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Build-A-Bear Using Tech, Money to Rebuild the Brand
Build-A-Bear Workshop is serious about its business. Owning all of its United States locations outright, the company only franchises to international locations outside of Puerto Rico, Canada and the United Kingdom. It is currently in the midst of a turnaround to reinvigorate the brand and drive profits at the 15 year old chain.
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Teaching an Old Dog New Tricks — Dog Yoga
All Dogs Go To Heaven — at least at Woof Gang Bakery and Grooming, where they specialize in dog massages and dog yoga.
The Publishing Industry Turns a New Page
According to Shane Gottwals, the franchisor of Walls of Books, print is here to stay. According to Shane Gottwals, the franchisor of Walls of Books, print isn't dead—it's here to stay.
Wellness Finds a New Tourist Destination
Planet Beach opens its first and largest all female spa in Saudi Arabia—no boys allowed Planet Beach recently launched its first all female spa, though not in a typical tourist destination.
Landry's Fails in Bid to Purchase Ark Restaurants
An offer by Landry's Inc. to buy Ark Restaurants Corp at $22 per share was rejected. An offer by Landry's Inc. to buy Ark Restaurants Corp at $22 per share was rejected.
Bennigan's Signs with Big Franchisees
The Dallas-based diner chain Bennigan's has survived, and is starting to climb back with its latest developments.
Tim Hortons Misses Earnings Estimate
Tim Hortons Inc, based in Canada, reported lower Q4 net income than in the previous year. Tim Hortons Inc, based in Canada, reported lower Q4 net income than in the previous year.
Readers Digest Files Chapter 11, Second Bankruptcy
It is the second bankruptcy filing for Reader's Digest, as RDA Holding filed for Chapter 11 this weekend to stave off debts.
Office Max, Office Depot Nearing Merger
Blue chip office supply chains OfficeMax Inc. and Office Depot Inc. are near a potential merger, according to sources. The deal is tentative, and could unravel pending negotiation points.
U.S. Hedge Funds Sour on Apple; Favor Dollar Stores
Managers found discount retailers Dollar General Corp and Dollar Tree Inc attractive, regulatory filings showed on Thursday.
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