February 09, 2012
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Your Retail Franchise Mergers & Acquisition News SourceFranchise News Watch brings you the latest in retail franchising mergers & acquisition 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 Mergers & Acquisition News
Volvo Rents Acquires First Locations in Puerto RicoIn 2011, Volvo Rents expanded its presence nationally, acquiring more than 50 companies in the United States, as well as internationally, as the brand acquired six new locations in Canada.
Volvo Rents California Growth Continues with Latest AcquisitionVolvo Rents announces the acquisition of SoCal Rental Equip Rent, a single location construction equipment rental company in Glendora, CA. Pet Supplies Plus Acquires Largest FranchiseePet Supplies Plus (“PSP”) announced today that it has completed the acquisition of its largest franchisee, consisting of twelve stores in Northeast Pennsylvania. PSP, a portfolio company of Irving Place Capital, is the third-largest pet... The Marcus Family invests in a passionate, entrepreneurial business with the acquitision of Verlo Mattress Factory Stores.The Marcus Family, owner of Marcus Investments LLC, and also a controlling stakeholder in the Marcus Corporation (NYSE: MCS), today announced the acquisition of Fort Atkinson-based Verlo Mattress Factory Stores, the nation's only franchisee model in the.. Volvo Rents Midwest Growth Continues with Newest AcquisitionVolvo Rents announces the acquisition of Midwest Aerials and Equipment, Inc., a four-location construction equipment rental company with stores in St. Louis, Kansas City and Springfield, Mo. as well as one location in Bloomington, Ill. Volvo Rents Opens First Kansas Locations Through Newest AcquisitionVolvo Rents announces the acquisition of Richardson Equipment Company, LLC (R-Quip Equipment Rentals), a two-location construction equipment rental company based in Kansas, with stores in Wichita and Pittsburg. Pump It Up Merges with BounceU: Former Competitors Become Single Largest Franchise Brand in Birthday Party SegmentPump It Up, the nation's largest franchise of interactive, indoor inflatable playgrounds for private parties, announced today that it has merged with Phoenix-based BounceU, its only direct national competitor. NexCen Brands, Inc. and the Camuto Group Announce the Acquisition of The Shoe Box, Inc. Trademarks and a Partnership Plan to Franchise Stores WorldwidNexCen Brands, Inc. ("NexCen") (NASDAQ: NEXC) announced today that it has closed on the acquisition of the trademarks and other intellectual property of The Shoe Box, Inc. in partnership with the Camuto Group. NexCen Brands Acquires The Great American Cookie Company® From Mrs. Fields Famous BrandsNexCen Brands, Inc. (Nasdaq: NEXC) ("NexCen") announced today that it has acquired the Great American Cookie Company ("Great American Cookies") from Mrs. Fields Famous Brands, LLC ("Mrs. Fields"). Donald K. Johnson Acquires Additional Common Shares of easyhome Ltd.VYCO Ltd., a corporation of which Mr. Donald K. Johnson is President, and which is controlled by a family trust of which Mr. Johnson is a discretionary beneficiary, announced today that it has acquired 952,417 common shares (″Common Shares″).. 'Digging' Its Way Into Wichita Falls and DallasVolvo Rents announces the acquisition of SCS Equipment, Inc., a two location equipment rental company based in Texas, with stores in Wichita Falls and Dallas. Regis to Acquire PureBeauty and BeautyFirstRegis Corporation (NYSE:RGS), the global leader in the $170 billion hair care industry, announced today that it has entered into an agreement to acquire the PureBeauty and BeautyFirst salon operations.
Altamont Capital Partners acquires J.D. ByriderJ.D. Byrider, the Indianapolis-based leading used car sales and finance business, announced today that it has been acquired by private equity firm Altamont Capital Partners (Altamont). Suburban Propane Partners, L.P. to Sell Tirzah Storage Facility to Plains LPG ServicesSuburban Propane Partners, L.P. (the "Partnership") (NYSE: SPH), a nationwide marketer of propane gas, fuel oil and related products and services, announced today that its operating subsidiary, Suburban Propane, L.P. (the "Operating Partnership"), has... Aaron's, Inc. Invests in U.K. CompanyAaron's, Inc. (NYSE: AAN), the nation's leader in the sales and lease ownership and specialty retailing of residential furniture, consumer electronics, home appliances and accessories, today announced that it has reached an agreement to purchase 11.5% of. Blockbuster Proposes Combination With Circuit CityBlockbuster Inc. (NYSE: BBI) today announced that it has offered to acquire Circuit City Stores, Inc. (NYSE: CC) for at least $6.00 per share in cash, subject to due diligence. Regis Completes Acquisition of PureBeauty and BeautyFirstRegis Corporation (NYSE:RGS), the global leader in the $170 billion hair care industry, today announced it has completed the acquisition of the PureBeauty and BeautyFirst salon operations. Roark Capital Group Acquires Batteries PlusRoark Capital Group, an Atlanta-based private equity firm, announced today the acquisition of Batteries Plus. Headquartered in Hartland, Wis., Batteries Plus is the leading dedicated retailer of batteries and battery accessories. Regis Completes Merger of European Franchise Salon OperationsRegis Corporation (NYSE:RGS), the global leader in the $170 billion hair care industry, today announced the completion of the merger of its continental European franchise salon operations with the Franck Provost Salon Group. Aaron Rents, Inc. Acquires Prime Time Rentals StoresAaron Rents, Inc. (NYSE: RNT), the nation's leader in the sales and lease ownership, specialty retailing and rental of residential and office furniture, consumer electronics and home appliances and accessories, today announced that it has acquired all... NexCen Brands Acquires Bill Blass Couture BusinessNexCen Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ: NEXC), today announced that through its wholly-owned subsidiary NexCen Fixed Asset Company, LLC, it has completed a purchase agreement with... Card Connection Becomes Part of UK Greetings LtdLeading greeting card publisher and franchisor, Card Connection, has announced it has become part of UK Greetings Limited as of 26 March 2008. Blockbuster Comments on the Due Diligence Agreement Reached With Circuit CityBlockbuster Inc. (NYSE: BBI) issued the following statement today in response to the announcement by Circuit City Stores, Inc. (NYSE: CC) that it has agreed to allow Blockbuster to conduct due diligence in preparation for a possible bid for the company. Blockbuster Withdraws Proposal to Acquire Circuit CityBlockbuster Inc. (NYSE: BBI)(NYSE: BBI.B) announced today that it has decided to withdraw its proposal to acquire Circuit City. A Marriage of ConvenienceIn its largest acquisition in 20 years, 7-Eleven, Inc. has announced the purchase of White Hen Pantry, Inc., a Lombard, Ill.-based convenience store chain. |
Features & Special Reports"The Proven Match" for Finding Qualified Franchisees Debuts on Franchising.com Ad PortalProven Match has teamed up with Franchise Update Media Group (FUMG) to give results-driven franchisors a cost-saving profiling service that delivers pre-qualified candidates. Restaurateur Extraordinaire: Sam Covelli Does It With More Than 200 LocationsSam Covelli says he grew up in the restaurant business working in his father's McDonald's. Running For Charity: Colortyme Franchisee Raises Money And Awareness For Children's HospitalThis April will mark the third year in a row that Al Coelho has run the 26-mile Boston Marathon. That's a significant achievement. But it's only a part of what Coelho will do that day. Turning Up The Heat: Learning How To Handle Irate Customers And Look Like A HeroIrate customers. No matter how good you are at what you do, what business you are in, or where it is located, you will at some point find yourself facing an irate customer. Sustaining Business: Zane Tankel On Growing During Tough TimesAs the economy continues to struggle through a slow recovery, business people everywhere are looking for any tools or techniques that will help them keep their businesses alive and thriving. Creating 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. 
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