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Your Retail Franchise Product Announcement News SourceFranchise News Watch brings you the latest in retail franchising product announcement 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 Product Announcement NewsBaskin-Robbins Brings Back Superfudge Truffle Just in Time for Valentine's DayChocolate lovers rejoice! Baskin-Robbins, the world's largest chain of ice cream specialty shops, today announced it is bringing back one of its classic flavors, Superfudge Truffle, in time to celebrate Valentine's Day right. Baskin-Robbins Sweetens February with Introduction of Valentine's Day Ice Cream Cake Bites and "Box of Chocolates"Baskin-Robbins, the world's largest chain of ice cream specialty shops, is making Valentine's Day even sweeter this February with the introduction of two new flavors to its popular line of Ice Cream Cake Bites. Make-Your-Own Victoria Justice Bear at Build-A-Bear WorkshopBuild-A-Bear Workshop(R), the interactive entertainment retailer of customized stuffed animals, has launched the Victoria Justice Bear ($23), now available in stores and online at buildabear.com(R). Caribou Coffee Lightens Up, Shows New Dark Side with New Coffees Starlight and EclipseCaribou Coffee today announced the launch two new coffees, carefully crafted to bring coffee drinkers the broadest spectrum of flavors available to match their personal tastes. Starlight Batteries Plus Selects HighJump Warehouse Management SystemHighJump Software, a global provider of supply chain management software, today announced that Batteries Plus has implemented the HighJump warehouse management system (WMS) in its new national distribution center in Glendale, Wis. Edible Arrangements Adds New National Creative Agency to Advertising MixEdible Arrangements, the pioneer and leader in hand-sculpted, fresh-fruit arrangements, announces the addition of Stern Advertising of Cleveland, OH as its national creative agency.
Battery Giant to Continue Focus on Green Battery Recycling EffortsEntering its fourth year in business, Battery Giant Franchise, LLC announces its commitment to continue their focus on enhancing the company’s green battery recycling efforts in 2012. Kick Off the New Year Right With the Delicious New Baskin-Robbins BRight Choices(R) Flavor, Berry Nut Honey Frozen YogurtBaskin-Robbins, the world's largest chain of ice cream specialty shops, today introduced its first new flavor of the year and the latest addition to the BRight Choices(R) line, Berry Nut Honey Frozen Yogurt. RadioShack to the Rescue With Last-Minute Gifts at Great PricesWith Hanukkah starting today and just five shopping days 'til Christmas, time is ticking away for shoppers looking for a great deal on last-minute gifts. Baskin-Robbins Offers Last Minute Gift Ideas for Busy On-The-Go Holiday ShoppersWarm the hearts of friends, loved ones or even the mailman with a cool gift from Baskin-Robbins, the world's largest chain of ice cream specialty shops, by giving the gift of ice cream. Baskin-Robbins Brings Bobsled Brownie, a Favorite Flavor Inspired by the Sport of Women's Bobsledding, Out of the Deep Freeze'Tis the season to enjoy ice cream whether it's by reliving a moment in history with Bobsled Brownie, a flavor that was inspired by the 2002 women's bobsled victory in Salt Lake City, or by giving the gift of ice cream and purchasing a Baskin-Robbins...
Cartridge World Helps Remove Financing Obstacles to Franchise OwnershipCartridge World, the world's largest ink and toner refilling retail franchise, announced today new partnerships to help entrepreneurs gain greater access to bank financing and start-up capital to open a franchise. Baskin-Robbins Announces Top 10 Finalists in Its Second Annual Online Flavor Creation ContestBaskin-Robbins, the world's largest chain of ice cream specialty shops, has selected the top 10 finalists of its second National Online Flavor Creation Contest. It's a Wrap: Tips for Packaging Holiday Gifts From Annex Brands, Inc.For shoppers with distant friends and family on their holiday gift lists, choosing, buying and wrapping the perfect gift is just the beginning. Packing and shipping the gift so that it arrives intact and in time is key to delivering a happy holiday. Flip Flop Shops Celebrates the Holiday Season with OluKaiFlip Flop Shops, North America's first retail chain exclusive to the hottest brands and latest styles of flip flops and sandals, today announced that it will partner with OluKai this holiday season for its system-wide promotion to spread holiday cheer by. RadioShack Gives Customers More Than 25 Reasons to Shop Before Black FridayBargain hunters searching for the best holiday deals need not wait for Black Friday to get in on the hottest offerings of the season. Gap Inc. Invites Media to Film in Stores to Capture Frenzy of Shoppers in ActionContinuing the tradition of giving shoppers a jump start on their holiday shopping, Gap Inc. today updated its list of Thanksgiving and Black Friday promotions for its five brands: Gap, Banana Republic, Old Navy, Piperlime and Athleta, as well as its... Blockbuster(R) Kicks Off Holiday Season With Nationwide Open House Nov. 19-20, Featuring 'Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3' In-Store TournamentBlockbuster L.L.C. is kicking off the holiday season with lower prices, more convenience and greater value than ever before through its Blockbuster Open House Weekend on Nov. 19-20. RadioShack Launches Free Expert Support for Mobile DevicesRadioShack Corp. (NYSE: RSH), a leading national retailer of innovative mobile and personal technology products, services and accessories, has launched a Mobile Product Support service available at no cost to customers who purchase mobile devices,... Flip Flop Shops Shouts Out a Big Thanks to U.S. Troops: Offers Start-Up Discount to Military VeteransFlip Flop Shops, the only lifestyle retail franchise to capture the essence of the flip flop connoisseur way of life, today announced its support for veterans by providing discounted franchise fees and extensive, ongoing support for qualified military...
Caribou Coffee Knits Joy This Holiday SeasonCaribou Coffee is Making it Merry this holiday season with the launch of its Sweater Maker Facebook App, which allows consumers to dress their Facebook photos in festive holiday sweaters and share them through various social networks. Give the Gift of Snap-on this Holiday SeasonWhether for the serious professional or the do-it-yourselfer, the 2011 Snap-on(R) Holiday Gift Guide offers something for everyone on your holiday shopping list. QR Codes Create a Buzz on Customized Promotional Products From EmbroidMeBeen noticing those funny looking square bar codes popping up everywhere? They are called QR (quick response) codes, and they have opened up a whole new realm of marketing possibilities.
NightOwl's Cheap Tuesday Gets underwayAustralian owned convenience retailer NightOwl is passing great value onto customers with their latest promotion, Cheap Tuesday. GapKids ″I Want Candy″ Campaign Showcases Holiday CollectionBringing the magic and wonder of the holiday season to life, GapKids is launching its ″I Want Candy″ campaign today. Play N Trade to Host Midnight Release for Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3, Biggest Game Release of the YearPlay N Trade franchise stores are hosting midnight releases all over the nation and Canada. There will be a special sneak preview of the game at 10PM before the release time at 12:01AM Baskin-Robbins Stirs Up a New Way to Enjoy the Great Taste of Hot Chocolate With Winter Chocolate Marshmallow Ice CreamThis season hot chocolate has never been cooler. Baskin-Robbins, the world's largest chain of ice cream specialty shops, announces its November flavor, Winter Chocolate Marshmallow, featuring rich hot chocolate flavored ice cream with a whipped cream... Old Navy Unveils Funnovations Inc. - A Magical Tour of Where the Brand's Fun and Quirky Ideas are Born and TestedToday, Old Navy announced that it will unveil a new marketing platform called Funnovations Inc. Pump It Up Challenges Families to Show Off Their 'Happy Feet'In conjunction with the November 8, 2011 release of Happy Feet Two: The Video game, Pump It Up, the nation's largest franchise of indoor inflatable playgrounds, is encouraging families across the country to get moving together - just like the dancing... Build-A-Bear Workshop Introduces Make-Your-Own Erik and Friends from Happy Feet TwoBuild-A-Bear Workshop(R) announced today the arrival of Happy Feet Two characters just in time for the much anticipated animated family comedy adventure Happy Feet Two, in theaters this Novemburr 18. Toys″R″Us(R) Introduces 2011 Holiday Broadcast CampaignToys″R″Us(R) today unveiled its 2011 holiday advertising campaign, including a series of themed television commercials designed to showcase the company Holiday Cheer Officially Arrives As The Great Big Toys″R″Us Book Lands In Newspapers And Mailboxes NationwideToys R Us(R) is delivering toys to the world as The Great Big Toys R Us Book, the ultimate guide for holiday toy shoppers filled with hundreds of deals on today's hottest products, begins to arrive in homes and newspapers nationwide this weekend. Toys″R″US(R) To Offer Its More Than 24 Million Loyalty Program Members, And New Participants, Its Biggest Rewards Ever With 10 Percent Back On Holiday PurchasesToys″R″Us, Inc. today announced it will once again offer 10 percent back on purchases made by new and current members of its loyalty program, Rewards″R″Us(R), this holiday season. Banana Republic and Clos du Bois Winery Unveil Limited-Edition Holiday BottlesThis holiday season, Banana Republic and Clos du Bois Winery will bring cheer to parties, stockings and fireside evenings with the introduction of limited-edition wine bottles adorned with festive labels designed by Banana Republic Creative Director... Matco Tools and LiveWallet Launch The Matco Tools Prepaid MasterCard(R) by LiveWalletTMMatco Tools showed off its newest power tool, the Matco Tools Prepaid MasterCard(R) by LiveWalletTM, this past weekend at the NHRA Arizona Nationals at Firebird International Raceway. Baskin-Robbins Unveils New Cake Bites - Elegant, Ready to Serve Treats in Four Unique and Delicious FlavorsBaskin-Robbins, the world's largest chain of ice cream specialty shops, announces the introduction of its newest culinary creation, Cake Bites, a new taste extravaganza that combines both ice cream and cake in a single serving. EmbroidMe Launches Comprehensive Embroidery ServicesEmbroidery services have a wide spread application and this company offers comprehensive solutions for business as well as personal needs. Trade in or Repair Your Apple ProductsPlay N Trade Franchise, Inc., a franchisor of retail video games stores throughout North America, is pleased to announce a new trade in program for Apple products that include iPhones, iPads and iPod Touches, in exchange for store credit or cash. Season Changes Bring Sweet Shakes to Haagen-Dazs ShopsAs the leaves begin to fall, Haagen-Dazs Shops(R) is shaking things up by introducing two new shake collections, the caramel collection and the chocolate collection, to its menu throughout October.
Get Your Wish on at Build-A-Bear WorkshopThis holiday season, Build A Bear Workshop(R) (NYSE: BBW) is inviting Guests to get their wish on. The Volvo PL3005D is a modern pipelayer for the modern industryThe patented design of the Volvo PL3005D pipelayer represents a major technological advancement when compared to traditional sideboom dozer based pipelayers. International Drycleaning Franchise Giant Martinizing Announces Plan to Reduce Single-Use Plastic Waste With Reusable Garment Bags From The Green GarmentoTMAmerica's largest drycleaning franchise with over 240 stores, Martinizing Dry Cleaners, has a new 'green' initiative: reducing their single use plastic through a partnership with reusable drycleaning bag company, The Green Garmento(TM). Toys″R″Us(R)Offers Customers More Ways To Pay Over Time This Holiday Season With Expanded Layaway And Flexible Payment Options In-store And OnlineToys″R″Us will offer its customers even more convenient, flexible payment options this holiday season, whether they prefer to shop in store or online to purchase this year |
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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