February 09, 2012
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Your Entertainment Franchise Media Coverage News SourceFranchise News Watch brings you the latest in entertainment franchising media coverage news from around the web. As a news aggregator for the entertainment franchise industry, Franchise News Watch streams the latest ground breaking franchise articles, features, guides, blogs, news and more directly to your desktop.  Entertainment Franchise Media Coverage NewsPlay N Trade Announces Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 Tournament Participants Are Competing for a 2012 Jeep PatriotPlay 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. EagleRider Lists Their Top Motorcycle Friendly Food Spots in USEagleRider, the world Creative Business Opportunity Attracts New EntrepreneursA unique chocolate franchise that prints edible images on chocolate is taking the entrepreneurial scene by storm. Schools Get Chance at $2,500 With HOJO's Give Happy ChallengeToday, students of Claudia Taylor "Lady Bird" Johnson High School in San Antonio, Tex. helped kick off the Howard Johnson(R) hotel brand's 2012 Give Happy Challenge, becoming the first of four schools throughout the country to win a $2,500 donation... Three College Students Win $1,000 in Tasty Image 2011 Video CompetitionTasty Image has just announced the winners of the 2011 Tasty Image Video Competition. Mark Cavendish Gets On His Bike For A Cycling Experience To RememberToday, Holiday Inn, the official hotel provider to the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, hosted a cycling experience to remember with 2011 World Champion and Tour de France Green Jersey winner Mark Cavendish. Red Roof Announces Completion of Its Recapitalization; Resolution Will Position Brand for Long-Term Growth and ProfitabilityRed Roof Inns, Inc. has recapitalized the ownership of its assets with support from experienced hospitality industry partners, positioning the company for strong profitable growth, robust development and expansion. This capitalization includes significant Pump It Up and Autism Society of America Launch 'Bounce for Autism'The Autism Society of America, the nation's leading grassroots autism organization, and Pump It Up, the nation's largest and fastest-growing franchise of giant indoor inflatable playgrounds for private parties, announced today the launch of... Alamo Drafthouse Announces A New State Of The Art Location In South AustinAlamo Drafthouse is pleased to announce its plans for a new Alamo Drafthouse location. Alamo Slaughter Lane will be located at the corner of Slaughter and Mopac in South Austin and is slated to open in early 2012. The new location is being developed by St Play N Trade Video Game Store Voted "Best Business" in Longmont For December, 2007Play 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. Super 8 Gr8 Escape Sweeps Offers Free Hotel Nights, Ford Escape HybridVacation procrastinators are getting one last push to help get them out of the house this summer with a chance to win free hotel stays and a 2012 Ford Escape Hybrid, courtesy of the Super 8® hotel brand and its "Gr8 Escape" sweepstakes. Play N Trade to Attend the Franchise and Business Opportunities ExpoPlay N Trade Franchise, Inc., the fastest growing video game franchise worldwide, is excited to announce that not only will it be attending the 2011 Franchise and Business Opportunities Expo in Columbus, Ohio, but Play N Trade will also be hosting a... 11 Couples. 11 Weddings. 11 AM. 11.11.11. Crowne Plaza(R) Hotels & Resorts Helps Eleven Couples Say ″I Do″ on the Century's Luckiest Day for LoveOccurring just once every one hundred years, Friday School Of Rock's Growth Fueled By Latest Funding By Sterling PartnersSchool of Rock, the national leader in music education, received an additional $3.5 million investment from its financial sponsor and majority shareholder, Sterling Partners. The Company will use the funds to accelerate its North American expansion. Schoo 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. Play N Trade "Games for Grades" Promotion Recognizes Academic Excellence and Donates to SchoolsPlay 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... InterContinental Hotels & Resorts celebrates Responsible Business Week in partnership with National GeographicInterContinental Hotels & Resorts this week celebrates the work that its hotels around the world are doing to sustain and enhance their local destinations. HOJO Giving Away the Ultimate Harlem Globetrotters Fan ExperienceFans of the world famous Harlem Globetrotters now have a chance to win a 3-day/2-night trip for four to Tampa, Fla. to see the Harlem Globetrotters perform live at the St. Pete Times Forum thanks to the Howard Johnson(R) hotel brand and its "Globetrotter. Chris Chike, World Record Holder, Wins Play N Trade National Guitar Hero III(TM) TournamentPlay N Trade Franchise, Inc., one of the fastest- growing franchises worldwide, announces that Chris Chike, reigning Guinness World Record holder for the highest score in the... Children's Party Franchise, Pump It Up, Launches Nationwide Fundraising Efforts to Benefit the Autism SocietyOn April 22, 2010, thousands of children and families across America will be bouncing, sliding and jumping to raise funds for autism and celebrate National Autism Awareness Month. School Of Rock Teams Up With Mike Peters Of The Alarm/Big Country And The Love Hope Strength FoundationSchool of Rock will be announcing a three-day recording workshop in November at their music school locations nationwide. The workshop provides an interactive educational music experience with an emphasis on recording and vocals. 11 March 2011 Japan Earthquake: IHG media updateWe are keeping close to the developments following the March 11 earthquake and our thoughts remain with the people of Japan. Our guests and employees are our priority and we can confirm they are all well and accounted for. Play N Trade to Award $2,000 to National Guitar Hero III(TM) ChampionPlay N Trade Franchise, Inc., one of the fastest-growing franchises worldwide, announces the National Guitar Hero III(TM) Tournament at participating stores across the U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico and Guam on Saturday, March 15, 2008. Cruise Holidays Goes Global, Signing UK Partner as Master FranchiseCruise Holidays, North America's oldest cruise-specialty travel franchisor, has signed a deal with United Kingdom-based Global Cruising, Ltd, for Global Cruising to become Cruise Holidays' first-ever British master franchisor. The agreement opens the door Pump It Up Supports Military Veterans with Financial IncentivesRecognizing that more veterans want to continue their career of service after leaving the military, often by opening businesses that cater to families and communities, Pump It Up has joined a national program that provides financial incentives to help hon EagleRider Moves from Traditional Wheel Weight Balancing in Favor of Ride-On TPS High-Speed Balancer and SealantInovex Industries, Inc. is proud to announce that EagleRider Motorcycle Rental, Inc., the world's largest motorcycle tourism company specializing in rentals of Motorcycles, ATVs, Dirt Bikes and Scooters, will replace wheel weight balancing throughout thei Mo Farah Hosts Free Running Club For Holiday InnToday Holiday Inn, the official hotel provider to the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, hosted a free running club with world championship gold medalist Mo Farah. Local Children's Party Place Bounces for More BirthdaysBounceU of Farmingdale, part of the nations largest franchise specializing in private party experiences that feature the latest indoor inflatable equipment, will be hosting a charity fundraiser to benefit the American Cancer Society. Local Party Experts Host Halloween Boo BounceWith Halloween quickly approaching, many parents are looking for fun, safe, family friendly event options in the community to celebrate. IHG announces Innovation Hotel version 2.0 its sustainable hotel design websiteIHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) today announces the launch of its Innovation Hotel version 2.0, which is an improved version of the original site online since 2008. The Innovation Hotel is IHG's online showcase and creative hub for sustainable hotel d InterContinental to manage Koh Samui's first luxury resortInterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), the world's largest hotel group by number of rooms, today entered a management agreement with Thai company, Elite Villa Co., Ltd, to launch the InterContinental Resort brand in Koh Samui, Thailand. IHG will take over t The Safe Way to Bounce: National Franchise Offers Safety Tips for ParentsFollowing a recent string of reports of injuries and close calls related to people playing on rented, outdoor inflatable play structures rather than going to safety compliant, indoor facilities, the experts at Pump It Up are offering a helpful safety chec Studio 6 Unveils Updated Rooms in Seattle-Mountlake Terrace, Kicking off Network-Wide RenovationStudio 6, known for putting more in your room and less on your bill, announces the completion of its renovated location in Seattle – Mountlake Terrace. The Mountlake Terrace location is the first Studio 6 in North America to showcase the renovated r Play N Trade Makes "Top 10 New Franchises" List for 2008 as Ranked by Entrepreneur MagazinePlay N Trade Franchise, Inc., one of the fastest-growing franchises worldwide, today announced that it has been recognized by Entrepreneur Magazine as one of the "Top 10 New Franchises" for 2008, achieving the number nine ranking. Krystal Celebrates San Antonio Expansion With Free Menu Tasting EventsIn celebration of The Krystal Company's expansion in San Antonio, including the opening of the first Krystal Drive-In location in Texas this past July and the opening of a brand-new Krystal restaurant in October, the fast food icon will host a series... 10 Guests Make a 'Perfect' Party at Pump It UpFor a mom whose child's birthday falls during the summer months, gathering 20-30 children for a party is a daunting task. To help make mom's life easier, Pump It Up has introduced the exclusive 'Perfect 10' party package, designed for 10 children or less, Maryland Student Wins 2012 Ford Escape Courtesy of Super 8Derek Hooper, a native of Pittsburg, Kan., and second year seminary student at Mount St. Marys University in Emmitsburg, Md., is feeling super after being named the grand prize winner of the Super 8 hotel brand's Gr8 Escape Sweepstakes. IHG's People Notice program gets recognized – receives ASTD excellence in Practice AwardIHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) [Lon: IHG; NYSE: IHG (ADRs)], one of the world's largest hotel groups by number of rooms, announced today that it has received the... Play N Trade Earns #4 Ranking in "Top 100 New Franchises" by Franchise Market MagazinePlay N Trade Franchise, Inc., one of the fastest-growing franchises worldwide, earned the #4 ranking in the "Top 100 New Franchises" by Franchise Market Magazine. RL Designated Official Limo Of Infineon RacewayBay Area Racing Limos, Inc. and Racing Limos, Inc. is pleased to announce its designation as The Official Limousine Provider of Infineon Raceway for the 2008 season. The agreement was signed last week. EagleRider Offers Discount up to 15 Percent off Franchise Fee for VeteransEagleRider, the world's largest motorcycle rental and tour company, is getting behind the men and women that have served in the U.S. Military. EagleRider has joined VetFran, a program aimed at helping veterans realize their dream of owning their own busin IHG Announces Development Team Changes in the Americas RegionIHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) [LON: IHG, NYSE: IHG (ADRs)], the world's largest hotel group by number of rooms, has announced the promotions of Robert (Bob) Ekman to vice president, Franchise Development for North America and Greg Aden to succeed Ek More People Haunted by Ghosts, According to Blockbuster SurveyDo you believe in ghosts? According to a recent Blockbuster Inc. survey, more of us (67%) believe ghosts might be real than other Halloween ghoulies like demons (52%), aliens (56%) or vampires (15%). IHG'S Hotel Management Group receives Silver Reggie Award for its "Chase the Extraordinary" ProgramIHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) [Lon: IHG; NYSE: IHG (ADRs)], one of the world's largest hotel groups by number of rooms, announced today that The Hotel Management Group, the company's Americas Operations division, was awarded... SeaMaster Cruises(R) Franchise Owner Satisfaction Ranks HighlyBoasting an excellent overall franchisee satisfaction rate and a near-perfect score from its franchisees for "honesty and ethics," SeaMaster Cruises today announced it has placed sixth overall in Franchise Business Review's rankings of midsize... IHG and PGA Tour Tee Off to Support Military Families with "Room Nights for the Brave"As the Official Hotel and Resort Partner of the PGA TOUR, Champions Tour and Nationwide Tour, IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) [LON:IHG, NYSE:IHG (ADRs)], the world's largest hotel group by number of rooms, announced today that its Crowne Plaza Hotels IHG is First Hotel Company to Launch App for Windows(R) PhoneIHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) [Lon: IHG; NYSE: IHG (ADRs)], the world's largest hotel group by number of rooms, today announced the global launch of its Priority Club® Rewards app for Windows Phone. This new app provides customers with the funct IHG named Best Hotel Company and Best Employer in ChinaIHG (InterContinental Hotels Group), one of the world's largest hotel groups by number of rooms, has won a number of industry awards in China, the fastest growing region for the company in Asia Pacific. Dive Into Fall with InterContinental Hotels & Resorts Featuring A Selection of "Leisure Leaves" and Insider ExperiencesTo celebrate the arrival of the fall season, InterContinental Hotels & Resorts, the world's first truly international hotel brand, is offering special packages with a slightly autumnal bent, from gathering the first honey crop of the season (made fres SeaMaster Cruises: "Learning from Each Other" is Most Valuable Aspect of 2008 Networking ConventionLiving up to this year's theme, "Learning from Each Other," SeaMaster Cruises wrapped up its Networking Convention on Saturday after a full week of countless opportunities for franchise owners from across the United States to rekindle relationships,... |
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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