The Daily Edition of Franchise Business News

The Cold Stone Creamery® brand continues to develop an expanding international footprint with upcoming locations in the Philippines and Bangladesh.

At Kiddie Academy, Earth Day, celebrated this year on April 22, is more than a global campaign to raise awareness about protecting the environment.

Edible Arrangements® wants everyone to have a chance to "Make Today a Little Sweeter™" with the launch of its new collection featuring six personal-size fresh fruit bouquets that are perfect for any sentiment.

Einstein Bros.® Bagels and Noah's New York Bagels® are pleased to announce the addition of even more great tasting and value oriented menu items for guests this Spring.

Kinderdance® International has been recognized as one of the “BEST FRANCHISES IN AMERICA” by Americas Best Franchises.com February 2013 edition.

Tim Hortons has released its third annual Sustainability and Responsibility Report, highlighting the company's 2012 performance results and outlining goals and commitments for 2013.

PRO Martial Arts has now sold over 100 licenses to studio franchises – a new milestone for the company. PMA studios can now be seen in 21 different states across the region, from California to Washington, D.C.

Beth Butler, President and COO of ONE Sotheby’s International Realty, announced today that The Cherry Group, perennially ranked in the top one percent of all realtors nationwide, has joined the firm.

Nashville-based better burger chain, Back Yard Burgers, announces the launch of its noticeably thicker and juicer “Bigger, Better Burger”, a 1/3 lb. premium char-grilled Black Angus patty with choice of add-ons.

Kinderdance® International has been recognized again by Entrepreneur Magazine’s 34th annual Franchise 500 January 2013 edition. Kinderdance’s overall rank is #274.

The Houston-based “Seriously Fresh-Mex” fast-casual franchise, Berryhill Baja Grill, will open its 15th location in Ameristar Casino Resort Spa Lake Charles, La., currently under construction.

Carvel... America's Freshest Ice Cream® commemorates Tax Season by offering Americans a deal to make Tax Day something to celebrate. Bringing together two of America's favorite brands -- Carvel® and Oreo®

Homewatch CareGivers International has been selected as a finalist in the 2013 Colorado Companies to Watch award, an annual competition that recognizes high-performance and innovative companies headquartered in Colorado.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) and Innisfree Hotels today announce the opening of Hyatt Place Pensacola Airport.

Realogy Holdings Corp. (NYSE: RLGY) today provided preliminary estimates of certain of its financial and operational results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2013.

For the first time in the brand's 38-year history, Chili's® Grill & Bar is bringing the bold taste of the Southwest to a popular menu item enjoyed by millions of Americans – pizza.

Driven by a mission of offering hearty and flavorful food, heartfelt service and public safety support, Firehouse Subs surpassed company goals and industry averages, resulting in a record-breaking 2012.

Baskin-Robbins, the world's largest chain of ice cream specialty shops, is declaring its love for its loyal guests by announcing three upcoming "Guest Appreciation Days."

The world is out of alignment…and Structura Body Therapies has the answer for the ailment.

A new study from Premier Inn has found the typical Brit hits the snooze button at 6.22am but then has 10 restless minutes sleep before finally climbing out of bed.

Realogy Holdings Corp. (NYSE: RLGY) ("Realogy") today announced an underwritten public offering of 35 million shares of its common stock by certain funds affiliated with Apollo Global Management, LLC.

Dickey’s in Carrollton is throwing a barbecue celebration from Thursday, April 11 to Saturday, April 13. Each day customers can enter to win a $500 Dickey’s gift card with the winner announced on Saturday.

European Wax Center Fremont is now sponsoring a local food drive in Alameda County.

One of Fresh Healthy Vending’s largest and most successful franchisees, Dan McClave talks Healthy Vending.

In the city where hundreds of years ago a group gathered in the name of liberty to make a stand, a small cluster congregated again to speak with one voice on Tuesday.

Mark Junkerman and his team at Window Genie Cincinnati will sponsor the Kindervelt's 2nd Annual Casino Royale event at Mercedes-Benz of Cincinnati on April 20th.

Thursday, April 11th, beginning at 6 p.m., several local celebrities will be taking over the server shifts at the Mellow Mushroom in Gainesville located at 700 Green Street.

Regis Corporation (NYSE:RGS), a leader in the haircare industry, today announced the completion of the sale of its ownership interest in Hair Club for Men and Women for $163.5 million. " ...

A successful entrepreneur, Ayman Ismail, has found the freedom and flexibility he has been searching for as the newest Maui Wowi Hawaiian franchise operator in Louisville, Kentucky.

TBC Retail Group (TBC Retail) is offering enhanced incentives to expand its Big O Tires, Midas, and SpeeDee Oil Change & Tune-Up (SpeeDee) brands in the U.S. and Canada .

This year, that could mean free pizza from Domino's Pizza (NYSE: DPZ), the recognized world leader in pizza delivery.

VooDoo BBQ & Grill is opening a new restaurant Thursday in Baton Rouge's busy Perkins Rowe urban village, aiming for a share of the popular development's visitors, especially patrons of the movie theater complex next door.

Pancheros Mexican Grill (www.pancheros.com), a fast casual restaurant known for tasty burritos, is set to open its first location today in Columbia, MO.

From the survey of more than 6,600 multi-unit franchisees from more than 300 franchise companies, Interstate All Battery Center ranks among the Top 50 franchise brands and the only battery retailer to make the list.

Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group today announced the appointment of 28-year Carlson Rezidor veteran Susan Mason as vice president, Franchise Operations, Radisson, Americas, effective April 15, 2013.

This annual honor is awarded to the PrideStaff office that continually goes above and beyond, providing extra effort and contributions to provide the highest possible level of service to clients and helping expand the reach of the local office.

The Kansas City area will soon welcome its first Pie Five Pizza Co. restaurant in a 10-unit franchise agreement with former Applebee’s President and Chief Executive Officer Dave Goebel.

PRO Martial Arts, the nation’s fastest growing Martial Arts concept, announces today that it has signed a multi unit deal with Todd and Lisa Hegseth to develop five dojos in the Chicago market.

Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group today announced the further expansion of the Park Inn by Radisson brand in the Americas with the opening of the Park Inn by Radisson Toronto-Markham which is owned and managed by H.J. Hotels, (Markham) Inc.

IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) continues to increase its presence in the Philippines with the opening of Holiday Inn & Suites Makati today. The hotel is the fifth IHG hotel in the country and the third Holiday Inn hotel.

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE:HOT) dominated the third annual L2 Digital IQ Index: Hotels taking five of the top 10 spots in the 2013 index.

CKE Restaurants hit a growth milestone this week with the 500th international restaurant opening of its Carl’s Jr. and Hardee’s brands.

IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group), the world’s largest hotel group by number of rooms, opened Holiday Inn Bangkok Sukhumvit 22 on 29 March.

John Stefek, the owner of Play N Trade in Saint Clair Shores, Michigan (and a future store opening in the process) has expanded his network to Area Developer.

With taxes due April 15, invites any entrepreneur to re-invest tax refundby purchasing a low-cost, low-overhead travel franchise.

Spring Fling, the second promotion in 2013 from European Wax Center Lakewood, provides guests with a $5 discount for any and all waxing services in Lakewood, CO.

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit of Asheville is celebrating its grand opening on Friday, April 12 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dickey’s will be serving $1 Pulled Pork Big Barbecue sandwiches and three customers will win free barbecue for a year.

The good news is that weather patterns are changing and the country is expected to warm up. The bad news: This quick warm-up is the ideal wake-up call for termites, which will begin swarming in large numbers in many parts of the country.

Home Care Assistance of Wisconsin, a leading provider of in-home care for seniors, welcomes Cindy Deck as the new Business Development Manager.

Leading greeting card publisher and franchisor, Card Connection, has today announced that it has agreed a deal with Haven to become its new greeting card supplier.

Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop announced the hiring of Susan Harrison, who will join the team as Director of Supply Chain and Quality Assurance.

Chambers Latin America 2013 recently recognized Haynes and Boone, LLP and its Mexican affiliate Haynes and Boone, SC for its leading work in three different categories in Latin America and Mexico.

French autism charity Vaincre L’Autisme (Win Against Autism) has been able to tap into a wealth of business experience thanks to the ActionCOACH Coaching for a Cause campaign.

Decor&You®, one of America's leading, full-service interior decorating franchises, shares secrets for getting started and key tips to keep in mind when refreshing your home's exterior.

Watermill Express provided over 50 gallons of water and 40 pounds of Waterocks® Ice to the approximately 500 participants and volunteers of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation’s Great Strides Mission 5K Walk at the Sharyland Plantation in...

Robeks has given its menu a major overhaul, which has resulted in more customers, more sales and lower inventory costs for franchise owners.

Edible Arrangements®, the pioneer and leader in handcrafted fresh fruit arrangements, has set its sights on the Pacific Northwest for an aggressive expansion campaign designed to open as many as 30 new locations in the near future.