February 10, 2012
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Your Computer and Internet Services Franchise Personnel News SourceFranchise News Watch brings you the latest in computer and internet services franchising personnel news from around the web. As a news aggregator for the computer and internet services franchise industry, Franchise News Watch streams the latest ground breaking franchise articles, features, guides, blogs, news and more directly to your desktop.  Computer and Internet Services Franchise Personnel NewsColorTyme Hires Michael Landry as Vice President of Franchise SalesMichael Landry has joined the ColorTyme organization as vice president of franchise sales. Colortyme Names Cathy Skula President And CEOColortyme, America’s oldest franchisor of independently owned-and-operated rent-to-own stores, today announced the appointment of Cathy Skula to president and CEO, effective January 1, 2012. The Utility Company(R) Names James Channer as VP of Global Franchise DevelopmentThe Utility Company (TUC), a leading provider of virtual IT service and support, today announced the appointment of James Channer to its leadership team as Vice President of Global Franchise Development. ColorTyme Franchisee serves as ARDA presidentThere's no rest for the weary as accomplished ColorTyme franchisee Mark Childers wraps up four years of service on the Franchise Advisory Council (FAC). Online Trading Academy Names Gene Longobardi Chief Operating OfficerOnline Trading Academy has awarded the newly-created position of Chief Operating Officer to Gene Longobardi. CMIT Solutions Takes Huge Step Forward With Hiring of Seasoned Technology Veteran Frank PicarelloCMIT Solutions, the nation's leader in providing information technology services and solutions to small and medium-sized businesses, has hired Frank A. Picarello as Vice President of Franchise Services, a move that will not only raise the company's profil
Cartridge World Names Hal Hott Vice President of North America OperationsCartridge World, the world leader in printer cartridge refilling, has named Hal Hott as the Vice President of North America Operations. Hott will oversee all field operations of the North American Cartridge World franchise system. Cartridge World Names Frank Case President of Cartridge World AmericasCartridge World, the world leader in printer cartridge refilling, has named Frank Case as President of Cartridge World Americas. Previously Cartridge World's Vice President for North America, Case will lead Cartridge World's franchise business in the Unit Cantwell Rejoins Aberdeen ExpetecExpetec Technology Services of Aberdeen, a full-service information technology (IT) franchise recently announced the addition of team member, Maureen 'Mo' Cantwell, to its staff. Cantwell rejoined Expetec as a Business Technology Consultant at their... Cartridge World Names Bill Edmiston Chief Development OfficerCartridge World, the world's fastest growing ink and toner remanufacturing retailer and franchisor, announces the appointment of Bill Edmiston as Chief Development Officer.
Signs Now President Named Allegra Chief Development OfficerAllegra Network LLC, one of the world's largest print and graphic communications franchises, recently announced that Signs Now President Steve White, has been appointed as the company's Chief Development Officer. White will be responsible for managing...
SightMind Strengthens National Expansion Efforts with New Director of Franchise DevelopmentSightMind, a national Internet Protocol-based (IP) video surveillance, networking and security company, today announced that Joseph Spohn has joined the company as its Director of Franchise Development. In his new role, Spohn will be responsible for... Batteries Plus Hires Marketing Expert to Extend Impressive Franchise GrowthBatteries Plus, the nation's largest chain focused on the $24 billion battery category serving both retail and commercial customers, has announced the addition of John Twist as Vice President, Franchise and Business Development. Cartridge World Appoints Tom Fricke as Chief Executive OfficerCartridge World, the world's fastest growing ink and toner refilling retailer and franchisor in the $80 billion printer cartridge industry, announces the appointment of Tom Fricke as Chief Executive Officer. Interstate All Battery Center Poised for Growth, Hires Operations VeteranInterstate Batteries Franchise and Development, the franchisor of Interstate All Battery Center (IABC), announces it has hired retail veteran Jim Eades as Director of Franchise Operations as the company continues its rapid growth phase. Expetec Corporate hires HaarExpetec Technology Services, Inc., headquartered in Aberdeen, recently announced the addition of Mary Haar, to the Accounting department in the corporate office. H3 Enterprises, Inc. Announces New Management TeamH3 Enterprises, Inc. (PINKSHEETS: HTRE) ("H3" or the "Company") announces the revamping of its management team to focus on building strong internal controls to help manage the Company's expansion efforts. PRO GOLF OF AMERICA Elects Stephen T. Porter Vice ChairmanJames M. Jabara, Chairman and CEO of Golf Acquisitions, LLC, owner of PRO GOLF OF AMERICA (PRO GOLF), a Michigan LLC, announced that, effective immediately, Stephen T. Porter is elected Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors. A Power Hire...L&W Investigations Retains Alan Walker, Cpp, Pci, Psp, Cfe, Cisa, Cbcp, For Northern California TerritoryRichardson Bradshaw Unz, principal and general manager of L&W Investigations Northern California territory, recently announced the hiring of Alan Walker as senior manager. H3 Enterprises, Inc. Announces New Chief Technology OfficerH3 Enterprises, Inc. (PINKSHEETS: HTRE), the world's first publicly traded hip-hop company, has hired Jordan Edelson as Chief Technology Officer and Digital Entertainment Director to spearhead H3's video gaming and web property development.
123 Refills Assigns Management Team For Middle East Operations123 Refills has assigned the MEFRANCHISING Group (Middle East Franchising Group) as the management team for Middle East operations. Cartridge World Names Joy James Senior VP of Business DevelopmentCartridge World, the world's fastest growing ink and toner refilling retailer and franchisor in the $60 billion printer cartridge industry, announces the appointment of Joy James as senior vice president of business development. Geeks On Call Names Richard Artese Executive Vice President and Chief Operating OfficerGeeks On Call Holdings, Inc. (OTCBB: GOCH), a premier national provider of professional IT solutions to small business and residential customers through its trade name Geeks On Call... Geeks On Call Appoints National Sales DirectorGeeks on Call Holdings, Inc. (OTCBB: GOCH), a premier national provider of professional IT solutions to small business and residential customers through its trade names Geeks On Call and 1-800-905-GEEK, announced today that it has appointed technology... Play N Trade Adds Tom McMahon to Executive TeamPlay N Trade Franchise, Inc., one of the fastest-growing franchises worldwide, today announced that Tom McMahon has been named to fill the position of chief operating officer, bringing more than 20 years of benchmark-setting retail growth and expansion... CMIT Solutions Appoints New Vice President of Franchise DevelopmentSheri Vandermause was promoted to Vice President of Franchise Development at CMIT Solutions. TruePresence Welcomes Sandler CEO Mattson to BoardTruePresence, a national Internet marketing firm, announced today that Dave Mattson, CEO and Partner of Sandler Systems, Inc., a leading provider of sales training and management building services, has joined the TruePresence Board of Directors. Signs Now Franchise Advisory Board Appoints Two New MembersSigns Now, A Division of Allegra Network LLC, recently held elections for new seats for the company's Franchise Advisory Board (FAB), and has named Kristin Trevino and Travis Masters as its two newest members. Play N Trade Names Jeff Broviak Vice President of Brand StrategyPlay N Trade Franchise, Inc., one of the fastest-growing franchises worldwide, today announced that retail video game expert Jeff Broviak has been named to fill the newly-created position of vice president of brand strategy... Play N Trade Names Roger Lloyd New CEOPlay N Trade Franchise, Inc., one of the fastest-growing franchises worldwide, today announced that Roger Lloyd has been named the new CEO. He replaces Yuvi Shmul, who will remain on the board of directors. Six new Troubleshooters from the states of Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Maryland, Washington, and Tennessee.Six new Troubleshooters from the states of Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Maryland, Washington, and Tennessee. Former WIS International CEO added to Board of Advisors at Concerto NetworksConcerto Networks, a computer franchise company, has appointed I. Edward Tonkon II, Former CEO and Member of Board of Directors of WIS International, to its Board of Advisors |
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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