Franchising World articles from January 2007

Franchising World archives from January 2007

Prepare for IFA convention 2007.(IN THIS ISSUE)
January 1, 2007... It's convention season once again. From all indications, we can expect a successful and well-attended event in Las Vegas next month. Registrations are running ahead of last year at this time. Those who have previously attended the International...

Welcome to a new Congress, and a New Year.(Column)
January 1, 2007... Ringing in the New Year is a cause for celebration and a time for change. It's also a time to reflect on last year's course of events and resolve to make improvements. This New Year also signals a shift in the political climate after a November...

IFA 2006 convention reflections.(INTERNATIONAL FRANCHISE ASSOCIATION'S ANNUAL CONVENTION PREVIEW)(Franchising World magazine)(International Franchise Association)
January 1, 2007... Franchising World magazine invited a trio of first-time International Franchise Association annual convention participants and members who are new to the association to share their impressions of the group's annual meeting that was held in...

Networking--it's more important than you think: and often, it's easier than imagined.(INTERNATIONAL FRANCHISE ASSOCIATION'S ANNUAL CONVENTION PREVIEW)
January 1, 2007... Here is an interesting mental exercise.... Take a moment to reflect on a few of the better things that have happened over the course of a person's business or personal life. Chances are some of the biggest successes happened as a result of...

Franchise executives share insights on leadership.(INTERNATIONAL FRANCHISE ASSOCIATION'S ANNUAL CONVENTION PREVIEW)
January 1, 2007... The perfect preview for the International Franchise Association's annual convention is to remind members of the outstanding resources available to them during the Feb. 24 to 27 event in Las Vegas: some of the sector's leading experts. Once...

Introducing the International Franchise Association's board of directors and executive committee.(INTERNATIONAL FRANCHISE ASSOCIATION'S ANNUAL CONVENTION PREVIEW)
January 1, 2007... The International Franchise Association's leadership includes some of the sectors most gifted and accomplished rep as members of its board of directors. Franchisees, franchisors and suppliers make up the board and their franchised food to fuels...

2007 Nominees to the International Franchise Association's board of directors.(INTERNATIONAL FRANCHISE ASSOCIATION'S ANNUAL CONVENTION PREVIEW)
January 1, 2007... Join the association in saluting the franchising experts who have been nominated to serve on the 2007 International Franchise Association's board of directors. These incoming directors will add their insights to ensure that the association's...

47th Annual International Franchise Convention February 24-27, 2007.
January 1, 2007... Building Future Together FEBRUARY 24-27, 2007 Caesars Palace Las Vegas, NV For more information or to register, visit www.franchise.org or call the Conference Department at 202/628-8000. Why should you invest your time and...

The International Franchise Association's federal and state issues: a year in review.(FW FOCUS: GOVERNMENT RELATIONS)
January 1, 2007... The International Franchise Association's Government Relations team conducts a comprehensive government relations program designed to preserve and enhance the legislative and regulatory climate for the growth of franchising. The Government...

States' political landscapes pose challenges and opportunities: focus and strategy for accomplishing franchising community's goals will change.(FW FOCUS: GOVERNMENT RELATIONS)
January 1, 2007... Now that the 2006 elections have been digested and state legislatures are starting to gather for their 2007 sessions, a look at what the changing political climate means for the franchising sector is in order. No one can deny that Democrats...

The profile of franchising: 2006: this is the sixth and final in the series of IFA Educational Foundation-FRANdata research reports about the franchising sector.
January 1, 2007... Presented by: FRANdata Increasing Number of Franchise Systems Provide "Earnings Claims" to Franchise Candidates "How much can I make?" That's often the first and most persistent question that franchisors get asked by their...

Franchise Association proves its reach is global.(FW FOCUS: INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT)
January 1, 2007... The International Franchise Association once again proved that its outreach is truly global as it co-sponsored an event that brought together experts from various member companies to share their expertise and insights with more than 100...

Franchising in the Middle East, Dubai and beyond: with more than 120 nationalities residing in the city, and an extensive tourist component in the GCC's commercial hub, Dubai, has been coined a "window to world.".(FW FOCUS: INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT)(Gulf Cooperative Council)
January 1, 2007... The Arabian Gulf, sometimes referred to as the Persian Gulf, is at the very heart of the Middle East and North Africa region, a powerful economy consisting of a combined population of 1.4 billion people and a staggering combined Gross Domestic...

Generation Y not now? Make way for the fresh faces of franchising.(FW FOCUS: TRENDS)
January 1, 2007... For many franchisees, the entrepreneurial spirit is an instinct that developed after many years in the workforce. The extent of their business experience gave them the confidence they needed to become their own boss. Others are born with...

Talking the line: franchise relations in the age of high technology: if the Internet is used to foster open and honest dialogue, it will be an invaluable tool for franchise organizations.(FW FOCUS: FRANCHISE RELATIONS)
January 1, 2007... The franchise relationship has long been the lynchpin of successful franchising, but that lynchpin comes with a catch. In order to maintain the long-term health of any franchise system, the franchise company needs to act as a trainer and...

Reaching the next level with private equity.(FW FOCUS: FINANCE)
January 1, 2007... "Look before you leap," is often given as advice. In today's world there is plenty of capital available for franchise systems. Venture capitalists and private-equity investors have grown comfortable with the predictable cash flow and exciting...

Franchises creating opportunities for veterans: more than 600 military veterans have transitioned to become franchise business owners.(FW FOCUS: HONORING AMERICA'S VETERANS)
January 1, 2007... The International Franchise Association honors veterans by offering them financial incentives to become business owners through the association's Veterans Transition Franchise Initiative program, known as VetFran. Presently, 238 IFA-member...

Turning around a struggling franchise company.(FW FOCUS: MANAGEMENT & OPERATIONS)
January 1, 2007... What would an individual do if presented with an opportunity to be the president a struggling franchise company? He believes the concept has potential, that the franchise system has been mismanaged and that this has led to the decline or...

What it takes to succeed in franchise sales.(FW FOCUS: MANAGEMENT & OPERATIONS)
January 1, 2007... There is an interesting question being asked in franchise development circles today. Is franchise selling really selling at all? Many professionals are taking the approach that franchise sales is not so much a matter of traditional selling, as...

The world's hottest franchise concepts premiering in the South: Miami Beach Convention Center, Florida, January 19-21, 2007.(FW FOCUS: FRANCHISE EXPO SOUTH)
January 1, 2007... Franchise Expo South Exhibitors * denotes IFA Member A Sweet Beginning Wedding Consultant & Event Planning * Booth #732 Accor North America * Booth #125 The Alternative Board * Booth #820 American Prosperity...

Franchises add trade shows to marketing mix.(FW FOCUS: FRANCHISE EXPO)
January 1, 2007... From old to new, high investment to low, sophisticated to entry-level, more and more concepts are turning to expos as a way to market their franchise systems. And the reason, they say, is simple. It's the exposure. "Exposure is what we...

Welcome new IFA members.(Brief article)
January 1, 2007... Franchise Systems Artuzzi's Italian Kitchen, Alpharetta, Contact Jeffrey Newsham CrepeMaker, Inc., South Miami, Contact Christopher Hoffman Estrada Strategies Franchise Inc., Ontario, Calif., Contact Linda Gellis Floyd's 99...

1-800-DryClean.(PEOPLE)
January 1, 2007... Earl Shinabarger is the new franchise development manager for 1-800-DryClean.

Big O Tires.(PEOPLE)
January 1, 2007... Big O Tires promoted Terry Miller to regional business manager for the southwest region and hired Greg Pater as the area sales manager.

Carlson Restaurants Worldwide.(PEOPLE)
January 1, 2007... Carlson Restaurants Worldwide promoted Kathleen Taylor-Gadsby to vice president of corporate HR and diversity.

Noreen Manvell joined Cartridge World.(PEOPLE)
January 1, 2007... Noreen Manvell joined Cartridge World as director of real estate.

Franchise Business Review.(PEOPLE)
January 1, 2007... Franchise Business Review hired Jack Burris as vice president of marketing and development.

HomeVestors of America.(PEOPLE)
January 1, 2007... HomeVestors of America named Jeffrey Kirschner associate director of franchise development.

MaggieMoo's International.(PEOPLE)
January 1, 2007... MagieMoo's International hired Start Friedman as senior vice president, chief development officer.

Molly Maid.(PEOPLE)
January 1, 2007... Mathew Mulholland was named franchise development manager for Molly Maid.

RE/MAX International.(PEOPLE)
January 1, 2007... RE/MAX International named Gerald R. Steen vice president, franchise sales.

Social Franchise Ventures.(PEOPLE)
January 1, 2007... Social Franchise Ventures welcomed Sarah Kroon Chiles as a new advisor to its Strategic Advisory Council.

Wendy's International.(PEOPLE)
January 1, 2007... Wendy's International named Kerrii Anderson CEO and president.

Wyndham Hotels and Resorts.(PEOPLE)
January 1, 2007... Wyndham Hotels and Resorts appointed Faith Taylor as vice president of innovation and product development.

Choice Hotels International signed an agreement.(Mergers, Acquisitions and Transactions.)
January 1, 2007... Choice Hotels International signed an agreement making Choice Hotels Europe part of its franchising operation.

Roark Capital Group acquired Schlotzsky's making it a wholly-owned subsidiary.(Mergers, Acquisitions and Transactions)
January 1, 2007... Roark Capital Group acquired Schlotzsky's making it a wholly-owned subsidiary of Focus Brands.

Denny's.(Awards)
January 1, 2007... Through its partnership with the Hispanic College Fund, Denny's presented 36 college students with scholarships of up to $5,000 each.

HomeVestors of America.(Awards)
January 1, 2007... HomeVestors of America was ranked 56th among the Dallas 100 by the Caruth Institute at the Cox School of Business at Southern Methodist University.

Regis Corporation.(Awards)
January 1, 2007... Regis Corporation honored 12 of its franchisees with the Franchisee of the Year award including Jamil and Kitty Alaily, Kimberly, Wis. with Multi-Concept and Mentor/Coaching Award; Dorothy Misener, Woodstock, Ontario, Choice Haircutters; Drew...

CKE Restaurants.(Marketing)
January 1, 2007... CKE Restaurants licensed XPIENT Solutions' complete product suite for implementation at its 1,200 company-owned restaurant locations.

Denny's.(Marketing)
January 1, 2007... Denny's launched a company-wide language learning program to help Spanish-speaking employees improve their English and build brand loyalty among its Hispanic guests.

Little Caesars.(Marketing)
January 1, 2007... Little Caesars announced a unique program for veterans, which features enhanced benefits to franchise purchases for service-disabled veterans.

QSR Magazine.(Marketing)(Brief article)
January 1, 2007... QSR Magazine will name the best quick-service companies for minority and female operators in May 2007 from any franchise company in the quick-service industry with five or more U.S.-based units. Submission deadline is Jan. 31, 2007.

Sport Clips.(Marketing)
January 1, 2007... Sport Clips signed a partnership agreement to become the "Official Haircutter of the Chicago Bulls."

Camp Bow Wow.(Milestones)
January 1, 2007... Camp Bow Wow sold its 150th franchise.

The Dwyer Group's Mr. Appliance.(Milestones)
January 1, 2007... The Dwyer Group's Mr. Appliance hit the 100 franchisee mark bringing all six of the Dwyer Group concepts to that level.

Robeks.(Milestones)
January 1, 2007... Robeks opened its 100th store and celebrated the company's 10th anniversary.

The Melting Pot.(Awards)(Richmond restaurant recognized as 2006 Franchise of the Year)(Brief article)
January 1, 2007... The Melting Pot recognized its Richmond restaurant as 2006 Franchise of the Year. Chad Hornik, owner of The Melting Pot of Richmond, Va. accepted the award. From left is Melting Pot Vice Pres. of Franchise Operations Dick Sveum, CEO Mark...

Cold Stone Creamery.(Growth)(contract)(Brief article)
January 1, 2007... Cold Stone Creamery reached an agreement with the President Chain Store Corp. to open 105 stores in Mainland China and 60 stores in Taiwan over the next seven years and plans to open stores in Indonesia, Mexico and the Gulf Cooperation Council...

El Pollo Loco.(Growth)
January 1, 2007... El Pollo Loco inked a series of multiunit development agreements to open 61 new locations in Georgia, Missouri, Arizona, Virginia and Utah.

MaggieMoo's.(Growth)
January 1, 2007... MaggieMoo's opened its fourth regional franchise in the Pacific Northwest in Mercer Island, Wash.

Denny's.(Community Service)(Fisher House Foundation )(Brief article)
January 1, 2007... Denny's partnered with Fisher House Foundation to offer discounted meals to military service members, retirees, veterans and their families staying at any of the 35 Fisher Houses located in 13 U.S. states. Denny's also launched a national...

Holiday Inn Hotels & Resorts.(Community Service)
January 1, 2007... Holiday Inn Hotels & Resorts created a new initiative, "Book a Room, Help a Child," to raise money and awareness for Big Brothers Big Sisters.

RE/MAX International.(Community Service)
January 1, 2007... RE/MAX International President Vinnie Tracey was appointed chair of Children's Miracle Network.

Social Franchise Ventures announced two new clients.(Community Service)
January 1, 2007... Social Franchise Ventures announced two new clients: CMARC and Living Classrooms Foundation.

Wyndham Hotels and Resorts.(Community Service)(Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation received donation of $100,000 )(Brief article)
January 1, 2007... Wyndham Hotels and Resorts donated $100,000 to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, and conducted fundraising and an educational campaign about self-examinations among its hotel guests and employees.

The UPS Store and Mail Boxes Etc. franchisees donated $50,000.(Community Service)
January 1, 2007... The UPS Store and Mail Boxes Etc. franchisees donated $50,000 to the Toys for Tots Campaign.