September 09, 2010
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Your Business Services Franchise Strategic Alliance News SourceFranchise News Watch brings you the latest in business services franchising strategic alliance news from around the web. As a news aggregator for the business services franchise industry, Franchise News Watch streams the latest ground breaking franchise articles, features, guides, blogs, news and more directly to your desktop.  Business Services Franchise Strategic Alliance News
United Shipping Solutions Partners with the U.S. Postal ServiceUnited Shipping Solutions (USS), an agent and franchisee based transportation sales company proudly announces its new partnership with the United States Postal Service (USPS). USS, with 2008 revenues of $78 million, has built their transportation...
The Growth Coach(R) Signs Newest National Account with The Little Gym InternationalThe Growth Coach, one of the fastest-growing business coaching franchises in North America with a presence in more than 170 markets throughout North America, has announced a nationwide coaching partnership with The Little Gym International, a global... Jackson Hewitt Tax Service(R) Supports the Magic Johnson Foundation with Financial Literacy and Tax Education InitiativeJackson Hewitt Tax Service(R) today announced a partnership with the Magic Johnson Foundation and its Magic Johnson Community Empowerment Centers (MJCEC), which offer educational and other resources to communities around the country, to provide a...
Jackson Hewitt Tax Service(R) Launches Partnership With Dress for Success to Support Financial Literacy InitiativeJackson Hewitt Tax Service(R) announced a partnership with Dress for Success (DFS), a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the economic independence of disadvantaged women, to support Dress for Success' financial literacy initiative through a...
Signs Now(R) Creates Development Success With Matchmaker(Tm) ProgramDespite the news of the current economy, signage and graphics franchise company, Signs Now, a Division of Allegra Network LLC, is beating the odds and experiencing positive growth with the help of the MatchMaker™ program. The conversion program,... Signs By Tomorrow Launches Online Multi-Media Presentation to Enhance Franchise SalesThe Cary Group, LLC, announced today that their newest product, The Telamercial, has been launched by the Columbia, Maryland-based, national sign franchisor Signs By Tomorrow, Inc. Mr. Rooter(R) and ACE DuraFlo(R) Announce PartnershipMr. Rooter and ACE DuraFlo Systems announce an exclusive agreement that allows Mr. Rooter franchisees to expand their menu of services with the addition of miniE®, an epoxy pipe restoration technology. Westaff Announces New Relationship With SIRVA, Inc.Westaff, Inc. (NASDAQ:WSTF), a leading provider of staffing services, announced today that it has established a staffing relationship with SIRVA, Inc. Under the terms of the agreement, Westaff will act as a single source provider by centralizing and... Carlson Hotels Worldwide and La Escuelita Partner to Encourage Academics and Activity for Area Latino YouthLa Escuelita, a leading program in the state that provides academic support for Latino youth in the Twin Cities, and Carlson Hotels Worldwide are working together to provide activity and book bags to the children at the facility. The tote bags are from...
Jackson Hewitt Teams Up With Earvin 'Magic' JohnsonJackson Hewitt Tax Service Inc. (NYSE: JTX) announced today a new agreement with Magic Johnson Enterprises that will feature Earvin "Magic" Johnson in a new advertising campaign as Jackson Hewitt's new spokesperson and business partner. Toys for Tots Literacy Program Turns Dollars into BooksWhile known for giving toys to under-privileged children during the holidays, the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation is teaming up with The UPS Store(R) and Mail Boxes Etc.(R) locations nationwide to provide books to needy children this holiday season... The Growth Coach(R) Signs Newest National Account with Fresh CoatThe Growth Coach, one of the fastest-growing business coaching franchises with a presence in more than 140 markets, has announced a nationwide partnership with Fresh Coat, the nation's fastest-growing interior painting franchise, to help guide... E-Myth's Michael Gerber to Speak at FranchisEsource Brands International 9Th Annual Conference in SeptemberReinforcing their recent partnership, Michael Gerber, New York Times bestselling author on the E-Myth series of books on entrepreneurial success, will be the featured keynote speaker at the upcoming FranchisEsource Brands International, FSBI... Westaff Wins Crate & Barrel AccountWestaff, Inc., a leading provider of staffing services, announced today that it has established a business relationship with the home furnishing giant, Crate & Barrel. Crate & Barrel currently has over 160 stores and over 7,000 associates nationwi InnoVentures Invests $300K in Springville-Based Five Star PaintingInnoVentures Capital Partners today announced a $300,000 investment in franchisor Five Star Painting. Signs Now(R) Announces Global Development PartnershipSigns Now, a Division of Allegra Network LLC, recently announced a new corporate partnership with Edwards Global Services, Inc. (EGS). The Growth Coach to Empower Home Helpers Franchisees to Greater SuccessThe Growth Coach recently announced a nationwide partnership with Home Helpers, the #1 Senior Care franchise in North America, to help guide their franchisees to even greater success and satisfaction as business owners. E-Myth and FranchisEsource Brands International Create the Largest Franchise Network Delivering Business Success Education and Coaching to EntrepreneuA strategic partnership was announced today between E-Myth Worldwide™, the global leader in entrepreneurial business success education systems and FranchisEsource Brands International, a multi-brand franchisor, whose three business coaching franchis Money Mailer Direct Marketing Partners With Cellfire to Deliver Mobile CouponsMoney Mailer, a quality leader in the $62 billion direct marketing industry since 1979, has formed a strategic partnership with Cellfire Inc., the only nationwide mobile coupon and discount offer service, to deliver mobile coupons in conjunction with... ActionCOACH Announces Strategic Alliance With LJ Hooker Business BrokingActionCOACH, the world's number one business coaching firm, has announced a new strategic alliance with the Melbourne offices of LJ Hooker Business Broking - Melbourne Bayside (Ormond) & Melbourne Central (CBD). NiteLites Franchise Systems Partners with Biz,Buy,Sell to Find Qualified FranchiseesThe national outdoor lighting company, NiteLites Franchise Systems, has enjoyed steady growth in outdoor lighting system sales, and in the number of franchises that offer NiteLites products and services. Kitchen Tune-Up Announces Strategic Cross Referral Partnership with Retailer Best BuyIn an alliance announced today, Kitchen Tune-Up and Best Buy Co., Inc. have begun a strategic relationship to assist each other's clients in a cross referral program. Bond University and Bartercard announce joint scholarship initiativeBartercard Australia has entered into a unique scholarship agreement with Bond University on the Gold Coast to support the educational ambitions of Bartercard's members, franchisees and staff. Inter Flora announces new website and implementation of ecommerceInter flora, the west coast's premier retail, wholesale and producer of top quality artificial plants, trees and floral products has completed the redesign of the Company's website, www.interflorainc.com. Mr. Rooter Hires Franchise ConsultantsThe Mr. Rooter Corporation recently added Les Hanks and Franc Exley to its corporate team. As franchise consultants, Hanks and Exley work directly with franchisees, supporting them in all aspects of their businesses.
MonitorClosely.com Franchise partners with Boxing ChampionKelly "The Ghost" Pavlik, current WBO and WBC middleweight world champion has entered into an agreement to be surveillance systems franchise company MonitorClosely.com's official spokesperson.
The UPS Store Launches New Ad Campaign Featuring Map Placements on weather.comThe Weather Channel Interactive, Inc. (TWCI) today announced The UPS Store as the anchor sponsor of the points of interest on the weather.com interactive map as a part of its latest campaign. GT3 and VTS Team Up to Deliver GPS-Based Location Services Through Odyssey(TM) SoftwareVehicle Tracking Solutions (VTS) and Ground Travel Technology Team, (GT3) today announced that they will work together to provide GT3 customers with a GPS tracking solution.
Toys for Tots Launches New Year-Round Literacy InitiativeAfter 60 years of delivering holiday joy to millions of disadvantaged children, the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation today announced its first year-round initiative, the Toys for Tots Literacy Program.
SIGNARAMA Franchise in Issaquah Joins THE SIGN ZONESIGNARAMA, the world's largest sign franchise, located at 1555 NW Mall St., is now joining hands with the existing craftsmen at THE SIGN ZONE.
Money Mailer Announces Exclusive Partnership with ePrizeMoney Mailer, a leader in the $62 billion direct marketing industry since 1979, today announced a strategic partnership with ePrize, the worldwide leader in interactive promotions to help advertisers get and keep more customers combining the power of... United Airlines Renews Contract with Spherion's Recruitment Process Outsourcing DivisionSpherion Corporation's recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) division today announced that United Airlines has renewed its contract with the Company through 2010.
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Features & Special ReportsFamily Friendly: A case study on family-run franchisingFamily-run franchise operations can offer a blessing, or a curse. An example of the blessing would be the close relationships and high degree of trust that exists in many families. In this case, success generally follows. But an example of the curse of family-run franchises could be the inability to separate business from family. That could be a serious problem after 5:00 and on weekends. Still, many families find the attraction of working together a strong pull and the results can be quite productive. Families like Ed Doherty's are a perfect example.< Mentor-Motivated: Two Key Individuals have Inspired Jerry HeathTwo people have figured prominently in Jerry Heath's career. The first is his father, who helped bankroll him when he started out in franchising. The second is Steve Jackson, the president of Hungry Howie's Pizza, who began mentoring Heath at an impressionable age (12). Stop the Bleeding: What Franchisors can do to Help Struggling FranchiseesTwo years of tight credit and reduced consumer spending not only have left many franchisees reeling, they've also put a serious crimp in their franchisors' royalty streams. We asked workout professionals and bankruptcy attorneys experienced in franchising what franchisors can do to help turn around their distressed franchisees--without spending precious funds or getting themselves into legal hot water. Franchising With Family Members Can Be Fraught With Danger Or Filled With SuccessIt can be difficult enough to get a franchise up and running on your own, or with other operational and investing partners, but it can be downright arduous if family members are involved in the deal. But that's the route some franchisees take and when done properly this management model can provide years of personal and professional harmony. But there are some secrets to making it work. Go in unprepared and you could break up a business and a family. The Winner's ColumnAs savvy franchise companies continue to flourish in this challenging economy, FUSR will continue to bring you good news each month, highlighting brands that are adding units, increasing comp store sales, striking deals with investors, and continuing to grow despite the economy - maybe even because of it. And, as the U.S. struggles through its "jobless recovery," growth-oriented franchisors continue to look overseas for expansion opportunities. Sales Intelligence for Superior Performance, Part 2Aggressive growth companies measure the performance of their sales personnel just as they do their advertising. With high recruitment expenses you can't afford mediocre selling performance, which costs dearly in lost franchise deals. A policyholder survey by Prudential Insurance revealed that the greatest influencing factor in the buying process is the sales person. Turning Around Struggling FranchiseesTwo years of tight credit and reduced consumer spending have left many franchisees reeling and put a serious crimp in franchisors' royalty streams. Workout professionals and bankruptcy attorneys experienced in franchising discuss what franchisors can do to help turn around distressed units - without spending scarce funds or getting themselves into legal hot water. New Gift Card Regulations Kicked in August 22ndLast year when President Obama signed the Credit Card Act of 2009 (the Act") into law, the nation's attention largely focused on those provisions of the law that aim to change the way credit card companies do business with consumers. However, since the Act imposes requirements on gift card issuers, it also changed the way many retailers and franchise companies will do business with consumers. Strong Cultures Sell More Franchises!Every franchise organization has a culture, the same way every person has a personality. If your franchise brand is serious about growth and development, ask yourself these two questions: 1) Does our franchise system have a strong, positive culture?; and 2) Is it a culture that promotes selling franchises? Special Operations: Franchising in a Strange LandOpening franchise units in nontraditional locations has been the domain of specialists--but not anymore. With the economy still slumping, lending still tight, and suburban expansion at a standstill, many multi-unit franchisees are exploring the viability of sites such as airports, hotels, colleges, senior centers, highway rest stops, hospitals, and military bases.
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