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Tropicalaser Laser Hair Removal Franchise Goes International
Tropicalaser announced that they will be opening several centers in Canada and Mexico in 2012. - January 20, 2012 - Tropical Laser Inc.
Studica Australia Location Opens for Business
Studica, Inc., the education source for software and technology products, has opened a new location to service Australia and New Zealand. The office will be located in Coffs Harbour NSW, Australia. The focus of this store will be providing technology and educational software to teachers, students,... - January 19, 2012 - Studica
WSI Franchise Opens a Master Franchise Office in Switzerland
World’s Largest Digital Marketing Franchise Works to Expand Its Online Advertising Services Across Western Europe. - January 18, 2012 - WSI
New Sign A Rama Ownership in Riverhead
The Sign A Rama in Riverhead, NY is under new ownership and is set to open January 17, 2012. - January 18, 2012 - United Franchise Group
Merrymeeting, Inc. Acquires Geeks On Call from On Call Holdings International
Geeks On Call is a national, franchised services organization providing professional IT solutions to small business and residential customers throughout the United States. - January 14, 2012 - Geeks On Call
The Crystalline Grid Releases Inexpensive Next Generation WiFi Superspots for Long Range Point-of-Sale Internet Access, Video Security, and Internet Telephony
The Crystalline Grid introduces NetBeacon™, a low-cost WiFi “superspot” that provides point-of-sale Internet access, Video Security, and Voice over IP (VoIP) over a distance that automatically grows up to a quarter-mile at every installation...with as little as a single Internet connection. This is introduced in conjunction with MobileDVR™, which turns any Android™, iPhone™, or iPad™ into a live video monitoring device with remote storage and text message event notification. - January 12, 2012 - The Crystalline Grid
New EmbroidMe Ownership in Muncie
Announcing the new ownership and new location of the EmbroidMe store in Muncie, Indiana. - January 12, 2012 - United Franchise Group
Ground-Breaking Technology Takes Business Planning to a New Level
For the first time ever entrepreneurs can now use the ground-breaking 1-Click Submit to Investors® technology when creating their business plan or financial forecasts as part of the www.BusinessPlanWhiz.com business plan software program. Being an entrepreneur has always been an ideal for many... - January 11, 2012 - Business Plan Whiz
International Franchise Solutions Now Working with Immigration Lawyers to Bring Needed Foreign Business Investment to American Shores
International Franchise Solutions (IFS), an industry leader in franchise development based in Mesa, continues its crusade of aiding American economic stimulus and recovery by working with top immigration lawyers to bring E2 Visa buyers, business developers, and believers in the American way of doing business to our shores. - January 05, 2012 - Franchise Growth Systems
Leading Indoor Air Quality Franchisor Earns Accolades in 2012 Franchise 500
AdvantaClean named among fastest growing and best home-based franchises. - January 05, 2012 - AdvantaClean Systems
Bottle & Bottega Announces Sale of Its First Franchised Location and Seeks More Savvy Professionals to Provide a Cool Alternative to a Typical Night Out
The Wine & Art Party Creators Expand to the Denver, CO Market - January 04, 2012 - Bottle & Bottega Inc.
A All Animal Control’s Certified Wildlife Professional 2012 List
A All Animal Control is pleased to announce the names and locations of AAAC’s Certified Wildlife Professionals for 2011. A All Animal Control has 36 locations, providing 23 states with the most complete and humane wildlife control service available, while working to preserve the balance... - January 01, 2012 - A All Animal Control
Woody’s Bar-B-Q® Trims the Fat for the Benefit of Franchisees and Patrons Alike
National Southern Bar-B-Q Franchise Repositions Itself as a Fast Casual Concept Boasting Smaller Restaurants and Tighter Operations - December 23, 2011 - Woody's Bar-B-Q
New SIGNARAMA Franchise Opens in Pewaukee, Wis.
A new SIGNARAMA store opened December 6, in Pewaukee, Wisconsin, at 601 Ryan St. - December 16, 2011 - United Franchise Group
Nurse Next Door Signs First U.S. Franchise Locations
Senior home care franchise set to open in Oregon and Colorado. - December 15, 2011 - Nurse Next Door Home Care Services
Franchise Growth Systems and Zoyo Neighborhood Yogurt Announce Franchise Opportunities
Franchise Growth Systems and Zoyo Neighborhood Yogurt present a truly exciting opportunity to run a quality (and very popular) “froyo” business, and have fun in the process of becoming financially independent. - December 15, 2011 - Franchise Growth Systems
New EmbroidMe Franchise Opens in Barboursville, West Virginia
The United Franchise Group (UFG), a $500 million West Palm Beach franchise organization, announced today a new EmbroidMe store at 6349 Rt. 60 E, Suite 4A (in the plaza with Papa John’s), Barboursville, WV, under the ownership of local resident Shane Day. The store will open in early December,... - December 11, 2011 - United Franchise Group
ActionCOACH North Carolina Recognizes BusinessRICH Graduates - Class of November 2011
ActionCOACH congratulates local business owners who have successfully completed BusinessRICH and are ready to take their businesses to new heights in 2012. - December 11, 2011 - ActionCOACH North Carolina
Jeff Drazan’s Private Equity Firm, Bertram Capital Featured as a Top Performing Buyout Fund in PitchBook Data, Inc. Analysis
Bertram Capital, founded by Jeff Drazan was recognized by PitchBook Data, Inc. as a top performing buyout fund in a recent analysis of 67 US based 2006 vintage buyout funds with investments in the B2C sector. Bertram Capital’s first fund, Bertram Growth Capital I ranked #1 overall in TVPI and... - December 08, 2011 - Bertram Capital
FranchiseHelp Infographic: Franchises and the Economy
New Infographic by Industry Analysts FranchiseHelp.com Reveals True Impact of Franchising on the U.S. Economy - December 06, 2011 - FranchiseHelp Holdings LLC
New EmbroidMe Franchise Opens in Decatur
The United Franchise Group (UFG), a $500 million West Palm Beach franchise organization, announced today a new EmbroidMe store at 2526 C Danville Road SW, under the ownership of local residents Kerrie and Terry Hoffner. Before becoming EmbroidMe franchisees, the Hoffners were running a small... - December 03, 2011 - United Franchise Group
New EmbroidMe Franchise Opens in Daytona Beach
The United Franchise Group (UFG), a $500 million West Palm Beach franchise organization, announced today a new store at 1808 W. International Speedway Blvd. in Daytona Beach, under the ownership of local resident Diahann Kramer. Before becoming an EmbroidMe franchisee, Kramer was an account... - November 30, 2011 - United Franchise Group
Franchise Growth Systems and Eggfast™ Announce New Franchise Opportunities
Franchise Growth Systems (FGS) and EGGFAST™ are happy to announce a partnership which is creating unique franchise opportunities throughout the United States. - November 30, 2011 - Franchise Growth Systems
New SIGNARAMA Ownership in Smithfield, NC
SIGNARAMA, 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. Before becoming a SIGNARAMA franchisee, Jim Thorpe was an IT... - November 30, 2011 - SIGNARAMA
UFG Opens New SIGNARAMA in Smithfield, NC
The United Franchise Group (UFG), a $500 million West Palm Beach franchise organization, announced today 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. Before becoming a SIGNARAMA... - November 30, 2011 - United Franchise Group
SIGNARAMA Celebrates 25 Years of Sign, Advertising and Branding Solutions
Cutting Edge Technologies and Personalized Service Continue to Propel World's Largest Sign Franchise - November 25, 2011 - SIGNARAMA
New SIGNARAMA Franchise Opens in Nashville, TN
United Franchise Group (UFG), a $500 million West Palm Beach franchise organization, announced today that a new SIGNARAMA has opened at 95 White Bridge Road, Nashville, TN under the ownership of local resident Nick Snow. The new store will host a grand opening and open house Friday, December 2 from... - November 23, 2011 - United Franchise Group
New Plan Ahead Events Franchise Opens in Southbank
The United Franchise Group (UFG), a $500 million West Palm Beach franchise organization, announced today a new Plan Ahead Events is open at Southbank, Melbourne under the ownership of local resident, Robyn Rogalski. Prior to becoming a Plan Ahead Events franchisee, Rogalski spent seven years in... - November 23, 2011 - United Franchise Group
New SIGNARAMA Franchise Opens in Reisterstown
The United Franchise Group (UFG), a $500 million West Palm Beach franchise organization, announced today a new SIGNARAMA store at 11630 Reisterstown Road in Reisterstown, MD, under the ownership of local resident Rob Dahne. Before becoming a SIGNARAMA franchisee, Dahne had spent 25 years making... - November 23, 2011 - United Franchise Group
Franchise Growth Systems Announces Financial Assistance Program for Qualified Franchise Candidates
Franchise Growth Systems (FGS) announces its new franchise financial assistance program for qualified franchisee candidates. Candidates can defer a portion of the up-front franchise fees – for either single-unit or regional territories – with our “financial aid” program, which will increase the opportunities for faster franchise ownership, and on potentially easy terms. - November 17, 2011 - Franchise Growth Systems
Stratus Building Solutions Offers New Franchise Website
Easier navigation, SEO benefits and additional features enhance user experience for www.stratusclean.com. - November 17, 2011 - Stratus Building Solutions
Dennis Harvey of Franchise Growth Systems Announces Great New Franchising Opportunities
Franchise Growth Systems (FGS) is pleased to announce that Dennis Harvey is their Franchise Development Advisor in Tennessee. - November 16, 2011 - Franchise Growth Systems
North American Bancard of San Diego Finds New Home in La Jolla, CA
It's official, Mr. Jesse Segura, National Director of Sales, has confirmed that North American Bancard of San Diego (www.SanDiegoNAB.com) has relocated its offices to La Jolla, CA. - November 15, 2011 - North American Bancard of San Diego
Bay Area Based Mr. Pickle’s Inc. Catches a Wave Into Surf City USA
Third Southern California Mr. Pickle’s Sandwich Shop Opens in Huntington Beach - November 14, 2011 - Mr. Pickle's Inc.
Wildlife Management Company Shows Appreciation for Veterans Year-Round
A All Animal Control's Corporate Office shows their appreciation year-round for the sacrifices Veterans have made and as a result have been named a Military Friendly Franchise for the fourth year in a row. Many Veterans and those transitioning from military to civilian life are having a hard time... - November 12, 2011 - A All Animal Control
Stratus Building Solutions in USA TODAY for 50 Top Franchises for Minorities
Stratus Building Solutions appears in USA TODAY for NMFI's 50 Top Franchises for Minorities with over 5,000 franchisees and with 93% minority participation. - November 10, 2011 - Stratus Building Solutions
Play N Trade to Host Midnight Release for Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3, Biggest Game Release of the Year
Play N Trade Franchise Inc, the largest video game franchise worldwide, is excited to host midnight releases for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3, November 7th at select locations across the nation and Canada. - November 05, 2011 - Play N Trade Franchise, Inc.
Bottle & Bottega Announces Premier Social and Corporate Events Franchise Opportunity Seeks Savvy Professionals to Provide a Cool Alternative to a Typical Night Out
Bottle & Bottega, a premier corporate and social event business that creates fun and unique artistic experiences, announced today that it is offering franchise opportunities for qualified professionals throughout the US. Combining multiple forms of hands-on art instruction from Studio Artists... - November 04, 2011 - Bottle and Bottega, Inc.
Denver Wildlife Management Office Reaches 10-Year Milestone
In October, A All Animal Control of Denver owners, Todd and Kelly Grose, signed the papers to renew their franchise contract for another ten years. The Grose’s bought the A All Animal Control Denver office in October 2001; providing service to Aurora, Denver, Boulder, Littleton, Centennial,... - November 04, 2011 - A All Animal Control
Play N Trade to Attend the Franchise and Business Opportunities Expo
Play N Trade Franchise, Inc., the fastest growing video game franchise worldwide, is excited to announce that not only will it be attending the 2011 Franchise and Business Opportunities Expo in Columbus, Ohio, But Play N Trade will also be hosting a Discovery Day for those that want to learn more... - November 03, 2011 - Play N Trade Franchise, Inc.
Liquid Nutrition Begins Expansion in North America by Selling Out Two Territories in Canada
(TSX: LQD.V and LQD.WT), a health hybrid concept that provides functional beverages, food, vitamins and supplements all under one roof for customers to consume on-the-go from all walks of life, confirms the first set of franchise locations in Toronto and British Columbia, Canada, have sold out. - November 03, 2011 - Francorp
1-800-GOT-JUNK? Founder Launches Second Home-Services Company
New venture in the painting industry has gone from 1 to 6 franchises in a few short months and is on track to hit goal of 50 locations by the end of 2012. - November 02, 2011 - 1-888-WOW-1DAY! Painting
ApplicantSafe Announces Innovative Drug Testing Technique as Part of Its Multi-Service Business Model
Franchise Growth Systems (FGS) partnered earlier this year with ApplicantSafe, a franchisor of leading-edge background checking agencies, who are announcing a new paperless drug testing feature this week at the Health Care Association of New Jersey’s annual Tradeshow in Atlantic City. - October 30, 2011 - Franchise Growth Systems
Edmonton South West Awarded 2011 Nurse Next Door Franchise of the Year Award
4th Annual Nurse Next Door Franchise Conference closes with awards program. - October 29, 2011 - Nurse Next Door Home Care Services
Nurse Next Door Initiates Five New Members Into Founders Club
Recognizing franchise locations with $1 million + in annual sales. - October 29, 2011 - Nurse Next Door Home Care Services
Play N Trade Brings the Ultimate Video Gaming Experience to O’Fallon, Missouri
Play N Trade Franchise, Inc., one of the fastest-growing video game franchises, has a new store in O’Fallon, Missouri, bringing the ultimate gaming experience to town. - October 28, 2011 - Play N Trade Franchise, Inc.
Jim Palzewicz Will Show You How to Get More Referrals in Your Business
Wisconsin Based ActionCOACH is a featured speaker at 2012 Business Excellence Forum - October 26, 2011 - ActionCOACH
EmbroidMe Recognized in Franchise Times "Next 100" Ranking
World’s largest embroidery franchise recognized among all top franchise systems worldwide - October 24, 2011 - EmbroidMe
Charter Fitness Customers Can Now Join and Manage Accounts On-Line
Charter Fitness teams with ABC Financial to offer online member services. - October 23, 2011 - Charter Fitness
American Louvered Roof Systems Extends Patio Cover Dealership Program
The expansion of the National Master Dealership program is in direct response to the increasing popularity of its adjustable patio cover pergolas, as well as, the overall increasing market for home outdoor renovations and improvements. - October 22, 2011 - American Louvered Roof Systems