Franchising World articles from April 2004

Franchising World archives from April 2004

Franchising on display: 13th annual International Franchise Expo.(In This Issue)
April 1, 2004... Spring is always an exciting time in franchising because it signals the opening of the annual International Franchise Expo. And with its cherry blossoms arriving about the same time as this year's event, Washington, D.C. will provide the...

The International Franchise Expo: three days of information for franchise executives.(Franchising on display: 13th annual International Franchise Expo)
April 1, 2004... Anyone who reads about the International Franchise Expo (IFE) knows that it's responsible for selling single-units, area-development opportunities and toaster licensees, but the hidden gem is the education value it has for franchise executives....

Less is more: in the area of international franchise development, less can be more. To create a successful international franchise system, a franchisor does not have to rush development and start expansion in a multitude of markets around the world all at once. In fact, quite the opposite approach can have great rewards.(Franchising on display: 13th annual International Franchise Expo)
April 1, 2004... The expansion temptation For any franchisor, it can be easy to get romanced by the thoughts of fast international growth. However, in too many cases, the ensuing development is not conducted in a sustainable fashion, sometimes yielding...

GLOMAK maps international role and priorities.(Franchising on display: 13th annual International Franchise Expo)
April 1, 2004... The International Franchise Association's International Development Department exists to assist franchise companies to develop and expand their international operations. International business has changed significantly in the past few years,...

Global franchising: making good business sense.(Franchising on display: 13th annual International Franchise Expo)
April 1, 2004... There are more than 23 million small businesses in the United States, but only about 1 percent sell their goods outside the country. Fortunately, the number of businesses that export is increasing, more than tripling in the past seven years....

Latin American franchises explore U.S. markets: established franchises from Latin America are beginning to expand into the United States, taking advantage of this country's growing appetite for products from south of the border.(Franchising on display: 13th annual International Franchise Expo)
April 1, 2004... When Pollo Campero opened its first U.S. franchise in Los Angeles in April 2002, customers lined up around the block to sample its signature chicken--fresh, lightly breaded and with a distinctive Latin flavor. Just seven weeks later, that store...

Franchising in China: growing opportunities: my husband and I took a trip recently, to the Phuong district of Shanghai, to attend the grand opening of the ninth Coffee Beanery location in China. At the grand opening party it became clear to us that opportunities in China are immense and growing every day.(Franchising on display: 13th annual International Franchise Expo)
April 1, 2004... It seems like only yesterday that I had the opportunity to speak at China's first Franchise Conference in 2000. While the conference was well-attended and interest in franchising high, there was no comparison to the attention we found at the...

Franchising in Russia: overcoming obstacles to achieve success.(Franchising on display: 13th annual International Franchise Expo)
April 1, 2004... U.S.-based franchisors with solid business foundations and strong management records have tremendous opportunities internationally. With the fall of communism and the movement away from socialism into a free market economy, franchising in...

Codes of ethics and international franchising: who cares?(Franchising on display: 13th annual International Franchise Expo)
April 1, 2004... Today in virtually every country in the world where there is any meaningful activity in franchising there is likely to be some type of informal set of standards, usually promulgated by local franchise associations, meant to articulate commonly...

In the mainstream, multi-unit and multi-concept franchising.(Trends)
April 1, 2004... The franchise sector continues to mature in many interesting ways. One of the hotter current topics for franchisors and franchisees alike centers around multiple-unit and multiple-concept franchisees. Historically, many systems discouraged one...

Franchises provide big boost to nation's economy: study measures jobs, payroll, overall output.(Special Report)
April 1, 2004... Franchised businesses generate jobs for more than 18 million Americans and account for 9.5 percent of the private-sector economic output, a study released March 9 by International Franchise Association Educational Foundation reported. ...

Department of Labor sees big changes in next decade: every two years, the U.S. Department of Labor's Bureau of Labor Statistics forecasts trends for America's workforce for the coming decade. In February, BLS released its figures for 2002-2012, and the results show important implications for franchising.(Trends)
April 1, 2004... Overall, the Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that employment in the U.S. economy will rise 15 percent to 165 million, an increase of 21.3 million jobs. Much of franchising is conducted in the service industries and the BLS projections show...

Profit drivers examined in benchmarking study.(Trends)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... The IFA Educational Foundation's recently released 2002 Financial Benchmarking Study presents a management process to strengthen members' financial decision-making resources by analyzing the factors that provide the most profitable franchising...

Celebrate Franchise Appreciation Day 2004 in Washington, D.C! Franchisors and franchisees should plan now to make franchising's voice heard on Capitol Hill.(Government Relations)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... On September 28, the franchising community will once again visit Capitol Hill to celebrate Franchise Appreciation Day and share the good news of franchising with Congress. Last year, more than 130 franchisees, franchisors and supplier...

States seek to raise revenues by closing corporate "loopholes": IFA forms the Tax Information Network in response.(Government Relations)
April 1, 2004... According to the dictionary, one might define "loophole" as a "means of escape or evasion." In the world of state corporate income taxes and budgets, this term has become synonymous with businesses structured in such a way that it substantially...

A Franchising World Q & A.(Legal/Legislative)(Interview)
April 1, 2004... Mississippi Senator Billy Hewes was first elected to the state legislature in 1992 and is currently the chairman of the Senate Highway & Transportation Committee. In addition, Sen. Hewes sits on the Legislative Budget; Business and Financial...

Technology aids franchisee-franchisor communication.(Technology Case Study)
April 1, 2004... Nationwide Floor & Window Coverings had some communication and dissemination issues. Being a believer in frequent messages and updates, the company was spending thousands and thousands of dollars on paper and postage. In addition, there was...

Essential steps to more effective and accountable field marketing.(Marketing & Public Relations)
April 1, 2004... If you don't have a $10,000,000 marketing budget and need to be more competitive, attract more customers, and achieve higher sales levels, a field marketing and local store marketing (LSM) system is essential. It must be a strategic and...

Earnings claims in new marketing techniques get informal FTC review.(Legal/Legislative)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... A new Federal Trade Commission informal staff advisory addresses for the first time the application of the Franchise Rule's general media earnings claims provisions to new marketing techniques, such as pop-up screens and banner advertisements...

Developing strategic lending alliances: a guide for franchisors.(Finance)
April 1, 2004... Franchise development can be a challenging process for a franchisor. One way to mitigate risk and expedite the process is to form strategic partnerships with a variety of financing institutions that will help potential franchisees secure the...

IFA Ombudsman program utilizes two-way communication to resolve conflicts.(Conflict Resolution)(International Franchise Association)
April 1, 2004... One of the primary features of the International Franchise Association (IFA) Ombudsman Program is that it facilitates constructive communication between franchisors and franchisees to address current concerns. Both franchisees and franchisors...

Archive highlights achievements of franchise pioneer William Rosenberg: University of New Hampshire's Rosenberg Center unveils research collection.(Education & Training)
April 1, 2004... The Univ. of New Hampshire's William Rosenberg International Center of Franchising in Durham has established the William Rosenberg Collection to give persons an introduction to one of the franchise sector's most influential entrepreneurs. The...

International Franchise Association 44th annual convention highlights.(Convention Highlights)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Nearly 2,000 members of the franchising community attended IFA's 44th annual convention March 6-9 in Las Vegas. The four-day fest was headlined by former President George Bush and former First Lady Barbara Bush, spiced up with a Taste of...

Air Serv Heating & Air Conditioning.(People)(appointed Doyle James as president and Chris Elmore as vice president )(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Air Serv Heating & Air Conditioning, a subsidiary of The Dwyer Group, has named Doyle James president and Chris Elmore vice president of operations.

Allegra Network.(People)(appointed Carl Gerhardt as president and COO)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Allegra Network has named Carl Gerhardt president and COO.

Applebee's International.(People)(promoted Carol DiRaimo to vice president)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Applebee's International has promoted Carol DiRaimo to vice president of investor relations.

Burger King.(People)(promoted Jim Hyatt, Pam Long and Lynette McKee )(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Burger King has promoted Jim Hyatt to senior vice president of U.S. franchise operations, Pam Long to vice president of operations excellence, and Lynette McKee vice president, U.S. franchises development.

Boston Pizza.(People)(promoted Michael Best to COO)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Boston Pizza has promoted Michael Best to COO.

Children's Orchard.(People)(appointed Taylor Bond as CEO, president and chairman )(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Children's Orchard has named Taylor Bond CEO, president and chairman of the board.

Choice Hotels.(People)(appoinyed Kevin Clayton as national director )(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Choice Hotels has named Kevin Clayton national director of full service development.

Computer Moms has changed its corporate name to CM IT Solutions.(People)(appointed Gordon Bridge as president)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Computer Moms has changed its corporate name to CM IT Solutions and has named Gordon Bridge president.

The Dwyer Group.(People)(appointed Jim Bruha as chief information officer)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... The Dwyer Group has named Jim Bruha chief information officer.

DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen.(People)(appointed Shawn McCadden as franchise systems manager)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen has named Shawn McCadden franchise systems manager.

Glass Doctor.(People)(appointments)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Glass Doctor, an affiliate of The Dwyer Group, has named Nick Greville COO, Dana Mather vice president and general manager of company store operations, Stephanie Schreurs brand manager, Doug Dotson, George Eghotz, Brian Holdreth, Tom Pollard,...

Maui Wowi.(People)(appointed Mike Edwards as vice president )(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Maui Wowi has named Mike Edwards vice president of franchise development.

McDonald's.(People)(appointed Jeff Stratton for USA and Eric Leininger for global business)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... McDonald's has named Jeff Stratton executive vice president, chief restaurant officer, McDonald's USA and Eric Leininger head of the company's global business research.

Moran Industries.(People)(appointed Scott Samuel as operations manager)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Moran Industries has named Scott Samuel as the company's new operations manager.

Relax The Back.(People)(appointed John Montgomery and J.D. Nespoli )(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Relax The Back has named John Montgomery as chief operations officer and J.D. Nespoli as vice president of merchandising.

Sbarro.(People)(appointed Peter Beaudrault as president )(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Sbarro has appointed Peter Beaudrault president of quick service dining.

The Sports Section.(People)(appointed Doug Otto for Canada)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... The Sports Section has appointed Doug Otto to head its expansion into Canada as master franchisee.

Wendy's.(People)(Wendy's International Inc. appointed Bill Moreton as executive vice president)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Wendy's has named Bill Moreton executive vice president, subsidiary brand strategy.

Great Clips raised nearly $300,000 in 2003 through its Great Needs charity program.(Community Involvement)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Great Clips raised nearly $300,000 in 2003 through its Great Needs charity program. The company contributed the funds to charities such as American Red Cross, Children's Hospitals, Ronald McDonald House, Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation...

World Children's Day at McDonald's raised more than $15 million for children in need at the annual World children's Day at McDonald's fundraiser on Nov. 20 in more than 100 countries.(Community Involvement)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... World Children's Day at McDonald's raised more than $15 million for children in need at the annual World children's Day at McDonald's fundraiser on Nov. 20 in more than 100 countries. The funds benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities and...

An innovative children's drawing program is bringing those same benefits to seniors, showing that people of any age can be "young at art" with KidzArt for Seniors.(Marketing)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... An innovative children's drawing program is bringing those same benefits to seniors, showing that people of any age can be "young at art" with KidzArt for Seniors. KidzArt was founded in 1993 as a guided art program for kids ranging from...

Thomas Walters.(Marketing)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Thomas Walters of Muskegon, Mich won $5,000 after being named national winner of the Meineke Performance Center's in-store sweepstakes.

More than 1,800 Supercuts locations can now create direct marketing campaigns online through MailnetExpress.(Marketing)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... More than 1,800 Supercuts locations can now create direct marketing campaigns online through MailnetExpress. Supercuts locations can use the Web-based service to manage their individual direct mail campaign needs, from targeting stylists for...

Topping 500,000 new members in just three years, Accor's Red Roof Inns' RediCard Preferred Member program is celebrating with the introduction of new benefits that include the opportunity for members to earn miles in the Delta Air Lines SkyMiles program, and a new member-only Web site.(Marketing)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Topping 500,000 new members in just three years, Accor's Red Roof Inns' RediCard Preferred Member program is celebrating with the introduction of new benefits that include the opportunity for members to earn miles in the Delta Air Lines...

Competing in the Super 8 Motels International Bedmaking Championship on Jan. 31 at the Mall of America in Bloomington, Minn., Rebecca Rother beat 27 of the fastest and finest Super 8 housekeepers from across the United States and Canada to claim the title and the prize of $25,000 cash.(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Competing in the Super 8 Motels International Bedmaking Championship on Jan. 31 at the Mall of America in Bloomington, Minn., Rebecca Rother beat 27 of the fastest and finest Super 8 housekeepers from across the United States and Canada to...

Subway Restaurants' weight-loss hero Jared Fogle and WNBA star Lisa Leslie were at New York City's PS 20, The Anna Silver School for Art and Technology, in January to kick-off "Jared's School Tour," the restaurant chain's national childhood obesity prevention initiative.(Marketing)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Subway Restaurants' weight-loss hero Jared Fogle and WNBA star Lisa Leslie were at New York City's PS 20, The Anna Silver School for Art and Technology, in January to kick-off "Jared's School Tour," the restaurant chain's national childhood...

Blimpie Subs & Salads has announced that it has entered into a master lease relationship agreement.(Growing the Business)(with Wal-Mart Stores Inc.)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Blimpie Subs & Salads has announced that it has entered into a master lease relationship agreement with Wal-Mart to own and operate more than 100 BLIMPIE Xpress restaurants in Wal-Mart retail locations in 2004.

John Elliott, a 15-year NFL veteran signed a three-year development deal with Dunkin' Donuts.(Growing the Business)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... John Elliott, a 15-year NFL veteran signed a three-year development deal with Dunkin' Donuts to open three shops within the next three years. Rainbow International Restoration and Cleaning has begun construction on a training house at...

RE/MAX has expanded into Denmark.(Growing the Business)(named Gisli Gislason as regional director )(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... RE/MAX has expanded into Denmark; Gisli Gislason is the new regional director there.

Subway opened its 200th outlet in the United Kingdom.(Growing the Business)(100th location in New Zealand)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Subway opened its 200th outlet in the United Kingdom and 100th location in New Zealand.

Wireless Zone opened its 200th store.(Growing the Business)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Wireless Zone opened its 200th store, upon expansion into Florida and Virginia.

Rainbow spotted at South Pole.(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... The Rainbow International flag has been flying over the South Pole after explorer Fiona Thornewill became the fastest person in the world no complete the solo trek. Sponsored in part by disaster restoration specialists Rainbow International and...

FRANdata.(Transactions)(acquired by its former president Darrell Johnson)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... FRANdata has been acquired by former company president Darrell Johnson.

The Home Depot has signed an agreement.(Transactions)(with HomeVestors of America, Inc. to supply materials)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... The Home Depot has signed an agreement to be the exclusive building materials supplier to HomeVestors of America, Inc.

Of Note.
April 1, 2004... Money Mailer is celebrating 25 years of service.

For the second consecutive year, Choice Hotels International, franchisor of Comfort Inn, Comfort Suites, Quality, Sleep Inn, Clarion, MainStay Suites, Econo Lodge and Rodeway Inn hotels, has received a "Workplace Excellence" Seal of Approval Award and the "Excellent Place to Work".(Honors)(by Maryland Work-Life Alliance)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... For the second consecutive year, Choice Hotels International, franchisor of Comfort Inn, Comfort Suites, Quality, Sleep Inn, Clarion, MainStay Suites, Econo Lodge and Rodeway Inn hotels, has received a "Workplace Excellence" Seal of Approval...

The Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association International has recognized Choice Hotels International with a Golden Click Silver Merit Award for its franchise sales Web site.(Honors)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... The Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association International has recognized Choice Hotels International with a Golden Click Silver Merit Award for its franchise sales Web site, and Bronze Merit Awards for retail promotions excellence for its...

Coverall Cleaning Concepts has named Amie Jumanan.(Honors)(Virgilio DelaCruz, and Anthony Long its 2003 Franchise Owners of the Year)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Coverall Cleaning Concepts has named Amie Jumanan, Virgilio DelaCruz, and Anthony Long its 2003 Franchise Owners of the Year.

Agustin Monge of Sendero De Ensueno (S.E.) S.A., has been named Operator of the Year for 2003 by Denny's.(Honors)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Agustin Monge of Sendero De Ensueno (S.E.) S.A., has been named Operator of the Year for 2003 by Denny's. It is the second consecutive year that Monge has received the honor.

DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen by Worldwide.(Honors)(Professional Remodeler's 2003 Benchmark Marker Leaders)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen by Worldwide has been named one of Professional Remodeler's 2003 Benchmark Marker Leaders.

Athens draws a crowd.(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... More than 17,900 visitors attended the Sixth KEM International Franchise Exhibition in Athens, Greece Jan. 30 Feb. 2. Also on hand to represent their organizations were European Franchise Federation Pres. Pierie Jeanmart, international...

A message from Dina Dwyer-Owens, Chair of the IFA VetFran Committee.(VetFran)
April 1, 2004... The support for VetFran has been overwhelming! Since the program was re-invigorated in late 2002, more than 100 franchise-company members of the International Franchise Association have stepped forward and expressed their patriotic gratitude to...