February 06, 2012
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Your Medical Franchise News SourceFranchise News Watch brings you the latest in medical franchising 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 NewsSnap Fitness Ranked Among the Top 50 Franchises in Entrepreneur’s 2012 Franchise 500(R)For the sixth consecutive year, Snap Fitness has been named one of the top 500 franchises in the United States, ranking #36 in Entrepreneur Magazine’s Franchise 500(R). 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...
ANY LAB TEST NOW® Franchisees of the Year and Best Start Franchise Awards AnnouncedANY LAB TEST NOW® is pleased to announce the 2011 Franchisee of the Year and the 2011 Best Start Franchisee.
BrightStar Care Helps Spread the Word About National Glaucoma Awareness MonthMore than 2.2 million Americans have glaucoma, the leading cause of preventable blindness. However, half of them don't even know it. 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.
BrightStar Care(R) Recognized As World-Class FranchiseBrightStar Care(R), the fastest growing franchise brand in the senior care industry, was recently identified as one of 25 World-Class Franchises for 2012 by the Franchise Research Institute. CareMinders Cultivates Niche to Redefine U.S. Home Care IndustryCareMinders Home Care announced today its aggressive franchise growth plan: an expansion strategy that reflects a game-changing move for the in-home care industry. BrightStar Names JD Sun Executive Vice President of Franchise DevelopmentBrightStar Franchising, LLC, a full-service healthcare staffing agency that provides medical and non-medical homecare to private clients within their homes, as well as supplemental healthcare staff to corporate clients, announces the appointment of JD Sun
Koko FitClub Ranks Among Best in Entrepreneur Magazine's 2012 Franchise 500Koko FitClub made its debut this month in the 33rd Annual Entrepreneur Magazine Franchise 500 rankings. Snap Fitness "Muscles" Its Way to #1 Ranking in Fitness CategorySnap Fitness, the world's fastest-growing franchisor of state-of-the-art 24/7 express fitness centers, has been ranked in numerous listings on the 2009 compilation of Entrepreneur magazine's Franchise 500®, including the highly-coveted #1 ranking in.. BrightStar Franchising Names Chuck Bailey PresidentBrightStar Franchising, LLC, a full-service healthcare staffing agency that provides medical and non-medical homecare to private clients within their homes, as well as supplemental healthcare staff to corporate clients, announces Chuck Bailey as President Brain Balance Children's Education Franchise and World Autism AwarenessApril is Autism Awareness month and as such Dr. Robert Melillo, founder of the Brain Balance Program, has been keeping busy ensuring that Autism is at the forefront of the media. The list below represents the first week of Dr. Melillo's appearances... Snap Fitness Franchise Founder, CEO Peter Taunton Named Ernst and Young Entrepreneur of the YearPeter Taunton, Founder and CEO of Snap Fitness, the world's fastest-growing franchisor of state-of-the-art 24/7 express fitness centers, was recently named an Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year in the Upper Midwest Region for Consumer Services. Snap Fitness Announces Expansion into Australia and New ZealandSnap Fitness, the world's fastest growing franchisor of compact, state-of-the-art fitness centers, announced today a partnership with a privately-held, Australian-based area development group headed by Rozlyn Barker, formerly of Goodlife Health Clubs...
BrightStar Franchise Becomes First Approved Franchise System to Receive Credit Facility from New SBA Guaranteed Lending ProgramBrightStar(R), 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 le Brightstar Care(R) Launches Free Caregiver Support TechnologyBringing a new wave of innovation to caregiving and helping families all around the world, BrightStar Care® announces the launch of a new caregiver support technology. Nurse Next Door Named One of BC's Top 10 EmployersNurse Next Door, one of North America's fastest growing home care franchise systems, is proud to announce that they have been named to BC Business Magazine's 2011 Best Companies to Work for in BC list in the number 3 spot. 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.
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. International Franchise Association Names Shelly Sun 'Entrepreneur of the Year'BrightStar Co-Founder and CEO Shelly Sun received one of the franchising industry's highest honors yesterday by the International Franchise Association as its Entrepreneur of the Year during its 50th Annual Convention in San Antonio, TX.
Snap Fitness Franchise Names Wes Tang Director of International Business DevelopmentSnap Fitness, the world's fastest-growing franchisor of state-of-the-art 24/7 express fitness centers, announces the appointment of Wes Tang as Director of International Business Development. BrightStar Group Holdings, Inc. names Brian Schnell COOBrightStar Group Holdings, Inc. announces the addition of Brian Schnell as Chief Operating Officer and Chief Legal Officer, and Kevin Pignone as Vice President of Field Support. ANY LAB TEST NOW(R) in Wichita Falls, Texas to Provide Convenient Healthcare Lab Testing Direct-to-ConsumerIn an effort to provide professional, convenient and affordable lab testing, ANY LAB TEST NOW®, one of the nation's fastest-growing retail franchising opportunities, has moved its new location in Wichita Falls community. The new facility, located at A Lice Squad Canada Continues to ExpandDawn Mucci, Founder and President of Lice Squad Canada (www.licesquad.com) today announced it has expanded its management team to take advantage of the company's recent growth.
BrightStar Franchise Announces International Expansion Into CanadaAfter nearly six years of exponential franchise growth in the United States, BrightStar, a full-service healthcare staffing agency that provides both medical and non-medical homecare, announces its expansion into Canada with the awarding of a Master Franc Snap Fitness Franchise Adds Experience to Support System's Aggressive GrowthSnap Fitness, the world's fastest-growing franchisor of state-of-the-art 24/7 express fitness centers, has added Armin Krienke as Director of Corporate Wellness and Member Benefits, Brandt Schmitz as Online Marketing Manager and John Voskamp as Director o Snap Fitness Moves into New Headquarters, "Bulks Up" Corporate StaffAs the world's fastest growing fitness franchise that is consistently opening 300 to 400 new clubs each year, Snap Fitness has just announced a move to a larger corporate headquarters to allow for its growing system of franchise owners and the... 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... Snap Fitness Franchise Announces Are You 'Fit' to Be a Franchise Owner?The entrepreneurial spirit around the country is about to 'warm-up' and hit the gym. Peter Taunton, Founder and CEO of Snap Fitness, the world's fastest-growing franchisor of 24/7 express fitness centers, announces the launch of his "Partner with Peter" c Massage Heights Joins Growing List of Franchisors Investing in Litigation InsuranceCherry Creek Insurance, one of the nation's top independent insurance agencies, announced today that Massage Heights, a fast-growing massage therapy franchise, has joined a growing list of franchise organizations to invest in Cherry Creek's franchisor... Nurse Next Door Signs First U.S. Franchise LocationsNurse Next Door Home Care Services, one of North America’s fastest growing franchise systems, took a major step forward in its aggressive US expansion plan. ANY LAB TEST NOW(R) Franchise Partners with s5health to Fight DiabetesANY LAB TEST NOW®, the first direct-access lab testing [franchise company] with over 117 locations nationwide, announced today its partnership with s5health, an online management tool designed specifically for diabetics to help manage this chronic con Edmonton South West Awarded 2011 Nurse Next Door Franchise of the Year AwardTodd and Amanda Carwell, owners of Nurse Next Door's Edmonton South West franchise smiled a little bigger recently when they were awarded the company's 2011 Franchise Partner of the Year award. BrightStar Care, A National Provider Of Home Healthcare And Medical Staffing, Launches Free Caregiver Support TechnologyBrightStar Care announced exciting news today emphasizing their commitment to innovation and continuing their pursuit of providing support for caregivers and helping families and all around the world. Spray On, Wipe Off: New Drug Test Technology from the DTCThe Drug Test Consultant, a franchising company specializing in drug testing, is offering a new testing technology. The new test involves a "spray and wipe" method and can detect up to ten different illegal drugs. WELLS FARGO AND THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF WOMEN BUSINESS OWNERS® RECOGNIZE CHICAGO'S SHELLY SUN WITH NATIONAL AWARDBrightStar Healthcare Franchise president recognized as a "trailblazer" for women business owners |
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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