Year: 2014

Nothing Bundt Cakes Celebrates 100th Bakery Amid Steady Growth

LAS VEGAS, NV — Nothing Bundt Cakes today celebrates its 100th bakery in the United States with the grand opening of its San Marcos, California, location and announces plans for continued national expansion over the next five years. The company, which was founded in Las Vegas in 1997 and now has locations in 22 states from coast to coast, says it will target Nothing Bundt Cakes Celebrates 100th Bakery Amid Steady Growth

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By Stephan Baldwin | Posted October 2, 2014

New Sears Home Appliance Showroom Store Opens in Apex

APEX, NC — Sears Hometown and Outlet Stores, Inc. (Nasdaq:SHOS) will open its newest North Carolina Sears Home Appliance Showroom on October 2, 2014 at the Beaver Creek Crossings shopping center, located at 2016 Creekside Landing Drive in Apex. The new store will provide customers access to a full suite of top brand name home appliance merchandise and mattresses New Sears Home Appliance Showroom Store Opens in Apex

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By Stephan Baldwin | Posted October 2, 2014

Seva Launches Phase Two of Franchise Growth Strategy: Aggressive Expansion Targets Shopping Centers in Key U.S. Regions

HIGHLAND PARK, IL — Seva, the pioneer of the fast casual spa experience in the United States, announced today that it is advancing strategic franchise growth into its second phase. The company’s planned progression into its new growth stage comes amid rapid expansion that is meeting extraordinary consumer demand. In just three short years of Seva Launches Phase Two of Franchise Growth Strategy: Aggressive Expansion Targets Shopping Centers in Key U.S. Regions

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By Stephan Baldwin | Posted October 1, 2014

Texas-Style Barbecue Arrives at Travis Air Force Base with New Dickey’s Barbecue Pit

Fairfield, CA — The city of Fairfield and those serving at Travis Air Force Base will soon get a taste of Texas-style brisket when Dickey’s Barbecue Pit opens on Thursday, October 2 at 11 a.m. The new fast-causal barbecue restaurant is throwing a three day grand opening celebration.  The first 50 dine in guests receive gift cards worth Texas-Style Barbecue Arrives at Travis Air Force Base with New Dickey’s Barbecue Pit

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By Stephan Baldwin | Posted October 1, 2014

Mr. Rooter® Plumbing and ServiceTitan Announce Global, Strategic Partnership

WACO, Texas — Mr. Rooter® Plumbing, a leader in plumbing and drain cleaning, and ServiceTitan, a premier service management software company, have announced a strategic partnership to create technologically advanced solutions for both the franchisee and the end user. “We have been working with ServiceTitan for some time to ensure all of our franchisee needs, and Mr. Rooter® Plumbing and ServiceTitan Announce Global, Strategic Partnership

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By Stephan Baldwin | Posted October 1, 2014

Californian Expands Barbecue Business with New Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in West Sacramento

West Sacramento, CA — On Thursday, October 2 at 11 a.m., West Sacramento gets a little bit of the lone star state when the newest Dickey’s Barbecue Pit opens. Raised in California, Jared Katzenberger owns five Dickey’s Barbecue locations throughout the Sacramento area. Dickey’s Barbecue is throwing a three day grand opening party kicking off with the Californian Expands Barbecue Business with New Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in West Sacramento

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By Stephan Baldwin | Posted October 1, 2014

Avoid herd mentality

Think Unique: Stay Away from the Herd Mentality When Choosing your Franchise

There are thousands of franchises on the market in just about every industry you can think of, at a wide range of price points. Besides the standard focus on something that personally interests you and is in the price range you are seeking, it is important to keep in mind the industry competition. Be cautious Think Unique: Stay Away from the Herd Mentality When Choosing your Franchise

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By Ken Jennings | Posted October 1, 2014

Pak Mail Ships Holiday Gift Packages to Troops Overseas by Supporting “Operation Christmas Stocking 2014” Donation Drive

Centennial, Colorado — Pak Mail Centers of America, Inc. announced its support of the Chief Wiggles “Operation Christmas Stocking 2014” donation drive. For the tenth year in a row, the drive provides Christmas cards, non-perishable food, personal items, candy, and more to troops serving around the world in countries like Afghanistan, Iraq, and South Korea. “Operation Pak Mail Ships Holiday Gift Packages to Troops Overseas by Supporting “Operation Christmas Stocking 2014” Donation Drive

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By Stephan Baldwin | Posted September 30, 2014

Executive Care Appoints Seasoned Franchise Industry Leader to Vice President of Operations and Franchise Development

HACKENSACK, N.J. — Executive Care, the New Jersey-based home care franchise that is quickly gaining a national reputation as the premier caregiving agency in its field, announced today the appointment of franchise operations and growth expert Todd Leonard to vice president of operations and franchise development. Headquartered in Hackensack, N.J., the full-service home care franchise Executive Care Appoints Seasoned Franchise Industry Leader to Vice President of Operations and Franchise Development

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By Stephan Baldwin | Posted September 30, 2014

From Boots to Barbecue: Man Opens Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in Las Vegas

Las Vegas, NV — John Schouten spent 7 years working for Ariat Boots where he moved up the ranks from merchandiser to a territory sales representative. Looking for a change, Schouten decided to pursue his dream of owning his own restaurant. On Thursday, October 2 at 11 a.m., Schouten will open a newDickey’s Barbecue Pit in Las Vegas. To From Boots to Barbecue: Man Opens Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in Las Vegas

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By Stephan Baldwin | Posted September 30, 2014