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Your Retail Franchise Media Coverage News SourceFranchise News Watch brings you the latest in retail franchising media coverage news from around the web. As a news aggregator for the retail franchise industry, Franchise News Watch streams the latest ground breaking franchise articles, features, guides, blogs, news and more directly to your desktop.  Retail Franchise Media Coverage NewsVehicle Batteries At Risk In Harsh Winter WeatherAs Old Man Winter begins to grip the nation, Interstate Batteries encourages motorists to protect and care for that part of the vehicle a driver depends on most each day. Cold weather can influence a vehicle engine to put twice as much stress on the...
Toys"R"Us, Inc. Urges Parents And Caregivers To Help Remove Unsafe Items From The Marketplace During Upcoming ‘great Trade-in’ EventToys"R"Us, Inc. today issued a new call to action for customers to rid their homes of potentially unsafe old and second-hand baby products and exchange them for savings on a new item during the “Great Trade-In” event. ColorTyme Kicks Off 2012 National Convention with a Bang – Lower FeesNew ColorTyme CEO Cathy Skula delivered shock-and-awe punch to the kick off of the ColorTyme 2012 National Convention, themed Make It Happen, by rolling out a new strategic plan for growth that included lower fees. Woodcraft Franchise Store Owners Talk About Their Experiences on New VideoPotential Woodcraft franchise owners can now watch an online video and learn more about the dreams that led people like Monte Eldfrick to choose Woodcraft store ownership, sometimes trading lucrative careers to be their own bosses.
Build-A-Bear Workshop Seeks Service-Minded Kids to Join Ranks of Hundreds of Huggable Heroes... and CountingAs the country prepares to celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s birthday with a Day of Service, Build-A-Bear Workshop(R) launches its ninth annual search for Huggable Heroes(R). 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. Five Ways Businesses Can Cut Costs in the New YearThe New Year is a great time for businesses to look at last year's expense reports to see where they can save money on their office supply budgets. Cartridge World, the country's largest printer cartridge retailer, is helping office managers find new... 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. Card Connection Offers the Middlesbrough and Darlington Franchise For SaleLeading greeting card publisher and franchisor, Card Connection, has today announced that its Middlesbrough and Darlington Franchise area has been offered for sale.
Giant Tiger Asks Customers To Vote In $10,000 Charity GiveawayThis amount will be allocated on behalf of Giant Tiger customers among three (3) national charitable organizations - The Childrens Wish Foundation, The Canadian Red Cross and Friends of the Earth Canada. Edible Arrangements Salutes the Troops with Increased Veterans DiscountEdible Arrangements, the pioneer and leader in hand-sculpted, fresh-fruit arrangements, announced today that it has doubled its veteran's discount from $5,000 to $10,000 off its initial franchise fee. RadioShack Announces Search for Creative Agency of RecordRadioShack Corp. has initiated a formal review of its creative agency of record for the U.S. general market.
Bark Busters Offers Tips To Keep The Holiday Season Fun And Safe For Your DogIn the spirit of the coming season, Bark Busters, the world's largest dog training company, offers helpful holiday tips for dog owners on how to keep their dogs safe and happy during the holidays, from Thanksgiving to Hanukkah. Alvin and the Chipmunks(TM) and The Chipettes(TM) are Chipwrecked at Build-A-Bear WorkshopBuild-A-Bear Workshop(R), in a partnership with Twentieth Century Fox Consumer Products and Bagdasarian Productions, announced today the debut of Alvin and Brittany plush characters strutting straight off the red carpet and into stores nationwide. Regis Corporation Raises Over $1 Million for Breast Cancer ResearchRegis Corporation (NYSE: RGS) is proud to announce that their annual, national Clip for the Cure campaign reached its target goal and raised over $1 million for the Regis Foundation for Breast Cancer Research. Aaron's, Inc. Surprises 85-year-old Georgia Resident with Houseful of Furniture, Appliances and ElectronicsAaron's, Inc. (NYSE: AAN) surprised Jessie Farmer, the grand prize winner of Aaron's National Lucky Dog Days Sweepstakes, on Friday morning at her home. OFFICE 1 Regional Meeting in BulgariaThe meeting was attended by the OFFICE 1 Master Franchisees of Italy, Bulgaria, Greece, Serbia and the OFFICE 1 International Team headed by Mr. Mark Baccash, CEO of the company. For The First Time Ever, Toys″R″Us(R) Stores Nationwide To Open At 9pm On Thanksgiving NightToys″R″Us(R)announced that its stores nationwide will open their doors at 9pm on Thanksgiving night to welcome Black Friday shoppers as they kick off the holiday shopping season.
Survey Says Consumers Miss the Mark With Holiday Manners and Forget Batteries; Majority Say Canned Cranberry Sauce Is ″So Right″To celebrate the start of the holiday season, RadioShack Corporation, a leading national retailer and holiday go-to for gifts and gadgets that are ″So Right,″ today released the results from its ″So Right Consumer Survey.″ Play N Trade to Attend the Franchise and Business Opportunities ExpoPlay N Trade Franchise, Inc., the fastest growing video game franchise worldwide, is excited to announce that not only will it be attending the 2011 Franchise and Business Opportunities Expo in Columbus, Ohio, but Play N Trade will also be hosting a... Snap-on to Present at Baird Industrial ConferenceSnap-on Incorporated (NYSE: SNA) will present at the Robert W. Baird & Co. 2011 Industrial Conference on Tuesday, November 8, 2011. Matco Tools Launches New Product ContestGot a new product idea? Matco Tools is searching for the next product innovation in professional automotive tools through their new ″Made By Idea″ contest. Children's Fund Donates $100,000 To Save The Children To Assist With Relief Efforts Following Monsoon Rains In ThailandAs part of its ongoing commitment to keep children safe and help them in times of need, the Toys″R″Us Children's Fund today announced a $100,000 donation to help Save the Children in its efforts to provide immediate relief to victims of... Amazing Spaces(R) Storage Centers Partners with Toys for Tots to Give to Children in Their CommunitiesNo child should be without a gift to unwrap on Christmas Day, which is why Amazing Spaces(R) Storage Centers has proudly partnered with the United States Marine Corps Reserves in their annual Toys for Tots toy drive. 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.
Build-A-Bear Workshop Supports JDRF in Honor of National Diabetes Awareness MonthBuild-A-Bear Workshop(R), the interactive retailer of customized stuffed animals, announced today an initiative to raise funds for JDRF in honor of National Diabetes Awareness Month. Toys ″R″ Us Children's Fund Awards $1 Million To Nonprofit Organizations In New JerseyThe Toys″R″Us Children's Fund today announced it will award $1 million in grants to 54 nonprofit organizations supporting children in the state of New Jersey.
Philadelphia Shipping, Packaging & Crating Company Chosen To Ship Valuable Artwork Across CountryNavis Pack and Ship Philadelphia franchise owners, Peter and Rebecca Michaelson, are proud to announce that they were selected to package, crate, and ship a local artist's work across the country.
Toys″R″US(R) Partners With The Marine Toys For Tots Foundation To Bring Toys and Smiles To The Millions Of Children In Need Across The Country This Holiday SeasonAs a company committed to helping children in need, Toys″R″Us(R) today announced that it has once again teamed up with four-time NBA Champion, actor, philanthropist and entrepreneur Shaquille O Mountain Home ColorTyme celebrates Grand Re-OpeningColorTyme of Mountain Home recently held a special Grand Re-Opening to celebrate its move to a new and larger location at 270 E. Jackson St. Batteries Plus Re-Launches ″Time to Care″ CampaignAccording to an August 2011 report by the U.S. Department of Labor Statistics, the unemployment rate for veterans who served in the military since September 11, 2001 is a whopping 12.4 percent, exceeding the already sobering national average of nine... Small Business Operators Remain Optimistic Despite Economic Turmoil - SurveySmall business owners say independence and potential for personal growth remain the top reasons to start a new company, even during the current economic downturn, according to a national survey released today by U.S. Lawns. Local Party Experts Host Halloween Boo BounceWith Halloween quickly approaching, many parents are looking for fun, safe, family friendly event options in the community to celebrate. Woodcraft Welcomes Second Season of Rough Cut - Woodworking with Tommy MacRough Cut, Woodworking with Tommy Mac returns to public television for its second season on Saturday, Oct. 1, with 13 brand new traditional and contemporary style projects to share with viewers, along with road trips to exciting new sites. Volvo CE president confirms commitment to the North American marketSpeaking at a media briefing for Americas based trade press journalists, Volvo CE Baskin-Robbins Partners With Kraft Foods HUDDLE TO FIGHT HUNGER(R) to Help Provide 25 Million Meals to Feeding America(R)Baskin Robbins, the world's largest chain of ice cream specialty shops, is supporting Kraft Foods in its mission to donate 25 million meals to Feeding America U.S. Lawns Celebrates 25 Years As a Commercial Landscape Management LeaderHundreds of franchise owners gather this week to celebrate 25 years of entrepreneurial excellence that has made U.S. Lawns the fastest-growing commercial landscape franchisor in the country. Baskin-Robbins Seeks Aspiring Chefs and Ice Cream Enthusiasts to Enter Its 2nd Annual Online Flavor Creation ContestWishing your flavor won the Baskin Robbins flavor creation contest last year? Dont despair, Baskin Robbins today announced its 2nd Annual Online Flavor Creation Contest providing guests with the opportunity to tap into their inner chef to create a... Build-A-Bear Workshop Supports DonorsChoose.org to Fund Projects for Schools Affected by Recent Natural DisastersBuild A Bear Workshop(R) and its foundation are inviting Guests to donate $1 (or more) to DonorsChoose.org when they check out at stores or at buildabear.com(R) starting today through Oct. 16. |
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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