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Franchising

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‘Quasi-preneurs’ see opportunity, challenges in franchising

By MAE ANDERSONAugust 6, 2022 GMT

NEW YORK (AP) — In 2020, Kelly Jackson and Davina Arceneaux wanted to leave their company jobs and become business owners. They were looking for something both COVID-proof and recession-resistant.

Instead of completely stepping out from under a corporate umbrella, they looked at franchising.

Power Trucks USA Releases Video: Calling All Auto Enthusiasts for Franchising Opportunity

July 15, 2022 GMT

Ampex Brands has purchased bakery and cafe chain Au Bon Pain

June 30, 2021 GMT

Yum! Brands and 7-Eleven franchisee Ampex Brands has purchased bakery and cafe chain Au Bon Pain, helping to expand its international reach.

Financial terms were not disclosed.

The seller was Panera Bread, part of privately held JAB Holding Co.

Program touts franchise opportunities for minorities, women

May 26, 2021 GMT

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Yum Brands has partnered with the University of Louisville to launch a business program that will focus on franchise opportunities for underrepresented minorities and women, officials announced Wednesday.

Tax panel narrowly approves in-state Tesla sales

Ken DixonMay 8, 2017 GMT

HARTFORD — Amid charges that Connecticut’s century-old franchise laws for selling automobiles are outdated, the tax-writing legislative Finance Committee on Monday approved a bill that would allow the upstart Tesla, Inc.

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