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ATAX, the leading three-in-one tax preparation, bookkeeping and payroll franchise, was recently presented with the Xero “Emerging Partner of the Year Award.” ATAX earned the honor because it demonstrated the potential to deliver value-added services to its clients in 2014. Xero presented the recognition to ATAX at its recent partner convention, Xerocon, in Denver, Colorado. … ATAX Earns Emerging Partner Award

Sloan’s Ice Cream today announced a major development deal that will expand the brand into Kuwait. This marks the concept’s second multi-unit franchise agreement in the Middle East this year, joining the five-shop deal struck for the United Arab Emirates (UAE). West Palm Beach, Florida-based Sloan’s – a premium brand combining innovative ice cream flavors … Kuwaiti Family to Open Five Sloans Ice Cream Franchised Shops

Catering to the photofinishing industry’s need for product and service diversification as a means to increase revenue streams, FASTSIGNS International, Inc. has signed four Co-Brand franchise agreements with three independent photofinishers. The FASTSIGNS Co-Brand program launched in 2012 and quickly gained traction with independent print shop owners, allowing them to keep full control of their … Co-Brand Franchise Program Gains Momentum among Independent Photofinishers

Wayback Burgers, a better burger fast casual chain based out of Cheshire CT, continues its strong 2015 growth with a strong second quarter performance both in international and domestic development. Bill Chemero, EVP, who also heads up international development recently signed two more master franchise agreements, bringing Wayback Burgers international presence to 31 countries. The … Wayback Burgers Continues Record Growth In Second Quarter

The sweet tastes of “cool” culinary treats and zany toys are on their way to one of South Florida’s new premier shopping, dining and entertainment destinations. Sloan’s Ice Cream, the celebrated sweets shop renowned for its innovative ice cream flavors, gourmet candies, oversized toy collection and colorful aesthetics, will soon arrive at the renowned mixed-use … South Floridas Treasured Sloans Ice Cream to Open at High-Profile CityPlace Doral

Since 1977, July 29 has been a day devoted by Americans across the country to celebrate, honor and recognize the beloved chicken wing. With such taste versatility and marinade options, it’s no wonder this poultry cut has evolved to become a staple within American dining culture. This year, East Coast Wings & Grill, a North … East Coast Wings and Grill Launches National Poll to Find Americas Favorite Flavor

EY announced Roland Dickey Jr., CEO of Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc., as a recipient of the EY Entrepreneur Of The Year® Award in the Southwest region. The group of leading entrepreneurs, recognized for taking the road less traveled to launch new companies, open new markets and fuel job growth, was selected by an independent judging … EY Recognizes Dickeys Barbecue Restaurants Inc CEO Roland Dickey Jr as Entrepreneur Of The Year 2015 Award Winner in the Southwest Region

Outdoor Lighting Perspectives® has received World-Class Franchise® certification from the Franchise Research Institute®. The recognition comes after an independent franchisee validation survey conducted by the Franchise Research Institute, in which 76.2% of all Outdoor Lighting Perspectives franchisees participated. The survey was designed to determine the quality of 10 key metrics crucial to franchisee success within … Outdoor Lighting Perspectives Certified as a World-Class Franchise for 2015

What: Maui Wowi Hawaiian Coffees & Smoothies is celebrating the grand opening of its first retail location in Denver in true Hawaiian style. The company is hosting a luau featuring dancers, an appearance by the Photo Love Bus and two hours of free smoothies, Ices Hawaiian Teas, Toddy and drip coffee inside and outside the … Grand Opening Event Denver Gets Taste of Hawaiian Islands

Maui Wowi Hawaiian’s newest location opened Friday, May 22 on the Ocean City Boardwalk in Ocean City, New Jersey and will feature the franchise company’s high end Hawaiian coffees and healthy fresh fruit smoothies. Just steps away from the beach at the Jersey Shore and the beautiful Atlantic Ocean, the company hopes this location will … Maui Wowi Hawaiian Opens Location on the Jersey Shore