November 19, 2009

Site Helps Neighbors Share

In tough economic times, it can make sense for consumers to be both transumers–eschewing the burdens of ownership in favor of shorter-term privileges–and sellsumers, making the most of what assets they do own writes trendspotter Springwise. Aiming to facilitate both is NeighborGoods, a brand-new site that helps consumers borrow, lend, rent, sell and buy stuff […]

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From Del Taco To Deli

The Desert Sun: Ed Hackbarth, co-owner of Schlotzsky’s sandwich shop in La Quinta — and founder of Del Taco — has been involved in the food services industry since 1954 when he became manager of Taco Tia, a taco stand in Barstow. A year later, he bought into the business and in 1961 Hackbarth opened

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Print Three Announces The Launch Of Its Newly Redesigned And Much More Robust Website

Quick Printing: Print Three Franchising Corporation is pleased to announce that it has launched a new and improved Website for its national network of print franchisees. The new site is designed to follow the company’s new marketing theme of ‘Putting the right pieces together to fulfill all your print needs’. The site features the company’s

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Women Choose BookKeeping Express To Pursue Entrepreneurial Goals

Franchising.com: Women who seek financial independence and greater control over their futures are becoming franchisees with BookKeeping Express. Whether looking to accomplish professional goals or transitioning career paths during the economic downturn, women are investing in the BookKeeping Express franchise opportunity to meet their ambitions. Greg Jones, chief executive officer at BookKeeping Express, said the

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Gap Inc. Announces New $500 Million Share Repurchase Program

American Chronicle: Gap Inc. today announced its Board of Directors authorized a new $500 million share repurchase program, effective immediately. “Today’s announcement reflects Gap Inc.’s strong cash generation and our ongoing commitment to return excess cash to our shareholders,” said Sabrina Simmons, chief financial officer of Gap Inc. In connection with the share repurchase authorization,

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Sylvan Learning Extends 2009 Capital Renovation Program For Franchisees; Evaluates Other Financial Incentive Programs For 2010

PR Newswire: Sylvan Learning, Inc., North America’s most recognized provider of supplemental education, announced today it is extending its 2009 Capital Renovation Program, which was set to expire earlier this month. Sylvan Learning franchisees can take advantage of the program, which provides a dollar-for-dollar matching promissory note for capital improvements, through December 31, 2009. Sylvan

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