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FASTSIGNS® Earns Top Rankings in Franchise Business Review’s 2007 Franchise Satisfaction Awards

 

March 12, 2007

Carollton, TX—FASTSIGNS International, Inc a worldwide sign and graphics franchisor with over 500 locations in six countries, earned top rankiongs in Franchise Business Review’s 2007 Franchise Satisfaction Awards.

Big-City Excitement

City Looks caters to women looking for an exceptional hair-care experience and a full array of salon services. Located primarily in shopping malls and strip centers, the City Looks client wants convenience and high quality hair-care services in a comfortable environment.

City Looks at a Glance

· Year of inception: 1968. Changed name to City Looks in 1987.

· Number of locations: 32 franchise and corporate owned locations

· Geographic coverage: United States, Canada

· Franchisee profile: Single or multi-unit operator looking to own one or more units

· Previous experience: No salon background necessary

· Financial requirements: $150,000 liquid assets and $400,000 net worth

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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 Padgett Business Services One of Accounting Today ‘Top 100’for 2007

 

Athens, GA – Padgett Business Services has once again made the ‘Top 100’ in Accounting Today’s annual ranking of tax and accounting firms.  Padgett, ranked 53rd in the 2007 ‘Top 100’ issue, is a leading provider of financial reporting and tax consulting services to small business owners throughout North America. “It is an honor to be ranked among the top 100 firms in the nation,” said Vice Chairman Dan Sautner. “Padgett continues to grow because it is committed to provide services that fit the unique needs of the small business sector of our economy.”

 

Each year, Accounting Today surveys the industry’s largest businesses and its ranking serves as the benchmark most cited in the field. The ‘Top 100’ has charted the phenomenal growth of the accounting industry and its leaders since the feature’s inception in 1988.  Accounting Today has also recognized Padgett in the past with the following citations: Top 10 Fastest Growing Firms in America (without using a merger for growth), 1996 Merit Award for Achievement in Client Service, 1997 Gold Medal Award for Achievement in Client Service, and Padgett Business Services Vice Chairman Dan Sautner has been included as one of the 100 Most Influential People in Accounting.

 

Since 1966, Padgett has provided financial reporting and tax consulting services to independent business owners throughout North America.  Padgett has been ranked as a top small business accounting firm by Entrepreneur, Success, and Income Opportunities magazines, as was also ranked in Franchise Business Review’s Franchise 50 2007 Franchisee Satisfaction Awards.

 

For more information about Padgett Business Services, please contact the home office at (800) 723-4388 or visit

 

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About Padgett Business Services

For over 40 years, Padgett Business Services has catered to the individual needs of small business owners through a network of 400 local owner-operated offices. By way of personal relationships and efficient service, they provide peace of mind to help their clients’ businesses increase their success. Padgett offers small business advice and consultation, tax preparation, government compliance, financial reporting, complete payroll services, and other services important to small businesses.

Suspended in Time™ has developed a revolutionary process of drying and preserving floral arrangements, such as bridal bouquets, anniversary, funeral, prom corsages, etc. Learn how to start your own in home business.  www.suspendedintime.com  1-801-227-0075

Aire-Master provides a total service solution to your odor control and cleaning needs.  Our professionally trained service technicians and consultants draw knowledge from almost 50 years of service history.  From our premier cleaning service to our specialty services, you will be assured that the job will get done and done right.

 

Are you ready to be your own boss?  Aire-Master offers you a low investment opportunity that is flexible enough to accommodate your personal vision.  The services, products and knowledge Aire-Master offers is as diverse as the customers we help.  As an Aire-Master franchise, your business does not start over every month.  Our customers are set up on a repeating schedule that best suits their needs.  Find out how an Aire-Master franchise may be right for you.

Call: 800-525-0957

Express Employment Professionals Ranks in Entrepreneur Magazine

 

OKLAHOMA CITY, April 18, 2008 – Entrepreneur magazine ranked Express Employment Professionals, formerly Express Personnel Services, in the top 15% among all 500 franchises on their Franchise 500 list, an annual listing of the top franchises in the nation.

Entrepreneur ranks franchises nationwide to identify today’s top opportunities in franchising. Express ranked at No. 77 on the list. Among the magazine’s list of top global franchises, Express ranks No. 69, and the company was No. 58 among the fastest growing franchises in the U.S. and Canada.

Companies must meet high standards to be considered in the top 500, including having a solid financial history, a healthy growth rate and system size. Other determining factors include the number of years in business, length of time a company has been franchising, start-up costs and royalty fees.

“It’s an honor to be a part of Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500,” said Robert A. Funk, founder and chairman of Express Employment Professionals. “We work hard to ensure our franchisees have all the resources they need to succeed in their markets. We’re proud to be recognized as one of the best franchise opportunities.” 

In the past two years, Express has awarded 130 new franchises. The company now has more than 600 offices in four countries and employs 350,000 people each year. Sales for the Oklahoma City-based company totaled nearly $2 billion in 2007.

Formerly Express Personnel Services, a new name and logo reflect the company’s latest evolution in its 25-year commitment to respecting people and impacting business.

Express provides expertise in evaluation and direct hire, temporary staffing, executive recruiting and human resources. recruiting and human resources.

For more information, visit www.expresspros.com.