Recent News in Bloomington, Minnesota

Apr 10 2019

Premium Franchise Brands Changes Its Name to LYNX Franchising

ALPHARETTA, Ga., April 9, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Premium Franchise Brands (PFB), an Atlanta-based franchisor and parent company to JAN-PRO Franchising International and Intelligent Office, announced the company has changed its name to LYNX Franchising as of April 2019.

The new name follows the company's recent change in leadership with Russ Reynolds joining the team as CEO and president, as well as the recent acquisition of Intelligent Office. The company is excited to continue growing its current brands and explore opportunities to expand its offerings through additional service brands. "The name LYNX serves two meanings," states Russ Reynolds. "It draws from the lynx who possesses vision and balance, as well as our ability to create powerful links through our connected structure and bond. This new identity provides us with a brand frame that represents the vision and mission we have for our company."

Retiring the PFB name and introducing LYNX signifies new momentum and reflects the company's core focus on providing a strong and agile network that supports an impressive portfolio of franchise brands that are linked together in their ability to achieve collective success.

LYNX Franchising (formerly Premium Franchise Brands) is an award-winning, global franchise platform. The company's premier commercial cleaning franchise brand, JAN-PRO Franchising International, has served the market for over 25 years and consistently ranks among the nation's fastest-growing franchise concepts. An established leader in the commercial cleaning industry, PFB now offers additional B2B services with their newest brand, Intelligent Office, a leading franchisor in the virtual office space that provides highly trained administrators, flexible service offerings and executive office suites. To learn more about LYNX Franchising, contact eshin@lynxfranchising.com.

SOURCE LYNX Franchising

Feb 22 2019

FedEx Small Business Grant Contest

SCORE is pleased to announce the 2019 FedEx ® Small Business Grant Contest

FedEx is offering over $220,000 in cash and prizes to entrepreneurs across the country.

What could you do with $15,000, $30,000 or even $50,000 for your small business? The FedEx Small Business Grant Contest has returned, offering even more money to 10 winners. Entries will be accepted February 19 through March 25.
Entering is a great opportunity to gain exposure for your business and connect with your community and your fans — and winning one of the 10 grants could open up new possibilities for your business. Start thinking about how you want to tell your story: What do you want to share about your business? What could a grant help you accomplish?

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Feb 8 2019

Premium Franchise Brands Acquires Intelligent Office to Offer Smarter Solutions for Businesses

ATLANTA, Feb. 6, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- PREMIUM FRANCHISE BRANDS (PFB), an Atlanta-based franchisor specializing in service brands and office solutions, is proud to expand its franchise portfolio with the acquisition of INTELLIGENT OFFICE (IO). A key player in the virtual office movement, IO offers tailored, turnkey solutions for businesses looking to customize elements of traditional office spaces and staffing.

Revolutionizing the way businesses are run, Intelligent Office offers a la carte Intelligent Assistant services that are performed by highly trained professionals who are ready to answer calls, schedule appointments, manage calendars and handle digital communications on a flexible, on-demand basis. In addition, IO provides businesses with a prestigious address and immediate access to fully equipped office spaces and meeting rooms; all to help businesses operate at a professional level while lowering overhead to a fraction of the usual cost. "We offer the industry's most customizable professional services and work environments to fit your needs and budget," states Jake Nordquist, COO of Intelligent Office. "We're local, personalized and an extension of your team."

The acquisition includes all of IO's 59 locations throughout North America and merges IO's innovative solutions with PFB's dedication to providing unparalleled support. "The addition of Intelligent Office aligns with our core strengths at Premium Franchise Brands as well as our continued investment in brands that provide differentiated services to business," states Russ Reynolds, president and CEO, Premium Franchise Brands. "Intelligent Office has over 20 years of history and innovation and we look forward to growing the franchise materially over the next few years by investing and supporting the brand and its franchisees."

PREMIUM FRANCHISE BRANDS is an award-winning, global franchise platform. The company's premier commercial cleaning franchise brand JAN-PRO Franchising International has served the market for over 25 years and consistently ranks among the nation's fastest-growing franchise concepts. An established leader in the commercial cleaning industry, PFB now offers additional B2B services with their newest brand, Intelligent Office, a leading franchisor in the virtual office space that provides highly trained administrators, flexible service offerings and executive office suites. To learn more about Premium Franchise Brands, visit premiumfranchisebrands.com.

Media Contact:
Elaine Shin
678-336-1798
Elaine.Shin@premiumfranchisebrands.com

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