Year: 2014

Greenwood Village, Colo. — Maui Wowi Hawaiian franchisee is expanding her mobile business into a second state, growing her coffee and smoothie operation from San Diego, California to now include Orlando, Florida. Doreen Mejias has announced additional mobile Maui Wowi units will soon be available for events and catering throughout the Orlando area thanks to the franchise … Maui Wowi Franchisee Takes Advantage of No Territory Restrictions

MINNEAPOLIS — As consumers continue flocking to resale stores for greater discounts and to stretch their families’ budgets, Winmark Corporation’s resale brands are seeing the results and continuing to grow rapidly across the United States and Canada to meet demand. Winmark Corporation’s children’s resale franchise, Once Upon A Child®, has opened its 300th location, following swiftly in … Once Upon A Child Opens 300th Store

Virginia Beach, VA — On Thursday, September 11 at 11 a.m., the newest Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in Virginia Beach is kicking off a three-day grand opening. The first 50 guests will receive gift cards worth up to $50.  On Friday guests get the chance to meet Roland Dickey, chairman and lead chef of Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants when he stops by … Mr. Dickey Visits Virginia Beach for Grand Opening of New Dickey’s Barbecue Pit

Beaverton, OR — Todd Saperstein grew up in Gresham and moved to Beaverton over 20 years ago. After working in the mortgage industry, Saperstein wanted to be his own boss leading him to open the first Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in the Portland area. On Thursday, September 11 at 11 a.m. Beaverton’snewest fast-casual option opens with a three-day grand … Franchisee Born and Raised in Oregon Brings First Dickey’s Barbecue Pit to Portland

Waco, Texas — Entrepreneur Magazine recently listed The Dwyer Group as one of their Top Innovative Franchises. The Dwyer Group, the parent company for seven home service brands, was recognized on the list for a program initiated by Dina Dwyer-Owens, Co-Chairman of The Dwyer Group. “It is an honor to be listed among the top innovative … The Dwyer Group® Named Among Top Innovative Franchises

Piscataway, N.J. — Rainbow Academy, a New Jersey-based early child care education franchise, announced that Gigi Schweikert has joined the company’s executive team as Chief Operating Officer, effective immediately. In this role, Schweikert will report directly to President and CEO Guy Falzarano, overseeing business development, sales and marketing, operations, education, and training.  “Over the past … Rainbow Academy Appoints New COO Ahead of Regional Growth

Following a name change and new menu, Pudgie’s has once again taken wing on Long Island. The chain, known as Pudgie’s Famous Chicken, has been newly rebranded as Pudgie’s Naked Chicken, which opened its first prototype restaurant at 7 Hicksville Road in Massapequa last month. Its owners are seeking franchisees for as many as 30 … Pudgie’s Gets Naked

CARROLLTON, Texas — Recently honored by the Canadian Franchise Association (CFA) for high franchise partner satisfaction, FASTSIGNS International Inc."the worldwide franchisor of more than 550 FASTSIGNS sign, graphics and visual communications centers"is committed to expanding its presence throughout Canada. As part of its franchise growth strategy, the franchise will be exhibiting at Booth No. 237 at the … FASTSIGNS® Continues Targeted Franchise Expansion in Canada

Law enforcement and armed forces veterans often leave their service job while they’re still young enough to embark on second careers, but it can sometimes be tough for them to find a working environment that’s conducive to the discipline and structure to which they’ve become accustomed. In 2013, three Georgia entrepreneurs solved this by teaming … Atlanta Vets Join Forces to Protect the Public

Tampa, Fla. — BlueGrace Logistics, nationally recognized freight shipping company and award-winning B2B Franchise reported hyper-growth in Q3 2014. The company received several awards for outstanding achievement and growth in Q2 and plans to set new standards for both their corporate and franchise networks. This month, Inc. Magazine recognized BlueGrace as one of America’s Fastest … Freight Shipping Hyper-Growth Giant Recognized On Inc.’s List Of Fastest Growing Companies, Adds Over 50 Franchises To Network