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Become Your Own General??? contest. Military veterans can enter the contest beginning on Memorial Day, which is Monday, May 25, 2015, until the contest???s deadline of Friday, Aug. 7, 2015. Five deserving U.S. military veterans will each receive a CruiseOne home-based travel franchise, a total value of $63,500.
Read More(CHICAGO) FastCasual.com???s editorial team has released its annual list of the industry???s most significant brands and trends, awarding Dickey???s Barbecue Pit the number four spot.
Read More(Mason, OH) May marks national barbecue month and the nation???s largest barbecue joint is here to celebrate.
Read MoreThe key ingredient common to all successful restaurant owners is passion. This business isn???t always easy, requiring lots of long hours. A passion for what you???re doing is essential to see you through when times get tough. In addition to passion, you also need to be an efficient multi-tasker. Owning a TCBY and Mrs. Fields has many components to their daily operations.
Read MoreMaui Wowi Hawaiian Coffees & Smoothies, a leading beverage retailer at events and venues, is bringing its fun, island flavor and quality products to Petco Park for the 2015 San Diego Padres Major League Baseball season. With two island oasis locations inside the ballpark, fans will enjoy high quality, fresh fruit smoothies, as well as adult beverage ???Smoothies that Party??? that include Pina Coladas, Strawberry Daiquiris, and more.
Read MoreMaui Wowi Hawaiian, global retailer of Hawaiian coffee and fresh made smoothies, invites the public to an Open House on May 14, 2015 in Oceanside, California to learn more about the company???s franchise opportunities and find out why so many people have left their old careers behind and said Aloha to Maui Wowi.
Read MoreMaui Wowi Hawaiian Coffees & Smoothies, a leading beverage retailer at events and venues, is bringing its products to Petco Park for the 2015 San Diego Padres Major League Baseball season.
Read MoreEntrepreneur Magazine???s Franchise 500 rankings acknowledge InXpress as the best franchise organization in its class.
Read MoreCruiseOne recently recognized its top-producing franchise owners who are members of the home-based network???s prestigious ???Circle of Excellence,??? with a special Tulip Time River Cruise aboard the AmaSonata.
Read MoreThis is probably the number one question that we get asked by people thinking of entering the food business: Am I better off taking a franchise in an already proven concept or should I develop my own concept? Here???s how we answer that.
Read MoreBefore deciding on a franchise, ask yourself these four questions
Read More(North Little Rock, AR) Slow smokin??? Texas barbecue arrives to Maumelle/North Little Rock on Thursday, April 30 at 11 a.m. To celebrate, the nation???s largest barbecue chain is hosting a three day grand opening party
Read More(Victorville, CA) Victorville residents will have a new reason to eat out when Dickey???s Barbecue Pit opens on Thursday, April 30 at 11 a.m. The new location is hosting a three day grand opening celebration where the first 50 guests will receive gift cards ranging from $5 to $50.
Read More(Corona, CA) On Thursday, April 30 at 11 a.m., the new Dickey???s Barbecue Pit is hosting a three day grand opening to introduce the community to slow smoked Texas-style barbecue
Read MoreWhen you are considering a franchise, you need to think about which concept works best for you. First, we strongly encourage you to study the market. Is there a clear audience for the product? Is the product category growing? Avoid gimmicks and theme-style concepts. Analysts say that most people often only visit theme restaurants once and don???t come back ??? been there, done that.
Read MoreRecognized as Angel Stadium???s top performing food vendor, Chronic Tacos has become a park staple for baseball fans in Anaheim. Kicking off another season, Chronic Tacos is partnering with the Los Angeles Angels for the fourth straight year, bringing with them a new look, new promotions, and the same quality food and service that fans have been craving through the off-season.
Read MoreHary and Neha Sharma are excited to serve up Texas-style barbecue in Chino
Read MoreThe fast casual pizza segment has gone from nowhere to seemingly everywhere with head-spinning speed. And while a band of start-ups have debuted in the past few years, Donatos Pizza, the leading pizza chain in Technomic???s most recent Top 150 Fast-Casual Chain Restaurant Report, is dominating the category. And they???re showing no signs of slowing down.
Read Morebarbecue bash offering three chances to win free barbecue for a year, a $500 gift card and Dickey???s Barbecue merchandise.
Read MoreWith ever-changing technology and shift in consumer demand, the print industry is consistently looking for ways to grow and evolve. Recognizing print shop owners??? needs to diversify their offerings, FASTSIGNS International, Inc.???the worldwide franchisor of more than 570 FASTSIGNS sign, graphics and visual communications centers in nine countries???will be exhibiting at the National Print Owners Association (NPOA) third annual Owners Conference to discuss its successful Co-Brand franchise program.
Read More(Whittier, CA) Whittier residents will get a fast casual barbecue option on Thursday, April 16 at 11 a.m., when Dickey???s Barbecue Pit opens in the Santa Fe Springs Plaza.
Read MoreRestoration 1, a leading franchise that specializes in a wide array of emergency mitigation, restoration, and reconstruction services, continues its climb in Entrepreneur magazine???s annual Franchise 500 rankings. Restoration 1 has risen to No. 346 in the 2015 listing, up from No. 369 in 2014 and No. 432 in 2013.
Read MoreDel Taco, which has been serving breakfast for more than 30 years, is offering a Bacon Grilled Breakfast: a fresh take on a meal favorite with a limited time deal that bacon lovers won???t want to miss. Available now at participating locations, guests can purchase two Bacon Breakfast Tacos plus one Mini Bacon Quesadilla for only $2.50.
Read MoreDel Taco, a leader in the Mexican quick service restaurant (MQSR) category, reported that the brand is making significant strides in the South, with a focus on expansion in Georgia, Florida and the Carolinas. With its fresh made-to-order Mexican and American classics drawing success in the region and beyond, Del Taco is truly a national brand.
Read MoreDel Taco, a leader in the Mexican quick service restaurant category with 550 restaurants in 16 states, will discuss the chain???s rapid nationwide expansion and franchise opportunities during the 2015 Franchise Expo South, taking place Feb. 5 ??? 7 at the NRG Center in Houston, Texas. Exhibiting at booth 530, Del Taco representatives will be on hand to speak with show-goers about the company???s updated franchise incentives and strategic growth initiatives to bring Del Taco???s fresh, made-to-order Mexican and American favorites to new guests across the country.
Read MoreFlip Flop Shops, one of the fastest-growing global retail chains, is experiencing great demand from North American retail centers and communities eager for the retailer to move in. More than 50 prime retail spots have been identified for immediate move-in opportunities, and Flip Flop Shops is actively seeking new franchise owners interested in Freeing Their Toes and being their own boss.
Read MoreFlip Flop Shops, one of the fastest growing global retail chains, continues to make strides as a casual footwear industry leader with the introduction of Birkenstock to its retail brand selection. As an approved retailer for Birkenstock USA, LP, shoppers will soon be able to pick up Birkenstock's iconic slides and sandals at select Flip Flop Shops' domestic locations.
Read MoreFlip Flop Shops, one of the fastest growing retail chains in North America, today announced the latest deal in an international development hat trick: a master franchise agreement with the retail-savvy team behind Happy Toes Caribbean. The agreement calls for the establishment and development of at least 20 new shops throughout the islands, the first of which will open in Aruba in late 2014. The master franchise rights agreement also covers the management of three already well-established shops in St. Thomas, St. Maarten and Curacao.
Read MoreFlip Flop Shops, one of the fastest growing global retail chains, achieved another milestone for its international expansion efforts with the company???s first shop opening in the Middle East. Opened Aug. 10, and located at The Avenues Mall in Kuwait City, Kuwait, this marks the first of 50 planned shops for the region through a master franchise agreement with Al Mana Fashion Group, W.L.L., a subsidiary of Al Mana Group.
Read MoreFlip Flop Shops,the fast-growing global retail chain devoted exclusively to flip flops and casual footwear, is expanding its merchandise selection with the addition of iconic Havaianas styles in all of the company???s North American shops. To mark the new partnership, the two brands have teamed up to provide shoppers with an extra sweet surprise in February.
Read MoreFlip Flop Shops, one of the fastest growing global retail chains, announced the grand opening of the first of 25 locations set to open throughout South Africa, Zimbabwe and Mauritius over the next several years. The shop development is part of a master franchise agreement with Barefoot, an experienced retail group in the region. Opened Thursday, July 3 in Woodlands Boulevard, Pretoria East, South Africa, the new store marks the first Flip Flop Shops location in Africa.
Read MoreShoppers dreaming of a Hawaiian getaway can let their feet do the talking by heading to Flip Flop Shops across the U.S and slipping on a pair of OluKai sandals for a chance to win! Throughout the month of March, OluKai has teamed up with Flip Flop Shops to present the "Anywhere Aloha" in-shop sweepstakes, in which one lucky winner will receive a first class trip for two to any Hawaiian island of their choice with the help of Hawaiian Airlines.
Read MoreFlip Flop Shops, one of the fastest-growing global retail chains, today achieved a significant milestone by being named to the prestigious Inc. 500 | 5000 list of fastest-growing U.S.-based private companies for five consecutive years. The retail chain, devoted exclusively to the latest styles of flip flops and casual footwear from the world???s hottest brands, joins an elite list of companies who have been able to maintain steeply escalated revenue growth for five years running.
Read MoreDel Taco announced that it will enter into the Northeast region with the signing of two development agreements in New Jersey. The restaurants are slated to open in 2016. With 550 restaurants in 16 states, this latest expansion supports the company???s strategic growth initiatives to bring Del Taco???s fresh, made-to-order Mexican and American favorites to new guests across the country.
Read MoreCan flip flops help fight heart disease? Popular outdoor sports apparel and footwear brands Quiksilver and Roxy have teamed up with fast-growing retail chain Flip Flop Shops to say: yes! Today, the companies unveiled two stylish limited edition flip flops to be sold exclusively at Flip Flop Shops 100-plus locations in support of the retailer???s ???the Heart To Sole: Creating a Stress Free America?????? campaign. Throughout the month of June, Roxy and Quiksilver will donate fifty cents from the sale of each limited edition flip flop to the American Heart Association???s My Heart. My Life.(TM) initiative for a total of $20,000.
Read MoreShelfGenie, the industry leader in customized cabinet solutions is pleased to announce a new partnership with CSE, a forward-thinking digital marketing agency. The partnership is the next step to enhance the company???s digital presence and further establish ShelfGenie as the go-to brand in the marketplace.
Read MoreSPEEDO USA, a division of PVH Corp. (NYSE:PVH), today announced in partnership with Flip Flop Shops, the chance to win a trip to Bondi Beach in Sydney, Australia ??? the birthplace of Speedo and one of the most popular beaches in the world.
Read MoreBrothers, Clint and Nick Ziegler knew barbecue would be a hit in Madison. On Thursday, April 9 at 11 a.m., the Zieglers open their second location to the area in Middleton.
Read MoreMarket Leaders Team Up to Deliver Best-in-Class Data Encryption Software to Small and Medium-Sized Businesses Nationwide
Read MoreRandy and Kevin Daniel have over 25 years of combined restaurant experience
Read MoreMaui Wowi Hawaiian, gourmet coffee and fresh fruit smoothie retailer, welcomes new franchisees who are teaming up to build a business where family is a priority.
Read MoreThe TCBY & Mrs. Fields dual branding strategy provides a mix of revenue growth opportunities, significant brand awareness, and financial efficiencies rarely offered by a franchisor.
Read MoreAmid an exciting growth phase in which it will double its caf count, la Madeleine Country French Caf announced a pair of executive team moves that further reinforces the brand???s commitment to strategic expansion.
Read MoreMaui Wowi Hawaiian, premium coffee and smoothie retailer, plans to open a location at the Ocean City Boardwalk, bringing paradise to the vibrant vacation community.
Read MoreMaui Wowi Takes Aloha Spirit to The Jersey Shore
Read MoreJust a month prior to opening its first Dubai location, FASTSIGNS International, Inc. will be exhibiting at the 2015 ISA International Sign Expo April 9-11 at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas. The worldwide franchisor for the more than 570 FASTSIGNS sign, graphic and visual communications centers in nine countries is attending the expo to connect with independent business owners regarding its various franchise programs as well as opportunities for international franchise agreements.
Read MoreSmoothies 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.
Read MoreContinuing to anchor itself as the premier fitness destination for adults 50 or older, Welcyon, Fitness After 50, has unveiled an all-new interior dcor package that features a more spa-like ambiance designed to inspire and motivate members and make them feel at home.
Read MoreWok Box Fresh Asian Kitchen, a Canadian-based fast-casual chain that offers fast and fresh cuisine from 10 Asian countries, has signed a franchise agreement to develop 37 restaurants throughout Northern California over the next 10 years.
Read MoreWhen 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 location. Here's what he's learned.
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