February 06, 2012
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Your Childrens Franchise Personnel News SourceFranchise News Watch brings you the latest in childrens franchising personnel 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 Personnel NewsToys"R"Us, INC. Appoints Roger Mclaughlan Managing Director, Toys"R"Us, U.K.Toys"R"Us, Inc. today announced the appointment of Roger McLaughlan as Managing Director, Toys"R"Us, U.K., effective January 16, 2012. Appleton Learning Names New Director of Franchise DevelopmentAppleton Learning, a private education organization and franchise that provides individualized tutoring, test preparation, academic testing and assessments for students of all ages, announces that Alissa Ramsay has been named director of franchise. Gap Inc. Announces Resignation of Tom Wyatt, President of Old NavyGap Inc. today announced that Tom Wyatt, president of its Old Navy brand, has resigned in order to take a position at another company outside of the apparel retail business, effective February 3, 2012. Gap Inc. Names Tom Wyatt President Of Old NavyGap Inc. announced today that Tom Wyatt has been named president of its Old Navy division, effective immediately.
Pump It Up Expands Management Team Following Merger with BounceUPump It Up, the nation's largest franchise of interactive, indoor inflatable playgrounds for private parties, announced today that it has added two highly experienced franchising executives to its management team, including a Vice President of...
CEO of Pearson USA School business, Peter Cohen, Joins Primrose Schools Board of DirectorsPrimrose Schools, the nation's leader in high quality educational child care, announced today that it has recruited Peter Cohen, the CEO of Pearson's U.S. School business and a highly respected and successful business leader in the field of education, to Retired Four-Star U.S. Army General Tommy Franks Appointed to CEC Entertainment, Inc. Board of DirectorsCEC Entertainment, Inc. announced today that retired four-star U.S. Army General Tommy Franks has been elected to its board of directors effective March 26, 2008. i9 Sports Adds Key Positions To Support Franchise GrowthAt a time when corporate downsizing is the trend, i9 Sports(R) announces the addition of several members to its staff to support the rapid growth in the number of franchises nationwide... Gap Inc. Names Sabrina Simmons To Position Of Chief Financial OfficerGap Inc. (NYSE: GPS) today announced Sabrina Simmons, the company's executive vice president of corporate finance and acting chief financial officer, has been promoted to the position of chief financial officer, effective immediately. Club Z! In-Home Tutoring Franchise Annouces School's Out for Summer: Let the Learning Begin!Summertime is upon us, and school is...in session? Perhaps not in the traditional classroom, but many students across the country take advantage of the break in classes for some extra instruction, whether to catch up to their peers, pursue particular int Goddard Systems, Inc. Appoints Experienced Franchising Leader to Spearhead National Growth StrategyIn its continuing efforts as the leading early education franchise in the nation, Goddard Systems, Inc. (GSI) has hired Dzana Homan, former CEO of Huntington Learning Centers, Inc. as Chief Operating Officer. An experienced franchisee and franchise execut Nurse Next Door Signs Hyper-Growth Expert, Cameron HeroldJohn DeHart and Ken Sim, co-founders of Western Canada's largest senior care provider, Nurse Next Door, announced today the addition of hyper-growth expert, Cameron Herold. Goddard Systems, Inc. Appoints Joseph Schumacher as Chief Executive OfficerGoddard Systems, Inc., named the number one child care franchise company for the eighth year in a row by Entrepreneur magazine, announced today that Joseph Schumacher has been appointed Chief Executive Officer, effective January 1, 2010. He succeeds... Chuck E. Cheese's Announces New Senior Vice President, Chief Operating Officer of International DevelopmentCEC Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: CEC) today announced the appointment of Michael Beacham as Senior Vice President-Chief Operating Officer of International Development. Beacham is responsible for directing the company's growth internationally as well as... Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. Names Braden Leonard To its Board of DirectorsBuild-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. (NYSE: BBW), the interactive retailer of customized stuffed animals, announced today that Braden M. Leonard has been appointed to the Company's Board of Directors. Gap Inc. Announces Departure Of Chief Legal And Administrative Officer Lauri Shanahan This SpringGap Inc. (NYSE: GPS) today announced that chief legal and administrative officer Lauri Shanahan plans to leave the company after a transition period, effective March 31. CEC Entertainment Announces the Appointment of Scott A. McDaniel as Chief Marketing OfficerEC Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: CEC) announced today the appointment of Scott A. McDaniel as Executive Vice President, Chief Marketing Officer. The Little Gym International Names Dickison VP of Marketing and Brand ManagementPaul Dickison, an Orange Park, Fla.-based franchisee of The Little Gym International (TLGI), has been appointed Vice President of Marketing and Brand Management for the international chain of gyms, reporting to Senior Vice President of Franchise... Back to School, Forward to Success: Club Z! Tutoring Builds Skills and Confidence for Maryland ChildrenWith a new school year just begun, fall is the perfect time for a fresh academic start. Yet many children start the year already behind, suffering from the after effects of a poor spring semester followed by a distracting summer in which months of... Primrose Schools(R) Expands Senior Management Team with New COO; Continues Franchise Growth Momentum with Opening of 200th SchoolPrimrose Schools, the nation's leader in high quality educational child care, announced today that it has recruited Darin Harris, a respected industry veteran with an extensive career in franchise executive management for well-known, national brands... Richard T. Huston, Executive Vice President, Marketing and Entertainment of CEC Entertainment, Inc. Announces Intention to RetireRichard T. Huston, CEC Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE:CEC) Executive Vice President, Marketing and Entertainment, has announced his intention to retire from the Company later this year once a successor has been named and fully transitioned into the position. I Top Producing Franchisee for DIGIKIDS® Child ID Safety Service Chosen to Direct Training and SupportJerry Patrick who with his wife Chris continue to lead one of the top five producing franchisees for DIGIKIDS®, the national child identity safety service, has been named Director of Training and Support for the organization, announced Michael J... Homewatch CareGivers Appoints Trey Malicoat to VP of CommunicationsHomewatch CareGivers, the largest, most experienced international provider of full-service in-home care, announced that Trey Malicoat has joined the company as Vice President of Communications. Malicoat is responsible for all marketing and PR... Supplemental Tutoring Provides Grade Repair and New Hope for Struggling StudentsDuring this hectic time of year, many families are finding themselves with one more complication to deal with: a child struggling in school. A Strong Start for a Stronger Year: Club Z! Lends New Support to St. Charles SchoolingAs students across the nation settle into the routine of a new school year, many parents are seeing the first few graded assignments trickle homeward. Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. Names Eric Fencl General CounselBuild-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. (NYSE: BBW), an interactive entertainment retailer of customized stuffed animals, today announced that it has appointed Eric Fencl as general counsel, effective immediately. KidzArt Announces New Vice President of Franchise Service and DevelopmentKidzArt, a national art education franchise organization, today announced the appointment of Sue Bartman as a key component of the company's plan to strengthen its position as a leader in the marketplace. JumpBunch Hires New Chief Operating OfficerJumpBunch, Inc., a provider of sports and fitness programs for young children, has hired Heather Wheelock as Chief Operating Officer, effective January 2, 2008. CEC Entertainment Announces Executive PromotionsThe Board of Directors of CEC Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: CEC) today announced that President Michael H. Magusiak will become Chief Executive Officer and President of the Company effective December 29, 2008. Richard M. Frank, currently Chairman and... Bruce M. "Smokey" Swenson Appointed to CEC Entertainment, Inc. Board of DirectorsThe Board of Directors of CEC Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: CEC) has appointed Bruce M. "Smokey" Swenson as a director. Mr. Swenson currently serves as a Managing Director for the investment banking firm Stephens Inc. He was elected by the CEC Board at a spe |
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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