May 22, 2012
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Your Franchise Media Coverage News SourceFranchise News Watch brings you the latest in franchising media coverage 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 Media Coverage NewsGap Unveils Its North American Casting Call FinalistsAfter a coast-to-coast search to find the brightest babies and kids, Gap revealed the 20 finalists now competing to be the winners of its sixth annual North American Casting Call contest. Garbanzo Mediterranean Grill Attending ICSC REConDenver-based Garbanzo Mediterranean Grill, a fast-casual restaurant concept offering authentic tastes of the Mediterranean, is attending the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) RECon. Sign & Graphics Franchise to Exhibit at National Business Media Show in DallasFASTSIGNS International Inc., the worldwide franchisor of FASTSIGNS® sign and graphics centers, will be exhibiting at the upcoming National Business Media (NBM) Show in Dallas, May 10 – 12, 2012. FranNet Releases Franchise Success Rate StatisticsFranNet, a national network of franchise consultants that helps aspiring entrepreneurs achieve franchise ownership, has released a detailed survey of the success and failure rates of franchise businesses.
Don Henley And Martin Short Lend Their Talents In Support Of 2012 Toys"R"Us Children’s Fund Gala, Helping To Raise $5 Million For Kids In NeedApproximately 1,300 leaders and influencers from the toy and juvenile products industries joined together last night to celebrate the 2012 Toys"R"Us Children’s Fund Gala in New York City.
Tony Roma’s Celebrates 40 Years Of Steak, Baby Back Ribs And Much MoreTony Roma’s celebrates 40 years of serving world famous steaks and ribs. In 1972, Tony Roma opened “Tony Roma’s” in North Miami, Florida. The Maids Offers Tips on Refreshing the Laundry RoomSummer traditionally begins on Memorial Day even though the calendar doesn't acknowledge a seasonal change until June. The day signals numerous transitions, including moving those heavy, dark winter clothes out of the closet and replacing them with...
Edible Arrangements' Tariq Farid Named 2009 Entrepreneur of the YearToday, Edible Arrangements(R) President and CEO Tariq Farid was honored by the International Franchise Association as its "Entrepreneur of the Year" during its 49th annual convention being held in San Diego. IFA's Entrepreneur of the Year Award is...
RE/MAX Metro Chicago Real Estate Network’s Hot Air Balloon Program Visits Mozart Elementary School in City’s Logan Square Area on May 23The RE/MAX Hot Air Balloon will pay a visit to Mozart Elementary School, 2200 N. Hamlin Ave. in the Logan Square neighborhood of Chicago on May 23.
Release of the National Travel and Tourism Strategy:Release of the National Travel and Tourism Strategy: Hubert Joly, president and chief executive officer of Carlson, issued the following statement. Heads up! Super Bowl XLVI Coin Toss Lands on ‘Heads,' Giving Free Papa John's Pizza to MillionsHey America, are you ready for some free Papa John's pizza. Superior Walls Supports Crawford, NY Project for Extreme Makeover: Home EditionWhen the Korpai family of Crawford, N.Y. woke up this morning, they had no idea they'd never sleep in their beds again. After being greeted by the cast of ABC-TV's popular show, Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, the Korpais learned they were going to get a
Mosquito Squad Mosquito Eliminator Dread Skeeter Speaks Out Against Pre-Marital BuggingThe Mosquito Squad mosquito eliminator, has expressed his concern by retelling the tale of a newly married couple who made that mistake. Bennigan's Employee Honors Fallen Soldier With Facebook MemorialHannah Hobbs, an employee of Bennigan's Borger, TX restaurant, has recently sparked the national restaurant chain to create awareness and help raise funds for the families of U.S. military personnel and wounded warriors. Falling Home Prices, Rising Rents Spell Opportunity for Real Estate InvestorsWith home prices declining for the sixth straight month, according to The Standard & Poor's/Case-Shiller home-price index, and rents continuing to rise, it's an ideal time for investors to take a hard look at the single family homes for rental market. Sunbelt Business Broker Ken Demske Completes Sale Of Franchise BusinessKen Demske, a senior business broker with the Milwaukee office of Sunbelt Midwest, completes sale of a franchise lawn care business in Milwaukee. The transaction was completed without bank or seller financing.
In-Home Care Company Answers Part of Government’s Plan for War on Alzheimer’sThe federal government recently launched the new National Alzheimer’s Plan to find a cure for Alzheimer’s disease by 2025. OFFICE 1 Master Franchisees Conference 2012The OFFICE 1 annual Global Conference took place on April, 27th in Rome, Italy. Play N Trade Announces Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 Tournament Participants Are Competing for a 2012 Jeep PatriotPlay N Trade Franchise Inc., a franchisor of video game retail stores, is excited to host an international Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 tournament at Play N Trade stores in the U.S. and Canada. Rhea Lana’s Celebrates National Small Business WeekRhea Lana’s Franchise Systems, Inc. wants to acknowledge the accomplishments of women in entrepreneurship. Women business owners have helped increase economic growth, improve productivity, and increase the employment rate.
Majority of Americans Polled Fail National Alzheimer’s QuizIt may hit you and your siblings when you visit Mom this Mother’s Day. She’s not as sharp as she used to be - very forgetful and confused. Is it just old age or Alzheimer’s? You suddenly feel panicked and scared…but you’re.. EagleRider Lists Their Top Motorcycle Friendly Food Spots in USEagleRider, the world
Budget Blinds CEO Chad Hallock to Appear on Undercover BossOn Friday, April 13 (8:00-9:00 PM ET/PT), Chad Hallock, CEO of Budget Blinds, steps up to the plate! Give Dad the Gift That Lasts: Snap-onFrom hand tools and power tools to an assortment of specialty tools and tool storage units, the Snap-on Father's Day Gift Guide has an array of gift ideas for Dad.
Hooters Regional Swimsuit Contest Finals at ICON LA Ultra LoungeGet ready for the hottest event of the summer – and it isn't the wings! 17 Hooters locations in Southern California, Washington & Oregon are sending their Hooters Girls to compete in the swimsuit contest regional finals at ICON LA Ultra Lounge. Kiddie Academy Recommends Beginning Summer Camp Selection Process NowClaire Haas, vice president of education for Kiddie Academy, an educationally focused child care provider, says parents should act now to select and register their children, before popular camp programs fill up. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK(R) Moving Company Ranks 15th In Nation for Top Franchisee SatisfactionTWO MEN AND A TRUCK(R), the largest franchise moving company in North America, announces it placed 15th on Franchise Business Review's list of the Top 50 Large System Franchises as ranked by franchisee satisfaction. Mosquito Squad Warns: You Better Be Protected before You Get MarriedMosquito Squad, the mosquito eliminator, advises that protection is the best course of prevention to stop mosquito bites from stopping the fun at outdoor weddings, special events, pool parties, barbecues, family reunions and everyday outdoor living. Houston Franchise Group Named Twin Peaks Franchisee Of The YearHouston brothers Joe, Ricky and John Rosa and close family friend, Andrew Thomas, have been named Franchisee of the Year by Twin Peaks Restaurants and will be recognized on Sept. 13-14 at the International Franchise Association's (IFA) Public Affairs Conf
Gov. Haley Officially Declares May As Teacher Appreciation Month in South CarolinaSouth Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley today joined South Carolina Future Minds, founding sponsor Bojangles’ and other supporters of public education to officially declare May as Teacher Appreciation Month in South Carolina.
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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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