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Wireless Zone increases its focus on customer service, aiming to challenge the 'just another salesman' image in the retail industry.
Coolgreens, a health-conscious restaurant chain, has found success in its meat-and-potatoes-oriented home market of Oklahoma City.
The Brass Tap is searching for the top tapsters in the county to send to Fort Collins, CO to take the Cicerone Level II test and become certified beer experts.
Ben's Barketplace targets Phoenix, Arizona for franchise growth, capitalizing on strong brand awareness and pet care segment growth.
Walmart is testing a new service with August Home to deliver groceries directly to customers' refrigerators.
Google identifies Wild Birds Unlimited as a 'sleeping giant' and offers an exclusive brand accelerator program to help the brand grow and transform its business using Google advertising.
Famous Toastery capitalizes on its unique position as a lifestyle brand by targeting strip malls for development, aligning its simple and proven business model with the traffic and landlord needs of the locations.
ArteVino is expanding to Pennsylvania, Connecticut, and New York, targeting key development markets with its art-and-wine studio concept.
BoConcept, a global leader in modern furniture, stands out in a crowded marketplace by offering a unique and valuable prospect for prospective franchisees.
Casual dining may offer opportunities for growth as valuations fall, providing a stable and potentially profitable option for investors.
Enjoy Your Party, a franchise concept, honors its family roots while expanding through franchising, with over 450 employees working under its umbrella.
Nordstrom launches a new line of stores called Nordstrom Local focusing on experiences over merchandise, with eight dressing rooms and personal stylists.
Amazon's acquisition of Whole Foods creates the fifth-largest U.S. grocery retailer and opens up opportunities for new shopping technology.
Creamistry, an ice cream shop with liquid nitrogen, opens a new location in Downey, CA, and plans to open two more in the next two years.
Amazon closes its purchase of Whole Foods for $13.7 billion, with immediate changes affecting customers and the retail industry, including lower prices and in-store benefits for Prime members.
The McDonald family's experience with Papa Aldo's and Murphy's Pizza led them to develop a business plan to create a legacy that could be passed down to future generations.
The article tells the story of how Kathy Haigh and her husband, John, became familiar with Wild Birds Unlimited and eventually opened their own store.
Wireless Zone’s low investment range presents a unique business growth opportunity for prospective franchisees, with a focus on corporate support and a proven business model.
The Brass Tap tailors its business to attract non-traditional bar attendees, focusing on serving local varieties of craft beer.
Linda and Kevin Pillow operate a Wild Birds Unlimited store in Kerrville, Texas, supporting local conservation and nature education activities.
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Coolgreens is expanding to the San Antonio market, offering a healthy food option with menu items under 600 calories.
BoConcept franchisee Terrace Daniels expands his business, aiming to open a second location in Philadelphia and explore expansion into Pittsburgh.
Nancy Castillo and Lois Geshwilm, the owners of the Saratoga Springs, NY Wild Birds Unlimited store, have decided it's time to retire and sell their business.