May 22, 2012
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Specialty Franchise General Announcement News

RetroFitness Franchise Partners with Coca-Cola as its Preferred Beverage Supplier

RetroFitness, 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.

RetroFitness Opens New Location in Toms River

RetroFitness, a leading fitness concept known for providing great value at a low retro-price, today announced the opening of its newest located in Toms River Mall at 1214 Rte 37 East in Toms River.

Kidville

Kidville Franchise Inks Deal to Open Two Locations in Miami, Florida

Kidville - named 'best of' by New York Magazine and given a five star "extraordinary" customer rating in The Lila Guide: New Parent Survival Guide- has announced it has signed a development agreement to open two Kidville locations in Miami, Florida. Kidvi

VALPAK

Valpak Franchise Returns to Quebec; Further Expansion Planned Across Canada

Valpak, the most recognized direct mail brand in the U.S., has signed an Area Development agreement with a Quebec-based company that has offices in Montreal and the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). The company will eventually bring the blue Valpak...

The Entrepreneur's Source®

The Entrepreneur's Source and AdviCoach Named to the 2011 AllBusiness "AllStar Franchise" Rankings

AllBusiness has named FranchisEsource Brands International's (FSBI) The Entrepreneur's Source® and AdviCoach® to its third annual "AllStar Franchise" rankings. The comprehensive listing spotlights the nation's top 300 franchise companies.

RetroFitness Recruits Independent Clubs on East Coast

RetroFitness, a national gym concept known for providing great value at a low retro-price, is rescuing independent club operators. As part of its national growth strategy, RetroFitness is offering to support gym owners struggling in today's tough economy

Investors "Shape Up" Portfolios with RetroFitness(R) Franchise

RetroFitness has the "workout regimen" for today's investors.

RetroFitness Opens New Location in Buckhead

RetroFitness, a leading fitness concept known for known for providing great value at a low retro-price, today announced the opening of its newest location in Two Buckhead Plaza at 3050 Peachtree Rd. NW in Atlanta, next to Seasons 52.

VALPAK

"The Ellen Degeneres Show" Announces An Exclusive 50th Birthday Invitation To Her Very Own Party

Ellen and Valpak invite 44 million households in the U.S. and Canada to win a chance to celebrate a milestone when Ellen turns 50 in January Ellen will reveal the lucky winner live on the air on November 28

VALPAK

Valpak and eDeals.com Partner to Offer Printable Coupons for Local Services

Now in a boon for online shoppers, Valpak and eDeals.com have partnered to enable printable, local coupons at eDeals.com, the premier online coupon and deal site offering consumers an unmatched combination of savings and value.

AdviCoach®

Business Advisers International (BAI) Recognized As Rising Star In Entrepreneur Magazine's Top 50

Las Vegas, NV - Just 18 months after its launch, Business Advisers International (BAI) lands firmly in the "Franchise 500" ranking and as one of the "Top 50 New Franchises for 2007" by Entrepreneur Magazine

Adam & Eve Stores

Adam & Eve Retail Stores Double Numbers!

Adam & Eve Stores, the retail division of adult industry giant Adam & Eve, is pleased to announce it has doubled its number of franchise stores in the past two years.

The Entrepreneur's Source®

The Entrepreneur's Source(R) Named to 2010 'Hot 100 Franchise List'

The Entrepreneur's Source (TES), the leading career and business coaching company with more than 230 offices in the United States and Canada, has been ranked 10th among all franchises on the RedHotFranchises.com 2010 "Hot 100 Franchise List...

Kidville

Kidville Announces Ten Year Development Deal to Open 100 Locations in India with Kwakids Learning Private Limited

Kidville named 'best of' by New York Magazine and given a five star "extraordinary" customer rating in The Lila Guide: New Parent Survival Guide- has announced it has entered into a 10 year development deal to open 100 locations in India with Kwakids Lear

Coverall Health Based Cleaning System

Janitorial Franchise Owner Turns Inventor with Back-Saving Doorstopper

After many years in the commercial cleaning business, Coverall Cleaning Concepts Franchise Owner Robert Duff had recurrent aches and pains from bending over every time he had to use a doorstopper to prop a door open.

Adam & Eve Stores

Adam & Eve Announces Summer Sale!

Adam & Eve, America's number one source for all things erotic, is pleased to announce its "Summer Sale" starts June 30!

Sandler Training

Sandler Training Offers Free Sales Training Resources For Non-Profit, Small Business and Start-Up Firms

The latest census figures indicate that economic growth is fueled in part by small businesses, start-ups and non-profit organizations. Unfortunately, when companies first start out, or rely primarily on volunteers, they often don't have the capital to inv

Decor&You®

Royal Design Advice for the Average Connecticut Home

As summer days lounging on the patio wind down this September, do half-decorated rooms and tired décor make you dread the long winter indoors?

VALPAK

During tough times, Valpak coupons help consumers save, businesses attract new customers

Every month, 45 million households across North America open their mailboxes to find the familiar blue envelope from Valpak.

VALPAK

Valpak Sales Training Receives National Honors

Valpak, one of North America's leading direct marketers, was presented with a Stevie award at the second annual Selling Power Sales Excellence Awards in Las Vegas on December 6.

The Entrepreneur's Source®

The Entrepreneur's Source Anounces An Invitation No Franchisor Should Refuse:

The sheer pace of professionals making the move to entrepreneurship is extraordinary. Millions are creating new businesses for themselves at a tempo surpassing even last decade's tech boom (Kauffman Index of Entrepreneurial Activity).

The Entrepreneur's Source®

Executives Embark on Second Careers in Tough Economy

For many people, searching for the next career move in today's rocky economy can be likened to pulling teeth. As more and more companies are being forced to tighten their budgets and cut staff - as in the recent loss of positions in the financial...

The Entrepreneur's Source®

TES Ranks in the Franchise 500 For Seven Consecutive Years As Market Domination Continues

The Entrepreneur’s Source (TES) continues to be the standards-setter for career coaching as it’s once again honored by Entrepreneur Magazine ranking it in the Franchise 500 for 2007.

VALPAK

Valpak(R) of Portland helps businesses, consumers survive tough economy

When Shawn Hebert started working at Park Shuttle N Fly as general manager four years ago, he sought to implement fresh marketing strategies that would bring in new business and make a significant difference within his Portland airport parking company. Lu

Retrofitness Experiences Record Franchise Growth with Revival of Pop Culture Blast from the Past

Retrofitness, an awe-inspiring workout destination that offers exercisers an affordable "escape" experience that flashes back to the 1980s, is rapidly gaining muscle in the $15.9 billion fitness industry, hitting the 60-unit mark within its first year...

RetroFitness Opens New Location in Manassas

RetroFitness, a leading fitness concept known for providing great value at a low retro-price, today announced the opening of its newest located in Sudley Plaza at 11714 Sudley Manor Dr in Manassas.

Adam & Eve Stores

Adam & Eve Rolls With Business Shift

Adult industry powerhouse Adam & Eve is seeing a significant shift from offline to online sales. While it is pleased to announce its website, Adamandeve.com, set a new one week sales record in February, the traditional...

VALPAK

New owner announced for Valpak(R) of Minneapolis/St. Paul

Valpak(R), one of North America's leading direct marketing organizations, announces Rand Gottlieb has acquired Valpak of Minneapolis/St. Paul.

VALPAK

Valpak(R) Franchise Helps Businesses, Consumers Survive Tough Economy

After spending more than 15 years in broadcasting as a vice president and general manager at various television and radio stations, Western Massachusetts resident Fred Steinman decided it was time to start his own business. So in 2004, he purchased Valpak

Planet Beach Contempo Spa

Planet Beach Franchise Selects 2011 Ms Planet Beach International Spokesmodel

A graphic design student from West Virginia will be the 2011 international spokesmodel for Planet Beach Contempo Spas, the world's largest day spa franchise.

Coverall Health Based Cleaning System

Coverall Cleaning Concepts' Peter Sheldon Recognized by Trade Group

Coverall Cleaning Concepts announced today that Peter Sheldon, the company's Vice President of Operations, has been awarded Certified Building Service Executive status by the Building Service Contractors Association International.

Christian-Based Commercial Cleaning Franchise Shines in Bleak Economy

Office Pride, Inc., the nation's most admired commercial cleaning franchise, founded by popular author and entrepreneur Todd Hopkins, is wiping through the recession with record revenues. During the past two quarters, the 105-unit franchise system...

VALPAK

Valpak(R) Helps Businesses, Consumers Survive Tough Economy

When Peter Janssen, owner of the computer repair and service stores BytesOnsite.com, heard about Valpak earlier this month, he was apprehensive about the direct mail brand's effectiveness. "Who uses coupons," he thought. To his surprise, however, thousand

The Entrepreneur's Source®

Market-Leader The Entrepreneur's Source Joins Forces With Business Partner

With the business consulting and coaching market expected to reach over $156 billion in 2007*, current market leader The Entrepreneur's Source, (TES) (www.EsourceCoach.com) is taking another bite out of the market share by merging with Business...

HART Health Franchise System Expands to Meet Demand

HART Health, an industrial first aid supply franchisor, is expanding its franchise system this year and has hired Jeff Brandli for the role of Sales Performance Director to manage the growth of new franchise units.

The Entrepreneur's Source®

The Entrepreneur's Source Coach, Cedric Ferrell, Honored as Business Person of the Year In California Chamber

The Orange County Black Chamber of Commerce in California has selected Cedric Ferrell, a business coach for The Entrepreneur's Source, as "Business Person of the Year."

VALPAK

Valpak(R) announces sale of Houston owned and operated location

Valpak Direct Marketing Services, Inc., located in Largo, FL, announces the sale of Valpak of Houston owned and operated market has been finalized today to Gene Adelson, the current owner of Valpak of Tarrant County (Fort Worth, Texas), and his...

VALPAK

Greg Bicket Named President of Cox Target Media

Greg Bicket has been named President of Cox Target Media, provider of the familiar blue Valpak savings envelope. Bicket has served as interim president since November 2008.

Planet Beach Contempo Spa

Planet Beach Contempo Spas Franchise Pioneers New Markets in Egypt

Planet Beach Contempo Spas has opened its first of several automated day spa franchises in Cairo, Egypt, catering to increased demand for affordable day spa and relaxation services in Africa and the Middle East.

Firehouse Subs

Firehouse Subs(R) Franchise Announces 19 New Restaurants in Cincinnati, Ohio

Firehouse Subs®, founded by firemen and renowned for hearty, oversized portions and piping hot subs, announced today the signing of an Area Representative (AR) development agreement in Cincinnati, Ohio totaling 19 restaurants.

The Entrepreneur's Source®

The Entrepreneur's Source Expands Services

A new international agreement signed by The Entrepreneur's Source (TES) will make it easier for American franchise companies to now award business units and sell their products and services in the Gulf Region.

VALPAK

Valpak(R) Franchise Features The Martha Stewart Show's Move to Hallmark Channel

The iconic daytime television series, The Martha Stewart Show is moving to Hallmark Channel starting Sept. 13, and leading direct marketer, Valpak, is putting the word out to 40 million households.

The Entrepreneur's Source®

Local Business Coach Opens Doors to New Career Paths

For 8 years, David Cox brought his leadership, managerial and business development skills to Bolection Door, which he co-founded before selling it to the largest door manufacturing company in the country. Now, he has joined forces with The...

AdviCoach®

Coaching Career Opportunities Abound in North Carolina

With many believing that the small-and-medium-size businesses will lead the national economic recovery, seasoned corporate executive Kale Gaston has taken on a new mission – to ensure the good health of the small businesses community in the state of

Decor&You®

Global Design Trends Set by Decor and You

Quality, diversity, higher standards and globalization are the top design trends driving industry professionals according to international design legend Mary Gilliatt of Decor&You who was a featured speaker at the July World Market Center in the...

Firehouse Subs

Firehouse Subs(R) Continued Steady Growth in 2009

Firehouse Subs(R), founded by firemen and renowned for hearty, oversized portions and piping hot subs, announced today the company experienced solid growth across the country in 2009 with the opening of 38 new restaurants.

The Entrepreneur's Source®

The Entrepreneur's Source Ranks as one of the Top Home-Based Businesses by Entrepreneur Magazine

The Entrepreneur's Source, TES for the second year in a row, is once again being recognized by Entrepreneur Magazine as one of the top home-based franchises for 2009. TES, also ranked #266 in the Top Franchise 500 list, is a market-leader in the...

AdviCoach®

AdviCoach Says Understanding Online Marketing Strategies Is Critical to Positioning a Business for Growth

There is no way around it. Technology is changing our lives whether we choose to embrace it or not -- both personally and professionally. According to AdviCoach®, business owners can benefit greatly when they understand how to take advantage of many of t

VALPAK

Valpak(R) Partners with "Who Wants To Be A Millionaire" on "You're In The Hot Seat Home Game"

Valpak(R), one of the leading direct marketing companies in North America, and the hit game show "Who Wants To Be A Millionaire" has announced the launch of the "You're In The Hot Seat Home Game." The scratch-card promotion will offer...

VALPAK

'Be Your Own Design Star' with Valpak(R) and HGTV Summer Sweepstakes

Valpak(R) will deliver more than great values when it features the competition-based show HGTV Design Star and offers consumers and viewers the chance to win the "Be Your Own Design Star" $5,000 HGTV Design Star room makeover sweepstakes.


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Features & Special Reports

Quick on the Draw: Today's franchise system response must be quick and concise

Linda 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 Icon

Everyone 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 Down

Anil Yadav has graced the pages (and one cover) of Multi-Unit Franchisee magazine twice before.

5 Key Mobile Marketing Strategies for Franchises

For franchise marketers, mobile marketing is now paramount to a successful online strategy.

MarketingSherpa: Marketing Wisdom for 2012

In 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 Will

I 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 Prospects

We asked two franchise marketing pros what they're doing to provide more timely - and relevant - responses to prospect inquiries.

Social Media Roundup - May 2012

Here 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 Possible

When 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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