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Original Two Maids Franchise Sees Massive Growth, Revenue Doubles Since First Year

In 2013, local Tampa couple Jaime and Wes Kulaga pursued their dream of starting a business and opened Collegiate Cleaning of Tampa. With an abundance of drive and ambition, but no experience running a service-based business, the Kulagas experienced some growing pains early on and were eager to... - January 29, 2016 - Two Maids & A Mop

Yext Selects Mr. Marketing as an Exceptional Story for Its Prestigious Partner Showcase

Mr. Marketing has been featured in Yext’s prestigious Partner Showcase, where the company will serve as an example of how best to utilize the industry-leading tools and services Yext provides. Mr. Marketing was selected for this recognition as a result of the SEO and marketing company’s intelligent, optimized use of the Yext platform, in addition to its passion for helping clients succeed in their local markets. - January 18, 2016 - Mr. Marketing

On the Move Corporation Ends Year with Opening of Convenience Stores/Gas Stations in Royal Palm Beach, Florida

On the Move Corporation (“OTM”) announced today that it had entered into leases to operate two convenience stores/gas stations in Royal Palm Beach, Florida on under the On the Move brand. This announcement comes on the heels of the company's previous press release stating the completion... - January 18, 2016 - On the Move Corporation

Tampa Bay Dale Carnegie Franchisee Ranked Best in the Training Business

Dale Carnegie Training® has recognized Rick J. Gallegos & Associates, Inc.’s outstanding professional performance for 2015 with the organization’s Millennium Club Award. The award was given at their Annual Convention in Scottsdale, Arizona. Recipients include franchises with the... - January 14, 2016 - Rick J. Gallegos & Associates

Taco Bueno Continues to Expand in Colorado Springs

Taco Bueno opens third Colorado Springs location at Dublin & Tutt Boulevards. - January 14, 2016 - Taco Bueno Restaurants, L.P.

SuperiorOps Consulting Releases January 2016 Edition of “Straight from the CEO”

Michael Lister, former CEO of Jackson Hewitt , Speaks About the 7 Keys to a Winning Franchise - January 11, 2016 - SuperiorOps Consulting

International Franchise Advisory Services Continues Global Expansion for U.S. Commercial Real Estate Brand

The international franchise sales firm facilitated the opening of the first Mexican Franchise location for Sperry Van Ness International Corporation, a commercial real estate brokerage franchisor. - December 17, 2015 - International Franchise Advisory Services

Bourne Leader

"Bourne" actor Tom Gallop takes on a leading role in Hollywood’s alternative landscaping efforts as water conservation reaches a critical level. - December 16, 2015 - Turfscape

On the Move Corporation Signs Exclusive 12 Year Development Deal with Iconic Restaurant Brand Stewart’s to Bring 250 Locations to the State of Florida & Georgia

On the Move Corporation (“OTM”) and Stewart’s All American Corp announced today the signing of an exclusive development agreement. The 12 year agreement calls for the development of 250 Stewart’s locations exclusive to On the Move convenience stores, throughout the States of... - December 15, 2015 - On the Move Corporation

Entrepreneurs and Business Owners Pack Turfscape Booth at West Coast Franchise Expo

Big crowds gather at Turfscape booth to discuss the future of alternative landscaping solutions. - December 04, 2015 - Turfscape

BirthdayPak Franchisee Spotlight

Congratulations to Lorie and Megan, who are the focus of this month’s BirthdayPak Franchisee “Spotlight.” - December 03, 2015 - BirthdayPak

International Franchise Advisory Services Facilitates Canadian Expansion for U.S. Commercial Real Estate Brand

The international franchise sales firm assisted in establishing the first Canadian franchise location for Sperry Van Ness International Corporation, a commercial real estate brokerage franchisor. - November 16, 2015 - International Franchise Advisory Services

Benchmark Painting & Carpentry Announces New Launch of Its National Franchise Program

Painting and carpentry company creates national franchise system for contractors. - November 06, 2015 - BPC Franchising, Inc.

GUSTO Supports End-to-End Encryption with Mercury

GUSTO, a nationwide leader in enterprise point of sale technology for the fast-casual marketplace, announces a direct integration with Mercury Payment Systems, a Vantiv company (NYSE: VNTV), supporting their end-to-end encrypted solution with tokenization. This marks the beginning of a partnership... - October 29, 2015 - Gusto

AT&T Authorized Retailer Opens NJ Location

The Wireless Experience Opens Second Toms River Location. - October 29, 2015 - The Wireless Experience

IFPG Announces Emerging Franchise Membership

New program gives members access to expert guidance, ongoing education - October 23, 2015 - International Franchise Professionals Group

Blow and Drive Interlock Corp (BDIC) Now Approved in 7 US States for DMV or Court Mandated Use by DUI Offenders as Part of Their DUI Education Program

Authorities in 7 US States have approved the BDI-747 Alcohol Ignition Interlock Device that is required by the Department of Motor Vehicles or Court to be installed in the vehicle of most DUI offenders, including first time DUI offenses. The BDI Model 747 has passed all the requirements in the following 7 US States. California, Oregon, Texas, Arizona, Kentucky, Oklahoma and Tennessee. - October 22, 2015 - Blow & Drive Interlock Corporation

Stratus Building Solutions of Nashville Honored with IFA Franchisee of the Year Award

Stratus Building Solutions Regional Master Franchise Owners David Smith and Ed Lease of Nashville, TN were Presented IFA's Annual Franchisee of the Year Award in Washington, DC this week - October 08, 2015 - Stratus Building Solutions

Local HVAC Company Receives Aire Serv President’s Award

Aire Serv of Huntsville, owned by Scott and Denise Taylor, earned the Aire Serv President’s Award at the 2015 Dwyer Group International Conference held Aug. 30-Sept. 2, in Austin, Texas. The corporate president of Aire Serv picks the recipient of the President’s Award. This honor is... - October 08, 2015 - Aire Serv of Bull Run

TaskitPro Releases New Job and Task Management Feature Package

RACI Change Manager announces a new feature package for its TaskitPro software and mobile application. - September 29, 2015 - Taskitpro

Diana Rodriguez-Zaba Graduates from Crain’s Leadership Academy’s Inaugural Class

When Diana Rodriguez-Zaba began her business, ServiceMaster Restoration by Zaba 5 years ago in an office the size of a closet, she had big dreams. This ambitious Chicago native is one of the largest franchise owners in Illinois a recent graduate of this fall’s inaugural class of Crain’s Leadership Academy, a division of Crain’s Chicago Business along with 43 other senior leaders. - September 25, 2015 - ServiceMaster Restoration by Zaba

RoyaltyStat Unveils New, Responsive Website

RoyaltyStat, the industry leader in providing royalty rates for transfer pricing compliance, purchase price allocation, intellectual property valuation, and due diligence connected with litigation, business development, and mergers & acquisitions, announces its updated website. - September 23, 2015 - RoyaltyStat

ClickTecs Designed Site Takes Top Spot in the 1851 Franchise Magazine’s Franchise Development Website Awards

Mississauga-based company ClickTecs has earned the top spot in the 1851 Franchise Magazine’s Development Website Awards for a franchise website that they created Mosquito Joe Franchising LLC. www.mosquitojoefranchise.com Each year the magazine awards spots to the top 40 franchise websites... - September 16, 2015 - ClickTecs

Paramount & Co. Installed Nine Large Frames at the Cleveland Browns Stadium Using Tensioning Solutions Banner Stretching System

Tensioning Solutions announces the installation of nine large frames at the Cleveland Browns Stadium by Paramount and Co. These eight 22’ x 42’ outdoor frames and the 310’ by 10’ Food Court banner were installed using the TS32 aluminum extrusion. - September 15, 2015 - Tensioning Solutions

Right Cars Vehicle Rental Ltd Today Announced That It's to Commence Car Rental Services in Hungary

Right Cars Vehicle Rental Ltd today announced that it is to commence car rental services in Hungary from the 1st October 2015 as part of its ongoing massive expansion plans. - September 07, 2015 - Right Cars Vehicle Rental Ltd

Manny & Olga’s Pizza Continues Franchise Expansion with Two New Locations

Delivery and carry out concept Manny & Olga’s Pizza just announced openings of two new stores in the Washington, DC areas of Hyattsville, MD, and Woodridge, DC. The roll out of the two new locations is part of a larger plan of franchise expansion for Manny & Olga’s Pizza. The... - September 06, 2015 - Manny & Olga's Pizza

Always Best Care® Expands with 3rd Senior Care Franchise in Maryland

Always Best Care® Senior Services, one of the leading senior care franchise systems in the United States, today announced that it has awarded its newest and 3rd franchise in Maryland. - August 28, 2015 - Always Best Care

BirthdayPak Expands Delivery to Texas

BirthdayPak announces expansion into Texas with new franchisee Shauna Tucker, owner of the BirthdayPak Franchise of Dallas/Fort Worth. - August 22, 2015 - BirthdayPak

Poolwerx on a Roll with Acquisitions in the USA

Troy Hazard, one of the world’s most in demand franchise and business speakers, has become one of the founding shareholders of the American arm of the world’s largest pool and spa maintenance network, Poolwerx. - August 20, 2015 - Troy Hazard International

International Franchise Advisory Services Launches International Franchise Sales Efforts for U.S. Senior Care Brand

The international franchise sales firm will assist in the global expansion of Seniors Helpers, an elderly care franchisor. - August 20, 2015 - International Franchise Advisory Services

New Kitchen Tune-Up Franchise Opens in Portland, Maine

Kitchen Tune-Up announces a new franchise location in Portland, Maine. - August 08, 2015 - Kitchen Tune-Up

RACI Announces New Task and Job Management Application TaskitPro

Technology Company RACI Change Manager announced today the launch of its Android and iPhone applications for the trades and services industry which enables greater efficiency in managing in-house and remote teams via a management desktop and mobile application. Director and CEO Mike Carew said the Taskitpro application will be of great advantage to any business where task and job management is critical to business success. - August 07, 2015 - Taskitpro

Taco Bueno to Open Second Restaurant in Colorado Springs

New Garden of the Gods location follows record-breaking opening at N. Academy - August 06, 2015 - Taco Bueno Restaurants, L.P.

Athena Learning Centers Opens Two Corporate-Owned Centers in Arizona; Hires Heidi Manoguerra as Educational Director in Region

Full-service K-12 education programs in Chandler and Gilbert will support students in math, reading, writing, science and exam prep. - August 04, 2015 - Athena Learning Centers

Badger Truck Center Appoints Christine Duncan Marketing Manager

Badger Truck Center, a family owned commercial truck dealership, has announced the appointment of Chris Duncan as Marketing Manager. Based out of Milwaukee, Duncan will handle marketing strategy and development. “We are excited to have Chris join our company,” says Craig Punak, Service... - August 04, 2015 - Badger Truck Center

New Five Star Bath Solutions of Regina Franchise Owner Ready to Deliver Quality Customer Service

Local Entrepreneur Enters Home Services Industry, Acquires Five Star Bath Solutions Franchise. - August 03, 2015 - Bath Solutions

Merrymeeting Group’s Franchise Brands Recognized by Entrepreneur Magazine as Leading Affordable Investment Opportunities in 2015

Merrymeeting Group’s franchise brands including Computer Troubleshooters, CPR Cell Phone Repair and Sunbelt Business Brokers, appear on Entrepreneur Magazine’s August 2015 list of 87 Business to Start for Less than $50K. - August 01, 2015 - Merrymeeting Group

Fix Auto Announces 10 New Franchise Additions

Fix Auto USA has announced the addition of ten new franchise locations, bringing the organization’s franchise total to 75. This continued growth provides further evidence that the organization of high-performing independently owned and operated collision repair facilities remains focused on... - July 22, 2015 - Fix Auto USA

Townapps Launch 46 New App Locations in North America

Townapps, world leaders in the area of app development for towns and local communities is proud to announce the release of 46 turn-key travel guide apps for small, vibrant towns and cities across Canada and the United States. Available for free download, users can access up-to-date local news... - July 10, 2015 - Townapps

Bath Solutions Expanding in Ontario with Quinte and Kingston Franchise Locations

Local Bath Solutions installers become franchise partners. - June 18, 2015 - Bath Solutions

South Beach Tanning Company Celebrates Grand Opening in Port Jefferson, NY

Ribbon cutting ceremony welcomes new Devoted Creations exclusive salon chain. - June 14, 2015 - Devoted Creations

National Franchise Sales Completes Fosters Freeze Sale

National Franchise Sales (NFS) is pleased to announce completion of the sale of the Fosters Freeze franchise system. Fosters Freeze is an 82 unit fast food/ dairy concept boasting California's original soft serve desserts. Fosters Freeze International, LLC, (Buyer) is led by Kishan Patel a... - June 13, 2015 - National Franchise Sales

elements group Acquires American Spa Company

Miami-based elements group expands spa and leisure holdings; Industry Veteran Renata de Abreu named Executive Director. - June 13, 2015 - elements®

Smart Business Broker Inc. Introduces the First Ever Zero Fee EB-5 Visa Option

Smart Business Broker helps EB-5 visa investors get their EB-5 visas in a safe manner by investing in Genuine Direct Investment Businesses. - June 13, 2015 - SmartBusinessBroker.com

Franchising Training Available to Veterans at the 2nd Annual Maryland Military and Women Veteran Business Conference

VetFran will host a Franchising workshop for the 2nd Annual Maryland Military and Women Veteran Business Conference. VetFran is one of leading resources for transitioning soldiers, veterans and veteran spouses entering the franchising industry. Its mission is to provide access and opportunities in... - June 05, 2015 - DPN Group, LLC

Desiree L. Strong Joins Gordon Sykes as Partner