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Your Childrens Franchise General Announcement News SourceFranchise News Watch brings you the latest in childrens franchising general announcement news from around the web. As a news aggregator for the childrens franchise industry, Franchise News Watch streams the latest ground breaking franchise articles, features, guides, blogs, news and more directly to your desktop.  Childrens Franchise General Announcement NewsHomewatch CareGivers University Reaches Key MilestonesHomewatch CareGivers, the largest, most experienced international provider of personal home care services, announced today that its Homewatch CareGivers University, an online education platform for all caregivers, has achieved two significant milestones, Chuck E. Cheese's Makes Special Guest Appearance on Lifetime Television's "The Balancing Act"Chuck E. Cheese's (NYSE: CEC), everyone's favorite family entertainment center, made a special guest appearance on Lifetime Television's "The Balancing Act" to discuss how it is giving away more than just toys and tickets. The segment, available for viewi Primrose Schools(R) Announces Exclusive Partnership with The Music Class(R)Primrose Schools proudly announces a new, exclusive partnership with The Music Class, an award-winning, international music education company founded by musician and music educator Rob Sayer. The program will enhance Primrose's Balanced Learning® musi Pump It Up Jumps on Opportunity to Support Autism SpeaksPump It Up, the nation's largest franchise of indoor inflatable playgrounds for private parties and other events, announced today that it has partnered with Autism Speaks, North America's largest autism science and advocacy organization, to fundraise and Build-A-Bear Workshop Awarding $10,000 to 10 Un-bear-lievable KidsA recent survey shows that today's youths are more in touch with the needs of their communities than ever before. In a poll conducted by Build-A-Bear Workshop® (NYSE: BBW), 98 percent of the 400 young people responding said it is important to help oth Tutor Doctor Named Top Global FranchiseThe Franchise 500 list by Entrepreneur is the world's first, best and most comprehensive franchise ranking that is based on objective, quantifiable measures of success from financial and statistical data. In its 32nd year of release, the list recognizes t
Tutor Doctor Named Top Global FranchiseEntrepreneur magazine released its Franchise 500 list for 2011 naming Tutor Doctor as one of the Top Global Franchises. In its third consecutive year on the list, the one-on-one, in-home tutor service was also ranked as a Fastest Growing Franchise and a T Guests Win Free Tickets for Chuck E. Cheese's Through New Online Ticket Blaster GameChuck E. Cheese's is bringing all the fun and excitement of winning tickets and prizes to kids at home through the new online ticket blaster game on its website at http://www.chuckecheese.com/chuck-e-games/. As tickets zoom around the computer screen, kid Home Care Services Growing Amidst Slow EconomyGreenwood Village, CO - If you thought every industry was down due to a sluggish economy, think again. At least one company in the home care segment based in Denver, Colorado is on the rise. Local Children's Party Place 'Bounces' for Cystic FibrosisBounceU of Farmingdale, part of the nation's largest franchise specializing in private party experiences that feature the latest indoor inflatable equipment, will host its 2nd annual charity fundraiser to benefit the Boomer Esiason Foundation.
Computer Explorers: Holiday Tech Gifts Can Expand Education for KidsThink giving electronics for gifts will turn kids into couch potatoes? The Goddard School Announces the Top Five Preschooler Approved Toys for 2010Are you shopping for a preschool-aged child this holiday season? Look no further! Children and educators from select Goddard Schools – leaders in early childhood education – have announced their top toy picks for children ages two to six years Give the Gift of Rock This Holiday Season and Kick Boredom During the School Break This Winter, with the School of Rock Winter Break Camp Series 2010Give the Gift of Rock this Holiday Season with the School of Rock, Winter Break 2010 Camp Series. Young Chefs Academy Expands their Recipe for Success InternationallyYoung Chefs Academy, the first cooking school for children franchise, has expanded their unique cooking academies in four different countries in the past six months. Entrepreneurs from Thailand, the Dominican Republic, Botswana and Kuwait are taking advan Computer Explorers Adapts Franchise Offering to Spur GrowthComputer Explorers, a Houston-based technology education franchise that is growing in international markets, has launched a lower initial investment model for potential franchisees who may not have much liquid capital or access to traditional bank loans i Plato's Closet Reaches Milestone with 300th Franchise LocationPlato's Closet®, the popular teen and twenty-something clothing retail concept that buys and sells gently used, name brand clothing, achieved a significant milestone with the opening of it's 300th franchise location. Andy, Rob and Stacy Deal, business
Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. Names Virginia Kent to Its Board of DirectorsBuild-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. (NYSE: BBW), the interactive retailer of customized stuffed animals, announced today that Virginia H. (Ginger) Kent has been appointed to the Company's board of directors, effective immediately. Franchise Consulting - A Recession-Proof Business That Thrives in Any EconomyDespite 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. Gap Inc. to Bring First Gap Store to South AmericaContinuing its global expansion, Gap Inc. (NYSE:GPS) today announced a franchise agreement to introduce Gap brand in South America. The first Gap store is expected to open in Santiago, Chile in the Parque Arauco mall in September 2011. With today's announ Build-A-Bear Workshop to Raise Funds for Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation During National Diabetes Awareness MonthBuild-A-Bear Workshop®, the interactive entertainment retailer of customized stuffed animals, announced today that it is raising funds for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) throughout the month of November as part of National Diabetes A Mississauga Awarded 2010 Nurse Next Door Franchise Partner of the Year AwardDavid and Lucie Shaw, owners of Nurse Next Door's Mississauga franchise smiled a little bigger recently when they were awarded the company's 2010 Franchise Partner of the Year award. In front of their fellow franchise partners along with the team from the Borders Hosts Holiday Charity Drive with Build-A-Bear Workshop(R)Borders today announced that it is teaming with Build-A-Bear Workshop® for a holiday charity drive to benefit children in need. Now through Dec. 24, customers shopping at Borders stores nationwide will have the opportunity to donate books and stuffed Franchisor of Pump it Up and BounceU Names New VP of MarketingPIU Management, LLC, the nation's largest multi-brand franchisor of indoor inflatable playgrounds Pump It Up and BounceU, announced today it has hired respected national marketing executive Joe Kendra as its new Vice President of Marketing. Pump It Up Party Franchise Works with Maker of Fin Fin Friends(TM) to Expand Reach of Next Hot ToyWhile the nation's largest retailers are stocking their shelves with a new virtual pet, Fin Fin Friends™, Pump It Up is offering families an opportunity to experience the highly anticipated interactive new toy for the upcoming holiday shopping seaso Build-A-Bear Workshop Launches Mobile Application on iTunesBuild-A-Bear Workshop®, the interactive entertainment retailer of customized stuffed animals, announced today that it is launching its first mobile application for Apple's iPad, iPhone and iPod Touch on Nov. 1. With this free Build-A-Bear Workshop bra CEC Entertainment, Inc. to Webcast Third Quarter 2010 EarningsCEC Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE:CEC) today announced that it will host a conference call with investors on Thursday, November 4, 2010, to discuss financial results for the third quarter ended October 3, 2010. The conference call will begin at 3:30 p.m. Cent Victoria Justice and Build-A-Bear Workshop Franchise Announce PartnershipBuild-A-Bear Workshop®, the interactive entertainment retailer of customized stuffed animals, announced a new partnership today with popular teen actress and singer, Victoria Justice. Known for her acting roles in several television shows and movies a Industry Panel Chooses Finalists for Family Caregiver of the Year AwardHomewatch CareGivers, the largest, most experienced international provider of personal home care services, announced today nine finalists for the company's Family Caregiver of the Year award. Finalists were selected from a group of 31 semifinalists by a 1 The Little Gym Forms Joint Venture to Pave Entry into ChinaThe Little Gym International (TLGI, www.thelittlegym.com), the premier developer of skills in children worldwide, today announced that it has entered into a joint venture that will bring the concept to mainland China. Pump It Up Franchise 'Jumps' In to Help Combat Childhood Obesity in AmericaPump It Up is taking action to help reverse childhood obesity in America with the new Jump It Up! Challenge, a nationwide program that promotes fitness and rewards children for 60 minutes of physical activity on the playgrounds' giant, colorful inflatable The Little Gym Forms Joint Venture To Pave Entry Into ChinaThe Little Gym International (TLGI, www.thelittlegym.com), the premier developer of skills in children worldwide, today announced that it has entered into a joint venture that will bring the concept to mainland China. Homewatch CareGivers Franchise Announces National Panel for 2010 Family Caregiver of the Year AwardHomewatch CareGivers, the largest, most experienced international provider of personal home care services, has assembled an impressive panel of experts to select the national winner of the company's Family Caregiver of the Year award. The 10-member panel
Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. Franchise Announces Third Quarter Fiscal 2010 Results Release Date, Webcast and Conference CallBuild-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. (NYSE: BBW), an interactive, entertainment-based retailer of customized stuffed animals, will report results for its fiscal 2010 third quarter ended October 2, 2010, on October 28, 2010 prior to the opening of trading on the Ne Build-A-Bear Workshop Franchise Engages Parents and Kids During Oct. Internet Safety MonthBuild-A-Bear Workshop®, the interactive entertainment retailer of customized stuffed animals, is continuing to encourage Internet safety by providing education for kids as well as resources and recommendations for parents. For the second consecutive y GAP Inc. Joins White House 'skills For America's Future' InitiativeGap Inc. (NYSE: GPS) announced today that it has joined the White House initiative Skills for America's Future, a new public-private partnership focused on workforce development and job placement for community college students. The fashion retailer will r
Moms Tell Build-A-Bear Workshop Franchise Charitable Giving Is a Holiday PriorityA new survey conducted by Build-A-Bear Workshop (NYSE: BBW) has found reassuring news in the midst of the current economic climate. Most respondents, 87 percent, say that they will continue holiday charitable giving at the same or an even greater level th Build-A-Bear Workshop(R) Franchise Introduces Out of this World STAR WARS(TM) ProductsBuild-A-Bear Workshop®, the interactive entertainment retailer of customized stuffed animals, announced today that it is introducing exclusive Star Wars products including the new Star Wars Bear ($22), bear-sized character costumes, and a Star Wars th Primrose Schools Makes Critical Investment in Early Childhood LiteracyThe students, staff and families from Primrose Schools nationwide announce the donation of $195,000 to Reach Out and Read, a non-profit that partners with doctors to prepare America's youngest children to succeed in school. Over the past five years, the f Less Play Today Means Fewer Leaders For TomorrowIn 1981, 40% of children's time was spent in play. By 1997, that number had shrunk to only 25%(1). In the last two decades, kids have lost eight hours of free play per week and 30,000 schools across the U.S. have eliminated recess to make time for more ac
Sylvan Learning Franchise Launches South Florida Expansion With Plans to Open More Than 10 Franchise-Owned Centers by 2011Sylvan Learning, Inc., North America's most recognized provider of supplemental education, announced today that for the first time, South Florida is open for franchise sales. With mostly company-owned centers in market, Sylvan Learning is now seeking fran Life After Stroke: Emotional HealingLife after a stroke is inevitably full of challenges and adjustments. These challenges range from healing physically and re-learning the motions of everyday life to coping with such a life-altering event. While in the recovery period, it's important to ke Nurse Next Door Launches U.S. Franchise OperationsNurse Next Door Home Healthcare Services, one of North America's fastest growing franchise systems, is taking a major step towards achieving its long-term vision. The leading senior home care franchise system in Canada is now launching its much anticipate Record Attendance at 2010 Mathnasium Franchise ConventionBest practices, a next-generation information management system, a revamped web site and a targeted social media marketing strategy were hot topics at the Sixth Annual Mathnasium Franchise Convention, held this summer at the Walt Disney World Swan Resort |
Features & Special Reports"The Proven Match" for Finding Qualified Franchisees Debuts on Franchising.com Ad PortalProven Match has teamed up with Franchise Update Media Group (FUMG) to give results-driven franchisors a cost-saving profiling service that delivers pre-qualified candidates. Restaurateur Extraordinaire: Sam Covelli Does It With More Than 200 LocationsSam Covelli says he grew up in the restaurant business working in his father's McDonald's. Running For Charity: Colortyme Franchisee Raises Money And Awareness For Children's HospitalThis April will mark the third year in a row that Al Coelho has run the 26-mile Boston Marathon. That's a significant achievement. But it's only a part of what Coelho will do that day. Turning Up The Heat: Learning How To Handle Irate Customers And Look Like A HeroIrate customers. No matter how good you are at what you do, what business you are in, or where it is located, you will at some point find yourself facing an irate customer. Sustaining Business: Zane Tankel On Growing During Tough TimesAs the economy continues to struggle through a slow recovery, business people everywhere are looking for any tools or techniques that will help them keep their businesses alive and thriving. Creating 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. 
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