The Daily Edition of Franchise Business News

Now, as he launches The Growth Coach in his new home city, Pagano will be harnessing his business ownership and corporate management experience to help other business owners find success.

Rapid Refill, the nation's second largest print supplies and service franchise system, has named Classy Llama Studios as their eCommerce Strategic Partner to advance their world class local customer service into the online channel.

Jayne Begley, an Award Winning Associate Broker formerly of Douglas Elliman in Pleasantville, has joined Better Homes & Gardens Rand Realty in Thornwood.

Allen Fishman, Founder and Executive President of The Alternative Board, (TAB) Internationa announced today that The Alternative Board (TAB) will be seeking to open a TAB office in Pensacola, FL.

MaidPro announced today that is has been named to Franchise Business Review’s 2013 Overall Top 50 Best of the Best (FBR50) franchise companies.

Saladworks is pleased to announce our new spring seasonal salad, the SpringFit Salad which will be available in all Saladworks locations from March 18th – May 26th.

BlueGrace Logistics, the nation's most progressive logistics, transportation and technology provider, announced today the addition of freight and logistics expert Chris Lee as Senior Vice President of Strategic Development.

Tortal, a Driven Brands company that specializes in online training solutions is being acquired by Ingage Consulting, a franchise management consulting firm specializing in increasing performance through engagement.

Boston, MA. Former U.S. Senator Scott Brown has joined international law firm Nixon Peabody LLP as counsel in the firm’s Boston office.

The University of Colorado School of Law has awarded Regina M. Rodriguez of Faegre Baker Daniels LLP its Distinguished Alumni Award for Achievement in Private Practice.

Burger 21®, a new better burger franchise founded by the owners of The Melting Pot® Restaurants, Inc., announced today its priority markets for franchise development in the second quarter of 2013

Today Stephen P. Joyce, President and CEO of Choice Hotels International, Inc., (NYSE: CHH), gave an insightful keynote speech at this year's MIPIM conference in Cannes, France.

Homewood Suites by Hilton, the international brand of upscale, all-suite, extended-stay hotels, today announced the opening of its three newest properties: Victoria, TX, Carle Place-Garden City, NY and Springfield, VA.

The St. Cloud Area Chamber has announced that the 2013 St. Cloud Area Small Business Award for the Business Central Mark of Excellence - Small Business Advocate of the Year, will be awarded to Gray Plant Mooty’s Lee Hanson.

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE:HOT) and Majid Al Futtaim Properties today celebrated the opening of Sheraton® Dubai Mall of the Emirates Hotel.

Bach to Rock (B2R), America's music school for students of all ages, announced today it has launched Rock n Roll, a new early childhood music education program designed for infants and toddlers and their parents.

aft Stettinius & Hollister LLP is pleased to announce that Pamela S. Krivda is listed for two top honor inclusions by Ohio Super Lawyers 2013.

Doodle Bugs! Children's Centers announced today the grand opening of its first Pennsylvania school in McCandless Crossing, located at the corner of McKnight Road and Duncan Avenue in suburban McCandless.

El Pollo Loco announced today the appointment of Richard Pineda as vice president of supply chain management and Jeff Little as vice president of development, effective immediately.

Century 21 Real Estate LLC today announced it will take its CENTURY 21® Agents: Smarter. Bolder. Faster® campaign to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, when it will team up with Sarah Fisher Hartman Racing (SFHR).

Steve Adamo, president of Weichert Financial Services, is pleased to announce that John Mahoney, an accomplished senior executive with extensive experience in the personal lines insurance industry, has been named president of Weichert Insurance...

CarePatrol, a new free senior referral service which helps families find assisted living options opens in Idaho.

Qualified buyers will have the opportunity to purchase a home on roughly 1,696 acres of Colorado farmland at the price of their choosing.

Fiesta Restaurant Group, Inc. (“Fiesta” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: FRGI), the owner, operator, and franchisor of the Pollo Tropical® and Taco Cabana® fast-casual restaurant brands, today updated its outlook for 2013.

Red Lion Hotels Corporation (NYSE: RLH) today announced the company has signed a franchise license agreement with Sandhu NW Hospitality LLC, the owners of a hotel in Kennewick, Washington.

With Spring Fling, guests that purchase any product at European Wax Center will receive a five dollar discount for any type of body waxing in Albuquerque, NM.

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is opening in Rifle this Thursday, March 14. This smokin’ hot location will open at 11 a.m. and the first 100 guests will receive a free mouthwatering Pulled Pork Big Barbecue sandwich.

Car-X franchisee, Parham Parastaran, has purchased Fast Tire in Antioch, Illinois and is transitioning it to Fast Tire and Car-X Auto Service.

Shane's Rib Shack, the leader in fast casual BBQ, has opened its newest location in Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, the world's busiest airport.

As owner of a newly-opened Fresh Coat franchise, the Cranberry Township resident can put his expertise – and knowledge of virtually every conceivable finish, formula and hue – to good use.

Everyone knows someone who’s always looking to help others, would like a better balance between work and life, and who might be looking for a new fulfilling career as a work-from-home business coach and owner.

Leading greeting card publisher and franchisor, Card Connection, has today announced that it has recruited a new franchisee for Brighton.

Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop officially opened today at the beautiful Newport Place retail center. It is the first restaurant to arrive in the newly developed center, and will soon welcome neighboring shops.

This month, Newk’s Express Café launched four new pizza flavors. The pizzas - salmon, buffalo chicken, steak and mushroom and crawfish, will be available through the spring.

Sonic Corp. (NASDAQ: SONC), the nation's largest chain of drive-in restaurants, today announced that it will release results for the quarter ended February 28, 2013 after the market close on March 25, 2013.

Kid to Kid, an international children’s and maternity resale franchise, announced the franchise funneled more than $11 million into the pockets of thousands of customers around the country, fueling the economy in 23 states.

IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) [LON: IHG, NYSE: IHG (ADRs)], one of world’s leading global hotel companies, and Grupo Hotelero Latinoamérica, announce the opening of the Holiday Inn Express® Veracruz Boca del Rio.

MosquitoNix®, the nation's leader in mosquito control and mosquito misting systems, announced today that it is offering franchise opportunities for the first time in five years, primarily to existing outdoor service business owners.

IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) [LON: IHG, NYSE: IHG (ADRs) announces a major milestone for Candlewood Suites® hotels as the brand celebrates the opening of two new properties.

RE/MAX LLC, a global leader in real estate, has been recognized with the Marketing Achievement Award from the Real Estate Marketing Insider for the company's "Design Center" platform.

Marketing, print and graphic communications franchisor Allegra Network has named AccuData Integrated Marketing, a leading provider of database marketing services, with its “2012 Supplier of the Year” award.

Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park, creator of the world’s first all-trampoline, walled playing court, has announced the signing of its 100th franchise.

As a way to honor the sacrifice they have made to our nation, Star Wellness announced today that it will offer military veterans a 10 percent discount on their initial franchise fee.

Huddle House CEO, Michael Abt, has announced the newest addition to his leadership team, Melissa Rothring, who will serve as General Counsel.

Togo's, a "West Coast Original" since 1971 serving up big, made-to-order sandwiches stuffed with the freshest ingredients, announced today it is targeting Colorado for future development in 2013.

Swisher Hygiene Inc. ("Swisher Hygiene") (Nasdaq:SWSH) (TSX:SWI), a leading provider of essential hygiene and sanitizing products and services, announced today that it has filed its 10-Q for the three-month period ended March 31, 2012.

Hooters of America, LLC, today announced it is giving hoops fans across the country additional reasons to play “hooky” and catch college basketball tournament games at their favorite Hooters restaurant location.

Aaron's, Inc. (NYSE: AAN) today announced the recent opening of a combined 32 new Company-operated and franchised stores in 17 different states and two Canadian provinces.

Alamo Drafthouse Cinemas is pleased to announce plans to open their first El Paso location with EPT Land Communities and franchise partner Triple Tap Ventures LLC, owner and operator of the Houston area Alamo Drafthouse Cinema theaters. T

Family-owned and operated since 1984, Ezell's Famous Chicken is now offering franchise opportunities for well-qualified individuals or multi-unit candidates.

Gilbert, AZ-CarePatrol Franchise Systems, a senior placement franchise is proud to announce that they have won the coveted “Franchise Satisfaction Award” for the third consecutive year in the Senior Care Franchise under 50 unit category.

Valpak, a leader in local print and digital coupons, announced today that its unique business model and continued investment in emerging technologies has launched another year of exponential growth for the brand.

Welcomemat Services, a marketing strategies and technology franchise that provides monthly direct-mail packages to individuals and families who have recently changed their address, is on track for a strong year of growth in 2013.

JTH Holding, Inc. (NASDAQ:TAX) (the “Company”), the parent company of Liberty Tax Service, today reported that systemwide revenue in the U.S. for the 2013 calendar year through February 28, 2013 increased 5.2% versus the same period...

Stephen Bienko owner of College Hunks Hauling Junk North Jersey, partners with Habitat for Humanity to promote the environmental and social benefits of reuse and recycling.

The all-new ClearVation technology platform accommodates a broad range of hearing losses, personal preferences, and lifestyles as it is available in two solution levels and four models.

Yogurtland today announces plans for two more New York City locations of the ever-popular, quickly expanding international frozen yogurt company.

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit, the largest barbecue franchise in the country is opening its first location in Montana this Thursday, March 14 in Billings.

Today Domino’s Pizza Enterprises (Domino’s) has revealed their new Chefs Best™ range, a game changing initiative set to revolutionise the Australian pizza industry and reposition value in the eyes of the consumer.

The Keg Royalties Income Fund (the "Fund") (TSX:KEG.UN) today announced that its Match 2013 distribution of $0.08 cents per unit has been declared and is payable to unitholders of record as at March 21, 2013.

With over 1 billion smartphones in use, it isn’t surprising that large and small businesses are utilizing smartphone technology to improve customer experiences and convert busy customers.

Century 21 Real Estate LLC, the franchisor of the world’s largest residential real estate sales organization, announced today that its brokers and agents raised $2.18 million in 2012 on behalf of Easter Seals.

European Wax Center Boston- Historic South End recently introduced Spring Fling, its latest exclusive offer for all guests interested in waxing in Boston, MA.

Noble Roman 's, Inc. (OTC/BB: NROM) today announced that management will report its 2012 fourth quarter and full-year financial results after the market close on Friday, March 15, 2013.

Smashburger, a Denver, CO-based fast-casual concept and the nation’s fastest growing “better burger” restaurant brings its fresh approach to burgers to Austin when it opens its first location on Thursday, March 21, 2013 at 9900 S....

The annual Ray Price Brunswick Stew Cook-Off is being held March 16 starting at 9:00 a.m. at 1126 South Saunders Street in Raleigh.

Showhomes, America’s largest home staging provider, announced today that it has been awarded into the 2013 Top Franchise Systems for the fifth year in a row.

Denny's Corporation (Nasdaq:DENN) today announced that the Company will be participating in the Sidoti & Company Seventeenth Annual Institutional Investor Forum on Monday, March 18, 2013.

HomeTeam Inspection Service, an industry leading provider of residential home inspections for over 20 years, announces the launch of http://www.hometeam.com, a recently acquired domain with an enhanced look.

Maui Wowi Hawaiian in Peoria, Illinois joins in the festivities to celebrate the highly anticipated Grand Opening of the new downtown shopping area known as the Levee District on Saturday, March 16.