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Your Cleaning and Maintenance Franchise General Announcement News SourceFranchise News Watch brings you the latest in cleaning and maintenance franchising general announcement news from around the web. As a news aggregator for the cleaning and maintenance franchise industry, Franchise News Watch streams the latest ground breaking franchise articles, features, guides, blogs, news and more directly to your desktop.  Cleaning and Maintenance Franchise General Announcement NewsJani-king: Join The Largest Commercial Cleaning Franchise In The WorldTechnologically Advanced Having taken the decision to invest in a Jani-King franchise, Manu received comprehensive operational and business training including courses on cleaning techniques, health a... ZIPS Dry Cleaners of Manassas Bestowed with Coveted HonorJo-Anne and Michele Ferris, owners of ZIPS Dry Cleaners in Manassas, Va., were recently honored as the recipients of the 2010 Franchise Owner of the Year Award by ZIPS Dry Cleaners, an aggressively expanding dry cleaning franchise chain with more than 28 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. Sears Auto Centers Introduce Franchise BusinessSears Holdings Corp. today announced the launch of a new strategic initiative for the Sears Automotive business. The Independent Sears Auto Center franchise program offers automobile dealers the opportunity to operate licensed Sears Auto Centers... Lapels Dry Cleaning Eliminates Percentage Royalty Fees!In an unprecedented move, the Lapels Dry Cleaning corporate office announced that it would be eliminating the percentage based royalty program and replacing it with a Flat Fee Royalty. Molly Maid Franchise of Houston to the Rescue for Extreme Makeover: Home EditionIn early August, Molly Maid owners Tony and Susie Kirby received a panicked phone call from a producer of ABC's hit show, Extreme Makeover: Home Edition requesting their service. With just a few hours before the family was due home for the final reveal, t
SmartView™ Window Solutions Shedding Light on the Multi-Billion Dollar Window Tinting IndustryAdvancements in Window Film Spawns Revolutionary Business Expansion; Offers Environmental Benefits for Homes and Business
Property Restoration Training School, PuroClean Academy, Receives Top Industry Approval from IICRCPuroClean Academy, the training school of the nation's fastest growing property emergency services company, has earned Approved School status from The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC). PuroClean Franchise Sees Three-Year Sales Growth of 182%, Ranks No. 1579 on Inc. Magazine's 2010 List of 5000 Fastest- Growing Private CompaniesInc. magazine ranked PuroClean No. 1579 on its fourth annual Inc. 5000, an exclusive ranking of the nation's fastest-growing private companies. The list represents the most comprehensive look at the most important segment of the economy -America's indepen ZIPS Dry Cleaners Partners with Fergusson McKenna SupplyZIPS, an aggressively expanding dry cleaning franchise chain with more than 26 locations on the East Coast, recently announced a new partnership with Fergusson McKenna Supply, the leading full-line laundry and dry cleaning supplier in the northeastern Uni Fastest Growing New Franchise, Empowers Franchisees on the WebAs the fastest growing new franchise in first quarter 2010, Junk King, a junk removal franchise, signs on with Empowerkit to provide franchisees their own customized websites. PuroClean's New Business Development Team to Work Directly with National and Regional Insurance CompaniesPuroClean, a property emergency services franchise that continues to experience unprecedented and consistent growth, announced today the creation of the company's new Business Development Division, consisting of three seasoned property... Continued Growth in Franchises Shows 'Pet Butlers' are in High DemandPet Butler, the nation's leading pet waste cleanup service, has launched its 70th franchise. The company now offers service in 20 states, making it the fastest-growing professional poop-scooping company in the nation. DUCTZ Stresses Clean Air Vents Foster Healthier LifestyleWith house fires occurring more commonly during the winter, DUCTZ, the nation's premiere air duct, carpet and upholstery cleaning franchise, is reminding households to have their air vents cleaned in order to stay safe and healthy. Office Cleaning Should Always Include Infection Control ProceduresThe office managers and property managers of most commercial offices seem to focus primarily on the standard procedures that are being provided by their janitorial service provider. The standard procedures include dusting, vacuuming, emptying trash and mo ZIPS Dry Cleaners Enlists Acclaimed Retail Design FirmContinuing to anchor itself as the leader in the multi-billion dollar dry cleaning industry, ZIPS, an aggressively expanding national dry cleaning franchise chain with 26 locations on the East Coast, enlisted the nationally recognized retail design expert Concrete Technology Business Franchise Opportunity Remodels Amusement Park & SupermarketConcrete Technology's Dealers in Maryland and North Carolina have entered into an alliance with two well-known names. Concrete Technology Artistic in Maryland has begun work on a project for Six Flags amusement park. The CTi Dealer is doing a series of th Servpro Industries, Inc., Supporting Red Cross Relief Effort in Middle TennesseeAs the American Red Cross amasses and distributes supplies and volunteers to bring relief to the victims of last week's devastating tornadoes in Middle Tennessee, Servpro Industries, Inc., has volunteered much-needed office, warehouse and staging space... Retail Rewards Programs Gain Traction in RecessionIn light of the recession, consumers are leaning on loyalty programs to stretch household budgets further by earning rewards for their purchases. Research shows U.S. consumer participation in rewards programs has increased by nearly 20 percent since 2007. Zips Dry Cleaners Partners With Hot Dish AdvertisingZIPS, an aggressively expanding national dry cleaning franchise chain with 26 locations on the East Coast, recently announced a new partnership with Hot Dish Advertising, a premier advertising agency specializing in the franchise industry. PuroClean Achieves International Expansion, Record Franchise Growth in 2009Bucking the trend of most U.S. businesses in a tremulous 2009, PuroClean, the nation's fastest growing property emergency services franchise, enjoyed a record-setting year, opening 89 new franchise locations and more than $90 million in revenues... Kitchen Tune-Up Franchise Offers Tips to Choosing the Right CountertopChoosing a new countertop can be a bewildering task. There are so many different materials, colors and patterns to choose from. Each has their advantages and disadvantages and they all have a different "look". Home remodeling franchise, Kitchen Tune-Up of ZIPS Dry Cleaners Partners with Phenix SupplyGreenbelt, MD âEUR" ZIPS, an aggressively expanding dry cleaning franchise chain with 26 locations on the East Coast, recently announced a new partnership with Phenix Supply, the leading provider of laundry and dry cleaning products in the southeast DUCTZ International Franchise Appoints New Director of OperationsDUCTZ International, the nation's premier air duct, carpet and upholstery cleaning franchise, has appointed Dayn Benson as the company's new Director of Franchise Operations. Spring-green Lawn Care Continues Commitment To VeteransVeterans Day is always a special day for the franchisees and employees at Spring-Green Lawn Care as the company has deep military roots. Spring-Green's Chairman Tom Hofer is a Navy veteran, many of the company's franchisees are veterans and the company le Molly Maid Franchise Leaves Competition in the DustMolly Maid, a leading residential cleaning service franchise reported a 4 percent sales increase since March, catapulting the company to the head of the residential cleaning pack. In addition, Molly Maid reported a whopping 97 percent customer retention r Responding to Customer Requests, Sears Brings Back Layaway in 2009Responding to savvy consumers who want to continue to manage their finances in the New Year while taking care of their families' needs, Sears announced it will offer its layaway program year-round. Just as it did during the holiday season, Sears will...
AGR Expands Distribution Network to Puerto RicoAGR Tools, Inc. (OTCBB: AGRT) is pleased to announce that it has expanded its distribution network to Puerto Rico. Located in San Juan, the company's new distribution center will serve a population of over four million people and focus on the growing cons Christian-Based Commercial Cleaning Franchise Shines in Bleak EconomyOffice Pride, Inc., the nation's most admired commercial cleaning franchise, founded by popular author and entrepreneur Todd Hopkins, is wiping through the recession with record revenues. During the past two quarters, the 105-unit franchise system... PuroClean Franchise Acquires In-House Expert in Catastrophe and Large Loss OperationsWith more than 23 years of experience in the disaster recovery industry, Tom McGuire will play a critical new role in catapulting PuroClean to becoming the top choice for property emergency services across the nation. As the new Director of Catastrophe an
Top 11 Reasons to Choose a Dry-Clean Delivery Service in 2011Dry-clean delivery franchises offer 11 reasons why having your clothes picked-up, laundered and delivered will relieve you of more than just an inconvenient and time-consuming errand in 2011.
'King' Size ExpansionContinuing to expand its kingdom across the country, Junk King, America's fastest-growing, full-service junk removal franchise, announces the signing of Peter Gilfillan as its newest Master Franchisee. PuroClean Franchise on Fast Track towards Becoming No 1. Choice for Property Emergency ServicesJust six months after PuroClean's newly appointed CEO, Lauren Reid, embarked on a 100-day tour to share his vision for the future of the company with franchisees across the county, the Leadership Team has hit the road once again to host a series of traini Spring-green Is World-classSpring-Green Lawn Care's franchisees are satisfied. How satisfied? Very, as their feedback earned their franchisor the distinction of World-Class Franchise(R) from FranSurvey(R) and the Franchise Research... Molly Maid Signs Agreements with Eight New Franchisees in Second Quarter of 2010Molly Maid, the leading residential cleaning service franchise with thousands of signature navy and pink cars on the road, announced it has signed eight new franchise agreements in the Second Quarter of 2010, bringing the total new Molly Maid franchise de A Commercial Cleaning Franchise. 360clean(R) Announces Opening Of Office In Charlotte, NCA Commercial cleaning Franchise. 360clean(R) announces the opening of an office in the "Charlotte South" territory in Charlotte, NC under the ownership of Rohan Banton. Banton will be opening the office in July of 2007. Maid Brigade Inc.'s May 2011 Sales Numbers Mark Growth for Second Month in a RowAs the overall economy continues to struggle and with consumer confidence plunging to a seven year-low in June according to a recent article by the Associated Press, Maid Brigade Inc. continues to experience steady sales growth. DUCTZ Franchise Honored by Habitat for Humanity with AwardFor more than one year, DUCTZ, the nation's premiere air duct, carpet and upholstery cleaning franchise, has actively partnered with Habitat for Humanity locations in Metro Detroit and Southeast Michigan to clean air ducts inside of Habitat homes.
Kitchen Tune-Up Franchise Provides Tips to Recycle and Reuse Old Kitchen CabinetsCreating a dream kitchen or bath may result in the removal of existing cabinets or cabinet doors and purchasing brand new ones. National kitchen and bath remodeling franchise, Kitchen Tune-Up, provides solutions to reuse cabinets and cabinet doors and kee NMFI selects Molly Maid as One of Top 50 Franchises for MinoritiesThe National Minority Franchising Initiative (NMFI) has compiled its annual list of the "50 Top Franchises for Minorities" and Molly Maid has once again ranked high on the list. Complete Floor Care Services Company Now Offering Franchise Opportunities NationwideAn increasing demand for professional, comprehensive floor care services by commercial contractors and residential customers alike has led Fast & Friendly Floor Care to begin offering franchising opportunities nationwide, effective immediately. |
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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