal fitness all while enhancing a client's overall well being and developing a personalized exercise and nutrition program.

Interim HealthCare franchisees, were recognized by the Franchisor, Interim HealthCare Inc., for excellence in growth and leadership during the 2012 business year.

Diversified Restaurant Holdings, Inc. announced today that its common stock has been approved for listing on the NASDAQ Capital Market under the new ticker symbol BAGR.