American Leak Detection (ALD), the leading brand in non-invasive leak detection services, and Environmental Biotech International (EBI), a United Kingdom and United States headquartered leader in sewer, grease and odor solutions, are pleased to announce the first stage of a comprehensive long-term business alliance. Their joint vision will build a “one-stop-shop” for environmentally friendly products and services related to water management, water conservation and water recycling. (more…)

Amy Nichols, founder and CEO of Dogtopia, was named a Finalist in the Community Involvement Program of the Year and Best Entrepreneur – Service Businesses - Up to 100 Employees categories in the 4th annual Stevie Awards for Women in Business, presented by Infiniti. (more…)

Add one more business to the local tax rolls and get ready for wood floors and cabinets with the 'wow' factor, an N-Hance franchise is opening in the area for the first time. Bart McNabb, a resident of Canton, has opened a new N-Hance service, a floor and wood cabinet renewal business, to serve homeowners and property managers in Wayne County. (more…)

Manhattan’s Upper West Side, Harlem and Morningside Heights neighborhoods just got a little cleaner with the opening of MaidPro’s second office in New York City. (more…)

Butterfly Life, a first-of-its-kind revolutionary new 30-minute fitness franchise designed specifically for women to achieve a healthier overall body and mind, today announced the grand opening celebration of a second location in Tulsa, OK. (more…)

Right at Home, an in-home supportive care service for seniors and disabled adults just wrapped-up its Fifth Annual “Home Improvement” Conference for its franchise system in Omaha, NE. With more than 70 franchise offices represented, the weekend was filled with jam-packed educational sessions and round tables. (more…)

Local franchise broker, Kent Craven invested in a business himself that will make a lot of money, but more importantly, will be a lot of FUN for Kent and the future business owners he wants to help.

In his business as a franchise broker for the FranNet of Phoenix, Franchise Resource Company, Kent Craven helps people find and invest in franchise businesses that fit their lifestyle. (more…)

With the grand opening of a new EagleRider Affiliate agency, Harley-Davidson lovers are now able to experience motorcycle rentals and tours in Paris, France. The new EagleRider rental franchise location is located near the world famous Eiffel Tower, and offers a large fleet of late-model Harley-Davidsons. (more…)

Retired U.S. Air Force Major Ferdie Gozum will open the first Marco’s Pizza, home of the Ah! Thentic Italian Pizza, in Virginia with a store at West Mercury Shops, 3322 C, Hampton, VA in early November. The site will represent the ninth state for the rapidly growing Marco’s, which was founded in Toledo, OH 29 years ago. (more…)

A new FASTSIGNS sign and graphics center located at 5035 Lone Tree Way, Suite B, is now open under the ownership of husband and wife team, Randy and Debbie Sabatte.

The Sabatte’s, who had knowledge of FASTSIGNS as previous customers of another center, wanted a franchise business opportunity that would allow them to utilize their background in sales and graphics. (more…)

To help meet the growing demand of older Pennsylvanians who want to remain in their own homes and stay as self-sufficient as possible, Seniors Helping Seniors® In-Home Services (SHS) has established a new franchise to serve eastern Montgomery County in Pennsylvania including the communities of Hatboro, Lower Merion, Jenkintown, Abington, Huntington Valley and the Main Line. (more…)

Imagine defining your career on your terms? A visit to the upcoming San Antonio Franchise Showcase could be the first step of taking charge of your next career move. The 2007 San Antonio Franchise Showcase will have some of the nation’s fastest growing franchises on display for would-be business owners to learn what it takes to be successful in a franchise concept. (more…)

A Seattle-based nutritional smoothie company is targeting Jacksonville and other Florida cities as part of its national expansion campaign.

Emerald City Smoothie intends to open up to 10 franchises in Jacksonville. It also plans to open multiple locations in St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Miami, West Palm Beach and Orlando over the next five years as part of its plan to open 250 stores by 2010. (more…)

Cuts Fitness bought out the franchise agreements of each of its franchisees and closed its franchise business in June, according to Steven Haase, managing director of Cuts Fitness. Former franchisees continue to operate under the Cuts Fitness name, but they cannot open new clubs under that name. Haase says he and the other founding members of the company maintain the franchise as a corporate business. (more…)

Many business franchise opportunities are available through online sources that offer unique and successful startup packages for creative entrepreneurs. A business franchise opportunity is appealing to many people that are looking for ways to begin a new career, leave an unsatisfying job, or make added income for their families. Today’s change in job market trends and needs have left some baby boomers in the cooperate world without jobs. Many of these 50 somethings are very interested in finding opportunities that will meet financial needs and provide a satisfying change of career. (more…)

Specialty toy franchisor, Brilliant Sky Toys & Books opened their first franchise location in Phoenix, Ariz., with a grand opening celebration on Oct. 20. This is the first of three stores that will be opening in Phoenix over the next three years. (more…)

To help meet the growing demand of older residents of New England who want to remain in their own homes and stay as self-sufficient as possible, Seniors Helping Seniors® In-Home Services (SHS) has established a new franchise in Waterford, Conn., that will serve central and southern Connecticut communities. (more…)

Assist U2 Build, Inc., a local construction company with more than 31 years experience in San Diego is now offering a unique opportunity for entrepreneurs who wish to enter the construction industry. With a business model that is well tested and successful, Assist U2 Build, Inc. is now offering franchise opportunities nationally. (more…)

Fantastic Sams, a full service hair salon brand with nearly 1,400 salons in the US and Canada, was recently ranked as one of the “50 Top Franchises for Minorities” and the “Top 25 Franchises for Hispanics” by the National Minority Franchising Initiative and Hispanic Enterprise Magazine. Fantastic Sams was the only hair salon franchise system selected by both surveys. (more…)

EmbroidMe, the world’s largest embroidery franchise, has a new store at 3800 Colonel Glenn Hwy., Suite 800, under the ownership of local residents Mike and Connie Payne. A ribbon-cutting ceremony is scheduled for October 25 at 10 a.m. (more…)