The Daily Edition of Franchise Business News

In a matter of 25 years Flippers Pizzeria, the Orlando pizza restaurant has grown to 14 very successful locations and tops annual sales of more than $20 million.

Watermill Express, the nation’s largest drive-up vendor of pure drinking water, provided water to the March of Dimes/March for Babies Walk at the Brownsville Events Center in Brownsville, Texas.

CKO Kickboxing, one of the fastest-growing health fitness franchises, opened its newest fitness kickboxing gym at 2188 US 130, North Brunswick in January.

Launched this April at various locations across North America, TapSnap is the special event photo booth reinvented as an open-concept, high-tech phototainment system that is instantly connected to social media.

Play N Trade Inc. one of the largest video game retail franchises in the world, is excited to announce its attendance at the 2013 National Franchise and Business Opportunities Expo in Montreal, Quebec.

Brightway Insurance, a leading national independent insurance retailer, recently opened its newest franchise store in Palm Coast, Fla.

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit will open its newest location in Winchester, Virginia on Thursday, April 18 at 11 a.m. The first 100 guests in line will receive a free Pulled Pork Big Barbecue sandwich.

Started in Australia in 2002, it was the simple idea of offering healthy foods through vending machines in convenient locations. Now it’s spread worldwide.

European Wax Center Colorado Springs recently introduces an exciting new way to save money at its already low-priced waxing location that specializes in waxing in Colorado Springs, CO.

Saturday, April 20th, beginning at 2 p.m. until 8 p.m., Mellow Mushroom, in the Brookhaven neighborhood in Atlanta, is hosting a fundraiser supporting the troops serving in the 10th Mountain Division in Afghanistan.

Domino's Pizza (NYSE: DPZ) the recognized world leader in pizza delivery, is updating its revolutionary Domino's Tracker with a new experience exclusive to customers who order Domino's Handmade Pan Pizza.

The newest California location will open this Thursday, April 18 at 11 a.m. The first 100 customers will receive a free mouthwatering Pulled Pork Big Barbecue sandwich.

The Beef Jerky Outlet Franchise, a unique national retail franchise specializing in all kinds of beef jerky, is preparing for an exciting exhibit at the International Franchise Expo in New York at the Javits Center June 20-22, 2013.

Maui Wowi’s newest Franchisee has found his match. David Beauchamp from Novato, California, a town 20 miles north of the Bay Bridge, has joined the coffee and smoothie franchise company with confidence and says he feels right at home.

ZIPS Dry Cleaners, an aggressively expanding Mid-Atlantic dry cleaning franchise chain, recently announced the continuation of its regional growth plans with the signing of three separate development deals totaling four new stores.

Just days after doubling its footprint in Indianapolis, Indiana, ABRA Auto Body & Glass, a leading national vehicle repair company and one of the country’s fastest growing multi-shop repair operators, continued its national expansion with...

Realogy Holdings Corp. (NYSE: RLGY) will release its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2013 on Wednesday, May 1, 2013.

Today, the 108 franchisees of Los Angeles, CA-based Robeks Premium Fruit Smoothies began utilizing Silvercrest Advertising’s state-of-the-art Localized Media Automation Platform (LMAP) to create personalized, geo-targeted advertising tactics.

The Canadian Franchise Association (CFA) (www.cfa.ca) is pleased to announce that Home Instead Senior Care is the Grand Prize winner of the 2013 CFA Awards.

Realogy Holdings Corp. (NYSE: RLGY) ("Realogy") today announced the closing of its previously announced public offering of 40.25 million shares of its common stock by certain funds affiliated with Apollo Global Management, LLC.

Five Nixon Peabody partners have been recognized in the 2013 edition of Chambers Global: The World’s Leading Lawyers for Business. Chambers Global covers more than 180 countries and ranks individual lawyers worldwide and by regions.

Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group today announced the appointment of Todd Folbrecht as vice president, Development, Americas. He will report directly to Bob Kleinschmidt, chief financial officer and chief development officer.

Hilton Worldwide announced that it has signed a management agreement with YAPAR SA de CV for a 130-room DoubleTree by Hilton hotel in Toluca, Mexico.

Is it possible for a carpet cleaning company to be a green franchise? Most carpet cleaners use a lot of soaps and phosphates in their attempts to remove stains and dirt. Not only are harsh chemicals bad on the environment, they can be dangerous to...

The nation's premium healthy smoothie and juice bar franchise, Robeks, plans to expand its footprint in the Tampa Bay region.

AlphaGraphics, Inc., a global leader in marketing and print communications solutions, announced today that eight franchise centers are celebrating their 25th anniversary this year.

RadioShack Corporation (NYSE: RSH) will host a live webcast of its first-quarter earnings conference call with investors starting at 9 a.m. ET on Tuesday, April 23, 2013, to review financial results for the first quarter, which ended March 31,...

Ice House America announces the “IceBorn Franchise Giveaway for Veterans” contest – where one deserving veteran will win an IceBorn House franchise valued at $118,000, plus 12 months of free royalty and marketing fees.

Valpak, a leader in local print and digital coupons, announced today that it has signed a franchise agreement to bring The Blue Envelope® to residents and businesses in Tri County, Pa.

A recent survey conducted by global research company Ispos found that one in five employees now telecommutes on a frequent basis.

Commemorating April 22, Earth Day, Cartridge World is reminding businesses, schools and customers that printer cartridges don’t have to damage the environment or break the bank.

Denny's Corporation (Nasdaq:DENN) plans to announce financial and operating results for its first quarter ended March 27, 2013 on Tuesday, April 30, 2013, after the markets close.

Pretzelmaker® is inviting customers to "shake up their bites" this spring with the kick-off of two new flavors of Pretzel Bites: Buffalo Blue Cheese and Cracked Pepper & Sea Salt.

Century 21 Real Estate LLC today announced it has received global recognition for its SimCity Social Facebook campaign with a Platinum Award from the 2013 AVA Digital Awards competition.

Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP announces that Anthony E. Dowell and Brian P. Lynch have joined the firm’s Indianapolis office.

March home sales paint a picture of steady progress in the housing segment of the seven-county metropolitan Chicago real estate market, according to an analysis by RE/MAX.

Along with general education about the Better Life line of natural household cleaning products and the benefits of using a green house cleaning service, Better Life Maids will be hosting demonstrations on safe and sustainable cleaning practices.

Residents and small businesses in the Ventura, CA area don’t have to worry about those chores this spring. Window Genie announces the grand opening of their newest location, owned by Anthony Bernardi, opening in Moorpark on Monday, April 22.

Koko FitClub, the state-of-the-art workout centers with the patented Smartraining automated personal training system, launches its second annual "Koko 5 Million Point Challenge" campaign in support of the American Cancer Society's Relay For...

Anago Cleaning Systems (Anago) announced the winners of several awards given to Franchisees across its extensive international network.

After more than 12,000 hours of industry experience and six months of technical preparation, Mary Kennedy Thompson, president of Mr. Rooter LLC, passed the West Virginia Journeyman Plumbing Exam, earning her plumbing license.

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 its newest location in the Pearland community.

Private business owners in Salt Lake City will benefit from their very own board of directors supplied by The Alternative Board's newest office opening soon in northern Utah.

Brinker International, Inc. (NYSE: EAT), will hold its quarterly conference call to discuss third quarter results on Tuesday, April 23, 2012, at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time (9:00 a.m. Central time).

Only 12 miles from the original, Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop opens its 19th Delaware restaurant in Newark, at Harmony Plaza.

Famous Dave's of America, Inc. (Nasdaq:DAVE) will announce its First Quarter 2013 earnings after market close on April 24, 2013.

Cellairis®, one of the world’s largest and most trusted wireless accessory specialty retailers, recently launched its first Baton Rouge locations at the Mall of Louisiana.

Plans for national and worldwide expansion are exploding at The New Miami Subs Grill, Florida's largest regional franchise chain.

Good Earth Coffeehouse and Bakery, a company of environmentally responsible specialty coffeehouses, is partnering with the Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC), to raise funds for NCC's conservation work in Canada.

Build-A-Bear Workshop®announced today that it plans to continue expanding its new award-winning store design in 2013. The newly designed stores received rave reviews when they were introduced in six locations in the U.S. in the fall of 2012.

Weichert, Realtors has announced that Kim Farina has assumed the role of regional vice president. Farina will be responsible for the management and growth of eight Weichert sales offices that are located in Montgomery and Prince George counties in...

Cellairis®, one of the world’s largest and most trusted wireless accessory specialty retailers, recently launched its first New Orleans location at Oakwood Center in Gretna.

Build-A-Bear Workshop®, the interactive entertainment retailer of customized stuffed animals, announced today that it will open a highly anticipated newly imagined store in metro Atlanta, Ga. at Mall of Georgia on April 26.

According to a recent survey by Massage Heights, a premium membership-based massage franchise company, nearly seven out of 10 participants have trouble finding the perfect Mother’s Day gift.

ABRA Auto Body & Glass announced the acquisition of all five Hubler Express Collision repair centers in Indianapolis and the surrounding area.

The Crowne Plaza® Hotels & Resorts brand today announced the launch of a multimedia advertising campaign starring PGA TOUR professional Rickie Fowler.

South Philly Steaks & Fries introduces its newest premium menu item, the South Philly Steak & Fries Bowl, that revolutionizes the classic cheese steak.

If it wasn’t for the AIM Mail Center in the Ocean Ranch Village Shopping Center, those in Dana Point who couldn’t make it to the local post office by 5:30 p.m. on Tax Day, Monday April 15th, 2013 would have to drive to the U.S. Post...

Diversified Restaurant Holdings, Inc. (OTCQB:DFRH), announced today that it entered into a new comprehensive credit facility which includes an expanded term loan, development line of credit, and revolving line of credit.

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) today announced that it will debut the W brand in Israel in 2015 with the opening of W Tel Aviv - Jaffa and The Residences at W Tel Aviv - Jaffa.

A new study released today shows that what people wear to work directly correlates with their stress levels, including their footwear.

Good Times Restaurants Inc. (Nasdaq: GTIM) today announced that it has entered into a series of agreements with Bad Daddy’s International LLC and Bad Daddy’s Franchise Development LLC for the exclusive development rights for Bad...

Bill.com today announced that it will offer a free webinar on how you can eliminate your biggest time wasters and gain more hours to “put a dent in the Universe,” as Steve Jobs once said.

Hilton Worldwide today announced the official opening of the first DoubleTree by Hilton hotel in South Africa - the 183-room DoubleTree by Hilton Cape Town - Upper Eastside.

To gear up for the open road, Honest-1 Auto Care (Honest-1) is offering expert tips for recommended maintenance every car owner can benefit from, based on the auto company’s strategic approach to car care.

TCBY opened over four locations per month in 2012, for a total of 53 units, and is positioned for another incredible year in 2013, with plans to exceed its 2012 openings in target markets.