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Following a name change and new menu, Pudgie’s has once again taken wing on Long Island. The chain, known as Pudgie’s Famous Chicken, has been newly rebranded as Pudgie’s Naked Chicken, which opened its first prototype restaurant at 7 Hicksville Road in Massapequa last month. Its owners are seeking franchisees for as many as 30 … Pudgie’s Gets Naked

CARROLLTON, Texas — Recently honored by the Canadian Franchise Association (CFA) for high franchise partner satisfaction, FASTSIGNS International Inc."the worldwide franchisor of more than 550 FASTSIGNS sign, graphics and visual communications centers"is committed to expanding its presence throughout Canada. As part of its franchise growth strategy, the franchise will be exhibiting at Booth No. 237 at the … FASTSIGNS® Continues Targeted Franchise Expansion in Canada

Law enforcement and armed forces veterans often leave their service job while they’re still young enough to embark on second careers, but it can sometimes be tough for them to find a working environment that’s conducive to the discipline and structure to which they’ve become accustomed. In 2013, three Georgia entrepreneurs solved this by teaming … Atlanta Vets Join Forces to Protect the Public

Tampa, Fla. — BlueGrace Logistics, nationally recognized freight shipping company and award-winning B2B Franchise reported hyper-growth in Q3 2014. The company received several awards for outstanding achievement and growth in Q2 and plans to set new standards for both their corporate and franchise networks. This month, Inc. Magazine recognized BlueGrace as one of America’s Fastest … Freight Shipping Hyper-Growth Giant Recognized On Inc.’s List Of Fastest Growing Companies, Adds Over 50 Franchises To Network

WACO,Texas "  Mr. Appliance announced the opening of six new franchise locations in the U.S. during the second quarter of 2014. Two of these new franchises are veteran owned. Year to date, Mr. Appliance has welcomed the addition of 14 new franchises. “We are very excited to welcome these new franchisees to the Mr. Appliance family,” Mary … Mr. Appliance® adds 6 new franchise locations

Waco,TX — Rainbow International had a shining second quarter of franchise sales in 2014. Rainbow International announced the addition of 10 new franchise locations. In addition to these new locations, four existing franchise locations have expanded their service territory, increasing the availability of their services to customers. “We are always pleased to grow our service network … Rainbow International Restoration® expands by 10

Fletcher, NC — As the former senior vice president for Huddle House, Mike Wiemers knows about operating restaurants.  On Thursday, August 28 at 11 a.m., Wiemers will take on barbecue when he opens his first Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in Fletcher. To celebrate his newest endeavor, he is throwing a three-day grand opening celebration. “I was looking for a strong … Restaurant Leader Takes on Barbecue with New Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in Fletcher

Private equity firm The Riverside Co. acquired The Dwyer Group from TZP Group. It’s the second time Riverside has owned the Waco, Texas-based parent company of landscape maintenance franchisor The Grounds Guys. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Riverside first purchased The Dwyer Group in 2003, taking the company private. After seven years, the firm sold The Dwyer Group to … The Grounds Guys’ Elmore expects continued growth with parent company’s acquisition

New Berlin, WI — After working as a corporate trainer, Sherri Povolo always dreamed about owning her own restaurant. A year ago, Povolo’s dream came true when she opened her first Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in Pewaukee with her son-in-law, Craig Hatfield. On Thursday, August 28 at 11 a.m., the  family will open their second location in New Berlin. … Franchisee Opens Second Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Location in Wisconsin

CARROLLTON, Texas — FASTSIGNS International Inc."the worldwide franchisor for more than 550 FASTSIGNS sign, graphics and visual communications centers"will be exhibiting at the Philadelphia National Business Media (NBM) Show. The show, which will be held September 4-6, 2014 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center, is a business-to-business trade show intended to educate attendees on the latest in sign … FASTSIGNS to Exhibit at National Business Media Show in Philadelphia