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Your Franchise Business Expansion News SourceFranchise News Watch brings you the latest in franchising business expansion news from around the web. As a news aggregator for the franchise industry, Franchise News Watch streams the latest ground breaking franchise articles, features, guides, blogs, news and more directly to your desktop.  Franchise Business Expansion News
Las Vegas-Based Asian Quick Service Franchise Prepares to “Spread the Madness”Equipped with a new prototype featuring a dine-in model and a user-friendly menu, Teriyaki Madness is looking to bring its authentic Asian dishes and signature sauces to the Southwest United States, providing potential franchisees with an opportunity to..
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...
Gatti's Pizza Returns to Lafayette with GattiTownGatti's Pizza returns to Lafayatte after 13 years when Foodservice Management Systems (FMS) opens a new GattiTown family entertainment center on April 4, 2011. The 45,000 sq. ft. GattiTown includes an All You Care-to-Eat buffet, an expansive Midway arcade
Teriyaki Experience Announces Plan to Open a Location in the Atlanta International AirportTeriyaki Experience, the international leader in Japanese QSR is pleased to announce a partnership with Global Concessions Inc. of Atlanta, Georgia that will see the development of a Teriyaki Experience location in the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta... Bloop Frozen Yogurt Opens First Store This WeekendBloop will to open its first store at 1601 Enterprise Drive in the Wyndhurst neighborhood of Lynchburg, Virginia, this Saturday, January 14 at 11 a.m. SYNERGY HomeCare Announces Growth Plans for 2012SYNERGY HomeCare, national home care franchisor projects to grow revenues by 48% in 2012. Gatti's Pizza Returns to Oklahoma City with GattiTownGatti's Pizza returns to Oklahoma City after thirty-two years when Foodservice Management Systems (FMS) opens a new GattiTown family entertainment center on March 7, 2011. The 60,000 sq. ft. Oklahoma City GattiTown includes an All You Care-to-Eat buffet, 2012 Marks EVO-lution for EVOS(R) RestaurantsEVOS(R), the fast-casual restaurant offering healthier all-American favorites with an earth-friendly attitude and "greater good" conscience, today announced plans for new corporate expansion in what it calls its "New Year EVO-lution."
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. Panda Dry Cleaners, LLC Announces Grand Opening of Their First Tide Dry Cleaners(R) LocationPanda Dry Cleaners LLC (PDC), in collaboration with Procter & Gamble (P&G), is bringing industry-leading innovation and breakthrough cleaning technology to its customers with the Grand Opening of its first Tide Dry Cleaners(R) store, at 10140...
IKOR Enjoys Strong Finish To 2011 And Heads Into New Year With Multiple Openings On DeckIKOR USA today announced completion of several single- and multi-unit franchise deals that will introduce the growing healthcare advocacy and guardianship network to Florida and North Carolina and continue its expansion in Texas, New Jersey and...
National Leader in Educational Child Care, Primrose Schools®, Makes New Jersey DebutPrimrose Schools (www.primroseschools.com), the nation’s leader in educational child care with more than 240 schools nationwide, will make its flagship entrance into New Jersey on Jan. 23 with the opening of the Primrose School of Warren. Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Strengthens Its Presence in GeorgiaBetter Homes and Gardens® Real Estate today announced the addition of one of the fastest growing brokerages in the Central Savannah River Area to its network.
Buffalo Wings & Rings Debuts New Restaurant Design This Month in Naperville, IllinoisBuffalo Wings & Rings (BW&R) unveils its next generation restaurant on Wednesday, November 16 in Naperville, Illinois thanks to the successful local franchise group ABDN Grill, Inc.
Theobroma is Launching Franchises in the USA, China, and IndiaTheobroma is launching in the USA, China, and India. Theobroma is currently looking for master franchisees to join the Chocolate revolution with great new sites opening in 2012 in these regions. Wing Zone Scores with Flavor Fuze in New Overseas MarketsWing Zone, an Atlanta-based restaurant franchise system, has launched a major international expansion program – all part of its corporate re-branding initiative with its focus on flavor. Local Entrepreneurs Open Seventh Restaurant on Highway 707 in Murrells InletBoBenton is satisfying Murrells Inlet residents’ craving for Bojangles’ Famous Chicken ‘n Biscuits with the opening of its newest location at 12005 Highway 707 on January 19, 2012. Sonus Franchise Reaches 100 Location Milestone, Offers Growth Opportunity For Audiology Private Practice OwnersAs U.S. small business owners seek innovative ways to expand during a still unyielding economy, Sonus has announced through Michele Fusco, Senior Vice President of Medical Business Operations for Amplifon USA, the opening of over 100 Sonus Franchise...
Villa La Paws Pet Resort Announces the Launch of its Nationwide Franchise ProgramVilla La Paws, a cage-free pet resort, spa and dog training company, today announced the launch of its nationwide franchise program, Villa La Paws LLC, as part of its goal to expand the brand’s footprint nationwide. YO!Sushi Builds On Successful 2011 For This YearYO!Sushi will open its first two American locations this year in Washington, D.C. with leases signed for at least one additional location. The company also plans to sign two to three franchise agreements for approximately 30 units by year’s end. CiCi's Pizza Announces 2012 Growth PlansCiCi's Pizza, home of the custom pizza buffet, announced today its 2012 growth plans to support its continuing 10-year "Build the Brand" initiative to add 500 new restaurants by 2020. 10-Year Bojangles' Restaurant Operator Opens 23rd Location on Highway 123 in SenecaBOJ of WNC, LLC is satisfying Seneca residents’ craving for Bojangles’ “Famous Chicken ‘n Biscuits” with the opening today of its newest location at 1011 Highway 123 Bypass in Seneca. New-Build Holiday Inn New York City Midtown - 31st St. Opens in the Heart of ManhattanIHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) [LON: IHG, NYSE: IHG (ADRs)] announced today the opening of the new-build Holiday Inn New York City Midtown-31st St. Francorp Helps Mary Sears Children's Academy Expand Through FranchisingThe Mary Sears Children’s Academy is currently in the process of franchising its high end children’s educational concept. Founded in 1964, and currently with seven units in the Chicagoland area.
Bandana's Bar-B-Q Opens New LocationSt. Louis, MO-based Bandana’s Bar-B-Q opened its newest location at 17164 Chesterfield Airport Road, Chesterfield, MO today.
30-Year Bojangles' Restaurant Operator Opens 47th LocationTri-Arc Food Systems is satisfying Durham residents’ craving for Bojangles’ Famous Chicken ‘n Biscuits with the opening of its newest location at 176 Stratford Lakes Drive. Planet Fitness to open in PensacolaPlanet Fitness, one of the fastest growing gym chains in the U.S., will be opening in the Pensacola area next month and is offering a low $1 start up fee now through August 31. The Counter(R) Custom Built Burgers Announces Deal With Americana Group To Open 33 New Locations In The Middle East And United KingdomThe Counter(R) Custom Built Burgersannounced today a development agreement to open and operate 33 new locations in the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman, Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Libya, Tunisia, Algeria and England. 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. Rhea Lana’s Children’s Consignment, Inc. Adds New Franchises in Texas, Oklahoma and KansasRhea Lana’s Children’s Consignment, Inc. is “The Nation’s Premiere Children’s Consignment Event Venue” and has experienced incredible growth since the company began selling franchises in 2008.
Cousins Subs(R) Makes It A Better Day In Greenfield; Unwraps New Store In Area BP StationFolks who gas up at the Greenfield BP Station are in for a better treat. Menonomee Falls-based Cousins Subs® today announced the opening of a new sub shop in Greenfield, WI. Hotel Indigo Santa Barbara Opens in the Heart of Santa Barbara's Vibrant Art SceneHotel Indigo, IHG’s (InterContinental Hotels Group) [LON: IHG, NYSE: IHG (ADRs)] upscale boutique brand, today announces the February opening of the Hotel Indigo Santa Barbara. |
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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