February 10, 2012
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Paul Davis Restoration

Paul Davis offices donate $9,000 to Michigan Association of Independent Agents (MAIA)

Paul Davis Restoration offices of Michigan have committed to a 2012 Diamond Level Partnership for the Michigan Association of Independent Agents (MAIA).

Jackson Hewitt(R) to Operate in 2,800 Walmart U.S. Store Locations

Jackson Hewitt Tax Service Inc., the nation's second largest tax preparation firm, today announced that it will operate in approximately 2,800 Walmart U.S. stores in the upcoming 2012 tax season.

Padgett Business Services Joins Frantopia As Business Partner

Franchise Business Review announced today that Padgett Business Services, which offers financial services to small businesses, has become a business partner and content expert for Frantopia, FBR’s social networking and business resources site.

SIB Development & Consulting Launches Strategic Partnership with BookKeeping Express

SIB Development & Consulting, a company that helps businesses save money on their monthly recurring expenses, today announced a strategic partnership with BookKeeping Express, the only U.S. franchise that helps business owners grow their companies thr

Sears and H&R Block® Offer New Tax Preparation Options and Savings Through Tax Season

"Tax Day" is April 17 this year, and it is one of the nation's most recognized deadlines. Even so, it can sneak up on many Americans causing unnecessary stress.

FocalPoint Business Coaching Joins Frantopia as Business Partner

Franchise Business Review, the premier market research firm for the franchise industry, announced today that FocalPoint Business Coaching has become a business partner and content expert for Frantopia, FBR's social networking and business resources site.

H&R Block to Offer Tax Preparation Services in Walmart

The world's largest provider of tax preparation services once again will join forces with the largest retailer to offer tax preparation across the country. H&R Block (NYSE: HRB) announced today it will provide tax preparation services in approximately...

Franchise Consulting Firm The Franchise Alliance Announces 300th Franchise Partner

Franchise consulting industry leader Franchise Alliance, Inc. announced yet another milestone today at its Atlanta Headquarters. Already the fastest growing international franchise brokerage network, the Franchise Alliance introduced The Goddard School...

Energy Automation Systems

Energy Saving Partnership Forged Between Energy Automation Systems, Inc. (EASI) and West Virginia Manufacturing Extension Partnership

Energy Automation Systems, Inc. (EASI) and the West Virginia Manufacturing Extension Partnership (WVMEP) have forged a partnership that will lower the consumption and costs associated with electrical energy usage for manufacturing and industrial...

RightNow Helps Jackson Hewitt Tax Service(R) Deliver Exceptional Customer Experiences and Improve Contact Center Performance

Jackson Hewitt Tax Service(R) is using RightNow (NASDAQ: RNOW) to deliver excellent customer experiences to its franchise owners, tax preparers and millions of clients, while improving contact center efficiency and reducing operating costs. RightNow CX, t

H&R Block Announces Agreement Between RSM McGladrey, Inc. and McGladrey & Pullen, LLP

H&R Block, Inc. (NYSE: HRB) today announced that its wholly owned subsidiary RSM McGladrey, Inc. ("RSM") has reached an agreement on terms (the "Renewal Agreement") with McGladrey & Pullen, LLP ("M&P"), an independent partner-owned public acco

Jackson Hewitt Teams Up With Earvin 'Magic' Johnson

Jackson Hewitt Tax Service Inc. (NYSE: JTX) announced today a new agreement with Magic Johnson Enterprises that will feature Earvin "Magic" Johnson in a new advertising campaign as Jackson Hewitt's new spokesperson and business partner.

The Growth Coach to Empower Home Helpers Franchisees to Greater Success

The Growth Coach recently announced a nationwide partnership with Home Helpers, the #1 Senior Care franchise in North America, to help guide their franchisees to even greater success and satisfaction as business owners.

The Growth Coach(R) Signs Newest National Account with Fresh Coat

The Growth Coach, one of the fastest-growing business coaching franchises with a presence in more than 140 markets, has announced a nationwide partnership with Fresh Coat, the nation's fastest-growing interior painting franchise, to help guide...

The Growth Coach(R) Signs Newest National Account with The Little Gym International

The Growth Coach, one of the fastest-growing business coaching franchises in North America with a presence in more than 170 markets throughout North America, has announced a nationwide coaching partnership with The Little Gym International, a global...

Jackson Hewitt Tax Service(R) Supports the Magic Johnson Foundation with Financial Literacy and Tax Education Initiative

Jackson Hewitt Tax Service(R) today announced a partnership with the Magic Johnson Foundation and its Magic Johnson Community Empowerment Centers (MJCEC), which offer educational and other resources to communities around the country, to provide a...

Liberty Tax Service

San Jose Based Liberty Tax Service Joins with Highroller Motorsports Speeding to Tax Day

The Liberty Tax Service located at 880 South Bascom Avenue in San Jose, Ca. has joined forces with NASCAR Race Team Highroller Motorsports in a marketing partnership for the 2008 Calendar year.

Jackson Hewitt Tax Service(R) Launches Partnership With Dress for Success to Support Financial Literacy Initiative

Jackson Hewitt Tax Service(R) announced a partnership with Dress for Success (DFS), a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the economic independence of disadvantaged women, to support Dress for Success' financial literacy initiative through a...

FactorTrust Expands Storefront Loan Data Service With Signing of Ace Cash Express

FactorTrust, Inc., the fastest growing global Credit Reporting Agency (CRA) providing under-banked consumer risk management and analytics services to the alternative financial services industry, today announced the launch of its storefront service with a

Bond University and Bartercard announce joint scholarship initiative

Bartercard Australia has entered into a unique scholarship agreement with Bond University on the Gold Coast to support the educational ambitions of Bartercard's members, franchisees and staff.

Energy Automation Systems

HealthTrust Purchasing Group Contracts with Energy Automation Systems, Inc. (EASI) to Offer EASI's Energy Saving Technologies to Group Members

HealthTrust Purchasing Group, with more than 4,000 members and $17 billion in annual purchasing volume, has contracted with Energy Automation Systems, Inc. (EASI) to offer HealthTrust members EASI technologies that provide energy savings of up to 30...


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Features & Special Reports

"The Proven Match" for Finding Qualified Franchisees Debuts on Franchising.com Ad Portal

Proven 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 Locations

Sam 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 Hospital

This 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 Hero

Irate 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 Times

As 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 Strategy

For 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 AFDR

In 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 Price

When 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 2012

As 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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