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Your Health Franchise Business Expansion News SourceFranchise News Watch brings you the latest in health franchising business expansion news from around the web. As a news aggregator for the health franchise industry, Franchise News Watch streams the latest ground breaking franchise articles, features, guides, blogs, news and more directly to your desktop.  Health Franchise Business Expansion NewsCaring Senior Service to Expand in WisconsinCaring Senior Service, a national in-home care provider for seniors, announced today that it has awarded a new franchise to Andrew Lim for service in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. National Urgent Care Group Opens Second Center in Oregonoctors Express, the first ever national urgent care franchise is expanding in Portland just 9 months after they established their first center in Lake Oswego. Anytime Fitness Sells 300th Franchise Territory in AustraliaIt took Anytime Fitness, the world's largest and fastest-growing fitness club chain, nearly three years to sell 300 franchise territories and open 130 clubs in the United States. Snip-Its To Open In Guilderland, NYSnip-its (www.snipits.com), one of the country’s fastest-growing chains of children’s hair salons, is opening in Guilderland's Hamilton Square on Feb. 3, 2012. National Urgent Care Franchise Transforms Medical Care with First South Florida LocationWhile debate over the nation’s healthcare system continues, a board-certified family physician is teaming up with a successful international businessman, to provide a new alternative in efficient and affordable patient care.
Flip Flop Shops Packs 2012 Pipeline with 40 New ShopsWith more than 50 shops currently operating throughout the United States, Canada, Guam and the Caribbean, Flip Flop Shops announces it will expand its footprint to 90-plus shops by the end of 2012, with an additional 40-plus already in the pipeline for...
First National Urgent Care Franchise Provides Superior, Affordable Medical Care in BrowardWhile debate over the nation’s healthcare system continues, a board-certified family physician is teaming up with a successful international businessman, to provide a new alternative in efficient and affordable patient care. New Massage Envy Spa Location Now Open in BaltimoreMassage Envy Spa Federal Hill, Locust Point is now open and ready to serve the Baltimore, Maryland community. Tropicalaser Laser Hair Removal Franchise Goes InternationalFueled by a great demand for quality laser hair removal and tattoo removal services, the principals of Tropicalaser have unveiled some of their plans to move into Canada and Mexico during 2012. Massage Envy Marks Strong 2011 With 13 Percent Growth Of New ClinicsMassage Envy, the pioneer and national leader of professional, convenient and affordable massage and spa services, announced today that the company's success story continued building strength in 2011 with the opening of 87 new clinics. 500 and Beyond for Planet FitnessPlanet Fitness, the national gym partner for NBC's The Biggest Loser, opened its 500th location here yesterday as the franchise company continues its blistering expansion, with more than 100 new facilities slated for 2012. Massage Heights Conducts Outreach to Potential Retreat Owners for Remaining Houston LocationsMassage Heights, a membership-based massage therapy franchise, is offering investors the opportunity to own their own business in a rapidly growing field through a Massage Heights franchise in Houston. Massage Envy Dedham Now Holds Spot As Number Two Massage Envy Its RegionMassage Envy Dedham has been providing professional massage therapy in Dedham, Boston, MA for over four years and is now the number two grossing franchise in the Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Vermont region. Gold’s Gym Opens New Express Facility in NormanGold’s Gym, the world’s leading authority on health and fitness, today announced that it has opened its newest Gold’s Gym Express location in Norman, OK situated at 1000 Alameda Street.
Zinga Frozen Yogurt Brings Cool Flavor to Kenmore Square in BostonZinga, the world’s best frozen yogurt, will hold its Grand Opening on Saturday, January 21 in Boston at Kenmore Square, on the corner of Commonwealth Ave. and Brookline Ave. The Kenmore Square shop is the first of several planned for the Boston... Aussie Pet Mobile Canada Arrives in Toronto's York Region.Aussie Pet Mobile Canada, the nation’s largest mobile pet grooming business in the $50-plus billion pet industry, today announced the recent opening of it's 40th franchised territory in Toronto, Ontario. Jersey Shore Senior Care Company Launches Revolutionary Hospital to Home Care ProgramHome Care Assistance, the leading provider of in-home care for seniors, is proud to announce the Hospital to Home Care program, a comprehensive set of educational resources for families managing the difficult transition home after hospitalization. Lucille Roberts Rings in the New Year With Opening of Its First Ever Franchise Location in King of Prussia, PALucille Roberts, a visionary fitness icon and pioneer of women's health clubs with nearly 50 company-owned clubs, announced today the opening of its first franchise location in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Tasti D-lite Signs Agreement To Expand Into Middle EastTasti D-Lite, the great-tasting, lower-calorie frozen dessert chain with a cult following among health-conscious consumers as well as celebrities, recently announced its next phase of expansion in the Middle East. SuiteSweat(R) Wellness Franchise Announces Major Market Expansion AgreementsSuiteSweat LLC, a unique new Health & Wellness franchise centered around infrared therapy, has entered into new franchise agreements for the development of SuiteSweat locations in Texas, Michigan and Illinois, Alex Samios, Founder and CEO announced... Anytime Fitness Opens 1st Middle Eastern Club in QatarAnytime Fitness, the fastest-growing fitness club chain in the world, will soon open its first club in the Middle East. The first of several Anytime Fitness clubs in the State of Qatar opened on January 1, 2012. Gold’s Gym Opens New Fitness Facility in LinglestownGold’s Gym, the world’s leading authority on health and fitness, today announced the opening of its newest facility located at 4450 Oakhurst Blvd. in Harrisburg, Pa. Massage Envy Spa Hillsborough Now Offering Signature Murad Facials to CommunityMassage Envy Spa Hillsborough offers countless services to the surrounding community, including aromatherapy, deep tissue, and Swedish massages in Hillsborough, New Jersey. Senior Care Franchise Announces Unique Expansion ModelHome Care Assistance, North America's leading provider of in-home care for seniors, is proud to announce an innovative new business model in home care. Massage Envy Spa Comes To Manassas Virginia On December 20thMassage Envy Spa will be opening their doors in Manassas on December 20th for their grand opening where first time guests will be able to receive a massage in Manassas, VA for just $49 for an hour introductory session. Massage Envy Spa Sea Girt To Open On December 12After much anticipation for a Massage Envy Spa closer to home, residents of Sea Girt, New Jersey are excited about the arrival of Massage Envy Spa Sea Girt. Anytime Fitness Announces Its Grand Opening in North DallasAnytime Fitness, the world
Gold's Gym International Opens Gym In Formerly Franchised Briargate LocationGold's Gym International (GGI), the franchisor of the independently owned and operated Briargate Gold's Gym location at 7655 N. Union Blvd., announced today that it has entered into a lease for the facility through one of its subsidiaries.
Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa Opens its Third Monmouth County Location in Aberdeen, New JerseyHand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa just opened its third location in Monmouth County in Aberdeen, New Jersey at 1121 State Route 34 in the Regent Shopping Center, also home to Stop & Shop, Bed Bath & Beyond and GameStop. First National Urgent Care Franchise Awards Anne Arundel TerritoryDoctors Express, the first ever national urgent care franchise, has awarded a territory to a local husband-and-wife business team that plans to greatly enhance medical care in the in the Chesapeake Bay area. Jazzercise Announces New Fort Lauderdale Fitness CenterJazzercise, the world's leading dance fitness program, announced that it will be opening its newest fitness center in South Florida at 412 E Oakland Park Blvd in Fort Lauderdale. The Jazzercise Center plans to open its doors December 1st. Caring Senior Service Opens 5th Location in Dallas-Fort WorthCaring Senior Service, a national in-home care provider for seniors, announced today that it has awarded a new franchise to Delia Potts for service in Dallas, Texas. Fitness Together Holdings Inc. Announces Aggressive Brazil ExpansionAs a leader in the U.S. personal training sector, Fitness Together is poised to fill the growing demand in Brazil for one-on-one and small group personal training, featuring state-of-the-art fitness techniques that keep workouts challenging and dynamic. Massage Envy Spa Loehmann's Plaza to Host Murad Healthy Skin EventOn Thursday, November 10th, Massage Envy Loehmann's Plaza Massage is excited to be holding a Murad Healthy Skin Event. Velocity Sports Performance Opens For Business In Chandler, ArizonaVelocity Sports Performance, specializing in advanced sports performance training for athletes of all ages and skill levels, today announced the grand opening of its newest location on Monday, October 24th, in Chandler, AZ. Massage Envy Franchising, LLC Announces Expansion Into AlaskaMassage Envy Franchising, LLC, the pioneer and national leader of professional, convenient and affordable massage and spa services, announced today the signing of a multi-unit Regional Developer agreement with Gregg and Debbie Olsen for the development...
National Massage Therapy Institute (NMTI) Announces Partnership With Massage Envy, Expanding Employment Opportunities for GraduatesThe National Massage Therapy Institute (NMTI) is pleased to announce a new partnership with spa franchise giant, Massage Envy.
'Fit' to be a Franchise OwnerCharlice Noble-Jones woke up last Tuesday as a fourth grade social studies teacher. And now, she is partnering with Snap Fitness CEO Peter Taunton and opening a gym in Albany, Georgia. Interim HealthCare Announces Grand Opening In Sterling Heights, MichiganInterim HealthCare, the nation's first and finest home healthcare franchise company, announced today the grand opening of its location in Sterling Heights, Michigan.
Elements Therapeutic Massage Promotes Franchise Ownership among Veterans, Launches $25,000 IncentiveElements Therapeutic Massage, a fast growing franchise in the $20 billion massage category, announced today the launch of a $25,000 financial incentive to help military veterans open an Elements studio.
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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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