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Your Food Franchise Mergers & Acquisition News SourceFranchise News Watch brings you the latest in food franchising mergers & acquisition news from around the web. As a news aggregator for the food franchise industry, Franchise News Watch streams the latest ground breaking franchise articles, features, guides, blogs, news and more directly to your desktop.  Food Franchise Mergers & Acquisition News
Carlson And Rezidor Establish The Carlson Rezidor Hotel GroupCarlson, a global hospitality and travel company, and The Rezidor Hotel Group, one of the fastest growing hotel companies in the world, today announced that they have established the Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group. Papa Bello Enterprises Acquires Control of Mamas Direct, Announces New CEOPapa Bello Enterprises (Pink Sheets: PAPA) announced today that the company has acquired majority control of Mamas Direct.
Captain D’s Acquires 65-Unit Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner ChainPhil Greifeld, CEO & President, is no stranger to innovation. In fact, throughout the progressive leader’s career, he has been known for proactive brand moves that strengthen business portfolios. Falconhead Capital Acquires Rita's Franchise Company, Nation's Largest Italian Ice ConceptFalconhead Capital, LLC, a private equity firm specializing in growing consumer-focused businesses, today announced the acquisition of a controlling stake in Rita's Water Ice Franchise Company, LLC, a leading regional frozen treat concept based in... Tasti D-lite Acquires Planet Smoothie Franchise SystemTasti D-Lite, the lower-calorie frozen dessert chain catering to health conscious consumers has announced the acquisition of Planet Smoothie, LLC, a franchise system with more than 100 units in operation, mainly in Georgia and Florida. Acquisition of Buffalo's Cafe Restaurant Chain by Fog Cutter Capital Group Inc's Franchise Development SubsidiaryFog Cutter Capital Group Inc's franchise development subsidiary has acquired Buffalo's Caf Einstein Noah Restaurant Group Acquires Kettleman Bagel CompanyEinstein Noah Restaurant Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: BAGL), announced today the acquisition of Kettleman Bagel Company, a five-store bagel chain in Portland, Oregon.
Landry's Signs Agreement To Acquire Mccormick & Schmick's Seafood Restaurants At $8.75 Per ShareTilman J. Fertitta announced today that Landry's, Inc. has signed an Agreement to acquire 100% of McCormick & Schmick U-Swirl Expands Franchise Footprint to Salt Lake CityU-Swirl, Inc. (OTCQB: SWRL), parent to U-SWIRL International, Inc., the owner and franchisor of U-SWIRL Frozen Yogurt(R) cafes, today announced that it has acquired three franchised locations in Salt Lake City, Utah. Founder of Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar Sells 40 Locations to Affiliate of IHOP's Largest Franchisee; Will Serve as CEO of Acquiring OrganizationDineEquity, Inc. (NYSE: DIN), parent company of Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar and IHOP Restaurants, today announced that existing Applebee's franchisee, Neighborhood Restaurant Partners, LLC, an affiliate of IHOP's largest franchisee, has purchased. DineEquity, Inc. Announces Sale of 17 Applebee's Company-Operated Restaurants in the Mid-South Area to Apple Investors Group, LLCDineEquity, Inc. (NYSE: DIN), parent company of Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar and IHOP Restaurants, today announced that it has entered into an asset purchase agreement with Apple Investors Group, LLC for the sale of 17 Applebee's company-operated.. Papa Bello Enterprises Acquires Control of Limited Edition InkPapa Bello Enterprises (Pink Sheets: PAPA) announced today that the company has acquired control of Limited Edition Ink (LEINK). Inventure Foods Adds Nathan's Famous to Its Growing Line Up of Licensed BrandsLeading food manufacturer, Inventure Foods, has partnered with legendary Nathans Famous, Inc. (NASDAQ: NATH) to license the popular Nathans restaurant brand name for a new line of snacks that will be available at grocery, vending and convenience store...
Golden Gate Capital Completes Acquisition of California Pizza Kitchen, Inc.California Pizza Kitchen, Inc. (NASDAQ: CPKI) (the "Company" or "CPK") and Golden Gate Capital today announced the successful completion of the previously announced acquisition of the Company by an affiliate of Golden Gate Capital for $18.50 per share in Phil Friedman Completes Acquisition Of The Salsarita's Fresh Cantina Quick Casual Mexican Restaurant ChainIndustry veteran Phil Friedman has acquired the Salsarita's Fresh Cantina quick casual Mexican restaurant chain. Salsarita's will be owned by Salsarita's Holdings, LLC, a company formed and controlled by Friedman, who serves as CEO. Larry Reinstein will j The Steak n Shake Company and Western Sizzlin Corporation Sign Merger AgreementThe Steak n Shake Company ("SNS") (NYSE: SNS), and Western Sizzlin Corporation ("Western") (Nasdaq: WEST), today jointly announced that they had executed an agreement for a wholly-owned subsidiary of Steak n Shake to merge with and into Western. Papa Bello Enterprises to Acquire Pastore's of RosedalePapa Bello Enterprises (Pink Sheets: PAPA) announced today that the company has signed a letter of intent to acquire Pastore's of Rosedale, Inc., a Baltimore based restaurant, deli, and bakery chain. Established in 1999, Pastore's now has two locations... Papa Bello Enterprises Signs Letter of Intent to Acquire the Kebab CafePapa Bello Enterprises, Inc. (Pink Sheets: PAPA) is pleased to announce that the company has signed a letter of intent to acquire the Kebab Cafe; a Southern California based restaurant concept specializing in Middle Eastern style cuisine with a... Tim Hortons Inc. Public Company Merger and Reorganization ApprovedTim Hortons Inc. (NYSE: THI, TSX: THI) announced voting results on a proposed merger transaction (the "merger") to reorganize the Company as a Canadian public company, before its stockholders at the Special Meeting of Stockholders held earlier today. Shane's Rib Shack and Planet Smoothie Acquired by Management and Edmonds Capital, LLCEdmonds Capital, LLC announces today that it is teaming with the management teams of Shane's Rib Shack, a national rib shack and barbecue concept founded by Shane Thompson in 2002, and Planet Smoothie, a national smoothie concept founded by Martin... Villa Enterprises Acquires 6 Luciano Brickoven Pizzeria StoresVilla Enterprises Management, one of the nation's fastest growing multi-concept restaurant franchisors, today announced it has acquired 6 Luciano Brickoven Pizzeria locations from the Luciano Group. Villa Enterprises will convert these stores to its... Triarc and Wendy's Complete Merger TransactionTriarc Companies, Inc. (NYSE: TRY; TRY.B), the parent company of Arby's Restaurant Group, Inc., which is the franchisor of the Arby's(R) restaurant system, and Wendy's International, Inc. (NYSE: WEN), announced today that they have completed their... Triarc and Wendy's Shareholders Approve MergerTriarc Companies, Inc. (NYSE: TRY; TRY.B), the parent company of Arby's Restaurant Group, Inc. which is the franchisor of the Arby's(R) restaurant system, and Wendy's International, Inc. (NYSE: WEN), announced today that their respective shareholders... Whitbread PLC to acquire 21 Express by Holiday Inn hotels from Mitchells & Butlers plc in exchange for 44 Whitbread Pub RestaurantsWhitbread PLC ("Whitbread") today announces that it has agreed to acquire 21 hotels (1245 rooms), currently operating as Express by Holiday Inn hotels from Mitchells & Butlers plc ("MAB"), in exchange for 44 Whitbread pub restaurants. Burger King Corp. Acquires Restaurants in Iowa and NebraskaBurger King Corp. (NYSE:BKC) announced today the acquisition of 72 BURGER KING(R) restaurants in Iowa and Nebraska from franchisee Simmonds Restaurant Management. NexCen Brands Acquires Bill Blass Couture BusinessNexCen Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ: NEXC), today announced that through its wholly-owned subsidiary NexCen Fixed Asset Company, LLC, it has completed a purchase agreement with... Triarc And Wendy's Sign Definitive Merger AgreementTriarc Companies, Inc. (NYSE: TRY, TRY.B, "Triarc"), the franchisor of the Arby's restaurant system ("Arby's"), and Wendy's International, Inc. (NYSE: WEN, "Wendy's") announced today they have signed a definitive merger agreement... Murphy Adams Restaurant Group Purchases Mama Fu's Asian House Brand in U.S. and MexicoMama Fu's Noodle House announces today that it has sold its Mama Fu's Asian House brand in the United States and Mexico for an undisclosed amount to Austin, Texas-based Murphy Adams Restaurant Group, currently the largest franchisee of Mama Fu's. Spicy Pickle(TM) Acquires 4 Locations From FranchiseesSpicy Pickle(TM) fast casual restaurants (OTCBB: SPKL) announced today it has recently acquired four locations from former franchisees. Buffalo Wild Wings, Inc. Announces Completion of Purchase of Seven Restaurant Locations from Avado Brands, Inc.Buffalo Wild Wings, Inc. (Nasdaq:BWLD), today announced that it has completed the acquisition of certain leases and other assets of seven "Don Pablo's Mexican Restaurant" locations from Avado Brands, Inc. Buffalo Wild Wings, Inc. paid, in the aggregate... Red Robin Gourmet Burgers Announces Intent to Acquire Red Robin Franchised Restaurants in Wisconsin & Minnesota for $20.9 millionRed Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc. (Nasdaq: RRGB), the casual dining company that serves up fun, feel-good experiences by offering its guests an imaginative selection of high-quality gourmet burgers and innovative menu items in a family-friendly... NexCen Brands Acquires The Great American Cookie Company® From Mrs. Fields Famous BrandsNexCen Brands, Inc. (Nasdaq: NEXC) ("NexCen") announced today that it has acquired the Great American Cookie Company ("Great American Cookies") from Mrs. Fields Famous Brands, LLC ("Mrs. Fields"). Buffalo Wild Wings, Inc. Announces Intent to Purchase Eight Restaurant Locations from Avado Brands, Inc.Buffalo Wild Wings, Inc. (Nasdaq:BWLD), today announced that it has reached an agreement to acquire certain leases and other assets of up to eight "Don Pablo's Mexican Restaurant" locations from Avado Brands, Inc. and its related companies. IHOP Corp. Successfully Completes the Acquisition of Applebee's International, Inc.IHOP Corp. (NYSE: IHP) today announced that it successfully completed the acquisition of Applebee's International, Inc. for $25.50 per share in cash, representing a total transaction value of approximately $2.1 billion. With more than 3,250 restaurants... NexCen Brands, Inc. and the Camuto Group Announce the Acquisition of The Shoe Box, Inc. Trademarks and a Partnership Plan to Franchise Stores WorldwidNexCen Brands, Inc. ("NexCen") (NASDAQ: NEXC) announced today that it has closed on the acquisition of the trademarks and other intellectual property of The Shoe Box, Inc. in partnership with the Camuto Group. Back Yard Burgers Expects Merger Closing To Occur On November 5, 2007Back Yard Burgers, Inc. (NASDAQ: BYBI) announced today that it currently expects the merger transaction with BBAC, LLC and BBAC Merger Sub, Inc. to close on November 5, 2007, subject to completion by BBAC of its financing arrangements with its lenders. Applebee's Stockholders Approve Acquisition by IHOP Corp.Applebee's International, Inc. (Nasdaq:APPB) announced that, at a special meeting of stockholders held today, Applebee's stockholders voted to adopt the merger agreement between the company and IHOP Corp. Fog Cutter Capital Group Inc.'s Fatburger Unit Acquires Two Pennsylvania LocationsFog Cutter Capital Group Inc.'s Fatburger unit (OTCBB: FCCG) has announced the purchase of two Fatburger franchise restaurants located in Pittsburgh and Cranberry, Pennsylvania. Church's Chicken® Purchases 20 Restaurants in Louisiana Through Partnership with WETCO Restaurant Group, LLCChurch's Chicken® announces an agreement with WETCO Restaurant Group, LLC, to purchase 20 Church's restaurants in the New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Lafayette, and Alexandria markets. Jamba Juice Acquires 22 Franchise Stores In California and NevadaJamba Juice®, the category-defining leader in healthy-blended beverages, smoothies and good-for-you snacks, today announced that it has completed the acquisition of the assets of 22 Jamba Juice franchised stores in Northern California and Nevada from. SPG Partners Acquires Majority Stake in Tasti D-LiteSPG Partners LLC, a New York-based private equity firm, announced it has acquired the New York-based Tasti D-Lite brand through a newly formed entity called Tasti D-Lite LLC. SPG Partners and co-investors have capitalized Tasti D-Lite to acquire the... A Marriage of ConvenienceIn its largest acquisition in 20 years, 7-Eleven, Inc. has announced the purchase of White Hen Pantry, Inc., a Lombard, Ill.-based convenience store chain. |
Features & Special ReportsCreating 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. Jim Collins to Keynote 2012 Multi-Unit Franchising ConferenceMulti-Unit Franchisee Magazine announced today that Jim Collins, business expert and best-selling author, will deliver the opening keynote address at the 2012 Multi-Unit Franchising Conference (MUFC). Growing Up Franchising: Sam Covelli Develops Both His Brands And EmployeesSam Covelli says he grew up in the restaurant business working in his father's McDonald's. Under his father's leadership, Covelli Enterprises eventually grew to 26 locations, one of the largest McDonald's franchisees in the country. Members Only: Ray Harrigill Builds A Successful Membership-Based Business ModelRay Harrigill believes in diversification. His Sunray Companies has restaurants (Bumpers Drive-In), tanning salons (Palm Beach Tan), fitness centers (Koko FitClub), and hotel properties (Hampton Inn), to name a few. That's because of lessons he's learned along the way. Creating Jobs: Zane Tankel Is Taking Matters Into His Own HandsZane Tankel is not waiting on any government job programs to help his business. CMO Roundtable - Using Profiling to Retain More CustomersWhat are some fresh, innovative ways you are using profiling, targeting,<br /> and loyalty programs to acquire and retain more customers? 
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