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SAN DIEGO — Instant Imprints, North America’s innovative network of sign, promotional products, and digital printing centers, announced today the start of the Drive Your Franchise Campaign. This new campaign, which also rewards current franchisee involvement, aims to support the brand’s current growth initiative. The Drive Your Franchise Campaign, an extension of the Franchise Referral Program, … Instant Imprints Launches New Campaign to Drive Franchise Growth

Albuquerque, NM — On Thursday October 23 at 11 a.m., Deepak Shah will open the first Dickey’s Barbecue Pit location in Albuquerquewith a three day grand opening.  Shah, the former chief financial officer of Southwest Cheese Company, is ready for the new challenge. The first location in New Mexico opened in Hobbs last week with the highest grand opening sales in Dickey’s … Albuquerque Wins Big with First Dickey’s Barbecue Pit

CARROLLTON, Texas — Though more businesses are investing in effective signage and visual graphics, many of today’s independent sign and print shop owners are not maximizing their businesses’ true potential due to lack of support in key areas, such as marketing and technology advancements. FASTSIGNS International Inc."the worldwide franchisor of more than 560 FASTSIGNS® sign, graphics and visual … FASTSIGNS® Helps Independent Owners Thrive, Maximize New Channels for Growth

CARROLLTON, Texas — Committed to its franchise expansion efforts in California, FASTSIGNS International Inc."the worldwide franchisor of more than 560 FASTSIGNS® sign, graphics and visual communications centers in eight countries"will be exhibiting at theWest Coast Franchise Expo Oct. 23-25, 2014 at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, Calif. During the three-day event, attendees will have the opportunity to meet … FASTSIGNS® Continues U.S. Expansion Focus on California

Anaheim, CA — Based on the success of its 33 franchisees operating a total of 55 units throughout California, Maui Wowi Hawaiian is expanding its footprint in the Golden State. Maui Wowi Hawaiian, a 450-unit global leader in the mobile event business serving up premium fresh-fruit smoothies and gourmet Hawaiian coffee, first entered the California market in May … Maui Wowi Hawaiian Franchise Eyes California for Expansion

Bach to Rock, America’s music school franchise for students of all ages, announced today that Matt McAndrew, a musical instructor at one of its franchise-owned schools in Wayne, Pennsylvania, took the stage last night on NBC’s Emmy Award-winning musical competition series, The Voice. McAndrew, of Philadelphia, performed during the blind auditions and chose to join Adam … Bach to Rock Franchise Instructor Debuts on NBC’s Hit Show The Voice

Flowery Branch, GA — Shannon Skains’ restaurant experience and passion for the art of barbecue make him a perfect new member of the Dickey’s Barbecue family. Skains will open his first Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in Flowery Branch on Thursday, October 9 at 11 a.m. In honor of the art of great barbecue, Dickey’s Barbecue is throwing a three day … Man Takes Barbecue Hobby to the Big Leagues with New Dickey’s Barbecue Pit

Greenwood Village, CO — Maui Wowi Hawaiian, a 450-unit beverage chain known for its premium fresh-fruit smoothies and Hawaiian coffee, is continuing to grow its presence in Dallas with the opening of its newest location in Plano on September 30th. Located in the food court of The Shops at Willow Bend at 6121 W. Park Blvd. … Maui Wowi Hawaiian Continues Dallas Expansion With New Opening in Plano

ATLANTA, GA — Atlanta’s leading brand identity house is strengthening its ability to ignite passionate brands by adding Jonathan Bolden as an equity partner. The new partnership means increased value for Matchstic as well as its many clients. As partner and director of brand strategy, Bolden will continue to push Matchstic forward as a leader … LEADING BRAND IDENTITY HOUSE ADDS NEW PARTNER

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