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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 NewsSigns Now Selects EDSF to Administer New Scholarship ProgramSigns Now, a division of Allegra Network LLC, recently selected the Electronic Document Scholarship Foundation (EDSF), an international, non-profit organization dedicated to the document management and communications industries, to administer five new...
Coaching for a Cause: ActionCOACH Business Coach Peter Lepinski and business partner Teresa Souliere Donate Services to United WayActionCOACH Business Coach Peter Lepinski is currently volunteering his services to the United Way of Grande Prairie, Alberta, as part of the company’s Coaching for a Cause campaign – and international effort to help support charities... Allegra Network Leadership Team Reaches Agreement with Signs By TomorrowMembers of Allegra Network LLC’s leadership team, the leading franchise network of nearly 500 marketing, print and sign companies, have reached an agreement to invest in an entity that will purchase the assets of Signs By Tomorrow, Inc. BlueGrace(R) Logistics Sponsors UFC(R) Fighters in January 28 MatchupTampa’s BlueGrace Logistics’ involvement in sponsoring MMA fighters for Ultimate Fighting Championship(R) (UFC) bouts continues with sponsorships of two contenders in matchups this weekend. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK(R) Michigan Franchise Locations Donate More Than $254,000 in Charitable Moves in 2011Long known as the "Movers Who Care®," TWO MEN AND A TRUCK® franchise locations across Michigan donated more than 2,500 hours, the equivalent of $254,288, in charitable moves in 2011. The in-kind effort assisted a number of non-profit... Padgett Business Services Joins Frantopia As Business PartnerFranchise Business Review announced today that Padgett Business Services, which offers financial services to small businesses, has become a business partner and content expert for Frantopia, FBR’s social networking and business resources site. Intelligent Office-San Diego Selects Johnson & Jennings as General ContractorIntelligent Office, the virtual, professionally staffed office space for mobile executives and small businesses opening in February 2012, has chosen Johnson and Jennings as general contractor. Volvo Rents “Builds Out” on Partnership with Homes for Our TroopsVolvo Construction Equipment Rents, Inc. (Volvo Rents), a worldwide provider of small-to-medium sized construction equipment, is partnering with Homes for Our Troops in 2012 for the second straight year. FocalPoint Business Coaching Joins Frantopia as Business PartnerFranchise Business Review, the premier market research firm for the franchise industry, announced today that FocalPoint Business Coaching has become a business partner and content expert for Frantopia, FBR's social networking and business resources site.
Jackson Hewitt(R) to Operate in 2,800 Walmart U.S. Store LocationsJackson Hewitt Tax Service Inc., the nation's second largest tax preparation firm, today announced that it will operate in approximately 2,800 Walmart U.S. stores in the upcoming 2012 tax season.
Carlson Establishes Partnership With Clean The WorldCarlson, a global hospitality and travel company, today announced an agreement between Carlson Hotels and Clean the World Global LLC, a social enterprise committed to saving lives and protecting our planet, to collect and recycle hotel soaps, shampoos,... Small Business Development Center Turns to FranNet and Franchising to Help Create Georgia JobsThe Georgia Small Business Development Center network is turning to the franchise industry to help create much-needed jobs.
Christelle Lauture Works with Small Businesses to Achieve Their PotentialSometimes it takes a big change to make the kind of life you want. Christelle Lauture, the newest ActionCOACH Business Coach in Martinique was lucky enough to find an opportunity to make big changes in her life, while, at the same time, helping her... Labor Finders International Selects MindComet as Interactive Agency of RecordAfter an extensive nationwide search process, Labor Finders International, an industry leader in temporary staffing, announced today the selection of MindComet as their Interactive Agency of Record. Glass Doctor(R) Partners With Proguard To Stop BurglariesGlass Doctor kicked off its new partnership with Affiliated Construction Specialists (ACS) with a ProGuard Security Systems installation and a check presentation last Friday. Dan Nastansky of Glass Doctor of Odessa accepted the check from ACS President Je SIB Development & Consulting Launches Strategic Partnership with BookKeeping ExpressSIB Development & Consulting, a company that helps businesses save money on their monthly recurring expenses, today announced a strategic partnership with BookKeeping Express, the only U.S. franchise that helps business owners grow their companies thr
Pak Mail and Caring Transitions Unite to Simplify Any Move AnywhereIn an effort to streamline the moving process for people everywhere, Pak Mail Centers of America, a leader in the packing and shipping industry, has partnered with relocation experts Caring Transitions, a national franchise specializing in assisting clien
Sir Speedy Of Newark Increasing Efficiency With Mmi SolutionsSir Speedy of Newark announces a partnership with MMI Solutions utilizing the MMI Sales Edge to grow revenues and automate the marketing and sales process. The MMI Sales Edge will be used to support the cross-media and full service printing needs at the f Leading Marketing, Print and Graphic Communications Company Connects Independent Printers with New Allegra AdvantageTM ProgramAllegra Network announced today that it has signed its first two agreements through the company's innovative AdvantageTM Program. Volvo Rents "Building" a New Partnership with Homes for Our TroopsThe worldwide provider of small-to-medium sized construction equipment, Volvo Rents, has selected the national, non-profit organization Homes for Our Troops as its charitable partner, aiding in the construction of new homes for injured veterans.
RightNow Helps Jackson Hewitt Tax Service(R) Deliver Exceptional Customer Experiences and Improve Contact Center PerformanceJackson Hewitt Tax Service(R) is using RightNow (NASDAQ: RNOW) to deliver excellent customer experiences to its franchise owners, tax preparers and millions of clients, while improving contact center efficiency and reducing operating costs. RightNow CX, t
Franchise Consulting Firm The Franchise Alliance Announces 300th Franchise PartnerFranchise consulting industry leader Franchise Alliance, Inc. announced yet another milestone today at its Atlanta Headquarters. Already the fastest growing international franchise brokerage network, the Franchise Alliance introduced The Goddard School... Troops Transition with Help from Congress, Spring-GreenOn Friday, September 4th, Spring-Green Lawn Care Corp. CEO Tom Hofer and Peoria Spring-Green franchisee Dave Vojta met with Congressman Aaron Schock (R-IL) for a press conference discussing the Help Veterans Own Franchises Act. The bill was introduced...
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... Bevinco + Moxie's = A Perfect MatchNo matter how well-oiled your business may appear at a glance, it's impossible to be on site 24 hours a day to know for sure if things are really as they seem. When Moxie's Classic Grill franchisee Eatz Enterprises realized there was more to their...
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...
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Features & Special ReportsCreating a Cost-Effective Lead Generation StrategyFor many franchisors, the traditional advertising vehicles - portals, print advertising, PR, and broker networks - do not appear to be working as effectively as they were five years ago. New Highlights from the 2012 AFDRIn the previous two issues of FUSR, we published (1) a high-level overview of the 2012 Annual Franchise Development Report (AFDR), followed by (2) a selection of highlights from the report. Finding Your Optimal Buyer: Sellers Must Learn To Look Beyond PriceWhen sellers are contemplating a decision regarding the sale of their business, they overwhelmingly select the bidder with the highest price, only to find afterward that this might not have been the best decision for their circumstances. The Four Steps to Lead Generation Success, Part 4: Wow 'Em!This fourth installment builds on those ideas, showing how you can "wow" your candidates and the importance of how you present your concept to them. The Winner's Column - February 2012As savvy franchise companies continue to flourish in a volatile economy, FUSR continues to bring you good news each month, highlighting brands that are adding units, increasing comp store sales, striking deals with investors, innovating, and continuing to grow, whether domestically or overseas. Jim Collins to Keynote 2012 Multi-Unit Franchising ConferenceMulti-Unit Franchisee Magazine announced today that Jim Collins, business expert and best-selling author, will deliver the opening keynote address at the 2012 Multi-Unit Franchising Conference (MUFC). Growing Up Franchising: Sam Covelli Develops Both His Brands And EmployeesSam Covelli says he grew up in the restaurant business working in his father's McDonald's. Under his father's leadership, Covelli Enterprises eventually grew to 26 locations, one of the largest McDonald's franchisees in the country. Members Only: Ray Harrigill Builds A Successful Membership-Based Business ModelRay Harrigill believes in diversification. His Sunray Companies has restaurants (Bumpers Drive-In), tanning salons (Palm Beach Tan), fitness centers (Koko FitClub), and hotel properties (Hampton Inn), to name a few. That's because of lessons he's learned along the way. Creating Jobs: Zane Tankel Is Taking Matters Into His Own HandsZane Tankel is not waiting on any government job programs to help his business. CMO Roundtable - Using Profiling to Retain More CustomersWhat are some fresh, innovative ways you are using profiling, targeting,<br /> and loyalty programs to acquire and retain more customers? 
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