June 28, 2010

Importance Of Details Overlooked In Developing Franchise Operation: My Biggest Mistake

Plain Dealer: The Company: Eastlake-based USA Insulation, founded in 1985 by Jeff Pitrone, says insulation can save money for homeowners. In 2006, his son, Patrick Pitrone, launched USA Insulation Franchise Corp. with franchise offerings in 45 states. So far the company has 15 locations. The Mistake: With a proven business model after more than 20

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BOAG Plans To Reach 1 Lakh Entrepreneurs In 2010

Business Standard: India’s biggest business opportunity show ‘Business Opportunity Aapke Ghar’ (BOAG) organised by Indian Franchise Association and Franchise India, is planning to reach more than 1 lakh entrepreneurs by end of 2010. BOAG has now become India’s only business platform with its mega presence across 55 cities which include all major tier-II,tier-III and mini

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7-Eleven Convenience Store Franchise Announces Freeze! Local Police Want Good Kids To Chill Out With Free Slurpee(R) Drink

Franchising.com: The uniformed officer approaches a group of kids, hands them “tickets” and says “You have the right to… a free Slurpee® drink.” It’s all part of Operation Chill®, 7-Eleven® stores’ popular community program that rewards “good behavior” with a cool treat and helps build positive relationships between local law enforcement agencies and young people.

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