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Three-Quarters of 2013 Super Bowl Ads from Franchisors

Posted Tue, 2013-02-05 15:09 by BMM
Super Bowl 2013, Franchise vs Non-franchise related TV Ads
Data: American Association of Franchisees and Dealers

PALM DESERT, Calif. — Super Bowl XLVII was a blowout for franchising firms as the industry dominated the game's television advertising. A commanding 74% of Super Bowl commercials were from companies that franchised.

McDonald's Best for Value, Service, Customers Say

Posted Thu, 2013-01-17 20:18 by Marilee Hayes

A recent survey of American restaurant patrons shows that when it comes to what factors influence which quick-service restaurants get visited the most, value is tops (58%), then convenience (57%

Judge Vacates $8.4M Award, Orders Rehearing

Posted Fri, 2013-01-04 08:46 by Janet Sparks

PROVO, Utah — After an arbitrator awarded $8.4 million to franchisees of defunct Bajio Mexican Grill in restitution for being defrauded, a district judge ruled that the arbitrator’s award must be vacated and the issues re-arbitrated.

10 Fastest Franchising Chains that Made It through the Recession (with Baggage)

Posted Thu, 2012-05-10 01:15 by Don Sniegowski
During the recession, Dunkin' became known for spying on its franchisees

In a who's who list of what this journal considers as some of the most abusive franchise systems over the past few years, Forbes lists the top franchise chains that have sold the most opened franchise units through the Great Recession. It throws in a few strong franchisors to help wash the soiled ones.

2010 Dysentery Outbreak At Subway Leads To Suits

Posted Sat, 2012-03-03 16:20 by Paul Steinberg

41 lawsuits filed this week against a Chicago franchisee accuse him of bad sanitation causing widespread illness.

Bajio Consultant Speaks Out on Award

Posted Wed, 2012-01-18 01:04 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.

Ex-Subway Owners Yet to See Dime of Awarded $8.4M for Fraud

Posted Tue, 2012-01-17 22:58 by Janet Sparks
Satire of logo, courtesy of BMM
Satire of Bajio Mexican Grill logo with burning dollars by BMM

SALT LAKE CITY – A Utah arbitrator demanded franchisor Bajio Mexican Grill make restitution for defrauding franchisees and harming their family. He awarded the owners $8.4 million, sending a strong message to the franchisor to change its ways.

Experts Predict Restaurant Industry Trends for 2012

Posted Wed, 2011-12-28 09:39 by Ed Teixeira

Nation's Restaurant News asked a group of industry experts for their forecasts for 2012.

Subway, Dairy Queen Among China Fakes

Posted Fri, 2011-08-05 16:31 by Paul Steinberg

China has fake outlets of major US franchisors.

Subway Patrons Toke Up

Posted Sun, 2011-06-05 02:20 by Lionel Hutz PA

Marijuana sold at a Subway franchise
For a fee, patrons of a Subway get extra. photo / oldmaison

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