| Russ Darrow acquires Renner Kia and Mitsubishi franchises
The Russ Darrow Automotive Group has acquired the Renner Kia and Mitsubishi franchises of Wauwatosa The moves strengthen Darrow's position as the No. 1 Kia dealer in Wisconsin. Mitsubishi is a new brand for the Darrow family, which now has 15 separate franchises among its 18 dealership locations. The Renner Kia and Mitsubishi franchises had been operational on North Mayfair Road. Darrow announced that both of the newly-acquired Kia and Mitsubishi franchises will be relocated into its existing Darrow dealership location at 1901 N. Mayfair Road, also in Wauwatosa. "We are excited about this acquisition of another Kia franchise, which has been proven to be a strong brand for us," said Russ Darrow, chairman and chief executive officer of the Russ Darrow Automotive Group. "And landing our first Mitsubishi franchise gives us a tremendous opportunity to sell the full line o f the high-quality, popular Mitsubishi autos, SUVs, the Mitsubishi Raider truck and the super sporty Eclipse Spyder as well.
Take Ownership of Your Work and Your Life at The Franchise and Business Opportunities Expo
North America's largest Franchise and Business Opportunities Expo returns to Florida for its 2nd annual show September 8th & 9th, 2007 at the Florida State Fairgrounds. Over 1700 potential entrepreneurs looking to become their own boss, or who are in search of the ideal business partner will explore the hottest new franchises and industry opportunities available in Florida. The Franchise and Business Opportunities Expo showcases a large variety of established franchises plus exciting ground floor opportunities. Consumers have the unique opportunity to meet face to face with representatives from the most profitable franchises that are looking for new franchisees and business partners. "Some of North America's best known storefront franchises in the retail, food, fitness, and service industries, in addition to proprietors of thriving business opportunities and home-based businesses, will be exhibiting throughout the weekend," says Fred Cox Jr., Show Producer.
Village Coffee brews up growth
Village Coffee is branching out. Village Coffee founder Tommy Lowery currently owns three stores -- the original in Troy and two in east Montgomery -- and he's sold licenses in Millbrook, Prattville and Enterprise as well as one in California. He says he's negotiating a dozen other license deals. The Alabama-based company is growing through licensing, which allows the buyer a more affordable and more flexible opportunity than franchising, Lowery said. Under a franchise agreement, the store operator follows instructions from corporate on almost every aspect of running the business. In a license agreement, the store owner has permission to use a company's name and sell its products, according to Daniel Slocki, a counselor at the Auburn University Small Business Development Center.
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