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Maui Wowi Hawaiian, the go-anywhere franchise, has just stationed its well-known mobile cart at the Palm Beach Outlets in warm weather Florida. The new location is perfect for the endless summer theme of the Hawaiian coffee and smoothie brand, which continues to seek out new and non-traditional opportunities for its units. With a wide variety … Maui Wowi Hawaiian Surfs into West Palm Beach Florida

Breakout sessions on controlling costs, maximizing catering, leveraging social media, boosting the bottom line and learning best practices all kept Maui Wowi Hawaiian franchisees inspired and motivated during the company’s recent conference at The Inverness Hotel and Conference Center in Englewood, Colo.

Lightbridge Academy franchise locations will develop six to eight months faster now that Lightbridge Franchise Company, a child care franchisor, has entered into to a new, non-binding joint venture agreement with Wheeler Real Estate Investment Trust, Inc. (NASDAQ:WHLR) Under the terms of the agreement, Lightbridge Properties will provide Wheeler with the option to participate in … Streamlining Franchise Development

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is giving guests a taste of TNT’s ‘On the Menu’ with new limited edition menu item, Stampede Stew.  The fast-casual restaurant chain known for slow smoked Texas barbecue is unveiling the signature dish created by Atlanta resident Sarah Broadus.  Broadus brought the heat in the broadcast cooking competition starring Emeril Lagasse and … Stampede Stew Now On the Menu at Dickeys Barbecue Pit

Sam Kafoure grew up in Dallas where Dickey’s Barbecue Pit has been a family tradition since 1941.  He knew Dickey’s Barbecue would be a big hit in his new home. On Thursday, December 11 at 11 a.m., Kafoure brings a Texas tradition to Lawrence when he opens his second Dickey’s Barbecue location. To celebrate, he’s … Texan Spreads Family Tradition with New Dickeys Barbecue Pit in Lawrence

The World Franchising Network has designated A Buyer’s Choice Home Inspections (ABCHI) as one of the top U.S. franchises for Minorities. Among hundreds of companies considered for the honor, World Franchising Network spotlights ABCHI in the 8th annual list of the “50 Top Franchises for Minorities.” The results were recently featured in USA TODAY’s “Franchising Today” section. … A Buyers Choice Hits the Mark with Minority Franchise Investors

A local developer and experienced business owner has signed a franchise agreement with Russo’s Restaurants to open a Russo’s Coal-Fired Italian Kitchen in San Antonio. The well-known, Houston-based upscale Italian restaurant brand and its fast casual sister concept Russo’s New York Pizzeria bring to life old world charm, handcrafted recipes and warm hospitality. It will … Franchise Deal Inked to Bring the First Russos Coal-Fired Italian Kitchen Franchise to San Antonio

Executive Care announced today that it has signed a franchise agreement to open a new office serving Cherry Hill and neighboring Camden County communities. It marks the Hackensack, N.J.-based company’s first agreement to open an office in South Jersey, and represents the organization’s tenth franchise location. The office is scheduled to open in January 2015. … Executive Care Expands Home Care Franchise into Cherry Hill

Potbelly Corporation (NASDAQ: PBPB) (“Potbelly”) announced today a franchise growth plan targeting North Carolina – a strategy that will position the lively neighborhood hangout for expansion into communities in all corners of the market, including Charlotte, Raleigh/Durham, Winston-Salem, Fayetteville, Cary and Wilmington. Potbelly plans to enter key markets throughout North Carolina this year and is currently … Potbelly Sandwich Shop Targets North Carolina for Franchise Growth

Power Train, the performance-driven fitness concept that has built a reputation for training everyday people like professional athletes, today announced a strategic franchise growth initiative that aims to add 600 new franchise locations in markets across the country in the next 10 years. The brand is targeting investors with a passion for helping others meet … Power Train Launches Franchising Initiative Introducing Elite Athlete Training for Everyday Americans