May 20, 2012
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It Cuts Both Ways: Men and Women Pay the Same at First Choice Haircutters

According to a Money magazine survey conducted by Matthew Greenwald & Associates, over half of the adults surveyed with household incomes of $50,000 admitted to at least one kind of money secret or lie.

RetroFitness Franchise Partners with Coca-Cola as its Preferred Beverage Supplier

RetroFitness, a leading national fitness chain known for providing great value at a low retro-price, today announced it has signed a three-year preferred beverage agreement with Coca-Cola.

Entrepreneur's Franchised Spa Concept Has Promise Of Being A Hands-Down Winner

John Marco's entrepreneurial career began when he was only seven years old with a lemonade stand in front of his home.

RetroFitness Opens New Location in Toms River

RetroFitness, a leading fitness concept known for providing great value at a low retro-price, today announced the opening of its newest located in Toms River Mall at 1214 Rte 37 East in Toms River.

Cookie Cutters, Haircuts for Kids 2009 Store Openings

New Stores Opening in 2009

Franchise Consulting - A Recession-Proof Business That Thrives in Any Economy

Despite the fact that the country continues to be mired in an economic downturn, Franchise Alliance founder and president, Dan Prechtel, finds himself in the enviable position of operating a business that continues to thrive.

Hair Cuttery Launches its 2008 Regional Outdoor and Print Advertising Campaign

Hair Cuttery announces its newest advertising campaign: change your hair, and change in your pocket.

Local Salon Owners Win Regis Corporation's 2005 First Choice Haircutters And Magicuts Franchisee Of The Year Award

Regis Corporation, the industry leader in salons, hair restoration centers and education, recently honored Jim and Brenda Woodman of Mount Pearl in Newfoundland, Canada, the First Choice Haircutters and Magicuts Franchisee of the Year award for 2005.

Mark Five, Inc. Signs Reggie Slack!

Former Pro Quarterback Joins Mark Five as new Jewelry Distributor.

RetroFitness Recruits Independent Clubs on East Coast

RetroFitness, a national gym concept known for providing great value at a low retro-price, is rescuing independent club operators. As part of its national growth strategy, RetroFitness is offering to support gym owners struggling in today's tough economy

Investors "Shape Up" Portfolios with RetroFitness(R) Franchise

RetroFitness has the "workout regimen" for today's investors.

RetroFitness Opens New Location in Buckhead

RetroFitness, a leading fitness concept known for known for providing great value at a low retro-price, today announced the opening of its newest location in Two Buckhead Plaza at 3050 Peachtree Rd. NW in Atlanta, next to Seasons 52.

Sport Clips Announces Pick Your Ticket

Four sports fans and their guests will have the opportunity to choose two tickets to any sporting event in the United States, with travel, spending money, and accommodations included as a part of Sport Clips...

Massaging the Masses: Massage Heights on Track to Open 18+ Units throughout Inland Orange County and Riverside County

Local business developers Ron and Donna Lang Stoffel just announced plans to open 18+ Massage Heights locations in Inland Orange County and Riverside County over the next five years, treating tense, stressed-out consumers to a luxury spa massage...

Supercuts Races Into Grand Am

At a press conference held today at Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Florida, Supercuts announced that it extended its relationship with NASCAR partner Fitz Motorosports for two more ...

Mark Five, Inc. Joins Forces With Shavonne

Mark Five and 50 year old firm join new alliance

Tanworld, Inc Franchise Announces Corporate Training Dates

TWI Franchising, Inc. (dba; tanworld franchises) one of the leading professional indoor tanning franchises in the US is pleased to announce the first in a series of a corporate trainings. The first will be in Des Moines, IA on July 13/14, 2010 that...

Jon Ric International Spa & Wellness Center opens in Albuquerque

Jon Ric International Spa & Wellness Center opens in Albuquerque

Retrofitness Experiences Record Franchise Growth with Revival of Pop Culture Blast from the Past

Retrofitness, an awe-inspiring workout destination that offers exercisers an affordable "escape" experience that flashes back to the 1980s, is rapidly gaining muscle in the $15.9 billion fitness industry, hitting the 60-unit mark within its first year...

RetroFitness Opens New Location in Manassas

RetroFitness, a leading fitness concept known for providing great value at a low retro-price, today announced the opening of its newest located in Sudley Plaza at 11714 Sudley Manor Dr in Manassas.

Mark Five, Inc. New Online Shopping Cart

Mark Five In Houston TX premiers new online shopping area for Representatives

Sport Clips Holds Largest National Huddle in Franchise History

Sport Clips, the nation's leading men and boy's hair-care provider, drew almost 1,100 of the franchise's team members to its recent National Huddle in Austin, near the company's home-base in Georgetown.

Bishops Barbershop in Bridgeport Village Now Open

Bishops Barbershop, cuts and colors for men and women, today announced that franchisee Paul Ito has opened his shop in Bridgeport Village, at 7192 SW Hazel Fern Road in Tualatin. He recently opened a Bishops Barbershop in Orenco Station.

Planet Beach Contempo Spa

Planet Beach Franchise Selects 2011 Ms Planet Beach International Spokesmodel

A graphic design student from West Virginia will be the 2011 international spokesmodel for Planet Beach Contempo Spas, the world's largest day spa franchise.

Knockouts Haircuts for Men: New Research Shows Spending Time With Hot Women Is Good for Men's Health

Knockouts Haircuts for Men, the largest men's full service, hair care and grooming salon franchise in the nation, announces today that NEW RESEARCH SHOWS hanging out with hot women makes men feel better about themselves than they do when they hang...

Palm Beach Tan Franchise Opens First Palm Beach Tan Sunless Salon in Dallas/Ft. Worth Area

Palm Beach Tan, the nation's largest chain of indoor tanning salons, has introduced its newest concept in the luxury tanning and skin care category: Palm Beach Tan Sunless. Palm Beach Tan Sunless joins the company's three existing brands, Palm Beach Tan,

Mark Five, Inc. In Person Training

Mark Five Representative Now Helps Train New Wholesale Jewelry Reps.

Massage Envy

Associated Press Video Profile Massage Envy - Just the Right Touch: Four Blind Therapists Work at Massage Envy Clinic

Massage therapist at Massage Envy, Zane King's change of careers was not forced by the struggling economy. After he lost his sight several years ago, he attended massage therapy school and today works as a licensed massage therapist.

Supercuts Franchise - Regis Corporation Rewards Twelve With The Prestigious Franchisee Of The Year Award

At their September 2006 Franchisee Convention, Regis Corporation, the industry leader in salons, hair restoration centers and education, honored twelve of its franchisees with the prestigious Franchis...

Sport Clips Franchise Celebrates Opening of 700th Store With World Record Event

Sport Clips, the nation's largest men's and boys' hair-care provider, celebrated the opening of its 700th store by setting a world record for charity at its new White Marsh, Maryland location late yesterday. Sport Clips is known for its sports-themed, guy

Noted Franchise Developer Gary Findley Serves Up `Three-Course Meal' to Houston Business Investors

Famed franchise visionary Gary Findley, the former president of Curves International who grew the chain from 3 to 8,000 locations during his tenure, has set his sights on Houston to recreate similar aggressive growth in the market for three emerging...

5 Ways Therapeutic Massages can help Fight off the Flu

Scheduling a regular massage can have more than just relaxation benefits. In fact, massage therapy has many physical and emotional health benefits as well. Studies have shown that including massage therapy in your daily wellness routine can have many...

Planet Beach Contempo Spa

Planet Beach Contempo Spas Franchise Pioneers New Markets in Egypt

Planet Beach Contempo Spas has opened its first of several automated day spa franchises in Cairo, Egypt, catering to increased demand for affordable day spa and relaxation services in Africa and the Middle East.

Massage Envy

Massage Envy Launches New One-Of-A-Kind Career Website

Massage Envy, the nation's leading provider of therapeutic massage and largest employer of massage therapists, has launched a new career website. Designed as a tool for those seeking a career in the industry and those looking

Leading Wellness Franchise Has Biggest Month

Wellness Franchise Reports Growth for 2008

Elements Therapeutic Massage of Middleton, Mass., Celebrates Fourth Anniversary

This month, Elements Therapeutic Massage at 92 South Main Street in Middleton, Mass. is celebrating its fourth anniversary and an incredible success story that continues to defy the economy.

RetroFitness Ranked Among the Franchise Elite in Entrepreneur's Prestigious 32nd Annual Franchise 500

RetroFitness was ranked 236 in Entrepreneur's 32nd Annual "Franchise 500," the world's most comprehensive franchise ranking. It's the brands first appearance on the list. The national gym chain known for providing great value at a low retro-price also ran

Massage Heights Opens Cornerstone Retreat in Mission Viejo

Local business developers Ron and Donna Lang Stoffel, long-time residents and active members of the Mission Viejo community, are opening the doors to Mission Viejo's first affordable, upscale massage retreat, Massage Heights. This will be the first of 18

Massage Heights Franchise to Open Cornerstone Retreat in Mission Viejo

Local business developers Ron and Donna Lang Stoffel just announced plans for an October 2010 launch of Mission Viejo's premier Massage Heights, located at 26032 Marguerite Parkway, treating tense, stressed-out consumers to a luxury spa massage experience

Massage Heights Newport Beach Franchise Set to Open Its 1st Orange County Retail Location in Newport Beach, CA on August 20th, 2010

Soothing music, relaxing aromatic candles, a clean and calming environment, and experienced massage therapists. All these are available at Massage Heights Newport Beach's newest location in The Bluffs Shopping Center at 1334 Bison Ave, Newport Beach, CA 9

Planet Beach Contempo Spa

Planet Beach Tanning Franchise Launches Lower Investment Version of Successful Contempo Spa Franchise

Planet Beach(R)Franchising Corporation, a recognizable leader in the health, wellness and beauty industry, has launched a lower investment version of its successful Contempo Spa(TM) franchise.

Massage Franchise Founder Named to DBJ's "Outstanding Women in Business" for 2010

Michele Merhib, founder of Elements Therapeutic Massage, has been named to the Denver Business Journal's "Outstanding Women in Business" list. The finalists were chosen based on their accomplishments in their industry as well as for being innovative, entr

Massage Envy

Massage Envy(R) Franchise Announces Gainesville and Melbourne, FL as Key Markets in 2010 Expansion Plans

Massage Envy, the pioneer and national leader of affordable and accessible massage and spa services, announced today that Gainesville and Melbourne, Florida are priority growth markets in the company's 2010 expansion plans. Massage Envy is seeking franchi

Taking Tranquility to New Heights: Massage Heights Opens Baltimore Franchise Location

Soothing music, relaxing aromatic candles, a clean and calming environment, and experienced massage therapists. All these are available at Massage Heights, the new, luxurious therapeutic massage retreat located at 2544 Quarry Lake Dr. in Quarry Lake...

Franchise Consulting - A Recession-Proof Business That Thrives in Any Economy

Despite the fact that the country continues to be mired in an economic downturn, Franchise Alliance founder and president, Dan Prechtel, finds himself in the enviable position of operating a business that continues to thrive.

Top-rated Tanning Salon Offers Free Gas Cards

Responding to the national gas price crises, Beach Bum Tanning is offering Free Gas Cards with the purchase of select tanning and airbrush tanning packages.

Elements Therapeutic Massage Franchise Anounces Five Strategies for a More Efficient Franchise System

Even profitable companies with hundreds of locations in multiple countries must look to improve in today's unforgiving economy.

Sport Clips' Gordon and Bettye Logan Recognized for Philanthropy

Gordon Logan, founder and CEO of Sport Clips, the nation's leading hair care franchise dedicated to men and boys, and his wife Bettye, Sport Clips vice president, were recently recognized with two Georgetown, Texas-area philanthropy awards.

Massaging the Masses: Massage Heights on Track to Open 20 Units throughout Atlanta Market by 2015

Local business developer Tom Gustoff is planning to open the doors to Atlanta's second Massage Heights retreat with the help of Randy Merrill, Gustoff's newest strategic partner. This location will be the second of 20 locations set to open in the Atlanta

In the Business of Making a Positive Difference in the Lives of Others

Inches-A-Weigh, founded in 1986 by Scott Simcik, is an innovator in the women's health and fitness industry. Simcik created the concept, which has grown nationwide through a network of dedicated licensors, because he believed the over age 40 baby...


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Features & Special Reports

Anatomy of a Turnaround: Bennigan's Reclaims The Integrity of An Icon

Everyone 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 Down

Anil Yadav has graced the pages (and one cover) of Multi-Unit Franchisee magazine twice before.

5 Key Mobile Marketing Strategies for Franchises

For franchise marketers, mobile marketing is now paramount to a successful online strategy.

MarketingSherpa: Marketing Wisdom for 2012

In 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 Will

I 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 Prospects

We asked two franchise marketing pros what they're doing to provide more timely - and relevant - responses to prospect inquiries.

Social Media Roundup - May 2012

Here 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 Possible

When 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 Today

Procrastination 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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