September 05, 2010
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Your Medical Franchise Business Expansion News SourceFranchise News Watch brings you the latest in medical franchising business expansion news from around the web. As a news aggregator for the medical franchise industry, Franchise News Watch streams the latest ground breaking franchise articles, features, guides, blogs, news and more directly to your desktop.  Medical Franchise Business Expansion NewsInterim HealthCare Opens New Franchise Office in Galveston County, TXInterim HealthCare Inc, the nation's leading health care franchise company, is pleased to welcome new Franchisees Brett & Tracy Bozeman and Sharon Davis in the Galveston, Texas area. Houston's Massage Heights Opens Its 12th Location in WeslayanWeslayan Massage Heights in Houston opens its doors in time for the most romantic day of the year -- Valentine's Day. Massage Heights Houston opened its 12th Houston massage spa location on Friday, February 5th, 2010 in the Weslayan area of Houston. Right at Home Expands In-Home Care Services to BrazilRight at Home, Inc, a leading provider of in-home companion and personal care assistance with more than 175 local independent franchisees in 41 states, has established international operations in South America. Right at Home will be expanding into... Doctors Express Announces Its First Urgent Care Center in Metro Atlanta AreaDoctors Express, a unique new urgent care treatment concept, plans to open its first Atlanta area facility in Buckhead by early December. To be located on the ground floor of the new Piedmont West Medical Building at the intersection of I-75 & Howell. Right at Home, Inc. Expands In-Home Personal Care Services to the UKRight at Home, Inc., a leading provider of in-home companion and personal care assistance has begun its international expansion with the addition of its first Master Franchise in the United Kingdom, announced Allen Hager, founder and president of... Medifast Weight Control Centers Open New Location in Austin, TXMedifast, Inc. (NYSE: MED) today announced the grand opening of its fourth Medifast Weight Control Center in Austin, TX. The new Medifast Weight Control Center is located at Gateway Shopping Center... Medifast Weight Control Center Opens in Austin, TXedifast, Inc. (NYSE: MED) today announced the grand opening of its newest Medifast Weight Control Center in Austin, Tx. The new Medifast Weight Control Center is located at The Shops at Arbor Trails, 4301 W. William Cannon, Bldg. B. Suite 226... eMed-ID, World's First Medical Identification Franchise, Opens Tampa Bay Market for Franchise SaleseMed-ID, the world's first medical identification franchise providing consumers with a personal USB device that will expedite emergency responders treatment of trauma victims or those unable to communicate, is rapidly expanding its national footprint... World's First Medical Identification Franchise Launches NationallyeMed-ID, the world's first medical identification franchise, announced today the launch of its low-cost, home-based franchise concept , providing consumers with a personal USB device containing their full medical history, which can then be easily... Taking Tranquility to New Heights: Massage Heights Opens Second Des Moines Franchise LocationSoothing music, relaxing aromatic candles, a clean and calming environment, and experienced massage therapists. All these are available at Massage Heights, the new, luxurious therapeutic massage clinic located at 2732 SE Delaware, Suite 260 in Ankeny. World's First Medical Identification Franchise Launches at Miami's Franchise Expo SoutheMed-ID, the world's first medical identification franchise, announced today the launch of its low-cost, home-based franchise concept that provides a personal USB device to consumers containing their comprehensive medical history. eMed-ID is a simple... Taking Tranquility to New Heights: Massage Heights Opens First Keller Franchise LocationSoothing music, relaxing aromatic candles, a clean and calming environment, and experienced massage therapists. All these are available at Massage Heights, the new, luxurious therapeutic massage clinic located at 1961 Main Street, Suite 300 in Keller. Doctors Express Announces Its First Center in Northern ColoradoDoctors Express announces its first urgent care center in Colorado. Fort Collins resident Mark Damschroder will own the new Northern Colorado center scheduled to open in June 2009. Damschroder plans to open other centers in Colorado and Wyoming. EMT Opens Tampa Bay FranchiseEMT, continuing to expand for a national foot print, announces the opening of its Tampa Bay Franchise. Nurse Next Door Launches First Alberta FranchiseAs the percentage of Alberta's senior population continues to grow, likely to double from the current 11% over the next 20 years, the needs of this group are becoming increasingly important. Brightstar Healthcare Expands Caregiving Network To NapervilleBrightStar Healthcare, a full-service home healthcare and medical staffing agency, announces the expansion of its caregiving network and opening of its newest location at 1112 S. Washington St. Suite 15, Naperville, IL. Snap Fitness Expanding Into IndiaSnap Fitness, Inc., the rapidly growing franchisor of compact, 24/7 express fitness clubs, today announced it will open new clubs in Bangalore and Mumbai, India. MEDIchair North Coast is newest and largest franchise territory in BC"We are definitely the largest MEDIchair franchise territory in BC," says Garry Roth who along with brother Dennis and sister-in-law Darlene own a new local company called MEDIchair North Coast. Interim HealthCare Franchisee Continues Steady Growth in CaliforniaInterim HealthCare, the nation's largest combined provider of home care and healthcare staffing services, announced the new ownership of one if its branch locations by an existing franchise partner. Nurse Next Door Launches First Ontario FranchiseWith nearly 14% of the Ontario population currently 65 years or older, the needs of Ontario seniors are extremely important. MEDIchair Sudbury Opens Satellite Store In Elliot LakeNorm Gervais, Owner of MEDIchair Sudbury had been looking for the right business partner to help expand and grow his home medical equipment business within his franchise territory, in particular the city of Elliot Lake, a 1.5 hour drive from Sudbury. Brightstar Healthcare Expands Caregiving Network To KnoxvilleBrightStar Healthcare, a full-service medical staffing and home healthcare agency, announces the expansion of its caregiving network to the Knoxville area. Brightstar Healthcare Expands Caregiving Network To PhiladelphiaAccording to the National Coalition on Health Care, health care spending in the United States is projected to reach $2.9 trillion in 2009. Brightstar Healthcare Expands Caregiving Network To ColumbusBrightStar Healthcare, a full-service healthcare staffing agency, announces the expansion of its caregiving network and the opening of newest location at 2000 West Henderson Road, Suite 330. Brightstar Healthcare Expands Caregiving Network To San AntonioAccording to the National Coalition on Health Care, health care spending in the United States is projected to reach $2.9 trillion in 2009. Southern Home Medical Announces First Master Franchise Agreement Signed for the State of North CarolinaSouthern Home Medical Equipment, Inc. (PINKSHEETS: SHMM) recently announced an immediate shift in the long term growth strategy of the company. Massaging the Masses: Massage Heights on Track to Open 1,620 Units by 2012Massage Heights, a burgeoning franchise with 13 healthy locations and 288 under development, is kneading its way into the $15 billion massage industry – poised to outpace competitors with a clearly distinctive business model, atmosphere and product Dermacare Introduces New, Lower-Cost Franchise Option for Smaller MarketsDermacare Laser & Skin Care Clinics®, the only physician-based laser and aesthetic skin-care franchisor in the world, today announced the availability of Dermacare Laser Clinic® (DLC), a new franchise model for existing medical practices. |
Features & Special ReportsFranchising With Family Members Can Be Fraught With Danger Or Filled With SuccessIt can be difficult enough to get a franchise up and running on your own, or with other operational and investing partners, but it can be downright arduous if family members are involved in the deal. But that's the route some franchisees take and when done properly this management model can provide years of personal and professional harmony. But there are some secrets to making it work. Go in unprepared and you could break up a business and a family. The Winner's ColumnAs savvy franchise companies continue to flourish in this challenging economy, FUSR will continue to bring you good news each month, highlighting brands that are adding units, increasing comp store sales, striking deals with investors, and continuing to grow despite the economy - maybe even because of it. And, as the U.S. struggles through its "jobless recovery," growth-oriented franchisors continue to look overseas for expansion opportunities. Sales Intelligence for Superior Performance, Part 2Aggressive growth companies measure the performance of their sales personnel just as they do their advertising. With high recruitment expenses you can't afford mediocre selling performance, which costs dearly in lost franchise deals. A policyholder survey by Prudential Insurance revealed that the greatest influencing factor in the buying process is the sales person. Turning Around Struggling FranchiseesTwo years of tight credit and reduced consumer spending have left many franchisees reeling and put a serious crimp in franchisors' royalty streams. Workout professionals and bankruptcy attorneys experienced in franchising discuss what franchisors can do to help turn around distressed units - without spending scarce funds or getting themselves into legal hot water. New Gift Card Regulations Kicked in August 22ndLast year when President Obama signed the Credit Card Act of 2009 (the Act") into law, the nation's attention largely focused on those provisions of the law that aim to change the way credit card companies do business with consumers. However, since the Act imposes requirements on gift card issuers, it also changed the way many retailers and franchise companies will do business with consumers. Strong Cultures Sell More Franchises!Every franchise organization has a culture, the same way every person has a personality. If your franchise brand is serious about growth and development, ask yourself these two questions: 1) Does our franchise system have a strong, positive culture?; and 2) Is it a culture that promotes selling franchises? Special Operations: Franchising in a Strange LandOpening franchise units in nontraditional locations has been the domain of specialists--but not anymore. With the economy still slumping, lending still tight, and suburban expansion at a standstill, many multi-unit franchisees are exploring the viability of sites such as airports, hotels, colleges, senior centers, highway rest stops, hospitals, and military bases. Rolling with the Punches: Franchisors Continue Adapting to ChangeThe rules and methods for franchise sales are changing daily with the general public's increasing awareness of the economy, deficits, lending, the housing market, and more. As some of us "graybeards" can remember, this isn't the first time the rules have changed--and it won't be the last. Change on the HorizonJust like any business, the franchising business is one that I have seen evolve tremendously over the past 30 years. While many of the cornerstones and crucial elements - product, simplicity, control, and support - remain the same, so much is changing. Hiring Entrepreneurs: A Case Study of Hiring the Spirit of SuccessAs we continue to mine Dave Melton's book, <i>Hire the American Dream,</i> I thought it would be interesting to highlight a case study that demonstrates just how successful smart hiring can be. Here Melton describes his experience hiring an immigrant.
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