13th Annual International Franchise Expo
Two men, franchise business partners in Venezuela, decided to visit the International Franchise Expo in early May in Washington, D.C. They weren't particularly looking for a franchise, but they owned the master licenses in Venezuela for a major fast-food franchise and a postal and packaging franchise, so they decided to visit the IFE to see what they might find.
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Do you have the right personality to own a franchise?
March 17, 2005 - If you love structure, value team work and are looking for security, you may be the perfect candidate to open a franchise operation. Although the franchise business is not for everyone, small business owners have found that franchises offer less risk and greater rewards for those just starting out or for the seasoned business owner.
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Veterans may get new benefits to start franchises
(March 14, 2005) -Our nation's veterans have always been entitled to funds for schooling. Usually those funds are used for a college education or technical/vocational training. However, not all veterans use their benefits, and many of those dollars go unused. Last week, a new federal bill was introduced that would allow veterans to use a portion of their GI Bill and educational funds allotments for training associated with starting a franchise.
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Small Business Lending on Rise, Study Shows
Large Banks Increase Share of Small Business Lending
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Veteran-Owned Businesses Receive More Federal Contract Dollars
Veteran-owned firms receive substantially more federal contract dollars than official figures show, according to a study released today by the Office of Advocacy of the U.S. Small Business Administration. The discrepancy results from inconsistent status coding of contracts across federal agencies and from difficulties in identifying veteran-owned businesses.
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Peterbrooke Chocolatier to franchise its brand
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EEOC sues McDonalds for Sexual Harrassment of Young Workers
PHOENIX -- The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) today announced at a press conference that it has filed two employment discrimination lawsuits on behalf of teen workers against franchises of McDonald's restaurant in Arizona and New Mexico.
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Conference Program - Comprehensive & in-depth
Everything You Want to Know From The People Who Know It Best The International Franchise Expo (IFE), the world's premier franchise showcase, provides a forum for one of the most comprehensive learning experiences about franchising to be conducted anywhere - a place to learn from the foremost experts in franchising.
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Franchise offers up safety net with limits
Such tried-and-true opportunities may help outlet succeed but bring restrictions and costs.
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Flourishing New Franchise
A new Phoenix company is targeting baby boomers searching for the fountain of youth.
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Franchise Capital Corp. Announces Additional Operating Subsidiaries in Investment Portfolio
PHOENIX-Jan. 26, 2005--Franchise Capital Corporation (OTCBB:FCCN) today announced its initial structure as a Business Development Company, with five initial subsidiaries, each of which the company believes will develop into strong performers in its investment portfolio. The company also announced its intention to identify and target other synergistic companies as potential acquisitions designed to provide even greater value for shareholders and growth in its investment fund.
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2005 Franchise Business Development Forecast and Industry Trends Analysis
Franchisors project growth of 6% in 2005 as franchising follows the Yellow Brick Road.
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Hospitality Solutions Solves Dispute For Small-Hotel Owner
Faced with Long, Costly Process of Possible Litigation, Florida Company Turns to Steve Belmonte to Hammer out a Happy Ending for all Parties
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The Perfect Fit: Women And Franchising
An interesting confluence of factors at this time in history may be the reason so many women are turning to franchising to fulfill their entrepreneurial desires. Women's increased financial power, better education, and corporate experience, combined with their desire for more autonomy and desire to connect with others who share their values make franchising a great fit for many women.
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Franchisees Need Not Be Pioneers to Be Successful
It has been said: "Never be a pioneer; it doesn't pay. Let the other man do the pioneering; and then after he has shown what can be done, do it bigger and more quickly. But let the other man take the time and risk to show you how to do it."
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