May 20, 2012
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Sign & Graphics Franchise to Exhibit at National Business Media Show in Dallas

FASTSIGNS International Inc., the worldwide franchisor of FASTSIGNS® sign and graphics centers, will be exhibiting at the upcoming National Business Media (NBM) Show in Dallas, May 10 – 12, 2012.

Business Partner® Marketing Coach

Business Partner Marketing Coach® Emphasizes Social Media Marketing as We Celebrate National Small Business Week in May

Brian Miller, president and COO of Business Partner Marketing Coach ® says, "Business owners can benefit greatly when they understand how to take advantage of online technologies to grow their business."

VALPAK

Study Finds Small and Medium Size Businesses are More Confident about The Recovery; Ready To Invest

While opinions vary on the pace of economic recovery, 55% of small and medium size businesses surveyed reported their business had either already recovered from the recession or they expected to recover within the next 6 months.

Play N Trade Announces Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 Tournament Participants Are Competing for a 2012 Jeep Patriot

Play N Trade Franchise Inc., a franchisor of video game retail stores, is excited to host an international Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 tournament at Play N Trade stores in the U.S. and Canada.

WSI Master Opportunity

WSI Internet Franchise Educated Business Owners on How to Increase Sales Using Social Media Marketing

Social media has changed the way consumers interact with one another and how companies conduct business. WSI, the world's #1 Internet franchise, conducted a webinar this week highlighting the latest social media trends and how companies can use tools like

Business Partner® Marketing Coach

Increase Brand Visibility and Profits by Partnering With Business Partner Marketing Coach

Brian Miller, president and COO of Business Partner Marketing Coach, says many businesses are incorporating both traditional and non-traditional tactics in their strategic market planning to gain an edge on their competition.

FASTSIGNS® CEO Catherine Monson 'Uncovers' Keys to Franchise Company Evolution Through "Undercover Boss" Adventure

Since her appointment as CEO of FASTSIGNS International, Inc. in early 2009, Catherine Monson has been on a mission to advance the brand, from that of a sign and banner provider, to a visual ideas company for all kinds of businesses.

The Entrepreneur's Source®

The Entrepreneur's Source Encourages Individuals to Be Confident in Business Ownership

According to articles posted on business sites discussing job trends of the future, tomorrow's employers will put a premium on skilled and semi-skilled workers, especially in computers, health care, science and technology.

The Entrepreneur's Source®

The Entrepreneur's Source Launches Start a Business Weekends

Recognizing the evolution of technology and the way people communicate, The Entrepreneur's Source has introduced a state-of-the-art virtual franchise expo series called "Start a Business Weekend" (SABW).

Liberty Tax Service

Entrepreneur Magazine Names Liberty Tax "Best of the Best" Tax Franchise

Liberty Tax Service is the #1 tax franchise according to Entrepreneur magazine's "Best of the Best" This elite group is comprised of the bestfranchises in each category of the 2011 "Franchise 500." The Company is one of the "A+ students of the franchise w

VALPAK

Best of Valpak(R) Honored at National Award Ceremony

Valpak(R), North America's leading direct marketer, recently recognized its top sales representatives and leaders at its signature event.

The Entrepreneur's Source®

The Entrepreneur's Source Spotlights 2011 Franchise Trends

For those searching for their entrepreneurial dream, The Entrepreneur's Source (www.entrepreneurssource.com), a leading business coaching company, suggests that the list of what's hot in franchising might be of interest. Published by Entrepreneur Magazine

Liberty Tax Service

Liberty Tax's Franchise Opportunity is Ranked a Top Franchise Opportunity for Hispanics

For a fifth time, Liberty Tax Service has been named on the elite list of "Best Franchises for Hispanics" published by Poder 360, formerly Hispanic Enterprise magazine. The rankings were based on surveys conducted with over 3,500 franchisors to determine

Gametruck's Patented Concept Weeds Out Imitators

Just four months since GameTruck was issued a patent for its unique mobile video game theater concept, GameTruck has caused several imitators of the mobile gaming system idea to either sell their assets to GameTruck or agree not to infringe on...

The Entrepreneur's Source®

The Entrepreneur's Source Helps Budding Entrepreneurs Identify the Right Business Opportunity at the Western Franchise & Business Expo

With an increasing number of individuals choosing to ride the wave of the economy's recovery through entrepreneurship, a ″New Normal″ has emerged.

VALPAK

Valpak.com Celebrates the 125th Birthday of the Beloved Coupon

Today more than ever before, consumers love savings, and businesses are using deals and discounts to drive their bottom line

The Entrepreneur's Source®

The Entrepreneur's Source Helps Budding Entrepreneurs Identify the Right Business Opportunity at the Northeast Franchise & Business Expo

The New Career Economy(R) has resulted in an increasing number of individuals choosing to build a future for themselves and their family through entrepreneurship.

FASTSIGNS(R) Introduces Incentives to Continue Growth Momentum and Support New Centers

Coming off a strong 2010 by increasing average unit volumes by $50,000 and opening 20 new centers, along with more than 30 new centers slated to open in 2011, FASTSIGNS International, Inc., the world's premier business-to-business marketing solution franc

Liberty Tax Service

Final Tax Filing Deadline for a 2010 Individual Tax Return is Thursday, October 17

Taxpayers who filed an extension request in April now face the October 17 (October 31 for taxpayers in designated Hurricane Irene disaster areas) tax filing deadline for 2010 returns.

Computer Explorers: Why LEGO Robotics Help Kids Learn

Four-year-olds start by building caterpillars with LEGO kits and inventing stories about them. Children's toys turn into sophisticated learning tools as older students build and automate machines and robots, using programming to boost engineering, math an

FASTSIGNS(R) Announces Return to Television with National Commercial

FASTSIGNS International, Inc., the worldwide franchisor for FASTSIGNS® sign and graphics centers, has announced that the marketing solutions provider will return to national cable television on Aug. 15 with the airing of its "It's Simple" commercial s

The Entrepreneur's Source®

The Entrepreneur's Source: Securing a Business Loan Using Multiple Borrowing Options

Economic indicators of late are showing that small business lending is on the rise. That's good news! However, to secure the money needed to get their business off the ground, there is more that prospective franchisees or business owners can do to help en

The Entrepreneur's Source®

International Franchise Association Certifies The Entrepreneur's Source's FAST(TM) Program for CFE Credits

The Entrepreneur's Source® (E-Source), the franchise industry's leading career and business coaching company, announced today that the International Franchise Association (IFA) has recognized the Franchise Accelerated Success Training Program™ (

VALPAK

Valpak Receives Accolades for Franchise Success and Growth

Valpak, one of the leading direct mail companies in the United States, has recently been honored with several accolades from some of the leading authorities in franchising.

ColorTyme Kicks Off 2012 National Convention with a Bang – Lower Fees

New ColorTyme CEO Cathy Skula delivered shock-and-awe punch to the kick off of the ColorTyme 2012 National Convention, themed Make It Happen, by rolling out a new strategic plan for growth that included lower fees.

The Entrepreneur's Source®

ZorSource(TM) MasterMind Program Takes Franchise Development Teams from Frustration to Freedom

With the face of America's franchise investor rapidly changing from experienced entrepreneur to transitioning corporate professional seeking to replace income, ZorSource, franchisor's one source resource powered by The Entrepreneur's Source®, is offer

The Entrepreneur's Source®

The Entrepreneur's Source Helps Budding Entrepreneurs Identify the Right Business Opportunity at the Midwest Showcase

With an increasing number of individuals choosing to ride the wave of the economy's recovery through entrepreneurship, a "New Normal" has emerged. As part of their personal and professional discovery process in this new reality, Midwestern U.S. profession

The Entrepreneur's Source®

The Entrepreneur's Source(R) Provides Franchisors a Passport to Overseas Growth

Recognized as a dominant force in U.S. business development with more than 25 years of experience supporting growth-focused franchise companies, The Entrepreneur's Source (TES) announced today the expansion of its international division. Focused on franch

Batteries Plus Ranked as a Top Retailer on Internet Retailer Top 500 Guide

Batteries Plus, the nation's franchise leader in the $24 billion battery industry with more than 400 stores across the country, ranked No. 462 out of the top 500 retailers on Internet Retailer's 2010 Top 500 Guide. The guide ranked the top 500...

Play N Trade Video Game Store Voted "Best Business" in Longmont For December, 2007

Play N Trade Franchise, Inc., one of the fastest-growing franchises worldwide, today announced that the Longmont video game stores was voted the number 1 business for the month of December, 2007, by the readers of the online newsletter, Best of Longmont.

The Entrepreneur's Source®

The Future is in Self Sufficiency

According to articles posted on business sites discussing job trends of the future, tomorrow's employers will put a premium on skilled and semi-skilled workers, especially in computers, health care, science and technology.

WSI Master Opportunity

WSI Consultant Wins Sheikh Salem Al-Ali Al-Sabah Informatics Award

Seham Yousef, a dynamic young entrepreneur and WSI Internet Marketing Consultant has been awarded the prestigious Sheikh Salem Al-Ali Al-Sabah Informatics Award for Web technologies.

Liberty Tax Service

Be Aware of Phishing E-mails that Appear to be from the IRS

Liberty Tax is alerting taxpayers about the latest online phishing scam involving deceptive e-mails that appear to be sent from the IRS. This one's titled

Liberty Tax Service

G.I. Jobs Names the Liberty Tax Franchise Opportunity on its "Military Friendly" List

G.I. Jobs features Liberty Tax Service on its latest list of "military friendly franchises" in the June 2011 issue. According to the magazine, "the list honors the top 7 percent of franchises doing the most to recruit America's veterans as franchisees." E

WSI Master Opportunity

WSI Conducted Its Largest UK and European Internet Franchisee Convention in Birmingham

WSI, the world's #1 Internet franchise, organized its largest UK and European franchisee convention last week, which took place in Birmingham, UK on April 1-3. More than 150 WSI Digital Marketing Consultants convened at The Belfry to exchange Internet mar

VALPAK

Valpak(R) Celebrates 40 Years of Coupons, Value

Valpak Direct Marketing Systems Inc., maker of the iconic blue envelope -- celebrates its 40th anniversary this month.

FASTSIGNS Recognized as 2011 World-Class Franchise(R)

Continuing to set the bar in the visual communication industry, FASTSIGNS® International, Inc., the world's premier business-to-business marketing solution franchise with more than 530 locations, was recognized as a 2011 World-Class Franchise®, pr

Mathnasium Learning Centers

Mathnasium of Syosset-Jericho Hosts Open House Sat Feb. 11 & Sun Feb. 12: 2-5 PM

Mathnasium of Syosset-Jericho is hosting open houses on Saturday, February 11 and Sunday, February 12 to introduce its services to the community, and show area residents they can “count” on Mathnasium to forge a positive attitude towards math.

Geeks on Call is Back, Stronger than Ever and Offering New Franchise Opportunities

Geeks on Call, the Virginia based IT service provider to small and mid-sized businesses and residential customers, is once again making franchise opportunities available to entrepreneurs hoping to tap into the nation's growing need for affordable technica

Liberty Tax Service

Oakland Tax Preparation Company, Liberty Tax Service Offers Tips to Differentiate Between A Hobby Enthusiast and Small-Business Owner

Before preparing taxes this year, consider Oakland tax preparation company, Liberty Tax Service’s tips to understand the difference between a hobby enthusiast and a small-business owner.

The Entrepreneur's Source®

The Entrepreneur's Source Offers Holiday Gift Ideas

Business coaches with The Entrepreneur's Source (TES) have some budget-friendly gift giving suggestions to help shoppers ″seal the deal″ for the small or independent business owners on their holiday gift lists this season.

VALPAK

Valpak Presented with National Postal Forum Award For Innovation and Teamwork

In recognition of its innovation and teamwork, Valpak, a Cox Target Media company, was named the recipient of the 2008 Strategic Business Development Award from the United States Postal Service.

Play N Trade Video Games Recognized as Number Seven in ''Top 100 Fastest Growing Franchises''

Play N Trade Franchise, Inc., one of the fastest-growing franchises worldwide, today announced that Franchise Market Magazine has recognized it as number seven in its "Top 100 Fastest Growing Franchises" list for 2008.

WSI Master Opportunity

WSI Internet Franchise Held Its Annual Excellence and Innovation Convention in Las Vegas

WSI, the world

Liberty Tax Service

Liberty Tax's Preliminary Tax Season Results Show Solid Sustainable Growth

Liberty Tax Service has demonstrated the ability to respond to a plethora of industry challenges and regulations during its most recent tax season and reports solid growth in both tax returns and revenue for the just-completed tax season. Throughout this

Play N Trade "Games for Grades" Promotion Recognizes Academic Excellence and Donates to Schools

Play N Trade Franchise, Inc., one of the fastest-growing franchises worldwide, today announced the local launch of its "Games for Grades" promotion designed to encourage responsible video game playing and provide financial support for schools...

Batteries Plus Franchise Charges Up Inc. 5000 List

Batteries Plus, the nation's largest and fastest growing battery retailer with 420 locations in 44 states and access to 40,000 types of batteries and accessories, announced today that the franchise has been named to the 2010 Inc. 5000 list. This is the fo

Liberty Tax Service

Liberty Tax Franchise Opportunity is Ranked a Winner By Major Franchise Industry Surveys

The franchise experts agree that the Liberty Tax Service (www.libertytax.com) business model is appealing to a diverse America, and comes with an affordable price tag. Liberty Tax Service's franchise opportunity represents the only tax service to be liste

Liberty Tax Service

Forbes Magazine Ranks Liberty Tax #11 on its List of "Top 20 Franchises to Start"

Liberty Tax Service is the only tax franchise on the recently released Forbes "Top 20 Franchises to Start." The Company is ranked #11 out of 20 franchises selected. (http://www.forbes.com/2011/01/18/best-franchises-for-the-buck-entrepreneurs-finance-franc

Ink-O-Dem(R) CEO Harry Nicodem joins Cartridge World Board, Makes Capital Investment

Ink-O-Dem, the leader in integrated inkjet cartridge refilling and testing solutions for retail and university environments, announced today that its Founder and CEO, Harry Nicodem, has augmented Cartridge World's successful recapitalization effort and no


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Features & Special Reports

Anatomy of a Turnaround: Bennigan's Reclaims The Integrity of An Icon

Everyone loves a good comeback story, and I am honored and humbled to be at the helm of a classic turnaround tale.

Growth Machine: Anil Yadav Shows No Signs Of Slowing Down

Anil Yadav has graced the pages (and one cover) of Multi-Unit Franchisee magazine twice before.

5 Key Mobile Marketing Strategies for Franchises

For franchise marketers, mobile marketing is now paramount to a successful online strategy.

MarketingSherpa: Marketing Wisdom for 2012

In case you missed it (and when it comes to marketing and social media there's plenty to keep up on), MarketingSherpa published its Wisdom Report, "Marketing Wisdom for 2012" earlier this year.

Time For Benchmarking: All That's Needed Is The Will

I am convinced that someday the franchising community will finally get around to unleashing its biggest competitive strength: unit predictability.

Improving the Speed and Effectiveness of Your Responses to Prospects

We asked two franchise marketing pros what they're doing to provide more timely - and relevant - responses to prospect inquiries.

Social Media Roundup - May 2012

Here are four reasons local business marketers should continue to use the Yellow Pages.

Health-Scare Reform: "There's Still More That We Don't Know Than We Do."

Since national health care reform was signed into law in March 2010, it has generated strong reaction from multi-unit franchisees and small-business owners across the nation.

The Customer Within: Provide Coworkers With The Best Service Possible

When we talk about customer service, we usually think about how we deal with the people who walk through our doors--both physical and virtual--to purchase our products and services.

Do It Now: 3 Easy Ways To Stop Procrastinating Today

Procrastination is like a virus. It creeps up on you slowly, drains you of energy, and is difficult to get rid of if your resistance is low.

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