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Smoothies are becoming ubiquitous on quick-serve and fast-casual menus due in no small measure to convenience, delicious flavor combinations and the perception of healthfulness that these fruit and vegetable beverages command. Carol DeNembo, Vice President of Marketing for Juice It Up!, an 80-unit juice and smoothie chain based in Irvine, Calif., says smoothies are great … Smoothies Spur Healthy Sales

When Amit Patel was laid off from his job as a product design engineer, he found himself working at his cousin’s Subway shop. Soon, he was inspired to open up a location of his own. Once he caught the franchising bug, he couldn’t stop. Today, he also runs a Maui Wowi Hawaiian Coffee & Smoothies … You Cant Be Afraid to Make the Jump to Become a Franchisee

On the heels of its fifth signed agreement to bring Russo’s New York Pizzeria to the United Arab Emirates, the well-known, Houston-based Italian restaurant and brand is now announcing its sixth signed franchise agreement with the well-established UAE restaurant developer and operator, Prime Hospitality. The new 1,774-square-foot restaurant is slated to open this summer at … Sixth Russos New York Pizzeria Franchise Coming to UAE

Kalologie Spa Destinations LLC announces the signing of a multi-unit agreement to open three locations in Austin, Texas. "We are extremely pleased to announce that Kalologie is expanding into Austin," states President & Founder Tracy Brennan. “The Austin market is a natural fit to showcase the Kalologie 360 concept, which offers exceptional spa services such … Kalologie 360 Spa Expands Into Austin Texas

The Grounds Guys will finish the first quarter of 2015 with new franchisees and a new award, continuing their award streak from 2014. Entrepreneur Magazine ranked the four year old landscape company as one of the Top Fastest-Growing Franchises of 2015. “Franchising is all about growth,” Entrepreneur Magazine stated in article featuring the listing. ”It’s … The Grounds Guys Ranked Fastest-growing Franchise by Entrepreneur Magazine

After 45 years of growth and success, Mr. Rooter Plumbing continues to uncompromisingly pursue industry innovation and unparalleled success for franchise owners. Starting as a small drain cleaning company in 1970 by David Duck in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Mr. Rooter Plumbing has grown from humble beginnings into a multi-million dollar corporation with over 300 franchisees … Mr Rooter Plumbing Celebrates 45 Years of Success and Innovation

If you had, oh, $100,000 or so in your pocket, where would you invest it? You might want to skip the buzzy stock pick and look at a food or retail franchise. You’ll pay a one-time franchising fee (anywhere from $10,000 to $40,000, depending on the sector), foot the bill to set up your location, … The 8 Wackiest Franchise Stores You Could Own

KONO Pizza co-founder David Ragosa explains why consumers will love new concept.

Russo’s Restaurants, the family of dining concepts that includes Russo’s New York Pizzeria and Russo’s Coal-Fired Italian Kitchen, announced today plans to significantly enhance the brands’ U.S. and international presence for the remainder of 2015 and beyond amidst preparations for the 2015 Multi-Unit Franchising Conference. David Martinez, Russo’s franchisee and multi-unit operator of three units … Russos Restaurants Fast-Tracks US International Expansion

During the past several years, Dalton Sommers has turned his lawn care hobby into a successful career. Sommers, who is from Cottage Grove and is currently a business major at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville, has recently become the owner, salesman and account manager for the new Madison area location of the Ground Guys. The Grounds … Grounds Guys Springing Up in the Area