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Ohio Franchise Experts, Michael Creatore and Nick Kerpsack, Predicts Top Earning Franchise Industries for 2014

When most people think of the franchise industry, quick-service food outlets are the first types of franchises to come to mind. In a list provided by Entrepreneur’s 2014 Franchise 500, fast-food chains dominated the franchise industry with over 25% list entries. Frozen Yogurt locations were... - April 03, 2014 - Franchise Direct 1, LLC.

USA Mobile Drug Testing Franchisees Doubled Sales Growth in 2013

USA Mobile Drug Testing invested heavily through 2012 and 1013 to improve the support structure for their franchisees, and it has paid off - franchisee sales have doubled compared to the previous year. “We’ve achieved tremendous growth since we started the company,” said Joe... - April 02, 2014 - USA Mobile Drug Testing

Massage Heights Celebrates 10 Year Anniversary

A simple dream evolves into a larger wellness movement focused on helping people achieve balance and healthy lifestyles. - April 02, 2014 - Massage Heights

Construction Kicks Off Today on Montgomery County-Based RE/MAX Realty Group's Crown Farm Office

RE/MAX Realty Group begins construction on a new office in the Crown Farm development of Montgomery County, MD. This expansion will position RE/MAX Realty Group to expand into one of the hottest real estate markets in suburban Washington, DC. Realty Group currently has 130 agents and will seek to add an additional 60 to its sales force. - April 01, 2014 - RE/MAX Realty Group

Young Entrepreneur Opening Edmonton’s Second Five Star Painting Location

Local ready to bring color to Northwest Edmonton through Five Star Painting franchise. - March 29, 2014 - Five Star Painting

New EmbroidMe Franchise Opens in Yukon

The United Franchise Group (UFG), a $500 million West Palm Beach franchise organization, announced today the opening of an EmbroidMe at 1217A Garth Brooks Blvd., Yukon, OK. - March 28, 2014 - United Franchise Group

Local Spreading Color with Alabama’s First Five Star Painting Location

Five Star Painting franchisee Peter Magnolia bringing professional painting to Birmingham suburbs. - March 28, 2014 - Five Star Painting

Transworld Business Advisors Launches New Location in Northwest Chicago

The United Franchise Group announces that the Transworld Business Advisors in Rolling Meadows, Ill., is now under the ownership of David Burchert, IFA, MBA. - March 23, 2014 - United Franchise Group

New IZON Global Media Franchise Opens on Staten Island

United Franchise Group announces a new IZON Global Media franchise at 1324 Forest Avenue, Suite 258, on Staten Island, under the ownership of local resident Hasaun Grigger. The agency serves not only Staten Island but northern New Jersey as well. - March 21, 2014 - United Franchise Group

China Eb-5 Immigration Through Franchising a Reality with EB-5 Managed Direct Investment

Trade mission to China to highlight brand new proprietary EB-5 managed direct investment. - March 14, 2014 - FranVest Management

EB-5 Investors from China Bring Jobs to USA Thanks to FranVest Management

FranVest Continues to Create American Jobs with Foreign EB-5 Investors. - March 13, 2014 - FranVest Management

CruiseOne Offering Opportunity for Home-Based Travel Franchise

World leading travel retailer, CruiseOne has announced that they are offering business savvy professionals across the nation the opportunity to operate their own home-based travel franchise. The company’s franchise ownership system enables owners to earn 100% of the industry’s highest... - March 13, 2014 - CruiseOne Franchise

New Kitchen Tune-Up Franchise Opens in Burley, Idaho

Kitchen Tune-Up specializes in affordable kitchen updates, and the new business is located inside the Sears Hometown Store at 2338 Overland Ave. - March 12, 2014 - Kitchen Tune-Up

Massage Heights Expands Reach Into Ohio Market

Area Developer plans to develop ten new Retreats over the next three years creating 350 new jobs and generating approximately $24 million dollars impact to local economy. - March 12, 2014 - Massage Heights

Franvest Conducting 11-Day Trade Mission to China

FranVest Continues to Create American Jobs with Foreign EB-5 Investors FranVest Management, creator of the FranVest America Program, is embarking on an 11-day multi-city trade mission to China on the heels of their first successful offering to 33 Chinese investors. The FranVest America Program is... - March 09, 2014 - FranVest Management

NY Bagel Cafe Goes Green

Celebrates St. Patrick's Day with Style - March 06, 2014 - NY Bagel Cafe & Deli

Francorp ME Gears Up for Its Upcoming "Franchise Your Business" Seminar & Workshop

Francorp Middle East will unveil the right technique of franchising through its signature "Franchise Your Business" Seminar & Workshop to be held on March 27 at Jumeirah Beach Hotel, Dubai. - March 06, 2014 - Francorp Middle East

Francorp Client Sloan’s Ice Cream Opens First Franchise Location

It only takes one individual to see the growth, market share and promise in a new franchise opportunity. Francorp Client, Sloan’s Ice Cream, recently opened their first franchise location in Delray Beach, Florida under the direction of David and Debra Olmo. In an interview with FastCasual... - March 01, 2014 - Francorp

Kitchen Tune-Up Names Craig Green as Director of Franchise Development

Kitchen Tune-Up announces the addition of Craig Green to its corporate team as Director of Franchise Development. - February 27, 2014 - Kitchen Tune-Up

Shish Shawerma Offers It’s Highly Profitable Franchise Through Francorp ME

Shish Shawerma, a highly successful Shawerma restaurant is now open to new investors through Francorp Opportunity Portal to accelerate their expansion plans. - February 22, 2014 - Francorp Middle East

New Kitchen Tune-Up Franchise Opens in Medford, Minnesota

Kitchen Tune-Up of Medford, MN is owned & operated by Jimmy Dean Hulgren, and located within the Sears Hometown Store at 6380 W. Frontage Rd, south of the Medford Outlet Center. - February 20, 2014 - Kitchen Tune-Up

Kitchen Tune-Up Recognizes Killeen, Texas Franchise

Kitchen Tune-Up has awarded James Pierce of Killeen, Texas with their National Rising Star Award for 2013. - February 15, 2014 - Kitchen Tune-Up

Locals Join Together to Bring New Painting Franchise to Springfield

Aerospace Engineer, Information Technology Specialist and Nonprofit Director join forces to spread color. - February 14, 2014 - Five Star Painting

Kitchen Tune-Up Recognizes Myrtle Beach Franchise

Kitchen Tune-Up has awarded Myrtle Beach, SC franchise owners Russ & Pat Widmer with their National Customer Service Award for 2013. - February 13, 2014 - Kitchen Tune-Up

IDTELi Announces New Program Launch to Help Hardware Stores Comply with ID Theft Laws

IDTELi's unique turnkey 2-in-1 Compliance Programs includes comprehensive materials and security tools which address compliance for both “Red Flags Rule” and state ID Theft laws. - February 11, 2014 - IDTELi, LLC

Dubai’s First Literary Café BookMunch Franchise Live on Francorp Opportunity Portal

BookMunch Café & Bookshop is now open to new franchise investors through Francorp Opportunity Portal (www.francorpopportunity.com), a sub-site of Francorp Middle East. - February 11, 2014 - Francorp Middle East

The Self Storage Academy Announces Its Spring Dates of March 6-8 in Indianapolis

Self Storage Profits, Inc. has announced the Spring 2014 dates for The Self Storage Academy of March 6-8 in Indianapolis, IN. - February 10, 2014 - Self Storage Profits, Inc.

Transworld Business Advisors Announces New Owner in Bentonville

The United Franchise Group announces that the Transworld Business Advisors franchise in Bentonville, Ark., is now under the ownership of local businessman Jared Thompson. - February 08, 2014 - United Franchise Group

Murphy Business & Financial Corporation Forms Strategic Partnership with the International Franchise Professionals Group

Agreement Creates Opportunities for Business Brokers, Budding Entrepreneurs and Franchise Companies. - February 07, 2014 - International Franchise Professionals Group

Color-Centric Franchise Coming to Lake Oswego

New Owner Michael Ho bringing color to Lake Oswego and Tigard with painting franchise. - February 05, 2014 - Five Star Painting

Color Coming to Chicago Suburbs in the New Year

Local Five Star Painting franchisees Bruce Eiseman and David Wolterink on color call at The Old House New House Home Show. - February 05, 2014 - Five Star Painting

Francorp Opportunity Portal Highlights the Best Franchise Opportunities in the Middle East

Francorp Opportunity (http://www.francorpopportunity.com), a sub-site of Francorp Middle East is the first and only dedicated online franchise portal in the MENA region. - February 03, 2014 - Francorp Middle East

Business Awards Highlight Franchisee Success

Five Star Painting franchisees recognized for yearly success at 2014 Five Star Franchising Conference. - February 02, 2014 - Five Star Painting

Kitchen Tune-Up’s Franchise of the Year Awarded to Chicago Area Business Owners

Kitchen Tune-Up has awarded Chicago area franchise owners, Tom & Rae Dunlap, with its prestigious “Franny of the Year” award. The top honor was presented at Kitchen Tune-Up’s annual convention on January 24th in Tampa, Florida. - January 31, 2014 - Kitchen Tune-Up

Pizza Rustica Expands to Mexico

Pizza Rustica Signs Master Franchise Agreement. - January 29, 2014 - Pizza Rustica

Local Bringing Colorful Franchise to North Richmond

New owner Alan Stephens brings project management experience to lead local painting company. - January 17, 2014 - Five Star Painting

Computer Troubleshooters Listed on Entrepreneur Magazine’s Franchise 500 for 2014

Computer Troubleshooters is included on Entrepreneur Magazine’s Franchise 500 list for the fifth consecutive year. - January 17, 2014 - Computer Troubleshooters

Taco Bueno® Embarks on Company-Wide Remodel Program

71 restaurants to be remodeled by the middle of 2014. - January 15, 2014 - Taco Bueno Restaurants, L.P.

Signarama to Open in Altoona

The United Franchise Group announces the opening of a new Signarama franchise in Altoona, Iowa, under the ownership of local residents Terry Cook and Jon Galloway. - January 08, 2014 - United Franchise Group

New Kitchen Tune-Up Franchise Opens in Austin, Minnesota

Kitchen Tune-Up, a national kitchen & bath remodeling franchise, announces the opening of a new location in Austin, Minnesota. The company specializes in affordable kitchen updates, and the business is located inside the Sears Hometown Store at 1301 18th Ave NW. Earlier this year a partnership... - January 02, 2014 - Kitchen Tune-Up

Kitchen Tune-Up Recognized for Success in 2014 Entrepreneur Franchise 500 List

Entrepreneur Franchise 500 list ranks Kitchen Tune-Up #1 in the Building & Remodeling Category. - December 29, 2013 - Kitchen Tune-Up

A All Animal Control Franchise Celebrates 19 Years

A All Animal Control, one of the largest wildlife management franchises in the U.S. is celebrating its 19th year in business in January. "I'm excited to announce another successful year, our 19th, delivering the most gentle and complete wildlife control from coast to coast," Mark Dotson,... - December 29, 2013 - A All Animal Control

Trends in Franchising with Astreem

In today's context, contingency planning is vital for a company's success. Find out how you can better plan for your company by attending seminars and talks for your industry. Get updated on the latest trends, and if you are in the franchising industry, check out the latest in franchise management at trends in franchising 2014, a seminar held by Astreem Consulting. - December 29, 2013 - Astreem Consulting

Dale Carnegie Tampa Bay Presented by Rick J. Gallegos & Associates, Inc. Wins Dale Carnegie Training's® Top Honors of Millennium Club Award

Dale Carnegie Tampa Bay Presented by Rick J. Gallegos & Associates, Inc. Wins Dale Carnegie Training's® Top Honors of Millennium Club Award - December 14, 2013 - Rick J. Gallegos & Associates

Transworld Business Advisors Launches New Location in Troy

The United Franchise Group announces the opening of a new Transworld Business Advisors franchise in Troy, Mich., under the ownership of local resident Jeffrey Sak. - December 12, 2013 - United Franchise Group

Computer Troubleshooters Named as a Top Franchise Opportunity for Veterans

Franchise Business Review recently named Computer Troubleshooters (CT), the world’s largest IT services franchise, as a top 2013 franchise for United States military veterans. In response, CT is offering a discount of 10% to 20% off the purchase of a franchise for retired or active duty... - December 12, 2013 - Computer Troubleshooters