February 10, 2012
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Your Small Business Franchise Personnel News SourceFranchise News Watch brings you the latest in small business franchising personnel news from around the web. As a news aggregator for the small business franchise industry, Franchise News Watch streams the latest ground breaking franchise articles, features, guides, blogs, news and more directly to your desktop.  Small Business Franchise Personnel NewsColorTyme Hires Michael Landry as Vice President of Franchise SalesMichael Landry has joined the ColorTyme organization as vice president of franchise sales. BookKeeping Express Announces New Executive Level Hire for National Franchise Advisor PositionBookKeeping Express, the nation’s only franchise focused solely on offering certified bookkeeping services, announced today the appointment of Rocco Rinaldi as National Franchise Advisor. Sbarro Names Dynamic, New Management Team to Lead Company’s Growth InitiativeThe Board of Directors of Sbarro, Inc., a leading Italian quick service restaurant company, today announced that James Greco, 54, has been named President and Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately.
American Staffing Association (ASA) Elects Jeffrey Burnett to its 2012 Board of DirectorsLabor Finders International, Inc., the United States oldest and largest privately held industrial labor temporary staffing company is proud to announce that the American Staffing Association (ASA) has re-elected Jeffrey Burnett, LFI’s CEO and... Aaron's, Inc. Adds New Vice President of Real Estate and ConstructionAaron's, Inc. (NYSE: AAN), announced today that Jeannie M. Cave has been hired as the Company's new Vice President of Real Estate and Construction.
Aaron's Elects Cynthia N. Day to Board of DirectorsAarons, Inc. (NYSE: AAN), a lease to own retailer specializing in the sales and lease ownership of residential furniture, consumer electronics, home appliances and accessories, announced today that Cynthia N. Day has been elected to its Board of...
BrightStar Franchising Names Chuck Bailey PresidentBrightStar 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 Chuck Bailey as President PODS Jacksonville Hires Zac Aleman as New Sales ManagerPODS of Jacksonville recently named Zac Aleman as their new sales manager. Aleman is responsible for developing and cultivating relationships with residential and commercial moving and storage clients and overseeing customer service operations for the... Cookies by Design Promotes Jack Long to CEO and PresidentCookies by Design, known as "the original cookie bouquet™ company," today announced the promotion of Jack Long, franchise owner and operator, from executive vice president to chief executive officer and president of the national organization, effect Spring-Green Lawn Care Announces Promotions, New HiresSpring-Green Lawn Care has hired Aaron Gieser to join the corporate office and has promoted Harold Enger, Brian Kish, RJ Krone and Gwen Pothier-Ward. New SIGNARAMA Ownership in Smithfield, NCSIGNARAMA, the world's largest sign franchise, announces local residents Jim and Dolores Thorpe are the new owners of the Smithfield store at 721-5 North Brightleaf Boulevard. The store opened under their ownership on September 19. Cartridge World Names Hal Hott Vice President of North America OperationsCartridge World, the world leader in printer cartridge refilling, has named Hal Hott as the Vice President of North America Operations. Hott will oversee all field operations of the North American Cartridge World franchise system. New Sign A Rama Ownership in RiverheadThe United Franchise Group (UFG), a $500 million West Palm Beach franchise organization, announces the new ownership of the Riverhead Sign A Rama store at 721 E Main St. under Osama Botros and Adriana Garcia. BrightStar Group Holdings, Inc. names Brian Schnell COOBrightStar Group Holdings, Inc. announces the addition of Brian Schnell as Chief Operating Officer and Chief Legal Officer, and Kevin Pignone as Vice President of Field Support. Newly Expanded Corporate Team in Place at Weed Man USAOn the heels of its continued growth into the United States Weed Man, North America's leading lawn care franchise company, has added new faces to the corporate team and is expanding into a larger office to assist in the company Aaron's, Inc. Announces Departure of Chief Executive OfficerAaron'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 for personal health reasons Robert C.... Glass Doctor(R) Names New PresidentMark Liston has been named President of Glass Doctor, following the recent resignation of Mark Dawson. Colortyme Names Cathy Skula President And CEOColortyme, America’s oldest franchisor of independently owned-and-operated rent-to-own stores, today announced the appointment of Cathy Skula to president and CEO, effective January 1, 2012. Third Generation Walker Joins Screenmobile Franchise BusinessScreenmobile, the country's leading mobile window and door screen repair and replacement franchise today announced that Dillon Walker has joined his father, Scott and grandfather Monty Sr., in the family business. Dillon purchased Screenmobile #164 in Bel Play N Trade Names Jeff Broviak Vice President of Brand StrategyPlay N Trade Franchise, Inc., one of the fastest-growing franchises worldwide, today announced that retail video game expert Jeff Broviak has been named to fill the newly-created position of vice president of brand strategy...
Cartridge World Appoints Tom Fricke as Chief Executive OfficerCartridge World, the world's fastest growing ink and toner refilling retailer and franchisor in the $80 billion printer cartridge industry, announces the appointment of Tom Fricke as Chief Executive Officer. Miracle Method Names Charlie Kerr Chief Operating OfficerMiracle Method, the clear cut quality leader in surface refinishing and the nation's largest with more than 125 franchises nationwide, has named Charlie Kerr its Chief Operating Officer. Kerr will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations of the
GNC Proudly Welcomes Nora Tobin as the Newest Member of the GNC LiveWell TeamGNC Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: GNC), a leading global specialty retailer of nutritional products, is pleased to announce that Nora Tobin, competitive beach volleyball athlete, NASM-certified professional trainer, yoga instructor and upcoming author, has joined Craters & Freighters Franchise Company Names Rick Robinson Chief Operating OfficerCraters & Freighters, the national leader in specialty shipping with 67 locations nationwide, has named Rick Robinson as Chief Operating Officer. GNC Names Robert M. Kral as Senior Vice President of MerchandisingGeneral Nutrition Centers, Inc. today announced the appointment of Robert M. Kral as Senior Vice President of Merchandising. In that position, he will report directly to Beth Kaplan, President and Chief Merchandising and Marketing Officer.
"Transitioning" from One Senior Care Concept to Another: Caring Transitions Franchise Names John F. Buckles PresidentCaring Transitions, the only North American franchise to specialize in relocation and transition services for Seniors, announced today that it has named John F. Buckles as its president to help grow the brand, which fills a critical gap in... Money Mailer Announces New Executive TeamMoney Mailer, a quality leader in the $62 billion direct mail industry since 1979, has announced its new executive team that has been developed to increase national accounts, brand awareness and an overall newly structured marketing organization. LabXpress(TM) Names Angelen VanDaele as Director of Sales and MarketingLabXpress(TM) today announced that Angelen VanDaele has been named Director of Sales and Marketing for its nationally expanding organization. Angie will oversee the rapid sales growth of LabXpress™, expand marketing programs for the company, and adv
Cartridge World Names Joy James Senior VP of Business DevelopmentCartridge World, the world's fastest growing ink and toner refilling retailer and franchisor in the $60 billion printer cartridge industry, announces the appointment of Joy James as senior vice president of business development.
Salad Creations Names John M. King Vice President Of MarketingSalad Creations, a national franchise offering a fresh alternative to fast-food for today's healthy lifestyle, is pleased to announce the appointment of John M. King, a 30-year restaurant industry veteran, as its vice president of marketing. Cartridge World Names Bill Edmiston Chief Development OfficerCartridge World, the world's fastest growing ink and toner remanufacturing retailer and franchisor, announces the appointment of Bill Edmiston as Chief Development Officer. George Spowart appointed chief marketing officer of PODSPODS Enterprises, Inc., a national leader in the moving and storage industry, recently appointed George Spowart as chief marketing officer (CMO) at the company's corporate headquarters in Clearwater, Fl. Aaron's, Inc. Acknowledges John Portman for Years of Board ServiceAaron's, Inc. (NYSE: AAN), a lease-to-own retailer specializing in the sales and lease ownership of residential furniture, consumer electronics, home appliances and accessories, announced today that John C. Portman has resigned from its board of... Card Connection Selects New Franchise Manager for South EastLeading greeting card publisher and franchisor, Card Connection, has today announced that it has selected a new franchise manager, Scott Gibson, for the South East region, covering Leicester to London, plus East Anglia and Sussex.
Marco's Pizza Names Peter Wise, Veteran Marketing Executive, Former Ohio Resident and Bowling Green Grad, to Marketing VPMarco's Pizza, founded here 29 years ago and home of the Ah! Thentic Italian Pizza, has named Peter Wise, a 24-year domestic and international marketing veteran, to the position of marketing vice president. Dave Crisalli Named President of Massage Envy Franchising, LLCSentinel Capital Partners has named Dave Crisalli as President of Massage Envy -- the pioneer and national leader of professional, convenient and affordable massage and spa services. Crisalli, who has served as COO of Massage Envy since 2004, recently ass Cartridge World Names Frank Case President of Cartridge World AmericasCartridge World, the world leader in printer cartridge refilling, has named Frank Case as President of Cartridge World Americas. Previously Cartridge World's Vice President for North America, Case will lead Cartridge World's franchise business in the Unit
Snap Fitness Announces Wes Winnekins as Chief Financial OfficerSnap Fitness, the world's fastest-growing franchisor of state-of-the-art 24/7 express fitness centers, announces the appointment of Wes Winnekins as Chief Financial Officer (CFO). |
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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