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Blockbuster May File Bankruptcy

Posted Fri, 2010/03/19 - 23:48 by Craig Hsueh

Franchising firm Blockbuster Inc. said in a regulatory filing that it will likely file for bankruptcy if it cannot find a solution to its massive debt load.

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Shrink: Small Hits at POS, Big Hits on Loading Dock

Posted Wed, 2010/03/17 - 09:22 by Paula Rosenblum

When retailers were asked about the areas of the enterprise that provide the best opportunities to combat shrink, respondents to a survey we conducted pointed decidedly toward employee areas: namely the checkout stand.

Interview: NexCen Speaks about Its Franchises

Posted Mon, 2010/03/15 - 00:19 by BMM Staff

NEW YORK CITY —In part two of this three-part series, NexCen Brands' CEO, Ken Hall, and Chris Dull, the president of the firm's franchising arm, NexCen Franchise Management, are interviewed by Blue MauMau on how the firm is supporting its 1,700 franchisees during this time of financial distress for the franchisor.

Dealers Association Sues PMD for Fraud

Posted Sun, 2010/03/14 - 20:03 by Janet Sparks

COLUMBUS, Ohio – The Associated Licensees of PMD, LLC has filed a lawsuit against Power Marketing Direct, Inc. (PMD) and four of its top executives alleging they perpetrated fraud in their business operations and through a “bait and switch” tactic to recruit dealers.

CEO Ken Hall Speaks on the Turnaround of NexCen Brands

Posted Thu, 2010/03/11 - 22:29 by BMM Staff

NEW YORK CITY —From Nov 2006 through Jan 2008 NexCen went on a buying spree, starting with the Athlete's Foot, altogether acquiring nine brands in 14 months. In the end, NexCen bit off more than it could chew.

Barbershop Franchise, Kennedy’s All-American Barber Club®, Unveils New Signature Men’s Grooming Products

Posted Mon, 2010/03/01 - 15:07 by Kennedys All-Am...

Kennedy’s All-American Barber Club®, an old-world style barbershop franchise, is announcing the launch of it’s new men’s hair care and shaving product line.

Aussie Franchisor Who Would Be Economic Indicator

Posted Sun, 2010/02/28 - 05:05 by Ray Borradale

Over the last few years Australia's Gerry Harvey created a brand that doubles as the economic health meter for retail and small business. 

Quiznos Leads List of Retailers Looking to Expand

Posted Tue, 2010/02/23 - 13:32 by Bob Frankman

A report from two retail research firms says that Quiznos is the top retailer looking to expand locations. Other franchise chains on the list of top retailers searching for a neighborhood location include Subway, Baskin Robbins,  Cold Stone Creamery, and Penn Station - East Coast Sub.

Grandma Fends Off 7-Eleven Robber

Posted Thu, 2010/02/18 - 13:09 by Craig Hsueh

A Massachusetts granny whacked a robber half her age, twice her size and with a history of violence. While the robber struggled with the Malden 7-Eleven clerk, the lady decided that there is a time in one's life when enough is enough.