The Daily Edition of Franchise Business News

PRO Martial Arts, the nation’s fastest growing Martial Arts concept, announced today that it has signed a multi-unit Franchise Agreement with Carol Alka to develop three PRO Martial Arts schools in the Atlanta, GA market.

Good Times Restaurants Inc. (GTIM) today announced its same store sales increased 11.7% for the same 28 days of February versus the same period last year.

To accommodate the increased hiring demands of its clients as Metro Atlanta continues to grow and its business community thrives, staffing services firm Snelling has expanded with the opening of a new office in Marietta.

Janitorial Express has been named the winner of the Best Business Turnaround in Europe Award at the 2013 Business Excellence Awards announced recently by ActionCOACH.

The Toledo area’s new Foot Solutions store welcomes the public to step into the perfect fit and style with Grand Opening events and discounts throughout the weekend of March 15 & 16.

Mosquito Shield® announced today that they have completed the sale of their first franchise territory, to Mark Soares and Matthew Soares of Coventry, RI.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced the appointment of Alex Zoghlin as the company’s first global head of technology.

The Franchise Business Review once again named ActionCOACH one of the “Top 50” franchises in the world, ranking the company number 39 in its Franchisee Satisfaction Awards.

The Phoenix Suns Wives organization has teamed up with Cold Stone Creamery® to hold their annual book drive, taking place at Cold Stone locations valley-wide, now through March 20.

Revive is a mobile body-shop that does most body related automotive repairs right at the customers’ doorstep. The company has recently announced opportunities for comprehensive car repair service franchises at modest rates.

The Joint Corp. today announced the opening of its newest clinic in Eagan. The clinic is owned by DC Management P.C. and is managed by The Joint franchisee Mr. Robb Quinlan.

Qdoba Restaurant Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary of Jack in the Box Inc. (NASDAQ: JACK) that operates and franchises Qdoba Mexican Grill®, today announced that Timothy P. Casey will join Qdoba as President, effective March 25.

Dunkin' Brands Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: DNKN), the parent company of Dunkin' Donuts and Baskin-Robbins, today announced that it has appointed three members of the Company's senior management team to the role of President.

Einstein Bros.® Bagels is pleased to announce the return of its fresh-baked, green St. Patrick's Day bagels for lucky fans to enjoy St. Patrick's Day holiday weekend, March 15 -17.

H&R Block, Inc. (NYSE: HRB), the world's largest consumer tax services provider, today released U.S. tax volume through Feb. 28 and fiscal 2013 third quarter earnings ended Jan. 31.

IFM Investments Limited (NYSE: CTC) ("Century 21 China Real Estate" or the "Company") today announced its unaudited financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 31, 2012.

In celebration of International Women's Day Giant Tiger Stores Limited is pleased to announce the winners of our International Women's Day Contest.

World of Beer (WOB) Westchase & Sarasota, two thriving beer-centric taverns boasting an extensive collection of brews from around the globe, will debut the installment of beer 'fusion towers' in both locations as a celebration of Tampa Bay...

Stay At Home, a Knoxville based home care franchise system announced today that it has been awarded into the 2013 Top Franchise Systems.

European Wax Center Pittsburgh recently introduced its Student Wax Pass, providing new ways for students of all ages to save big on their hair removal in Pittsburgh, PA needs.

In celebration of International Women's Day on March 8, Giant Tiger Stores Limited is pleased to announce our partnership with Dress for Success Ottawa.

Massage Envy, the national leader of professional, convenient and affordable massage and spa services recently named Carmen Paiz the National Legacy Therapist of the Year for 2013.

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) will be hosting investor and analyst day presentations in Dubai, UAE, on Wednesday, March 13. Beginning at 12:30 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time, or 8:30 a.m. local time in Dubai

Reese & Ray's IGA recently completed the renovation of its Chester's restaurant as well as its entire deli department.

Dr. G’s Franchising Companies, LLC, spearheading the global franchise growth and operations for Dr. G’s Weight Loss & Wellness, today announced that it has appointed Charlotte Russell as Chief Executive Officer.

Chick-fil-A awarded its $1,000 Leadership Scholarship to nearly 1,400 team members who work for the company’s independent franchise owner operators in 39 states and Washington, D.C.

Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham® is offering one million reasons to persevere with its "Stick to your Resolution" sweepstakes, awarding winners up to one million Wyndham Rewards® loyalty points redeemable for motivational prizes.

Traditionally the domain of casual restaurants, the premium dessert is alive and well at SONIC Drive-In, and now includes a new Molten Cake Sundae.

Hilton Worldwide today announced the signing of three franchise agreements for its rapidly expanding DoubleTree by Hilton brand in three more UK cities.

Susan Katz, owner of the Baltimore Growth Coach franchise, has signed on to coach the Baltimore Ravens’ sales and marketing team.

Gap Inc. (NYSE: GPS) today reported that February 2013 net sales increased 11 percent compared with last year.

TDC Ohio, LTD. in collaboration with Procter & Gamble (P&G) opened a Tide Dry Cleaners® store in Pickerington, OH, the Columbus area's first location.

For the first time ever, Nathan’s Famous will begin the national hot dog-eating qualifying circuit on the boardwalk of Coney Island.

Play N Trade is proud to announce Rogelio Cucalón Garcia and Johann Palma are opening the first Play N Trade stores in Central America.

Emily Daigle has joined RE/MAX Prestige as the newest member of this dynamic sales team.

Baskin-Robbins, the world's largest chain of ice cream specialty shops, today announced plans to greatly expand the brand's presence in Australia through a master franchise joint venture with Galadari Brothers (GB).

SYNERGY HomeCare Bellevue today announced it is the recipient of the “Best of Home Care” Provider of Choice award from Home Care Pulse.

Window Genie was named a Best of 2012 winner in Atlanta on Kudzu, the leading source of local business information and consumer reviews.

Rodizio Grill, America's First Brazilian Steakhouse, is getting ready to open its twelfth location at the South Shore Plaza in Braintree, Massachusetts on March 8, 2013.

Introduced last year, SONIC’s fan-favorite Sweet Potato Tots are a first among national quick-service restaurants. This year SONIC is pairing the unique sweet and salty sweet potato goodness with new Spicy Jumbo Popcorn Chicken.

Now, guests interested in trying a type of body waxing in Rutherford, NJ can receive a waxing offer at half the price with the purchase of one full-priced waxing service.

When clocks spring forward on March 10, people across the U.S. will lose an hour of sleep - and for many, an hour of precious time.

Maggiano's Little Italy® is taking the brand's authentic Italian-American essence beyond the kitchen and into the bar with an innovative cocktail menu that will quench even the most discerning guests' palates.

H&R Block, Inc. (NYSE: HRB) today announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of 20 cents per share, payable April 1, 2013, to shareholders of record as of March 18, 2013.

Edmonton SIGNARAMA achieved the highest number of online sales among North American SIGNARAMAs in 2012. They received 127 online orders in 2012, averaging ten orders per month.

Massage Envy, the pioneer and national leader of professional, convenient and affordable massage and spa services, announced today that new and existing Massage Envy franchisees have exclusive access to $15 million in development capital in 2013.

The Award-Winning casual-dining concept Quaker Steak & Lube® known for its Best Wings USA and over 20 sauce varieties will bring a new restaurant to Columbia, SC. The Lube® will open to the public Wednesday, March 13th at 3 pm.

Barry Floyd has been named CFO at Paul Davis Restoration, Inc., a leading national provider of water, fire and mold damage clean up and restoration services for residential and commercial properties.

IKOR, a growing network of health today announced that it has signed two new franchise agreements, one for Philadelphia and the other for Arlington County, Va., the City of Alexandria and the District of Columbia.

Pillar To Post, North America’s largest home inspection company, welcomed a class of six new home inspectors in February, putting the franchise on track to meet its five-year goal of 1,000 total locations.

As a way of redefining the art of interviewing, Pizza Hut will experiment with a new concept in its search for the "Manager of Digital Greatness" by giving candidates 140 seconds to sell themselves for the position.

DoubleTree by Hilton, Hilton Worldwide's fastest growing full service brand, and Twin Tier Hospitality LLC, today announced the rebranding of the Hilton Cleveland East Beachwood hotel to the DoubleTree by Hilton brand as of March 11.

Red Roof Inn® is inviting its guests to help the company raise funds for Mid-Ohio Foodbank over the next two months.

RadioShack Corp. (NYSE: RSH) (the "Company"), announced in accordance with New York Stock Exchange rules that it has made inducement grants of 500,000 shares of restricted stock and options to purchase 2,500,000 shares of common stock to Joseph C....

Sport Clips Haircuts, America’s leading hair care provider for men and boys, announces the opening of its first Canadian location today in Burlington, Ontario.

Baskin-Robbins, the world’s largest chain of ice cream specialty shops, today announced Reese’s® Buzzer Beater ice cream as its March Flavor of the Month.

Biggby Coffee is inviting you to their BIGGest birthday bash yet, as the company celebrate 18 years of business with an all-day event for their customers on Wednesday, March 20!

PRO Martial Arts, the nation’s fastest growing Martial Arts concept, announces today that it has signed a Multi Unit deal with John Busdiecker to open the first dojos in the Albany, New York market.

Teachers, day care workers, educators and all school staff are invited to bring their tax information into a Liberty Tax Service office during "Educator Appreciation Days."

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today that Atish Shah will be participating in a fireside chat at the at the 2013 J.P. Morgan Gaming, Lodging, Restaurant & Leisure Conference being held in Las Vegas, NV.

Wingstop, the award-winning 550+ unit wing chain, has signed a franchise development agreement to open its first restaurants in Duluth, Ga.

Ziad Dalal thought people deserved a better cookie when they were out shopping or getting ready to board a plane. And what better cookie out there than the iconic make-it-at-home Nestlé Toll House recipe.

Rhythm Time is proud to announce that its latest franchisee to join the successful children’s music franchise group will be providing educational toddler and baby music classes in Central London.

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) today announced that, with a continued focus on growth in Latin America, the company aims to have 100 hotels under operation and development in Latin America by the end of 2013.

Realogy Holdings Corp. (NYSE: RLGY) announced today that it has been recognized among the 2013 World's Most Ethical Companies for the second consecutive year.