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Wendy's Wants to Stop Franchisee from Using Brand

Posted Sun, 2012/02/05 - 11:27 by Bob Frankman

Wendy's International has asked for a court injunction to stop a franchisee with restaurants in Montana, Oregon and Washington from using its brand. Why does Wendy's want to terminate the agreement and have the franchisee pull down its trademarks?

Smashburger Gaining National Recognition

Posted Thu, 2012/01/26 - 11:09 by Janet Sparks
Opening of Hicksville, NY Smashburger

CEO Dave Prokupek announced today that their Smashburger “better burger”  restaurant concept is growing fast, now with 143 locations nationwide.

Quiznos Completes Financial Restructuring

Posted Tue, 2012/01/24 - 18:50 by Janet Sparks

DENVER —- Quiznos announced today that it has completed an out-of-court financial restructuring plan that will eliminate one third of its outstanding debt.

Franchisee Group Sues Cold Stone

Posted Mon, 2012/01/23 - 20:24 by Janet Sparks
Franchisees say its time for Cold Stone Creamery to give an accounting of Gift Card
A Cold Stone Creamery, photo/blue maumau; Gift Card/Cold Stone web site

MIAMI – The law firm of Zarco Einhorn Salkowski & Brito, PA filed a lawsuit today on behalf of an independent franchisee association against franchisor Cold Stone Creamery for failing to give its members an accounting of monies collected from third-party vendors and the franchisor's gift card program.

Burger King Tries Home Delivery

Posted Sun, 2012/01/22 - 07:06 by Don Sniegowski

Responding to the challenge that Wendy's system-wide sales looks likely to overtake it this year, Burger King is test-driving a $2 home delivery service in the Washington D.C. area on orders of $8 and up.

McD Zees Concerned about Pricing Strategy

Posted Thu, 2012/01/19 - 09:40 by Don Sniegowski

Although McDonald's franchisees are generally pleased with the business outlook for the next six months, they are increasingly frustrated with the franchisor's pricing strategy.

Restaurants to Grow Slow, But Offer Healthy

Posted Wed, 2012/01/18 - 16:34 by BMM

CHICAGO — The restaurant industry in 2012 will continue a slow recovery.

Bajio Consultant Speaks Out on Award

Posted Wed, 2012/01/18 - 00:04 by Janet Sparks

SALT LAKE CITY - As consultant to franchisors Bajio, LLC and Bajio Mountain West, LLC, Bradley T. Davis has a lot to say about the arbitration award presented to franchisees Brad and Sanford Woodward on July 27, 2011. Not only did he give his declaration in Fourth District Court in Utah, he also spoke with Blue MauMau.

Targeted Marketing Needed for Teens

Posted Fri, 2012/01/06 - 06:54 by BMM

CHICAGO — Tweens and teens influence the decision making of their friends and families, playing a large role in their dining choices.

Denny’s Serves Up Collaborative Leadership

Posted Tue, 2011/12/27 - 10:55 by Don Sniegowski
After the Superbowl, Denny's free Grand Slam Day in Columbus, Georgia
Customers lined up in Feb, 2010 for free breakfast at a Georgia Denny's

SAN DIEGO – What has emerged from turmoil of free meals and CEO succession in the Denny's chain is a restaurant network that has become the epitome of collaboration between franchise owners and franchisor. That renewed collaboration is helping the chain turn the corner.