‘Quasi-preneurs’ see opportunity, challenges in franchising
August 6, 2022 GMTNEW 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 GMTAmpex Brands has purchased bakery and cafe chain Au Bon Pain
June 30, 2021 GMTYum! 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 GMTLOUISVILLE, 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
May 8, 2017 GMTHARTFORD — Amid charges that Connecticut’s century-old franchise laws for selling automobiles are outdated, the tax-writing legislative Finance Committee on Monday approved a bill that would allow the upstart Tesla, Inc.