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24 05, 2018

HomeWell Senior Care, Inc. Announces Change in Ownership

2018-05-24T17:47:08-04:00May 24th, 2018|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , |

FT. WORTH, TX – PRNewswire

HomeWell Senior Care, Inc., one of the nation’s premiere franchisors of senior home care services in the US and Canada, announced today that Bruce Haase has acquired a majority ownership position in the Company and will serve as Chairman of the Board. HomeWell was founded in 2002 by Joshua Hoffman, a former caregiver, in Seattle, Washington. Lori Yount, CEO, will continue to lead the company and execute a strategy to further enhance services to its franchise owners and expand the HomeWell brand nationwide.

Founder Joshua Hoffman commented, “Bruce brings significant franchising expertise to the company, having served in senior leadership positions in the hospitality industry – with Choice Hotels International and most recently as CEO of WoodSpring Hotels, a leading extended stay hotel brand. This is the right time for me to transition my ownership position in HomeWell and I look forward to supporting the company’s growth as a minority partner.” Mr. Haase stated that he is excited to partner with the HomeWell management team who possess deep experience in the senior home care industry. “Our growth strategy is straightforward,” said Haase. “We will grow the HomeWell brand by delivering best-in-class franchise services, education, training, and operating support to our franchisees and owners new to the industry delivered by industry professionals who truly understand the business. Our new ownership structure will enable HomeWell to further invest in the growth of the brand as we develop in new cities across the US and Canada.”

Lori Yount, CEO of HomeWell, said she has aggressive expansion plans for the brand in 2018. “We are building a stronger HomeWell to serve our franchise owners, which will enable the company to return to a strong growth trajectory this year. We are on target to add up to twenty- five new franchise partners in 2018, and the company has attractive territories available in many major metropolitan markets for the right franchisee.”

About HomeWell Senior Care

HomeWell Senior Care provides personal care, companionship, and home maker services for seniors and other homebound individuals, so they can remain safely in the comfort of their own home. HomeWell is recognized as a Franchise Business Review Top 100 low investment franchise and continually ranks on the Entrepreneur Franchise 500 list. For more information on HomeWell, visit http://www.homewellseniorcare.com.

Contact: News@homewellseniorcare.com

18 05, 2018

Always Best Care Celebrates National Military Appreciation Month With Online Care Package Drive To Support Troops Overseas

2018-05-18T14:28:02-04:00May 18th, 2018|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , |

PALM BEACH, FL – PRNewswire

In honor of National Military Appreciation Month, Always Best Care of the Palm Beaches, one of the leading senior care franchise systems in the United States, has joined forces with Operation Support Our Troops America (OSOTA), to host an online care package drive in support of American soldiers overseas. Now through Memorial Day, May 28, local residents can give back to members of the military serving abroad by visiting www.yougivegoods.com/abc-supports-the-military and selecting from a variety of goods to purchase for donation.

“We are thrilled to partner with an organization like Operation Support Our Troops America and encourage families to take part in the online care package drive and help a great cause,” said Steve Snell, Always Best Care of the Palm Beaches franchisee. “Every donation, big or small, helps support the well-being of American soldiers who put their lives at risk to protect us and our great country.”

All contributions made to Always Best Care’s online care package drive will be sent to U.S. troops overseas at the end of the month. The drive is made possible through YouGiveGoods, an innovative company that connects tangible giving to community needs through a free, easy-to-use online service.

“We are so appreciative of Always Best Care doing a collection drive for us through YouGiveGoods,” said Jamie Nelson, Executive Director of Operation Support Our Troops America. “As we continue to have troops deployed in harm’s way, the care packages we send show that America has not forgotten them. And the thank you notes and photos we receive each week let us know how much it means to the troops. We thank the local community for their support of this drive and our mission.”

Always Best Care is one of the nation’s leading providers of non-medical in-home care, assisted living placement services and home health care. The company delivers its services through an international network of more than 200 independently owned and operated franchise territories throughout the United States and Canada.

For more information about the charitable initiative, or to learn more about services available through Always Best Care of the Palm Beaches, please call (888) 316-6178 or visit ssnell@abc-seniors.com.

About Always Best Care

Founded in 1996, Always Best Care Senior Services is based on the belief that having the right people for the right level of care means peace of mind for the client and family. Always Best Care assists seniors with a wide range of illnesses and personal needs, and currently provides more than 4 million hours of care every year. Franchise opportunities are available to individuals interested in leveraging the company’s clear strategy and proven track record for delivering affordable, dependable service to seniors in their local areas.

About Operation Support Our Troops America

The mission of OSOT America is to support the morale and well-being of American forces by providing comfort, resources and education to all involved both while deployed and upon the soldier’s return. As a volunteer-based non-profit organization, OSOT-America provides the opportunity for community members to express their appreciation and also offer support for our troops. Engaged in the longest war of our country’s history, and with our servicemen and women completing multiple tours of duty, OSOT-America is committed to showing them that “We Have NOT Forgotten.” Volunteer opportunities are available. Visit www.osotamerica.org for more information. OSOT-America humbly began at the dining room table of president and founder, Deborah Rickert who wanted to support the troops with needed supplies while serving their country and has grown into a non-profit charity with a four star rating from Charity Navigator (www.charitynavigator.org), top ratings from Great Non-Profits (www.greatnonprofits.org), and has received a Platinum Award from Guidestar (www.guidestar.org).

18 05, 2018

Mr. Appliance® Unveils New Logo and Refreshed Brand Identity

2018-05-18T14:14:20-04:00May 18th, 2018|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , |

WACO, Texas – Mr. Appliance®, a Neighborly company and North America’s leading appliance repair franchise, announced today it has kicked off a prominent brand refresh in an effort to reflect the company’s growth over the past several years. As part of this campaign, the company has unveiled a new logo, representing the first time the company has revamped its image since its founding in 1996. The new design features an updated tagline highlighting Mr. Appliance’s signature speedy expert service, as well as new fonts and colors that exude an image better aligned with the brand’s modern evolution.

“Mr. Appliance has emerged as the leader of the appliance repair segment by remaining at the forefront of technological trends and continually investing in our systems, processes and people,” said Doug Rogers, president of Mr. Appliance. “We’re thrilled to be unveiling our new logo, which reflects how the brand has evolved over the past two decades and better communicates to consumers that Mr. Appliance is the best destination for efficient and dependable service.”

Mr. Appliance’s brand refresh comes on the heels of last year’s Neighborly community launch, which is a comprehensive home services platform offering a unique direct service function to provide consumers assistance with nearly all aspects of their home – from landscaping and plumbing to painting and more. Mr. Appliance is one of 13 brands across the U.S. that make up the Neighborly community, each owned by the Dwyer Group, one of the world’s largest franchising companies of trade service brands. The brand’s involvement in Neighborly is just one example of how it has continued to invest in its operations to enhance the customer experience, and its new logo was designed to reinforce how Mr. Appliance and its services have become increasingly modernized and advanced.

“We know that today’s modern consumer prioritizes convenience more than ever, and being a part of the Neighborly community has been a tremendous asset for our customers by providing them an easy resource to quickly identify dependable home service experts in their area,” added Rogers.

With more than 220 locations throughout the U.S. and Canada, Mr. Appliance is North America’s leading home and commercial appliance repair franchise system. The company is part of Neighborly, a community of home service experts that provides consumers assistance with nearly all aspects of their home care needs. Additional information about Neighborly can be found at www.GetNeighborly.com. For more information about Mr. Appliance, visit www.MrAppliance.com.

About Mr. Appliance®

Mr. Appliance®, a Neighborly company, is North America’s leading appliance repair franchise. Operating more than 150 locations throughout the United States and Canada, Mr. Appliance provides customers full-service residential and light commercial appliance repair. Established and acquired by Dwyer Group® in 1996, Mr. Appliance is part of Neighborly, a community of home service experts, leveraging Dwyer Group’s nearly 2,500 professional home service experts across 13 brands in the U.S. and Canada with a unique direct service function that provides consumers assistance with nearly all aspects of their home care needs. Neighborly brands include: Aire Serv®, Five Star Painting®, Glass Doctor®, Portland Glass®, Molly Maid®, Mr. Appliance®, Mr. Electric®, Mr. Handyman®, Mr. Rooter®, Protect Painters®, Rainbow International®, Window Genie® and The Grounds Guys®. Additional information about Neighborly can be found at www.GetNeighborly.com. For more information about Mr. Appliance, visit www.MrAppliance.com.

SOURCE Mr. Appliance®

18 05, 2018

Coldwell Banker Celebrates Making A House A Home In New Ad, “Old Dog, New Dog”

2018-05-18T14:08:51-04:00May 18th, 2018|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , |

MADISON, NJ – PRNewswire

A house becomes a home when the ones you love move in. The Coldwell Banker® network, Gen Blue, knows what makes a house a home, and is committed to finding people and pets their perfect homes. “Old Dog, New Dog,” the latest ad from the brand, captures the heartfelt story of an affiliated agent giving back to her community by helping shelter animals find homes through the Coldwell Banker brand and Adopt-a-Pet.com “Homes for Dogs Project.”

“Old Dog, New Dog” tells the story of a local pet adoption event, part of the annual “Homes for Dogs Project,” from the Coldwell Banker brand and Adopt-a-Pet.com. At this event, a real estate agent is working with a volunteer who points out an older dog among the puppies. As the volunteer explains that older dogs have a harder time getting adopted, a young girl sees the old dog and is immediately drawn to him. Later, at a tea party in her home, the girl makes a toast to her best friend, Cooper, the rescue dog. Cooper is now dressed in his Sunday best, his outfit complete with a top hat and tie, both Cooper and the girl are beaming as they take in the joys of their new home.

“Old Dog, New Dog” ranked as the highest rated real estate ad of 2018, according to Ace Metrix, the leader in measuring the impact of television and digital advertising. The ad earned top marks for likeability and is the second highest rated real estate ad ever, right behind last year’s, “Somebody to Love,” also from the Coldwell Banker brand.

“Old Dog, New Dog” continues the theme of recent Coldwell Banker campaigns that tell stories about the experiences and memories that make a house a home. Recent spots include “Hoops” and “Somebody to Love.”

The spot honors the “Homes for Dogs Project,” a multi-year partnership between the Coldwell Banker brand and Adopt-a-Pet.com, North America’s largest non-profit pet adoption website. Together, the organizations have helped find homes for more than 20,000 dogs through the “Homes for Dogs Project” and National Pet Adoption Weekend events. The next National Pet Adoption Weekend is October 13-14, 2018.

Learn how to get involved at coldwellbanker.com/homesfordogs.

“Old Dog, New Dog” can be viewed at: https://youtu.be/uYgxGZxBOHM

To Tweet: A house becomes a home when the ones you love move in – especially your dog. @ColdwellBanker’s new heartwarming “Old Dog, New Dog” ad highlights how Coldwell Banker agents support their communities through the “Homes for Dogs Project” https://bit.ly/2rx17uS

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“We’ve been dedicated to the love of people and home since 1906. Beyond finding you the perfect home, our affiliated agents are committed to giving back to their communities. One of the most meaningful ways they give back is by supporting the ‘Homes for Dogs Project,’ which helps shelter animals find their forever homes.”
– Charlie Young, president and CEO, Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC

“The ‘Old Dog, New Dog’ campaign shows how we understand more than just numbers when it comes to real estate, we understand what home is all about. We’re excited to kick off this year’s ‘Home for Dogs Project’ with the debut of ‘Old Dog, New Dog.’ National Pet Adoption Weekend takes place on October 13-14 this year, and we can’t wait to see the dedicated and creative ways our offices celebrate this event and connect with their communities.”
– David Marine, senior vice president of marketing, Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC

The ad was conceived and created by Siltanen & Partners, the national advertising agency for Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC.

About Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC

Powered by its network of over 92,000 affiliated sales professionals in 3,000 offices across 47 countries and territories, the Coldwell Banker® organization is a leading provider of full-service residential and commercial real estate brokerage services. The Coldwell Banker brand prides itself on its history of expertise, honesty and an empowering culture of excellence since its beginnings in 1906. Coldwell Banker is committed to providing its network of sales professionals with the tools and insights needed to excel in today’s marketplace and is known for its bold leadership and dedication to driving the industry forward with big data, smart home expertise and virtual reality. Coldwell Banker was the first brand to develop a proprietary marketing application, CBx, which harnesses big data to analyze markets, target buyers and provide a platform for agents to create unique and effective marketing plans for each listing. Blue is bold — the integrity, values and technological innovation of Coldwell Banker give the Gen Blue network an unbeatable edge. To join Coldwell Banker and unlock the possibilities of Gen Blue, please visit www.coldwellbanker.com/join.

About Adopt-a-Pet.com

Adopt-a-Pet.com is North America’s largest non-profit pet adoption website, helping over 18,000 animal shelters, humane societies, SPCAs, pet rescue groups, and pet adoption agencies advertise their purebred and mixed breed pets for free to millions of adopters each month. Sponsored by the pet lovers at Purina, the Petco Foundation, Petco, and Bayer Animal Health LLC, Adopt-a-Pet.com helps homeless dogs, cats, and even rabbits and other animals go from alone to adopted.

18 05, 2018

Wayback Burgers Celebrating National Hamburger Day with $5.28 on 5/28

2018-05-18T14:03:54-04:00May 18th, 2018|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , |

Cheshire, CT – Wayback Burgers, America’s Favorite Hometown Burger Joint and one of the nation’s fastest growing burger franchises, is celebrating National Hamburger Day in grand fashion: by treating restaurant guests with a special deal. On Monday, May 28, 2018, all participating Wayback Burgers restaurants nationwide will feature a delectable deal – $5.28 for a Classic Burger.

Yes – on National Hamburger Day (also Memorial Day), May 28, guests will be able to get a Classic Burger for just $5.28 – see what we did there?! Each guest capitalizing on the deal will receive the Classic Burger – two beef patties cooked-to-order, American cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickles, onions, and of course, ketchup and mustard. These guests can customize this burger further by selecting from ten flavorful sauces to dunk, dip, or spice it up, and they can add bacon, chili or additional cheese for an extra charge. One “$5.28 on 5/28” Classic Burger deal per guest. Valid on in-restaurant purchases only.

Wayback Burgers’ President John Eucalitto, says this promotion is the perfect reward for loyal guests who want to kick off the summer season with a satisfying National Hamburger Day treat.

“The ‘$5.28 on 5/28’ deal is our way of celebrating National Hamburger Day with the people we enjoy being with the most: our wonderful guests,” says Eucalitto. “Nothing says Memorial Day quite like our fresh, cooked-to-order burgers. This deal will allow guests to enjoy filling-up on burgers with their family without the flare-ups that come with slaving over a hot and uncooperative grill. Let us do the cooking while you spend quality time with your family!”

At Wayback Burgers, the fun, and deals, never end. That’s the case throughout the month of May as we continue Wayback Dashback! In recognition of National Hamburger Month, guests who visit Wayback Burgers restaurants through May 31 are encouraged to hang on to their receipts. The bottom of every receipt will display this message: “It’s National Hamburger Month! Show this receipt tomorrow to get 50% off any burger or sandwich purchase.”

“We believe there’s never too much of a good thing, particularly when it comes to the delicious food at Wayback Burgers,” says Patrick Conlin, Wayback Burgers’ Senior Vice President. “We enjoy serving up cooked-to-order burgers anytime. This ‘Wayback Dashback’ promotion provides amble opportunity for guests to enjoy a Double Bacon Burger one day, followed by a 50% off Cheesesteak the next. Guests have the opportunity to stash their savings, but we’ve seen many use the extra cash on an extra order of fresh fries or one of our hand-dipped milkshakes.”

For more information on Wayback Burgers and all promotions/limited time offers, please visit their website (https://waybackburgers.com/) and social media profiles – Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

For more information on the Wayback Burgers franchise opportunity, please visit https://franchise.waybackburgers.com/.

About Wayback Burgers

Founded in 1991 in Newark, DE, Wayback Burgers is a Connecticut-based fast-casual franchise with a reputation for fresh, never frozen, cooked to order burgers and thick, hand-dipped milkshakes, served in an environment that hearkens back to a simpler place and time – when customer service meant something and everyone felt the warmth of the community.

Wayback Burgers currently operates in 29 states with over 152 locations nationally and internationally in Argentina, Brunei, Sudan, Morocco, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Pakistan and Malaysia. Through its executed master franchise agreements, Wayback Burgers plans to open in 37 provinces/countries in the Middle East, Northern Africa, South Africa, Argentina, Brunei, Bangladesh, Ireland; Alberta, Ontario, Manitoba and Saskatchewan, Canada; and the Netherlands.

For more information about Wayback Burgers, please visit https://waybackburgers.com/.

For franchising information about Wayback Burgers, please visit https://franchise.waybackburgers.com/.

Media Contacts:

Graham Chapman
919-459-8157
gchapman@919marketing.com

Patrick Conlin
203-649-3387
pconlin@waybackburgers.com

SOURCE Wayback Burgers

18 05, 2018

The Pizza Press Announces New Summer Limited Time Offers

2018-05-18T13:59:33-04:00May 18th, 2018|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , |

Anaheim, CA – Pizza lovers rejoice, The Pizza Press, a leading fast-casual, build-your-own pizza restaurant, is rolling out new limited time offers just in time for National Pizza Party Day on May 18. The new LTOs will include a mouthwatering All-Beef Italian Meatball pizza topping and crisp Ace Berry Cider, which will be available May 16 through June 30.

The expertly prepared All-Beef Italian Meatball gives customers a fun new twist on their regular pizza toppings. It pairs especially well with The Pizza Press’ signature red sauce, fresh mozzarella cheese, and garnished with fresh basil, Italian seasoning and a sprinkling of aromatic parmesan cheese. With endless options, customers are encouraged to craft their own story and customize the pizza to their liking with local and fresh ingredients.

“The Pizza Press always strives to be a newsworthy place for family and friends to gather, and we’re hoping National Pizza Party Day serves as a reminder for people to get together and enjoy company over deliciously crafted pizza and top quality drinks,” says Dara Maleki, Founder and CEO of The Pizza Press. “Our LTOs will be a flavorful addition to our menu to kick off summer. The All-Beef Italian Meatball is a great compliment to any pizza and the Ace Berry Cider is a light and elegant cider perfect for the warm, summer weather. The cider offers a nice twist to our extensive craft beer selection we have on draft.”

The Ace Berry Cider will be The Pizza Press’ special featured beer for May and June. Ace Berry is a sweeter cider with apple juices fermented for dryness and has subtle raspberry and blackberry notes. The cider pairs well with spicy food or makes for the perfect summer liquid dessert by itself.

The Pizza Press is a unique concept dedicated to elevating the build-your-own pizza model to an experiential level, by creating an immersive 1920s Americana newspaper theme in which great food, craft beer, ambiance, and service are combined. Inspired by the mechanized dough press, The Pizza Press harkens back to an industrialized era when newspapers were the foundation of the community.

Editors help guests create their own custom pizzas or select one of the signature pizzas named after major newspapers such as The Times, The Tribune, The Chronicle, and others. The pizzas are published in just under four minutes and can be paired delectably with more than a dozen different craft beers on tap, which change regularly and regionally. Build your own and deliciously prepared salads, gluten-free dough, and vegan cheese and topping options are also available.

For more information on The Pizza Press, please visit https://www.thepizzapress.com/

About The Pizza Press

The Pizza Press is a unique concept dedicated to elevating the ‘build your own pizza’ model to an experiential level, by creating an immersive 1920s Americana newspaper theme in which great food, craft beer, ambiance, and service are combined. The theme, inspired by the mechanized dough press, The Pizza Press harkens back to an industrialized era when newspapers were the foundation of the local community. Founded in 2012 and based in Anaheim, California, The Pizza Press is a rapidly growing franchise with 17 locations in Southern California, Texas and Florida, and plans to have 30 restaurants opened by mid-2018. The Pizza Press is currently seeking multi-unit strategic partners in target development regions across the east and west coasts, as well as southern states.

The Pizza Press wants you to Craft Your Own Story in your neighborhood. For more information about The Pizza Press, please visit www.thepizzapress.com.

SOURCE The Pizza Press

18 05, 2018

Veteran-Owned Workout Anytime Honors Military Veterans for Memorial Day

2018-05-18T13:51:30-04:00May 18th, 2018|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , |

ATLANTA, GA – PRWEB 

In 2013, Carter Davis was a veteran struggling to make the transition back into civilian life after returning home from active duty. Davis is hardly alone; in fact, recent reports indicate that on average, 22 veterans commits suicide every day. Suffering from depression, identity loss and the aftermath of a divorce, Davis nearly became a statistic himself. Instead, he got a membership at his local gym and experienced firsthand the benefits that fitness can provide. Shortly thereafter, he founded Lift for the 22, a national 501(c)(3) organization that gives one-year gym memberships to veterans through partnerships with fitness companies.

Workout Anytime, a 160-unit, 24-hour fitness franchise, partnered with Lift for the 22 in November 2015. The brand is co-owned by a veteran, John Quattrocchi, who served in the Air Force from 1966 to 1971, where he achieved the highest rank possible.

During the month of May, Workout Anytime will sell special-edition Lift for the 22 t-shirts in all of its 160-plus locations throughout the country and will donate 20 percent of the proceeds to the cause. In addition, the brand will feature a 22-pushup challenge on its social media channels, encouraging members and friends of members to participate in the challenge to spread the word about the Lift for the 22 organization. Several franchise owners are hosting special local Lift for the 22 events to honor veterans in their local communities.

“We’ve been involved with Carter and Lift for the 22 for three years, and it has been unquestionably one of the most purpose-driven initiatives we’ve been associated with,” said Mark de Gorter, chief operating officer of Workout Anytime. “In addition to coordinating both local and national fundraising efforts throughout the year, each of our clubs is committed to donating 22 memberships per year to veterans. This adds up to more than 3,500 memberships, a value of more than $1 million in free memberships for our veteran heroes. Our partnership with Lift for the 22 is one of many ways that our franchisees make an impact in their local communities and we are eager to continue our support of this admirable cause.”

The brand plans to open 50 locations in 2018 and will donate another 1,100 memberships to veterans around the country.

“Workout Anytime has been a key partner in allowing us to help veterans in need on a national level. We went from having one location in Beaverton, Oregon, to having 160 gyms around the nation almost overnight,” said Dennis Wright, co-founder of Lift for the 22. “Because of Workout Anytime, Lift for the 22 now has partnerships with more than 300 gyms nationwide, and we hope to have 400 by the end of 2018.”

Veterans interested in a free membership to Workout Anytime must apply through Lift For The 22 at http://www.liftforthe22.org.

About Workout Anytime

Atlanta-based Workout Anytime is a 24-hour, seven-day-a-week fitness concept with 150 units across the U.S. Founded by fitness veterans John Quattrocchi and Steve Strickland, the company was formed to provide members with first-class fitness facilities at the lowest cost possible, while delivering a profitable and affordable business model to franchisees. Built on the founders’ motto of, “think big, keep it simple and do it with integrity,” Workout Anytime is preparing for significant expansion into new territories by providing opportunities to business-minded entrepreneurs.

SOURCE Workout Anytime

11 05, 2018

FASTSIGNS® Recruiting Franchise Candidates At National Business Media Show In Portland May 11-12

2018-05-12T19:48:55-04:00May 11th, 2018|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , |

CARROLLTON, TX – FASTSIGNS International, Inc., franchisor of FASTSIGNS®, the leading sign, graphics and visual communications franchise, announced today that it will be attending and sponsoring the National Business Media Show in Portland, Oregon, May 11-12, 2018, to recruit existing sign shop and printer owners to help the brand grow through the Pacific Northwest. Local entrepreneurs are invited to meet with the brand’s franchise development team at booth #911 to learn more about co-brand and conversion franchise offerings.

“FASTSIGNS has a growing presence throughout the Pacific Northwest, but there are plenty of opportunities for development. The National Business Media Show has proven to be successful in helping us recruit franchisees and we’re looking forward to speaking with interested candidates about why FASTSIGNS is the No. 1-ranked franchisor in the sign, graphics, and visual communications industry,” said Mark Jameson, EVP of Franchise Support and Development, FASTSIGNS International, Inc. “Attendees can look forward to exploring all that FASTSIGNS has to offer, including the ability to reduce their supply cost and grow their business within a new category.”

For any existing business looking to expand into this fast-paced market, FASTSIGNS gives the added support and training needed to make the process smooth. Whether an existing print-based business or a photography studio, FASTSIGNS’ co-brand centers receive the same assistance as any new franchisee, with the added bonus of being able to exclude established revenue streams, outside of the FASTSIGNS core business offering, from future royalty payments. Both the co-brand franchise opportunity and conversion can be started with only $15,000 down on the initial franchise fee. FASTSIGNS also offers special incentives to veterans and first responders, including a 50-percent discount on the franchise fee – a savings of $23,750.

In 2018, FASTSIGNS plans to open an additional 45 centers across the U.S. Throughout North America, FASTSIGNS has over 400 markets ready for development. Internationally, FASTSIGNS is continuing to seek qualified candidates to grow its international footprint in target markets throughout the world, including Brazil, Quebec, North Africa, Southeast Asia, India, Europe, and Latin America.

FASTSIGNS International, Inc. was ranked the #1 franchise opportunity in its category and 70 overall on Entrepreneur magazine’s 2018 Franchise 500®, the world’s first, best and most comprehensive franchise ranking. Acknowledged by entrepreneurs and franchisors as a top competitive tool of measurement, the Franchise 500® recognizes FASTSIGNS, the only sign, graphics, and visual communications franchise to be recognized in the top 100, for its exceptional performance in areas including financial strength and stability, growth rate and brand power. FASTSIGNS also has been recognized for its franchisee satisfaction by being named a World Class Franchise by the Franchise Research Institute for five consecutive years and has been ranked by Franchise Business Review as one of the “Best of the Best” for franchisee satisfaction for the last 10 years. Additionally, FASTSIGNS also was named to Franchise Business Review’s “Innovative Franchises” list in 2017 and a “Best-in-Category” franchise by Franchise Business Review in 2018.

For information about the FASTSIGNS franchise opportunity, contact Mark Jameson (mark.jameson@fastsigns.com or 214-346-5679).

About Dwyer Group®:

Founded in 1981 and based in Waco, Texas, Dwyer Group is a holding company of 20 service-based brands, 18 of which support franchise organizations under the umbrella brand Neighborly in the United States and Neighbourly in Canada. Neighborly™ is a community of experts who repair, maintain and enhance properties united under one platform to better meet the needs of today’s consumer. Collectively, these concepts offer customers a broad base of residential and commercial services. Dwyer Group is a portfolio company of The Riverside Company®, a global private equity firm. The firm’s international portfolio includes more than 75 companies. More information about Neighborly/Neighbourly, and its franchise concepts, is available at www.getneighborly.com and www.getneighbourly.ca, respectively. Learn more about Dwyer Group at www.dwyergroup.com.

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For more information, contact:

Cortney Haygood, BizCom Associates

(469) 442-7152/ Cortney@BizComPR.com

11 05, 2018

Dwyer Group Announces 2018 Women in the Trades Fall Scholarship Recipients

2018-05-11T12:56:28-04:00May 11th, 2018|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , |

WACO, Texas (May 8, 2018) – Dwyer Franchising, LLC (“Dwyer Group”), one of the world’s largest franchising companies of trade service brands, announces the Women in the Trade (WITT) Scholarship recipients for the fall 2018 semester. The program, launched in 2012 by Dina Dwyer-Owens and Dwyer Group, will award seven women a $1,500 scholarship for demonstrating outstanding work, experience and passion for their chosen service trades industry. Since the launch of the program, WITT has awarded over $50,000 to 42 scholarship recipients.

“Dwyer Group is committed to helping our franchisees recruit highly skilled and qualified individuals and we are confident that with the support of the WITT scholarships, these women can make great strides within the trade industry of their choice,” said Dwyer-Owens, co-chair of Dwyer Group. “These women are an inspiration to us here at Dwyer Group and we are proud to help them on their journey to success.”

The fall 2018 WITT scholarship recipients include: Megan Boyd of Waco, TX; Danni Kohl of Spiritwood, Saskatchewan, pursuing a career in commercial electricity; Elizabeth Moreno of Tacoma, WA, pursuing a career in carpentry; Amy Morrice of Victoria, British Columbia, pursuing a career in electrical trades; Ana Acetta of Elmhurst, NY, pursuing a degree in mechanical engineering; Martha Enzler of Minneapolis, MN, and Tamishella Holloway of Evergreen Park, IL, whom are both pursuing careers in HVAC.

The WITT scholarship is open to women 18 and older interested in pursuing a career in the trades and covers tuition, books, travel and/or fees. Funds can be applied to any accredited trade or technical school or certification program in the United States or Canada for specialties including: HVAC, plumbing, electrical repair, glass repair and replacement, appliance repair, restoration, painting, landscaping, residential cleaning or handyman services.

Candidates are evaluated based upon financial needs, previous work experience and their passion for their chosen industry. For more information and to apply, visit: http://www.dwyergroup.com/women-in-trades.asp or email WITT@dwyergroup.com.

About Dwyer Group®:

Founded in 1981 and based in Waco, Texas, Dwyer Group is a holding company of 20 service-based brands, 18 of which support franchise organizations under the umbrella brand Neighborly in the United States and Neighbourly in Canada. Neighborly™ is a community of experts who repair, maintain and enhance properties united under one platform to better meet the needs of today’s consumer. Collectively, these concepts offer customers a broad base of residential and commercial services. Dwyer Group is a portfolio company of The Riverside Company®, a global private equity firm. The firm’s international portfolio includes more than 75 companies. More information about Neighborly/Neighbourly, and its franchise concepts, is available at www.getneighborly.com and www.getneighbourly.ca, respectively. Learn more about Dwyer Group at www.dwyergroup.com.

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Cortney Haygood, BizCom Associates

(469) 442-7152/ Cortney@BizComPR.com

11 05, 2018

Share The Love: Dunkin’ Donuts Unveils New Royal Love Donut To Celebrate The Royal Wedding

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CANTON, MA – As the world awaits the Royal Wedding, Dunkin’ Donuts is feeling the love, introducing a special new donut that fans might consider a crowning achievement in wedding-themed treats. Dunkin’ Donuts today unveiled the new Royal Love Donut, perfect for serving up a little sweetness while readying for the royal festivities. A heart-shaped donut filled with jelly and frosted with chocolate icing and a strawberry drizzle, the Royal Love Donut will be available for a limited time May 14 through May 20 at participating Dunkin’ Donuts restaurants nationwide.

According to Dunkin’ Brands Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Nigel Travis, a dual U.S. and British citizen born and raised in Woodford, Essex, “As the U.S. donut leader, we love helping our guests make special occasions both big and small even sweeter with fun donut designs and flavors. The Royal Wedding represents optimism, happiness and joy, and thus is a perfect opportunity for our brand to celebrate. We hope all donut lovers, royalty or not, will enjoy the new Royal Love Donut next week.”

To kick off the countdown to the festivities, Dunkin’ Donuts will also be giving guests the royal treatment with a ride inspired by the Royal Couple. On May 14, a special horse-drawn carriage branded in Dunkin’s iconic pink and orange colors will offer select guests a chance to enjoy the Royal Love Donuts while taking a trip through Central Park in true prince or princess style. Carole Radziwill, real life princess and Housewife of New York, will take the ceremonial first ride in Dunkin’s royal carriage.

Those planning to watch the morning festivities on May 19 can keep themselves running on Dunkin’, as many Dunkin’ Donuts restaurants will open at 5 AM eastern time that day, approximately two full hours before the ceremony is televised in the U.S. Guests can make their wedding viewing parties a true royal celebration with a dozen Royal Love Donuts, the brand’s signature coffee served in a Box O’ Joe®, or the brand’s full lineup of premium teas.

To learn more about Dunkin’ Donuts, visit www.DunkinDonuts.com, or subscribe to the Dunkin’ Donuts blog to receive notifications at https://news.dunkindonuts.com/blog.

About Dunkin’ Donuts

Founded in 1950, Dunkin’ Donuts is America’s favorite all-day, everyday stop for coffee and baked goods. Dunkin’ Donuts is a market leader in the hot regular/decaf/flavored coffee, iced regular/decaf/flavored coffee, donut, bagel and muffin categories. Dunkin’ Donuts has earned a No. 1 ranking for customer loyalty in the coffee category by Brand Keys for 12 years running. The company has more than 12,500 restaurants in 46 countries worldwide. Based in Canton, Mass., Dunkin’ Donuts is part of the Dunkin’ Brands Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: DNKN) family of companies. For more information, visit www.DunkinDonuts.com.

Media Contact:
Heather McIntyre
781-737-5200
heather.mcintyre@dunkinbrands.com