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Your Franchise Consultants Franchise General Announcement News SourceFranchise News Watch brings you the latest in franchise consultants franchising general announcement news from around the web. As a news aggregator for the franchise consultants franchise industry, Franchise News Watch streams the latest ground breaking franchise articles, features, guides, blogs, news and more directly to your desktop.  Franchise Consultants Franchise General Announcement NewsIFA Urges Senate To Act On Small Business Lending BillThe International Franchise Association has urged the Senate to include a substitute amendment to the Small Business Lending Fund Act (H.R. 5297) that extends important provisions first enacted by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act and modernizes
Franchise Consulting - A Recession-Proof Business That Thrives in Any EconomyDespite the fact that the country continues to be mired in an economic downturn, Franchise Alliance founder and president, Dan Prechtel, finds himself in the enviable position of operating a business that continues to thrive. Pre-emption Of State And Local Menu Labeling Laws Good News For Franchise RestaurantsFederal government pre-emption of state and local menu labeling regulations included in the health care reform legislation will provide more regulatory certainty to franchise chain restaurants and offer consumers consistent nutritional information... "Partner" On-Call Network honors Jeff Smith, "Partner" of the Year"Partner" On-Call Network announced the "Partner" of the Year award won for the second year by Indiana business consultant, Jeff Smith. Known as a member of "The Done Deal Team," Smith serves clients as a Business Buyer Advocate and a "Partner" On-Call. "Partner" On-Call Network ® announces its first Washington State franchisee: John MartinkaA Business Buyer Protection Report ™ is free at John Martinka's website: PartnerOnCall.com/ johnmartinka. Already serving clients and communicating with leaders in the business buy/sell industry, Martinka aims for done deals as "Business Buyer Advoca FINRA Panel Awards Firm Client Intevac Full Return on ARS Purchase From CitigroupCitigroup Incorporated must buy back at par student loan auction rate securities purchased by Faegre & Benson LLP client Intevac Inc.
"Partner" On-Call Network ® announces its first Arizona franchisee: Austin PattersonA Business Buyer Protection Report ™ is free at PartnerOnCall.com/austinpatterson. Serving clients and communicating with leaders in the business buy/sell industry, Austin Patterson aims for done deals as a "Business Buyer Advocate"™.
"Partner" On-Call Network ® announces its first Illinois franchisee: Lee A. DahmerA Business Buyer Protection Report ™ is free at Lee A. Dahmer's website: PartnerOnCall.com/leedahmer. Already serving clients and communicating with leaders in the business buy/sell industry, Dahmer aims for done deals as a "Business Buyer Advocate&q United Franchise Group (UFG) Launches Plan Ahead EventsUnited Franchise Group (www.unitedfranchisegroup.com), a company that specializes in franchise development and services, has launched Plan Ahead Events, the first home-based franchise in the corporate meetings and events industry.
Maggiano's Little Italy(R) Franchise Helps Make Wishes Come True by Raising $500,000 for the Make-A-Wish Foundation(R)Maggiano's Little Italy announced today it raised more than $500,000 to help grant the wishes of more than 65 children during its seventh annual "Eat-A-Dish for Make-A-Wish" campaign. The program ran April 15 through May 26 with proceeds directly benefitt Barberitos gets serious about franchisingA former franchise professional for some of the nation's top emerging chains, Bruce Holzman has joined Mexican cantina Barberitos as vice president of franchise sales. Business Coaching Thrives Despite the Economic Downturn:The Growth Coach, the only pure business coaching franchise system with the single purpose of helping drive the success and balance the lives of small business owners, has coached its way to the top, earning a spot on the acclaimed 2009 edition of... The Growth Coach(R) Franchise Offers $5,000 Referral FeeAs traditional advertising and broker relationships continue to get more expensive but less effective at generating quality franchise leads, The Growth Coach, a national franchise of small business coaches in more than 140 markets, is breaking away... "Partner" On-Call Network announces its second Washington State franchisee: Dennis HebertA Business Buyer Protection Report ® is free at PartnerOnCall.com/DennisHebert. Serving clients and communicating with leaders in the business buy/sell industry, Dennis Hebert aims for done deals as a "Business Buyer Advocate" ®. Small Business Franchise Owners Reach for Success Despite Gloomy EconomyAlthough retailers are licking their wounds after reporting their worst holiday shopping seasons in years and President Obama began working on an economic stimulus package long before his inauguration, not everyone is bemoaning the current economy.
BrightStar Franchise Becomes First Approved Franchise System to Receive Credit Facility from New SBA Guaranteed Lending ProgramBrightStar , the first franchising company in the United States to specialize in both medical and non-medical care and healthcare staffing, announced today that it has become the first franchisor to receive a credit facility from a new SBA guaranteed lend
Franchising Association of India's Franchise Trade Mission to the United StatesThe Franchising Association of India (FAI), the apex body representing the interests of the franchising community led a Franchise Trade Mission of Indian entrepreneurs and businessmen to the United States of America on April 11, 2008 along... IFA Urges Senate To Act On Small Business Lending BillThe International Franchise Association has urged the Senate to include a substitute amendment to the Small Business Lending Fund Act (H.R. 5297) that extends important provisions first enacted by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act and modernizes IFA Promotes French To Svp Of Government Relations & Public PolicyInternational Franchise Association President and CEO Steve Caldeira today announced the promotion of David French, currently IFA vice president of Government Relations, to Senior Vice President Government Relations & Public Policy. "Business Buyer Advocate" turns post-acquisition blues into sunny sky for business buyersOne of the best-kept secrets is the astonishing fact that most business acquisitions do not live up to the buyer's expectation. The reasons for buyer disappointment can be traced to one or more of three deficiencies.
Dine at Chili's Franchise All Day, Monday, Sept. 27 to Help Fight Childhood CancerParticipating Chili's(R) Grill & Bar restaurants across the country will donate 100 percent of all profits Monday, Sept. 27 to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital(R) during the brand's annual Donate Profits Day. Each September during National Childh The Growth Coach Franchise 'Business Barometer' Polls Owners on Job OutlookSmall business owners across the U.S. are starting to show signs of job growth, according to a survey conducted by The Growth Coach, a business coaching franchise system that serves several thousand small business clients annually in more than 150... Franchise Consulting - A Recession-Proof Business That Thrives in Any EconomyDespite the fact that the country continues to be mired in an economic downturn, Franchise Alliance founder and president, Dan Prechtel, finds himself in the enviable position of operating a business that continues to thrive.
New Advertisement Highlights Economic Importance of FranchisingThe second in a series of advertisements highlighting the economic impact of franchising appeared today in... "Partner" On-Call Network franchise achieves in 7 months what other franchise systems reach in one year."Partner" On-Call Network signed up nine franchisees in seven months. On average, new franchisors sell 9 units the first year. "Business Buyer Advocate," its flagship program, connects buyers to established companies quietly for sale b
How to Get ALL the Money You Want For Your Business Without Stealing ItYou could rob a bank or you can have this book: "How to Get ALL the Money You Want For Your Business Without Stealing It." Using it is like fishing with dynamite! It is the most comprehensive book on creative financing for small and midsize businesses. Business Coaching Expert Offers Free Webinar for Landscape Contractors throughout SeptemberJonathan Goldhill, owner of The Growth Coach of Los Angeles, a business coaching franchise that serves small business owners throughout the region, is offering landscape contractors nationwide a free webinar throughout the month of September. The webinar,
IFA Applauds Wise Treatment Of Franchises In New Oklahoma Workers Comp LawA new law in Oklahoma recognizes the important role that franchised businesses play in the economy and clarifies the definition of franchisees and employees, the International Franchise Association said today.
Local business consultant, John Halstvedt, becomes Montana's first franchisee ofA Business Buyer Protection Report is free at Partneroncall.com/JohnHalstvedt. Serving clients and communicating with leaders in the business buy/sell industry, John Halstvedt aims for done deals as a "Business Buyer Advocate".
"Partner" On-Call Network announces California franchisee: Dan PellegrinoDan Pellegrino was looking to supercharge his consulting career and his passion for entrepreneurship. His difficulty in finding a good business to buy at a reasonable price made him search for a better way. Business Coach's Rebate Incentive Program Designed to Spur GrowthWith all the talk about economic stimulus and job creation plans due to the lingering effects of the recession, The Growth Coach is cranking up their expansion plans, confronting "start-up fears" and "tight credit" in the marketplace head on. Spur your Local Economy With Home Improvement!Quick! Can you tell me the names of three franchises that aren't food related? Are you stumped? Most of us can easily recognize many national food franchises but aren't aware of the numerous service companies that are also important franchised businesses. |
Features & Special ReportsAnatomy of a Turnaround: Bennigan's Reclaims The Integrity of An IconEveryone 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 DownAnil Yadav has graced the pages (and one cover) of Multi-Unit Franchisee magazine twice before. 5 Key Mobile Marketing Strategies for FranchisesFor franchise marketers, mobile marketing is now paramount to a successful online strategy. MarketingSherpa: Marketing Wisdom for 2012In 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 WillI 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 ProspectsWe asked two franchise marketing pros what they're doing to provide more timely - and relevant - responses to prospect inquiries. Social Media Roundup - May 2012Here 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 PossibleWhen 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 TodayProcrastination 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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