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Your Art Franchise Business Expansion News SourceFranchise News Watch brings you the latest in art franchising business expansion news from around the web. As a news aggregator for the art franchise industry, Franchise News Watch streams the latest ground breaking franchise articles, features, guides, blogs, news and more directly to your desktop.  Art Franchise Business Expansion NewsChicago Wine and Art Studio Opens Another Franchised Location, This Time Close to HomeBottle & Bottega announced the sale of another franchise location, this time in the La Grange, IL market, a suburb just outside Chicago, the company’s headquarters and home to its flagship studio.
FASTSIGNS(R) Enhances New Store Growth Capabilities, Expands Relationship With Long Time Partner Cassidy TurleyContinuing to solidify its spot as the leader in the visual communications industry, FASTSIGNS International, Inc.,announces the hire of Cassidy Turley to manage site selection, acquisition, and construction management for its new store growth throughout. Paint-It-Yourself Ceramics Franchise Plans to Double its Global PresenceProving wrong the perception that consumer spending trends lean heavily toward necessity items versus entertainment, robust sales and continued franchise growth of Color Me Mine, the leader in the paint-it-yourself ceramics industry, paints an entirely...
SIGNARAMA Supports Veterans With New Initiative ProgramSIGNARAMA, the world’s largest full-service sign business, announced today the launch of “SIGNARAMA Salutes Our Veterans,” a new initiative that supports returning military members seeking to start a SIGNARAMA franchise. KidzArt Offers Special Franchise Opportunity for Veterans and TeachersTo help address these national unemployment issues, KidzArt is launching its Franchise Giveaway program for ten qualified veterans and ten teachers. FASTSIGNS® to Enter Puerto Rico with Five-Unit Franchise DealFASTSIGNS International Inc., the worldwide franchisor of FASTSIGNS® sign and graphics centers, has announced a deal with a trio of prestigious business leaders in Puerto Rico to bring five locations to the island in the next five years. FASTSIGNS Launches Local Expansion with New Center in Westbury, Hosts Seminar Discussing Key Development PlansOn the heels of opening its first center in Long Island, FASTSIGNS, the worlds premier business to business marketing solution franchise with more than 530 locations, is looking to expand its local presence and open as many as eight locations in the area. KidzArt Continues International Expansion to Offer its Multi-Media Art Education Franchise in Singapore and BeyondKidzArt, the first international children's art education franchise company, today announced further global expansion with the opening of an area developer in Singapore. School Of Rock Opens New Franchise Location In Music City!School of Rock is thrilled to announce the opening of a new location in Franklin, TN! Cartridge Depot Opens in Falls Church, VAIndividuals and businesses who use ink and toner cartridges – that is, everyone who prints anything – now have a convenient way to save money and protect the environment thanks to Michael Neuman. Mr. Neuman has opened a new Cartridge Depot fr 4 more Disc Replays open in time for Black Friday 2008!The new Disc Replay franchise in Terre Haute, Indiana will hold its grand opening on Friday, November 29, 2008. Scott Philiph, owner of the local Terre Haute franchise has been working hard putting the final touches on his brand new franchise in... Edmonton SIGNARAMA ExpandsThe United Franchise Group (UFG), a $500 million West Palm Beach franchise organization, announced today that Edmonton SIGNARAMA has expanded into the space next door and has a new flatbed printer. FASTSIGNS(R) Inks Five New DealsWhile new business development has stalled for many, local FASTSIGNS® is continuing to defy recession conservatism and sign new store deals at a rapid pace.
There’s a Cool New Way to "Paint" the Town in DenverBottle & Bottega opened January 23, 2012 in the Denver Metro area. Bottle & Bottega organizes art parties where studio artists guide guests in creating their own original works of art, inspired by music, a casual, hip atmosphere—and a glass. Disc Replay Movies Music Games signs first Indiana franchiseDisc Replay Movies Music and Games has sold its first franchise in Indiana. The franchise located in Terre Haute Indiana. Scott Philiphs, the franchisee states he is excited to be awarded the first Indiana franchise. Boulder County Couple Becomes Instant Imprints Area Franchisees; Key Colorado Players in Company’s Expansion StrategyMike and Linda Boyd know a thing or two about running a franchise. Now, the entrepreneurial duo will have an opportunity to teach others the art of effectively running a franchise as Instant Imprints Area Franchisees. Dean of Franchise Development Puts Proven Principles to Work with Instant ImprintsRalph Askar is putting the same principles into action as he sets his sights on drastically increasing Instant Imprints’ footprint across North America and beyond. School of Rock West Broward is Now Open for BusinessSchool of Rock, the national brand leader in music education for kids, is thrilled to announce that a new franchise school at 6880 Dykes Road, Southwest Ranches, Florida, is now open. KidzArt Announces Expansion into IndonesiaKidzArt, an international children's art enrichment franchise company, today announced the opening of its new master franchisee in Jakarta, Indonesia. In its efforts to continue building its international market, KidzArt's added expansion in Asia is... Family Values Prompt Couple to Open New CLIX Photography Franchise Business in Rolling Hills EstatesCLIX, an Atlanta-based rapidly growing portrait photography studio and on-location events franchise continues to focus on national expansion with the addition of a location in Rolling Hills Estates, California. Bottle & Bottega Announces Sale of Its First Franchised Location and Seeks More Savvy Professionals to Provide a Cool Alternative to a Typical Night OutBottle & Bottega, a premier corporate and social event business that creates fun and unique artistic experiences, announced today that it has sold its first franchise location in the Denver, CO market. Fotozines Unveils New Concept and Its Plan to FranchiseFotozines, the original magazine portrait that acquired great success putting average people on the cover of their favorite magazine at the nation's theme parks, recently unveiled their one-of-a-kind concept creating quality magazine portraits through... Sign Biz Business Services Opportunity Announces Keen Flying Colors In Grand Style!Lane Keen formally launched his new sign store, Keen Signs & Graphics, with a Ribbon Cutting at 4 P.M. on Thursday, July 29th, 2010. Representatives from the Augusta Metro Chamber of Commerce, as well as members of the business community were in attendanc KidzArt Franchise Enters Philippine MarketplaceCelebrating Filipino creativity through art, drawing and imagination is one of the goals of the newest international KidzArt franchise.
FASTSIGNS(R) Inks New Conversion Deal in Bourbonnais, Ill.While the uncertain economy and credit freeze have halted business development plans for some entrepreneurs, local entrepreneur Greg Yates continues to set high standards and has announced a signed deal to open three FASTSIGNS stores throughout the local Flicko's Video Workshops' Springfield, MO Store Now OpenFlicko's Video Workshop, a franchise video company based in Louisville, KY, announces the opening of its newest franchise in Springfield, MO.
H3 Enterprises President and CEO, Dr. Benjamin Chavis, Signs Miami HipHopSodaShopTM AgreementH3 Enterprises, Inc. (PINKSHEETS: HTRE) President and CEO Dr. Benjamin Chavis announced today that H3 Inc. has formally begun the process to open its second HipHopSodaShop. KidzArt Signs Franchise Agreements to Expand into Saudi Arabia and MaltaAs part of its international growth strategy, KidzArt, the leading art franchise worldwide, announced its continued expansion with two new franchise partners signing on in Saudi Arabia and Malta. Responding to an increase in demand for children's creative
Winchester, VA Resident Opens New FASTSIGNS CenterA new FASTSIGNS(R) sign and graphics center is now open in Winchester, Virginia, under the ownership of area resident Bryan Quick. New FASTSIGNS Center Opens in Round Rock, TexasA new FASTSIGNS(R) sign and graphics center is now open in Round Rock, Texas under the ownership of long-time area resident, Subhash (Sam) Vohra. New FASTSIGNS Sign and Graphics Center Opens in Antioch, CAA new FASTSIGNS® sign and graphics center located at 5035 Lone Tree Way, Suite B, is now open under the ownership of husband and wife team, Randy and Debbie Sabatte. Grins 2 Go(R) Expands Franchise Opportunities Worldwide for First Time EverGrins 2 Go(R), an event and portraiture photography franchise company headquartered in San Diego, Calif., has announced it is expanding its franchise operations worldwide for the first time ever. FASTSIGNS(R) Expanding its Presence into Cookeville, TennesseeContinuing to set the bar as the leader in the sign and graphics industry, FASTSIGNS, the world's premier business-to-business marketing solution franchise with more than 530 locations, announces the signing of a new franchise in Cookeville, Tenn. Speedpro Imaging Franchise Experiences Explosive Growth With 19 New Franchises NationwideFor the past six months, phrases like "economic meltdown," "negative growth," "layoffs," "recession," even "possible depression" have become so common they are no longer flinch-worthy. Speedpro Imaging paid no heed to this negative economic jargon... New FASTSIGNS Sign and Graphics Center Open in SpokaneSpokane is home to its first FASTSIGNS(R) sign and graphics center, now open under the husband and wife team, Rick and Dina Cole. New FASTSIGNS Center Opens in Woodbridge, NJA new FASTSIGNS® sign and graphics center has opened in Woodbridge, NJ under the ownership of New Jersey resident Scarlett Chin. Marietta and North Georgia Area New Home to Innovative Children's Art Ed FranchiseAnxious to inspire local children with a love of art and a sense that they can all be artistic, local resident Jaime Collins recently opened a KidzArt franchise in the Marietta area. New FASTSIGNS Center Opens in Rye, New HampshireA new FASTSIGNS® sign and graphics center, located at 139 Lafayette Road, is now open under the ownership of Jack Cameron. New FASTSIGNS Sign and Graphics Center Open in Broomfield, COA new FASTSIGNS® sign and graphics center located at 799 Highway 287, Suite B, is now open under the ownership of husband and wife team, John and Peggy Ray. New SIGNARAMA Franchise Opens in Pewaukee, Wis.he United Franchise Group (UFG), a $500 million West Palm Beach franchise organization, announced today a new store at 601 Ryan Street, under the ownership of local residents Ken and Marcia Skarie. The store opened on Dec. 6. New Billboard Connection Franchise Opens in Newport NewsBillboard Connection, a home-based media agency specializing in outdoor advertising, has a new franchise at 5007-C Victory Blvd., PMB 360, under the ownership of local residents Steven R. and Lashon W. McKay. Speedpro Imaging Going Gangbusters Despite Economic DownturnIn the past several weeks, phrases like "unparalleled financial sensitivity," "economic meltdown," "negative growth," and "recession" are common place in the media, at water coolers and across the dinner table. Not so at Speedpro Imaging! New Billboard Connection Franchise Opens in TampaBillboard Connection, a home-based media agency specializing in outdoor advertising, has a new franchise at 9350 Bay Plaza Blvd., Suite 120, under the ownership of local resident Randy Smith. |
Features & Special ReportsAnatomy of a Turnaround: Bennigan's Reclaims The Integrity of An IconEveryone loves a good comeback story, and I am honored and humbled to be at the helm of a classic turnaround tale. Growth Machine: Anil Yadav Shows No Signs Of Slowing DownAnil Yadav has graced the pages (and one cover) of Multi-Unit Franchisee magazine twice before. 5 Key Mobile Marketing Strategies for FranchisesFor franchise marketers, mobile marketing is now paramount to a successful online strategy. MarketingSherpa: Marketing Wisdom for 2012In case you missed it (and when it comes to marketing and social media there's plenty to keep up on), MarketingSherpa published its Wisdom Report, "Marketing Wisdom for 2012" earlier this year. Time For Benchmarking: All That's Needed Is The WillI am convinced that someday the franchising community will finally get around to unleashing its biggest competitive strength: unit predictability. Improving the Speed and Effectiveness of Your Responses to ProspectsWe asked two franchise marketing pros what they're doing to provide more timely - and relevant - responses to prospect inquiries. Social Media Roundup - May 2012Here are four reasons local business marketers should continue to use the Yellow Pages. Health-Scare Reform: "There's Still More That We Don't Know Than We Do."Since national health care reform was signed into law in March 2010, it has generated strong reaction from multi-unit franchisees and small-business owners across the nation. The Customer Within: Provide Coworkers With The Best Service PossibleWhen we talk about customer service, we usually think about how we deal with the people who walk through our doors--both physical and virtual--to purchase our products and services. Do It Now: 3 Easy Ways To Stop Procrastinating TodayProcrastination is like a virus. It creeps up on you slowly, drains you of energy, and is difficult to get rid of if your resistance is low. 
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