Franchising World articles from October 2005

Franchising World archives from October 2005

2006 Supplier Source Book.(IN THIS ISSUE)(International Franchise Association)
October 1, 2005... It often seems that once some franchise companies start in business, they always look for the less expensive way to complete necessary projects and my company was no exception to that limiting strategy. Now that American Leak Detection has...

Suppliers role vital to future of franchising.(IFA PRESIDENTS'S COLUMN)(International Franchise Association)
October 1, 2005... Our Supplier Forum members play a vital and multi-faceted role in the success of franchising. Not only do they provide solutions and support to franchisors and franchisees, but they also make an critical contribution to the success of...

Choosing the right supplier for your franchise business.(2006 SUPPLIER SOURCE BOOK)
October 1, 2005... Choosing a supplier for your franchise business can be a daunting process. Franchisors and franchisees alike want to choose the most qualified supplier, with experience appropriate to the underlying task to accomplish the project in an...

Selecting a franchise consultant.(2006 SUPPLIER SOURCE BOOK)
October 1, 2005... "May those in need of independent guidance have the courage to seek counsel and the wisdom to distinguish good from bad advice." --Thomas Aquinas You have a business you want to franchise or you are franchising and require consultation on...

Looking for more franchisees? A franchise lead referral network can help.(2006 SUPPLIER SOURCE BOOK)
October 1, 2005... Franchise lead referral networks, along with their consultants (also known as brokers, coaches or affiliates), are emerging as an integral part of the franchise sector. A franchise lead referral network works with potential franchisee...

Executive dashboard: a decision maker's favorite: if you can't measure it, how can you manage it?(2006 SUPPLIER SOURCE BOOK)
October 1, 2005... Your automobile has a dashboard that gives you information. It tells you how fast you are going, if you are low on oil, when you need fuel, and other vital statistics. If the yellow warning light comes on, you know to rush to your mechanic for...

Understanding private-equity partnerships: the private equity feasibility test: is your franchise an ideal candidate?
October 1, 2005... As franchise companies seek ways to strengthen their brands and boost the number of successful franchise locations, many are gun-shy about entering the often misunderstood world of private equity for their needs. While private equity is not a...

Selecting the right credit card processor for your system.(2006 SUPPLIER SOURCE BOOK)
October 1, 2005... This may seem like a simple task, but generally there's more to it than meets the eye. Too often, the focus is only on "what is your rate?" But upon closer review, there is so much more to the world of credit card processing. Franchising adds...

Implementing a strategy to purchase insurance takes time: insurance, it's what business-owners love to hate.(2006 SUPPLIER SOURCE BOOK)
October 1, 2005... Any business owner would have a difficult time staying afloat on the changing tides and nuances that affect the franchising sector and ultimately their premiums without the help of a qualified agent. To top it off insurers have a language all...

Mass media and targeted communications: not "either or," but "when and why?" It's not a question of either-or, it's what and when.(2006 SUPPLIER SOURCE BOOK)
October 1, 2005... With few exceptions, very business faces two basic tasks: acquiring new customers and growing current ones. Both goals involve communicating with customers or prospects, and we have more media available to us with which to do it than ever...

How to use direct mail profitably: managing the process demands understanding of priorities and concepts.(2006 SUPPLIER SOURCE BOOK)
October 1, 2005... Direct mail can be a powerful and successful means for franchises to reach their target audience. It also can be expensive and difficult to coordinate among many local markets. If the proper tools are not provided to franchisees, a brand...

Look before you leap: choosing a direct mail marketing partner: to get the most out of the relationship, make sure to do the necessary homework upfront.(2006 SUPPLIER SOURCE BOOK)
October 1, 2005... As a franchisor, you want your franchisees to succeed. Your commitment to your franchisees may have you considering a direct mail marketing partner. As a franchisor you want to control your brand while at the same time encourage your...

Royalty auditing: more than just crunching numbers: tips on what to look for when hiring a royalty auditor.(2006 SUPPLIER SOURCE BOOK)
October 1, 2005... A pizza franchisee's sales don't fluctuate with the heavy advertising done by the franchisor in their area, A plumbing franchisee's ex-bookkeeper sends in copies of invoices never reported on their royalty statements. Other insurance...

Selecting a professional employer organization: a guide to finding the right one for your franchise system.(2006 SUPPLIER SOURCE BOOK)
October 1, 2005... Life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness--these are the bedrock principles of what it means to be an American. Life and liberty come with the territory. And for many, owning a business gives us a chance to pursue happiness on our own terms...

Political involvement does not end with Franchise Appreciation Day.
October 1, 2005... Franchise community leaders who came to the nation's capital for the International Franchise Association's Sixth Annual Franchise Appreciation Day and met with legislators and staffers, policymakers and insiders performed a tremendous service...

Franchise sector honors small-business leader.(FW FOCUS: GOVERNMENT RELATIONS)(Donald Manzullo of House Committee on Small Business)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... U. S. House Small Business Committee Chairman Donald Manzullo (R-Ill.) was honored as Legislator of the Year Sept. 12 by the International Franchise Association. Manzullo accepted the award during ceremonies of the association's Franchise...

Q & A with U.S. Rep. John T. Doolittle.(FW FOCUS: A FRANSCHISING WORLD Q & A)(Interview)
October 1, 2005... For the 108th and 109th Congresses, Rep. John T. Doolittle, who represents the Fourth Congressional District of California, was elected as the secretary of the House Republication Conference, the sixth highest-ranking elected position in the...

State highlights: IFA participates in two legislative conferences: health care debate moves to the local level.(International Franchise Association)
October 1, 2005... Every summer, thousands of state legislators, policy experts and government relations professionals pack their bags and travel the country to attend two important legislative conferences--the American Legislative Exchange Council annual meeting...

Beyond customer satisfaction: how quality assurance can help you run a better business.(FW FOCUS: MANAGEMENT & OPERATIONS)
October 1, 2005... Every franchisee wants customers who love the product, leave happy and return often to buy more. It's no secret that solid quality assurance procedures are critical in achieving that goal. However, quality can go way beyond guest satisfaction...

People: your best brand advantage: differentiating your brand to beat the competition involves an investment of employees and franchisees.(FW FOCUS: MANAGEMENT & OPERATIONS)
October 1, 2005... When it comes to defining a company's branding, the task can be overwhelming. In fact, a Google search of the term yields more than 12 million matches and it's as though there are as many elements to be considered. Basically brand is image....

Choosing a management company? There are advantages to having a large management company run your franchise.(FW FOCUS: MANAGEMENT & OPERATIONS)
October 1, 2005... Once the investment in a franchise has been made an owner must then decide who will manage that business. There are a lot of folks offering advice on what kind of management company delivers the highest return-on-investment (big vs. small,...

Can't get your franchisees to use technology? Try a little humor, creativity: spending money on technology that no one uses is no joke.
October 1, 2005... "Oh no, here comes the technology guy." At conventions and industry events the refrain is the same; everyone's leery of the "boring tech guy" who gives the same, tired "new technology innovations seminar," featuring confusing,...

Building autonomy into a growing franchise system.(FW FOCUS: FRANCHISE RELATIONS)
October 1, 2005... One of the biggest challenges in franchising is determining the right balance of structure and control in a franchise system. At one end of the spectrum there are franchisors that give their franchisees great levels of autonomy. At the other...

Strengthening franchise relationships--keeping trial lawyers out of your business: technological advances have come at the expense of the personal touch that was important in establishing many franchisor-franchisee relationships.
October 1, 2005... What did Shakespeare say about killing all the lawyers? When it comes to strengthening relationships between franchisors and franchisees, many franchisors might argue Shakespeare had the answer. However, there may be an easier answer. ...

ExxonMobil and National Urban League unite to identify and attract more minority retailers: African-American entrepreneurs for ExxonMobil retail ownership opportunities sought.
October 1, 2005... ExxonMobil and the National Urban League recently announced a new collaborative effort to help identify and attract minority dealers and distributors to own and operate Exxon and Mobil service stations. "A key objective of the National...

Diversity Institute to build bridges with partners: International Franchise Association Educational Foundation Chairman Steve Greenbaum, CFE, CEO and president of PostNet International Franchise Corp., recently announced the appointment of the members of the Diversity Institute's Advisory Council.(FW FOCUS: DIVERSITY INSTITUTE)
October 1, 2005... "The Diversity Institute is building bridges with other organizations. By working together with our 'diversity partners', we can help our members tap a broad range of expertise and resources," said Greenbaum. The council members include:...

New book charts significance of corporate values: how does a multi-million dollar corporation retain a close corporate culture and family atmosphere? Dwyer Group President and CEO Dina Dwyer-Owens, CFE, shares how she answers that question in a recently released book titled "Live R.I.C.H.: The Dwyer Group Code of Values and the Road to Success.".
October 1, 2005... The book credits a code of values that is erected upon the foundation of respect, integrity, customer focus and having fun. Dwyer-Owens maintains that these values have helped the company remain grounded as it grew from $27 million to more than...

How to select a franchise supplier.(SUPPLIER SOURCE BOOK)
October 1, 2005... You are reading a Directory of Members of the IFA's Supplier Forum presumably because you are either curious about the membership, or because you need a product or service which may be offered by someone identified in the directory. At this...

International Franchise Associations Supplier Source Book 2006.(ACCOUNTANTS-BUSINESS PRODUCTS/SYSTEMS)(Directory)
October 1, 2005... ACCOUNTANTS AMERICAN EXPRESS TAX & BUSINESS SERVICES (800) 621-0373 (312) 634-3400 (312) 634-3410 FAX One South Wacker Drive, Suite 800, Chicago, IL 60603 Email: thomas.j.green@aexp.com Internet:...

International Franchise Association's Supplier Source Book 2006.(CHECK/CREDIT CARD SERVICES-FRANCHISE CONSULTANTS)
October 1, 2005... CHECK/CREDIT CARD SERVICES CHASE MERCHANT SERVICES, LLC (954) 845-4938 3975 NW 120th Avenue, Coral Springs, FL 33065 Email: dmullins@chasemerchantservices.com Internet: http://www.chasemerchantservices.com CONTACT:...

Sport Clips: dedicated to excellence.(SPOTLIGHT ON SUCCESS)(Advertisement)
October 1, 2005... "Sport Clips is dedicated to excellence in all that we do. To achieve this goal, we must have the best people on our Team. We are continually looking for tools to help us make better decisions when we select Area Developers, Team Leaders...

Leading the lead generation challenge with online marketing: online lead generation can maximize organizational growth and profitability from the national to the local level.(SPOTLIGHT ON SUCCESS)
October 1, 2005... Americans are more sophisticated and demanding about their quality of life than ever. To keep up with today's savvy, demanding franchise prospects and consumers, we need to be smarter about reaching them. Once we have reached them we need to...

West Coast Franchise Expo: the hot spot for franchise education this fall: combined seminars offer plenty of savings for franchise sector and prospects.(FW FOCUS: FRANCHISE EVENTS)
October 1, 2005... Education is the key to business success. It's also the single biggest reason newcomers and veterans of franchising will be attending the West Coast Franchise Expo, Nov. 4-6, at the Los Angeles Convention Center. Considered a prime...

Find answers at Franchise.Org.(FW FOCUS: FIND IT AT FRANCHISE.ORG)
October 1, 2005... A number of programs, seminars and activities recognize the value of interaction among fellow colleagues in the franchising sector. Communicating via e-mail using the International Franchise Association's Franchise Discussion Forum offers...

Budget Blinds.(appointments)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... Budget Blinds named Phil Mettra vice president of marketing.

Cartoon Cuts.(appiontment of Jorge I. Salvat)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... Cartoon Cuts Pres. and CEO Jorge I. Salvat has been elected to the board of directors of the International Chain Salon Association.

The Business Roundtable.(Cendant Corp.'s Henry R. Silverman appointed)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... The Business Roundtable named Cendant Chairman and CEO Henry R. Silverman chairman of its Fiscal Policy Task Force. He will spearhead the group's efforts to advance federal tax and spending policies that foster vigorous economic growth and a...

DLA Piper Rudnick Gray Cary US LLP.(Marc Seidler and John Verhey appointed)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... DLA Piper Rudnick Gray Cary US LLP announced that Marc Seidler and John Verhey have joined the firm's franchise and distribution group in the Chicago office.

FranNet.(Rick Shampaine appointed)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... FranNet selected Rick Shampaine as vice president of franchisor relations.

Glass Doctor.(Dan Mock promoted)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... Glass Doctor promoted Dan Mock to vice president of operations. He replaces Mark Dawson, who was recently appointed president.

The Maids Home Services.(Thorn Johnson appointed)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... The Maids Home Services named Thorn Johnson director of information technology.

Lenny's Franchisor.(Tony McMillon and Steve Frase appointed)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... Lenny's Franchisor (Lenny's Sub Shops) has hired Steve Frase and Tony McMillon to serve as manager of programming and network support, and director of operations for the franchisee group, Dynamic Growth Partners, respectively. DGP recently...

MosquitoNix.(Dan O'Neal and Steve Wilson appointed)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... MosquitoNix has added Dan O'Neal as the company's new CEO and Steve Wilson as vice president of sales and marketing.

RE/MAX International.(Kerron Stokes and Kevin Northrup appointed)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... RE/MAX International promoted Kerron Stokes to regional vice president of RE/MAX Eastern Pennsylvania and Delaware, and Kevin Northrup to regional vice president of the RE/MAX Pacific Northwest region.

PIP Printing and Document Services.(Steve and Georgia Solotoff selected for Franchisee of the Year)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... PIP Printing and Document Services has named Steve and Georgia Solotoff of Livingston, N.J. the company's 2005 "Franchisee of the Year."

Don and Deborah Boesch, owners of the Sir Speedy Inc. center in Waterbury, Conn. have been honored as "Franchisee of the Year.".(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... Don and Deborah Boesch, owners of the Sir Speedy Inc. center in Waterbury, Conn. have been honored as "Franchisee of the Year." The couple also received a "Top 25" award.

CLIX.(opened its first storefront )(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... CLIX, an Atlanta-based, portrait photography franchise, recently opened its first storefront in suburban Rochester, N.Y. An additional seven stores in the Northeast will convert to storefronts by the second quarter of 2006.

Consolidated Restaurant Operations, Inc.(Cantina Laredo restaurants agreement)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... Consolidated Restaurant Operations, Inc. recently signed its first international multi-unit development agreement for five Cantina Laredo restaurants to be developed in Egypt over five years.

Dairy Queen.(DQ Treatworks in Mexico)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... Dairy Queen franchisee DOPITAM has opened the first international DQ Treatworks in Mexico.

Focus Brands Inc.(growth)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... During the second quarter of 2005, Focus Brands Inc., the franchisor and operator of more than 1,300 ice cream stores, bakeries, and cafes opened 20 Carrel locations, 24 Cinnabon stores, and two Seattle's Best Coffee locations worldwide, and...

Golden Krust Caribbean Bakery and Grill.(new store opened)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... Golden Krust Caribbean Bakery and Grill opened its 100th store.

Immigration Coalition courts business groups, democrats.(WHAT THE MEDIA IS SAYING)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... Los Angeles Times--Ventura The U.S. Chamber of Commerce has helped organize the Essential Worker Immigration Coalition which has applauded the McCain-Kennedy approach. Members of that coalition said they were hesitant to join the White...

Hair Cuttery.(developing salons)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... Hair Cuttery has begun franchising with an area development agreement developing 40 salons in Nassau and Suffolk Counties. The chain operates more 775 salons in the United States and in the United Kingdom.

Pump It Up.(party facility)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... Pump It Up reached its 100th location milestone with an opening in Germantown, Tenn.

Chester's International LLC will celebrate the 40th birthday of Chester the Chicken with a nationwide party offering customers 40-cent chicken tenders on Oct. 14.(Celebrations)(Chester's International LLC)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... Chester's International LLC will celebrate the 40th birthday of Chester the Chicken with a nationwide party offering customers 40-cent chicken tenders on Oct. 14. Founded by W.O. Giles in 1965, the chain has more than 1,700 restaurants in...

FiltaFry.(Community Service)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... As active participants of the IFA VetFran program, FiltaFry is independently expanding the initiative to other "heroes" from the public-service sector, including law enforcement officers, fire-fighters, paramedics and other service personnel....

Pat & Oscar.(joined with Starlight Starbright Children's Foundation to serve ill children)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... Pat & Oscar's restaurants and the Starlight Starbright Children's Foundation joined to bring a "Summer of Food, Family & Fun" to seriously ill children. Customers were able to purchase Starlight Starbright "sunbursts" at all 21 restaurant...

Rita's Ices, Cones, Shakes and Other Cool Stuff.(opened two stores)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... For the first time in its 21-year history Rita's Ices, Cones, Shakes and Other Cool Stuff has opened two stores offering walk-in service to its customers. The locations, which opened this summer, are at 15th Avenue and Spruce Street in...

Franchising community reaches out to hurricane victims: as this issue of Franchising World went to press, International Franchise Association members were rushing to aid those who were affected by Hurricane Katrina. Expanded coverage of this relief effort will appear in the next issue of the magazine.(FW FOCUS: FRANCHISE COMMUNITY OUTREACH)
October 1, 2005... The great loss of life and destruction that Hurricane Katrina has inflicted on those in New Orleans and surrounding areas deeply saddens everyone at IFA and the community of franchising at large. The need for humanitarian relief is almost...

Welcome IFA Members!(International Franchise Association)(Brief Article)(Directory)
October 1, 2005... Franchise Systems Evans Garment Restoration, Springfield, Ill., Contact J. Michael Rusciolelli FrameMobile, Santa Barbara, Calif., Contact Gregory A. Ballou Senior Helpers, Timonium, Md., Contact Tony nonacuse Wireless Giant,...

International Franchise Association programs and calendar of industry events.(Brief Article)(Calendar)
October 1, 2005... 2005 OCTOBER 11 Franchise Business Network Meeting Topic: Financing Your Franchise--What You Need To Know. * Contact: IFA 17 - 18 How to Successfully Confront & Meet Franchising's ...