November 2, 2009

Finding Grants For Your Small Biz

Information on where you can find, and how you can apply for, grants is publicly available and free. If your small business meets all of the necessary qualifications, you may just be able to receiving federal funding, writes CNN Money. Federal grant funding programs, such as the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business

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Postal Strike Pushes Customers To Courier Franchises

PR Web: Due to prolonged delays in posted mail reaching its destination, courier franchisees are witnessing an unprecedented spike in new business. With UK consumers looking for an alternative to the currently maligned Royal Mail, the nation’s network of courier franchisees are filling the void left behind by striking postal workers. Yasmine Siddiqi, Commercial Director

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$1 Deal May Boost Profits

Burger King is counting on a $1 double cheese-burger promotion to boost sales and traffic during the economic downturn. But franchisees argue that it’s hurting their profits. MiamiHerald.com: Alexis Parrish treated herself to two $1 double cheeseburgers for lunch Thursday at a Miami Burger King. But Parrish, a 20-year-old art student, didn’t buy any soda

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Krispy Kreme Awards Franchise Development Rights For Thailand

Reuters: Krispy Kreme Doughnut Corporation announced today that it has entered into an agreement with KDN Company Limited for the development of 20 franchise Krispy Kreme retail shops in Thailand over the next five years. KDN Company Limited is majority owned and operated by Ms. Ausanee Mahagitsiri, eldest child of successful Thai industrialist Prayudh Mahagitsiri.

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Home Helpers And Direct Link Recognize Outstanding Franchise Owners

dBusinessNews: Home Helpers, the nation’s leading senior care franchise specializing in non-medical and personal care and companionship for seniors, recently presented 19 deserving franchise owners and caregivers with awards recognizing everything from excellent customer service to outstanding marketing initiatives to dedicated leadership. Each individual was honored at the company’s annual national conference in Orlando, Fla.,

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