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Your Franchise General Announcement News SourceFranchise News Watch brings you the latest in franchising general announcement news from around the web. As a news aggregator for the franchise industry, Franchise News Watch streams the latest ground breaking franchise articles, features, guides, blogs, news and more directly to your desktop.  Franchise General Announcement NewsNew Bagel Thin Sandwiches All Less Than 400 Calories EachAs part of its ongoing commitment to provide its customers with healthier meal choices, Einstein Noah Restaurant Group, Inc. (ENRG), the nation's leading fast casual bagel restaurant company, announced bagel thin sandwiches, a new line of lower... $5 Footlong Subs Now At SUBWAY(R) Restaurants Across AmericaAll Day, Every Day - Any Regular Footlong Sub Sandwich for Only $5.00! That outstanding $5.00 value has arrived at participating U.S. SUBWAY® restaurants as the focus of a nationwide limited-time promotion. Complete Nutrition Unveils Complete Toning System Formulated to Enhance Weight Loss ResultsComplete Nutrition, the nation's fastest growing franchise in the retail supplement segment, has announced the launch of CTS360, a complete toning system for both male and female weight loss customers that offers a comprehensive and customizable solution. Weichert.com Earns International Award for Website ExcellenceWeichert, Realtors recently received the Bronze Award in the Real Estate category of the 10th annual International iNOVA Awards competition for its website, Weichert.com. The iNOVA judges concluded that Weichert.com, one of the nation's most visited real Eco-Friendly Refrigerant Ready to Replace FreonHelp save the environment while keeping cool. Running your home's AC unit this summer will not only keep you comfortable, but it can also help save the environment if it contains the latest friendly refrigerant. Edible Arrangements Signs 1,000th New LocationEdible Arrangements, the pioneer and leader in hand-sculpted, fresh-fruit arrangements, recently signed its 1,000th new store franchise agreement, marking a significant milestone for the company. As part of its strong growth in 2010, Edible Arrangements o Jackson Hewitt(R) Launches MyTaxManager, One-Stop Online Resource for Managing Vital Tax InformationAs Americans look for free and convenient ways to store and streamline tax information online, Jackson Hewitt Tax Service® is rolling out a robust new consumer resource right in time for the upcoming tax season. Unique to the tax industry, MyTaxManage Financial Crisis or Media Scam?The headlines screamed doom and gloom as the economy was headed for its worst performance since the 1930's. Operation Finally Home: Building Free Homes for Injured American Veterans Sign Biz(R) Network Accepts the CallAlexander Reyes' boyhood dream of a military career ended when he was hit by an improvised explosive device during a patrol two years ago in Baghdad. "Laying in that hospital bed ... sometimes I felt I'd rather [have] died," Reyes said. "My life came to a Breanne Ashley is Crowned Miss Hooters International 2007 at the Hooters Swimsuit Pageant in Las VegasBreanne Ashley, representing Hooters of Newnan in Georgia, was selected out of over 125 Hooters Girls from around the world to represent Hooters for the next year, as Miss Hooters International 2007. Build-A-Bear Workshop(R) Launches Ultimate Buildabearville.com(TM) SweepstakesGuests who visit Build-A-Bear Workshop(R) from Feb. 15 to March 10 will have the opp-bear-tunity to enter the Ultimate Buildabearville.com(TM) Sweepstakes. Private Party Giants Pump It Up and BounceU `Leap' into New Arenas with Children's Art and Structured Play OfferingsAs many U.S. companies scale back on services, spending and workforces to meet slimmer 2009 budgets, the nation's largest multi-brand franchisor of indoor inflatable playgrounds announced today it has made significant investments to expand consumer... Texas Car Window Tint Law Effective Sept. 1According to a new Texas law that goes into effect today, auto glass installers must apply a vehicle safety compliance label to windows and windshields they tint or they could face a misdemeanor charge and up to a $1,000 fine. Ice Cream Cupcakes Have Arrived at MaggieMoo’s Treateries NationwideMaggieMoo's International today announced the launch of its new ice cream cupcakes- an innovative tie-in to the latest culinary dessert trend sweeping the county. Edible Arrangements Launches First National Television Campaign Targeting MenEdible Arrangements, the pioneer and leader in hand-sculpted, fresh-fruit arrangements, announced today the launch of its 2010 national advertising campaign on January 27, 2010 on ESPN and ESPN2. The campaign marks the first time Edible Arrangements... MaggieMoo's International Celebrates National Ice Cream Month and Spokescow Maggie's Birthday With New Twizzlers(TM) Strawberry Licorice Ice CreamIn honor of National Ice Cream Month and spokescow Maggie's birthday, MaggieMoo's International and The Hershey Company are celebrating with the launch of Twizzlers(TM) strawberry licorice ice cream, now available at MaggieMoo's Treateries. Kids of all ag Freshii Coming To NashvilleDaniel McCarthy and Olivia Sarratt McCarthy moved from Los Angeles to Nashville last year in search of a better quality of life for their family. After a decade in the film industry, they were also looking for a new venture. Chuck E. Cheese's Celebrates 30 Years of SuccessAfter 30 years of successfully evolving the place Where a Kid can be a Kid(R), fun-loving and ever-youthful Chuck E. Cheese, with his timeless staying power, is still the star of the show. To celebrate, the company is offering special 30th anniversary ... BK(R) Kids Meal Toys Bring Action of 'G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra' to BURGER KING(R) RestaurantsBurger King Corp. (NYSE:BKC) kicks off its sponsorship of the action-packed movie "G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra," which hits theaters on Aug. 7. The film marks the third blockbuster teaming of the summer as part of the ongoing marketing partnership...
SUBWAY® Sandwich Chain Removes Trans Fat From its Core MenuThe SUBWAY® restaurant chain, long the leader in offering a healthier alternative to traditionally fatty fast foods, is pleased to announce that it has eliminated all artificial trans fats from its core menu. It Cuts Both Ways: Men and Women Pay the Same at First Choice HaircuttersAccording to a Money magazine survey conducted by Matthew Greenwald & Associates, over half of the adults surveyed with household incomes of $50,000 admitted to at least one kind of money secret or lie. North Carolina Hardee's Franchise and Tar Heels Celebrate Football Wins on 'Tar Heel Tender Tuesdays'North Carolina Hardee's® restaurants want to celebrate every victory with University of North Carolina Tar Heels' fans during the 2010 football season by offering something special on Tuesdays. Every Tuesday this season following a Tar Heel football w Donatos Reinvents Bakery Pizza With Even Bigger TasteDonatos Pizza is re-introducing its Extra Large Bakery pizza to its customers, but this time with an even bolder taste. The new recipe encompasses a reformulated crust and a flavorful three-cheese blend, allowing customers to treat their taste buds to the
RAPID REFILL INK SETS HIGH BENCHMARK IN NEW INDUSTRYExacting Standards, Low Prices, Attention to Environment Set Company Apart in Remanufactured Cartridge Industry Choice Hotels International President & CEO Stephen Joyce Receives 2010 Community Partner Award from ServiceSourceLeading lodging franchisor Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) is pleased to recognize its President and Chief Executive Officer Stephen P. Joyce as the 2010 Community Partner Award recipient from ServiceSource, Inc. for his charitable efforts d
Jackson Hewitt's New Online Discount Shopping Network Offers Deals With Leading Retailers and Chance to Win $10,000With Americans in the midst of the holiday season with a few short weeks to go, they now have a new discount shopping option from an unexpected source. Jackson Hewitt Tax Service® has introduced an online Discount Shopping Network with year round acce InterContinental Hotels Group PLC Annual Financial Report 2009In accordance with the Listing Rules, InterContinental Hotels Group PLC (the "Company") has submitted the following documents to the UK Listing Authority today. These will be available for inspection at the UK Listing Authority's Document Viewing... Jackson Hewitt(R) Reminds Taxpayers 'If You Haven't Received Your W-2 Yet ... You Will Soon!'Millions of Form W-2 wage statements will be arriving in mailboxes between now and early February, a sign to consumers that now is the time to start thinking about taxes. Employers must mail Form W-2s no later than January 31, making this the ideal... 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 Edible Arrangements Experiences Strong Growth in 2009Edible Arrangements, the pioneer and leader in hand-sculpted, fresh-fruit arrangements, has experienced strong growth in 2009 with the opening of 74 new stores and franchise agreements for more than 85 locations in the U.S. and internationally. Gap Inc. Names David Zoba Head Of Corporate Real EstateGap Inc. (NYSE: GPS) today announced David Zoba has joined the company as senior vice president of Corporate Real Estate. In this role, Zoba will work closely with the company's Brand presidents in developing and delivering on the company's commitment... How Do You Roll? Franchise Finds Perfect Niche in Fast Casual Sushi SegmentThe options for sushi in today's world usually lie at one end of the spectrum or the other. You can get high-end, pretentious sushi that requires a long, sit down meal or the stuff from your local grocery store with rock hard rice that probably has...
Qdoba Mexican Grill Introduces New Chicken Mango SaladJust in time for the heat waves of summer, Qdoba Mexican Grill is excited to announce the nationwide rollout of its Chicken Mango Salad. An informal survey conducted on behalf of Qdoba revealed that 87 percent of consumers seek out summer meal options ... Kids Take Over Friendly'sOne of America's leading family restaurant companies today announced a takeover -- a friendly takeover. RetroFitness Franchise Partners with Coca-Cola as its Preferred Beverage SupplierRetroFitness, a leading national fitness chain known for providing great value at a low retro-price, today announced it has signed a three-year preferred beverage agreement with Coca-Cola. $10,000 for Your Thoughts?The days of the customer-comment card are numbered. Today, telephones and the Internet provide customers easy ways to voice their opinions and possibly win cash and prizes. And if you think no one ever wins those things, just ask Kellie Lennon. Carl's Jr.® Awakens Appetites With Smoked Sausage Breakfast Sandwich(TM)Where there's smoke, there's breakfast. Carl's Jr. announced today the newest addition to its sizzling line-up of breakfast favorites: the Smoked Sausage Breakfast Sandwich(TM). The delectable early-day delight boasts a split Hillshire Farm� smoked saus
Gatti's Pizza Re-Opens Belton, TX LocationMr. Gatti's, LP today announced the re-opening of the Belton, TX location under a new franchise agreement with Papanana Enterprises, Inc. New owner Glenn Deringer enthusiastically rejoins the Gatti's Pizza franchise family. After getting reacquainted with Flip Flop Shops Franchise and havaianas Partner for Primo August PromoAs summer comes to an end and the back-to-school season arrives in full-swing, what better way to welcome the fall season than in the most stylish and comfortable, must-have havaianas flips flops. Flip Flop Shops has announced that it is partnering with h
Boutique Toy Store Goes National...offering Children A Brilliant Solution To Ordinary ToysBrilliant Sky Toys & Books announced today that only five years after opening the first store, its successful business model has expanded nationally to introduce families to extraordinary brands and service that can't be found at Big Box retailers. Elevation Burger Opening In New York CityElevation Burger franchisees, Fabian Rosario and John Harris, signed a lease at 103 W. 14th Street in the Union Square area of Manhattan to open their first Elevation Burger restaurant by May, 2010. The 1,900 square foot restaurant will seat 50-60... Jackson Hewitt(R) Four Corner Office Asks: Want a Tax Refund Fast?The Four Corners office of Jackson Hewitt Tax Service(R), encourages tax payers to file early this tax season, especially if they are expecting an income tax refund. On January 15, 2010 the IRS had its season launch of IRS e-file, allowing tax...
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Features & Special ReportsQuick on the Draw: Today's franchise system response must be quick and conciseLinda Shaub is CMO of Interim Healthcare, a network of 332 franchise locations providing medical staffing and in-home care services in 43 states. Anatomy of a Turnaround: Bennigan's Reclaims The Integrity of An IconEveryone loves a good comeback story, and I am honored and humbled to be at the helm of a classic turnaround tale. Growth Machine: Anil Yadav Shows No Signs Of Slowing DownAnil Yadav has graced the pages (and one cover) of Multi-Unit Franchisee magazine twice before. 5 Key Mobile Marketing Strategies for FranchisesFor franchise marketers, mobile marketing is now paramount to a successful online strategy. MarketingSherpa: Marketing Wisdom for 2012In case you missed it (and when it comes to marketing and social media there's plenty to keep up on), MarketingSherpa published its Wisdom Report, "Marketing Wisdom for 2012" earlier this year. Time For Benchmarking: All That's Needed Is The WillI am convinced that someday the franchising community will finally get around to unleashing its biggest competitive strength: unit predictability. Improving the Speed and Effectiveness of Your Responses to ProspectsWe asked two franchise marketing pros what they're doing to provide more timely - and relevant - responses to prospect inquiries. Social Media Roundup - May 2012Here are four reasons local business marketers should continue to use the Yellow Pages. Health-Scare Reform: "There's Still More That We Don't Know Than We Do."Since national health care reform was signed into law in March 2010, it has generated strong reaction from multi-unit franchisees and small-business owners across the nation. The Customer Within: Provide Coworkers With The Best Service PossibleWhen we talk about customer service, we usually think about how we deal with the people who walk through our doors--both physical and virtual--to purchase our products and services. 
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