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Francorp Highlights the Modern Day Franchisee
New franchise concepts are emerging at a rapid pace with franchisors seeking qualified individuals to become franchisees. These concepts bring a variety of opportunities for prospective franchisees that range from gender specific franchisee requirements to the age specific franchisee. - October 24, 2013 - Francorp
Woof Gang Bakery Unleashes Ninth Central Florida Store
This New Breed of Neighborhood Pet Store is Located in Apopka - October 23, 2013 - Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming
Merrymeeting Group Partners with CPR Cell Phone Repair
Merrymeeting Group and CPR Cell Phone Repair announced a company partnership on October 15, 2013. CPR Cell Phone Repair, the pioneer and fastest growing wireless technology franchise in the United States, formed a company partnership with Merrymeeting Group, a Cleveland-based firm with a portfolio of service-based franchise concepts. - October 17, 2013 - Merrymeeting Group
Woof Gang Bakery Unleashes New Pet Retail Store and Grooming Location in Wellington, Florida
This New Breed of Neighborhood Pet Store is the First Location in Wellington and the Company’s Fourth South Florida Location. - October 09, 2013 - Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming
Transworld Business Advisors Launches New Location in Cross Plains
The United Franchise Group announces the opening of a new Transworld Business Advisors in Cross Plains, Wis., under the ownership of local resident Tom Wankerl. - October 09, 2013 - United Franchise Group
Francorp Clients Celebrate Lasting Successes
Through the last few years have taken a toll on the economy, and many industries. Franchising has still seen growth since the rescission, and some Francorp clients have a lasting success even through it all. Some large success stories that have made headlines may surprise a few readers. The... - September 29, 2013 - Francorp
New EmbroidMe Ownership in Naperville
The United Franchise Group announces the opening of a new EmbroidMe franchise in Naperville, Ill., under the ownership of local residents Angie & Doug Winslow. - September 29, 2013 - United Franchise Group
New EmbroidMe Franchise Opens in Virginia Beach
The United Franchise Group announces the opening of a new EmbroidMe franchise in Virginia Beach, Va., under the ownership of local residents Stephanie and Scott Bryant. - September 27, 2013 - United Franchise Group
WSI World Wins 5 Standard of Excellence Recognitions in the Web Marketing Association’s 2013 WebAwards
WSI Achieves a Total of 40 WMA WebAwards Since 2007. - September 25, 2013 - WSI
New Empowerkit eBook Shows 79% of Franchisees Struggle with Web Marketing
New eBook shows franchisees lack corporate strategy and provides key insights for improvement. - September 23, 2013 - Empowerkit
Transworld Business Advisors Launches New Location in Bismarck
The United Franchise Group announces the opening of a new Transworld Business Advisors franchise in Bismarck, N.D., under the ownership of local resident Fred Koenig. - September 21, 2013 - United Franchise Group
Sunbelt Expands Business Brokerage Services Into the Greater Seattle Area
Sunbelt®, the place to go to buy or sell a business®, is pleased to welcome Kirk Edwards and Randi Edwards to the network. The Edwards’ effective partnership brings decades of business ownership and business brokerage experience to their new co-branded venture as franchise owners of Sunbelt Seattle/KR Business Brokers. - September 20, 2013 - Sunbelt Business Brokers
Sunbelt Opens Regional Business Brokerage Office in New Bern, NC
Sunbelt's Alex Frelier is looking forward to advising “middle market” businesses throughout North Carolina and to serving the regional “main street” business community in key area cities like Greenville, New Bern, Kinston, Havelock, Washington, Edenton, Goldsboro, Wilson, Rocky Mount and Roanoke Rapids. - September 19, 2013 - Sunbelt Business Brokers
Sunbelt Expands Operations Into North Dakota
Sunbelt®, the place to go to buy or sell a business®, is pleased to welcome Todd Fry to the network. The new Sunbelt office is in the process of opening and will be located in Fargo, North Dakota’s largest city and the retail, cultural and industrial hub of the region. - September 14, 2013 - Sunbelt Business Brokers
New SuperGreen Solutions Franchise Opens in Oceanside
New Supergreen Solutions Store to offer “One-Stop Shopping” for Energy-Efficient Products - September 12, 2013 - United Franchise Group
Solar Maid Adds Several Island Locations
Solar Maid continues expansion of service locations to several island communities including Puerto Rico, HI and the Virgin Islands. - September 08, 2013 - The Solar Maid Company
WSI World Honors Excellence Among Its Consultants at the 2013 Global Convention Gala Awards Ceremony
World’s Largest Digital Marketing Network Recognized 12 Consultants at Its Annual Awards Ceremony in Toronto, Canada. - September 05, 2013 - WSI
Woof Gang Bakery, Your Neighborhood Pet Store, Grows in Palm Beach County with Three New Stores
Woof Gang Bakery franchise expands in Palm Beach County. - September 05, 2013 - Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming
Nine Francorp Clients Make the QSR 50
Francorp’s clients continue to receive recognition as industry leaders setting the pace for other franchise concepts to follow. Recently, QSR Magazine released a report breaking down the top 50 quick-service and fast-casual restaurants within these respective industries. In the report,... - September 05, 2013 - Francorp
Transworld Business Advisors Launches New Location in Rolling Hills Estates
The United Franchise Group (UFG), a $500 million West Palm Beach franchise organization, announced today a new Transworld Business Advisors is now open in Rolling Hills Estates, Calif. - September 05, 2013 - United Franchise Group
WSI World Launches First Book “Digital Minds: 12 Things Every Business Needs to Know About Digital Marketing”
WSI Experts Author First Book, Bringing Industry-Proven Expertise to Businesses Looking to Enhance Their Digital Presence. - September 04, 2013 - WSI
WSI World’s Digital Marketing Consultants Convene at the 2013 Global Convention in Toronto
Guest Speakers, Google and LinkedIn, Joined WSI Digital Marketing Consultants in Toronto, Canada for its Annual Global Convention. - September 03, 2013 - WSI
Kitchen Tune-Up Announces 23 New Franchise Locations Serving New Jersey, Pennsylvania & Delaware
Kitchen Tune-Up, a national kitchen and bath remodeling franchise, announces the opening of 23 new locations across New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Delaware. Kitchen Tune-Up partnered with Sears Hometown and Outlet Stores, Inc. earlier this year, and the new franchises are located within existing... - September 01, 2013 - Kitchen Tune-Up
LunchBOX (a Waxing Salon) Awards First Franchise in Idaho
LunchBOX (a Waxing Salon), known since 2010 for its viral brand that happily encourages all to “Bare Your Beauty,” announced today it has awarded its first franchise in Eagle, Idaho, as part of an expansion plan to add 24 locations across several franchisees in other affluent,... - August 30, 2013 - LunchBOX (A Waxing Salon)
UFG Opens New SIGNARAMA Franchise Opens in Germantown, MD
United Franchise Group announces the opening of a new SIGNARAMA franchise in Germantown, Md., under the ownership of local resident Greg Utterback. - August 21, 2013 - United Franchise Group
BDP Pioneers in Offering IT Supplier Management Service in Eastern Europe
Business Data Processing Ltd (BDP) is an independent IT consulting company, operating in Eastern Europe (primarily Belarus and Lithuania). With more than 10 years of experience in the IT Outsourcing industry in Eastern Europe, BDP has a unique understanding of how to execute a software development project for global customers so it achieves success. - August 21, 2013 - BDP
Maral Kilejian Named to the Forum on Franchising Diversity Caucus Steering Committee
Mullin Law, PC, a premier commercial law firm nationally recognized in the area of franchise law, congratulates Maral Kilejian on her recent appointment to the six-member Steering Committee of the American Bar Association (ABA) Forum on Franchising Diversity Caucus. The mission of the Forum on... - August 15, 2013 - Mullin Law, P.C.
Two Dominant Players in the Hospitality Industry have Partnered Up
Bevintel, a leading profit control and revenue enhancement company and Bevchek, a successful draft beer control system have joined forces. Bevintel, the leading hospitality profit solution company and Bevchek the leading draft beer quality monitoring company announced today that they are... - August 15, 2013 - Bevintel
Investment Community is Feasting on Francorp Clients
The Private Equity and Merger and Acquisition market is feasting on franchise companies that Francorp has developed. - August 14, 2013 - Francorp
Asset Inventory is Key Document to Protect Business Assets
The book, "A Business Guide to Asset Inventory," discusses the many reasons for this business document, and tips to create and maintain yours. - August 06, 2013 - Nationwide Inventory Professionals LLC
Research Reveals Effectiveness of Franchisee Pre-Entry Education
Prospective franchisees that complete pre-entry franchise education are more likely to buy a franchise and experience greater levels of satisfaction than people who don’t, according to new research from Griffith University, Australia. - August 02, 2013 - Asia-Pacific Centre for Franchising Excellence
Transworld Business Advisors Launches New Location in St. Charles
The United Franchise Group announces the launch of a new Transworld Business Advisors franchise in St. Charles, Ill. - July 27, 2013 - United Franchise Group
New IZON Global Media Franchise Opens in Irvine
The United Franchise Group announces that a new IZON Global Media Franchise opened in Irvine, Calif. - July 25, 2013 - United Franchise Group
Go Mini's Hires Franchise Development Salesperson
Go Mini’s looking for rapid expansion of franchises across North America and beyond. - July 24, 2013 - Go Mini's Moving & Portable Storage
Asset Inventory Certification Program Now Led by Industry Professionals
Founders of Nationwide Inventory Professionals assume ownership and control of national industry certification program. - July 24, 2013 - Nationwide Inventory Professionals LLC
Wildlife Control and Removal Business Opens in Madison WI
Brian Williams, a longtime resident of Madison, WI, realized his dream of opening his own wildlife control and removal business on July 15, 2013. Williams, owner of A All Animal Control of Madison, WI, developed a passion for hunting and fishing early in his life. With the support of his family,... - July 24, 2013 - A All Animal Control
National Inventory Certification Association Announces New Ownership
A certification program must grow and remain aligned with the needs of the industry. New ownership is often the best avenue to achieve that growth. - July 18, 2013 - Nationwide Inventory Professionals LLC
Martial Arts School Tackles Real Community Issues
NMAL's Kumite Fightclub Expanding Nationwide Through Franchising - July 14, 2013 - The National Martial Arts League
EDGE BOARDSHOP and Franchise Beacon Join Forces
EDGE BOARDSHOP of Dana Point, CA and Franchise Beacon of Irvine, CA form an alliance to launch a new retail franchise concept. - July 12, 2013 - Franchise Beacon LLC
New SIGNARAMA Ownership in Raynham
The United Franchise Group announces a new owner for its SIGNARAMA store in Raynham, Mass. - July 11, 2013 - United Franchise Group
Woof Gang Bakery Raleigh Reopens with a Makeover and New Owners
Neighborhood Pet Supply Store and Grooming Franchise Caters to Raleigh Area’s Health-conscious Pet Owners and Pampered Pups. - July 07, 2013 - Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming
Home Inventory - Why You Need One and a Do-It-Yourself Guide
Nationwide Inventory Professionals founders, Mike and Cindy Hartman, authored a book to share their years of experience in the home inventory industry. - July 02, 2013 - Nationwide Inventory Professionals LLC
New SuperGreen Solutions Franchise Opens in Wantagh
The United Franchise Group announces that a new SuperGreen Solutions franchise opens in Wantagh. New Store to offer “One-Stop Shopping” for Energy-Efficient Products. - June 23, 2013 - United Franchise Group
New Hampshire's First Five Star Painting Location Opening in Derry
Local owner, Georges Harb, leaves construction industry, enters painting world. - June 21, 2013 - Five Star Franchising
Five Star Franchising Acquires Bath Solutions Dealership Corporation Inc.
With locations throughout Canada, Five Star looks to expand Bath Solutions to the United States. - June 15, 2013 - Five Star Franchising
San Diego CA Retired Army First Sergeant Opens Wildlife Control Business
As a wildlife management professional, Vince Piyamanothamkul believes it is important to give people accurate information about the animals that inhabit Southern California. Although sometimes a nuisance, these animals are just trying to find a place to live, to forage for food, and nurture their young. - June 14, 2013 - A All Animal Control
Woof Gang Bakery Embarks on First Nevada Location - New Pet Retail Store and Grooming Opens in Las Vegas
This New Breed of Neighborhood Pet Store is the First of Five Stores Planned for Las Vegas. - June 14, 2013 - Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming
Transworld Business Advisors Launches New Location in Denver
The United Franchise Group announces the launch of a new Transworld Business Advisors franchise in Denver, CO. - June 08, 2013 - United Franchise Group
Orlando-Based Woof Gang Bakery Leads the Pack with New Services and Amenities
Franchise Offers the Very Best in Pet Care by Introducing Animal Clinics and Doggie Day Care to Franchise Portfolio. - June 05, 2013 - Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming
Woof Gang Bakery Unleashes New Pet Retail Store and Grooming Location in Raleigh, North Carolina
This New Breed of Neighborhood Pet Store is First Location in Wakefield and Company’s Sixth Franchise in North Carolina. - May 30, 2013 - Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming