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Your Health Franchise Media Coverage News SourceFranchise News Watch brings you the latest in health franchising media coverage 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 Media Coverage NewsAnytime Fitness Releases Annual "Weight of the Union" ReportIn 2011, more Anytime Fitness members worked out late at night, cashed in on health insurance reimbursements and made March the busiest workout month. Dahn Yoga Community Announces the Woodland Body + Brain Center as its Center of the MonthDahn Yoga & Health Centers, Inc., a national leader in health and wellness, is proud to announce that one of its franchises, a Texas yoga star, the Woodlands Body + Brain Center has been designated as Center of the Month for January 2012.
Massage Envy Announces 40 Millionth MassageMassage Envy, the pioneer and national leader of professional, convenient and affordable massage and spa services, announced today that the company has performed its 40 millionth massage. Massage Envy Spa Closter Celebrates 5 Years of Improving Well-Being within the Closter, New Jersey CommunityMassage Envy Spa Closter recently celebrated five years of providing exceptional massage therapy in Closter, Haworth, New Jersey and the surrounding areas. Warm-up from Winter Chill with Dynamic Dahn Yoga Meditation EventThe unique Dahn Yoga meditation techniques, based on Korean Taoist tradition, can be experienced in New York City at its Power of Meditation event on January 22nd at the Skirball Center for the Performing Arts at Washington Square. Dahn Yoga founder,... Rockin' Runners Can Get Their Massage OnMassage Envy Phoenix, a co-op of 27 clinics and part of the nation’s largest massage therapy provider and largest spa franchise in the U.S., is offering participants in the January 15th P.F. Chang’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Arizona Marathon.. Massage Heights Salutes Houston's Amateur AthletesMassage Heights, a leading provider of sports massage therapy, has created a special award to recognize the achievements of athletically-inclined men and women in Houston. $25,000 Reward up for Grabs from Max Muscle Sports Nutrition"Why wait for a New Year’s Resolution to help yourself to feel better?” asked Max Muscle President and co-founder Sean Greene from the company’s Orange, California headquarters.
Weight Watchers to Present at the J.P. Morgan 30th Annual Healthcare ConferenceWeight Watchers International, Inc. (NYSE: WTW) today announced that David Kirchhoff, President and Chief Executive Officer, will present at the J.P. Morgan 30th Annual Healthcare Conference in San Francisco, California. Massage Envy Clinics in the Houston Area Collect Nearly 1000 Toys for the Children’s Cancer Recovery FoundationThe holidays got a whole lot brighter for children fighting cancer in Houston area hospitals. They were the recipients of toys donated by generous Massage Envy patrons. Massage Envy clinics in the Houston metro area collected almost 1000 toys for the... The Little Gym Suggests Three "Parenting Resolutions" for the New YearEach New Year is a new opportunity for people to focus on making positive changes in their lifestyle, exercise and diet habits. Type 2 Diabetes Observational Study Shows Fitness Together's Program WorksFitness Together Studios of Eastern New England released, to the public, the findings of their Type 2 Diabetes Observational Study completed in 2011 today on their blog, FTGetsResults. Holiday Spirit: Max Muscle Sports Nutrition Supports Toys for TotsMax Muscle Sports Nutrition, the nation’s leading sports nutrition retail franchise has a deeply found passion for being an agent of change for consumers and its business owners alike. Interim HealthCare Provides Home Safety Tips for the New YearAccording to recent studies, accidents at home rank among the leading causes of injury and death in the United States. For those over 60, the risk of injury becomes greater. With 89 percent of aging homeowners preferring to stay in the comfort of their... Massage Envy Spa Staten Island Celebrates Their Four Year AnniversaryMassage Envy Spa Staten Island, a leader in massage therapy in Staten Island, NY, is celebrating its four year anniversary. As a thank you to all of their loyal patrons, the clinic is giving away a free gift to all their members this week, in addition to. Star-Spangled Franchise OpportunityKnowing full well that our nation's veterans are offered few resources for transitioning into the civilian workforce, BrightStar Care(R) is offering a discounted franchise fee to these returning heroes.
Massage Envy: Herndon-Reston Gives Back to the CommunityMassage Envy in Herndon-Reston is giving out more than just massages. Recently, Massage Envy: Herndon-Reston has been working with local schools in the district, like South Lakes High School and Oakton High School, giving away Massage Envy gifts to be... Healthy Holidays: Seniors Need to Stay Active and EngagedHome Care Assistance, North America Interim HealthCare Franchisees Recognize Professionals During National Home Care and Hospice MonthEach November during National Home Care and Hospice Month, Interim HealthCare franchisees across the country recognize their network of professionals that provide home care and hospice services to nearly 50,000 patients each day. Massage Envy Waldorf Celebrates Two Year AnniversaryMassage Envy Waldorf recently celebrated its two-year anniversary, providing the highest quality massage in Waldorf, Charles County, MD to the local community for the past two years. Massage Envy Houston Area Raises $16,987.51 During Healing Hands For ArthritisMassage Envy, the pioneer and national leader of professional, affordable and convenient massage and spa services, and the Houston community came together on World Arthritis Day, October 12th, to raise 16,987.51 during their Healing Hands for Arthritis... Massage Envy Verona in New Jersey Will Host a Free Murad Healthy Skin EventOn Friday November 18th, Massage Envy Spa Verona will be hosting a Murad Healthy Skin Event from 2:30 to 6:30pm. A professional Murad Skin Technician will be providing guests with free skin consultations and sample Murad products. GNC Holdings, Inc. to Participate in Morgan Stanley Global Consumer ConferenceGNC Holdings, Inc., a leading global specialty retailer of health and wellness products, today announced that Joe Fortunato, the Company's President & CEO and Mike Nuzzo, the Company's Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, will present at. Local Massage Envy Hosts Successful Fund Raiser for ArthritisMassage Envy River Hill recently participated in Healings Hands for Arthritis, a nationwide charity campaign hosted by Massage Envy in support of The Arthritis Foundation. The event took place on October 12th, national arthritis day, and for Massage Envy. Massage Envy Spa Garwood Will Host Murad Healthy Skin EventOn Friday November 11th, Massage Envy Spa Garwood will be holding a Murad Healthy Skin Event from 10 am to 2pm. Massage Envys in the Greater Washington D.C and Baltimore Area Raise Over $20,000 for the Arthritis FoundationMassage Envys in the greater Washington D.C and Baltimore area recently raised $20,155.46 in their Healing Hands for Arthritis fundraiser for the Arthritis Foundation. Massage Envy Raises Nearly $500,000 for National Arthritis Foundation During Inaugural Healing Hands for Arthritis EventMassage Envy, the pioneer and national leader of professional, affordable, and convenient massage and spa services, announced today that it raised more than $493,000 during its inaugural Healing Hands for Arthritis event. Weight Watchers to Present at the Credit Suisse Annual Health Care ConferenceWeight Watchers International, Inc. (NYSE: WTW) today announced that David Kirchhoff, President and Chief Executive Officer, and Ann Sardini, Chief Financial Officer, will present at the Credit Suisse Annual Health Care Conference in Phoenix, Arizona. Massage Envy Campbell at Preston Works With the Dallas Arthritic CommunityMassage Envy Campbell at Preston has been working with arthritic patients for years, recently hosting Healing Hands for Arthritis, where, for every massage and facials in Campbell at Preston,Carrollton, Dallas, TX on October 12th, $10 was donated to the.. LaSalle County Residents Register Now for the Seattle Sutton's 2012 Slim Down ContestSeattle Sutton's Healthy Eating (SSHE) is sponsoring the Seattle Sutton's 2012 Slim Down Contest to help 10 lucky LaSalle County residents lose weight and improve their health in 2012. Flip Flop Shops Turns to Facebook to Choose Next Global Charity PartnerCalling all followers of the ″Free Your Toes(R)″ lifestyle! Flip Flop Shops has announced that it's turning to Facebook fans to help determine the brand's next global charity partner.
Meet the 2011 National Family Caregiver of the Year Award National PanelNo one wants to become disabled from an illness, accident or aging, but that the chances are high that we will each need help in our own future.
New Jersey Massage Envy Spa's Will Be Hosting Murad Healthy Skin EventsThis October and November Massage Envy Spas in New Jersey will be hosting the Murad Healthy Skin Event across the state. Smoothie King Launches Fall Fit Campaign and SweepstakesSmoothie King, the 1973 creator of the nutritional smoothie, announced today the kick off of its Fall Fit campaign and sweepstakes, a three month promotion centered around encouraging healthy habits. Caring Senior Service Celebrates 20 YearsWith a host of appreciation events and promotions honoring 20 years of GreatCare(R) that covered 22 cities across the United States, Caring Senior Service(R) will be closing the city tour in San Antonio, TX at San Antonio's own premiere Witte Museum on... Anytime Fitness Honors the Best of the BestA 71 year-old woman who recently topped the Guinness World Record for abdominal planking, an elite wheelchair marathoner, a woman who conquered a life threatening eating disorder, a young mother who lost more than 150 pounds, and the ″Franchisee of.
Massage Envy DC-MD-NoVA Hosts Healing Hands for Arthritis to Benefit the Arthritis FoundationOn Wednesday, October 12, Massage Envy clinics throughout the D.C./Baltimore metro area are joining forces with the Arthritis Foundation to host Healing Hands for Arthritis, a one day national event to build awareness and raise funds to fight arthritis. Interim HealthCare Provides Stress-Free Travel Tips for Seniors During the Holiday SeasonThe holiday travel season is upon us and according to recent reports, more than 40 million Americans are expected to travel during the Thanksgiving holiday season alone. 71-Year Old Anytime Fitness Member Breaks the Guinness World Record for Holding Plank PositionAnytime Fitness member and Wisconsin native, Betty Lou Sweeney today broke the Guinness World Record for holding the abdominal plank with a time of 36 minutes and 58 seconds. Massage Envy Spa Holmdel to Participate in World Arthritis Day on October 12thIn honor of World Arthritis Day, Massage Envy Spa Holmdel will be participating in Healing Hands For Arthritis on October 12, 2011. Caring Senior Service CEO to Speak at National Association for Home Care & Hospice Meeting and ExpoJeff Salter, Founder and CEO of Caring Senior Service, one of the nation Weight Watchers Unveils Latest Lose for Good Campaign to Help Fight Obesity and HungerWeight Watchers today announced that Weight Watchers members and online subscribers can once again participate in the Lose For Good campaign, an effort that helps to battle hunger and chronic malnutrition. |
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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