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To apply for a Master License for any of these brands or to find out more about them, please contact miranda.isaakidis@N0SPAM.mail.doc.gov or +27 (0)11-778-4811.

abraAbrakadoodle is the US leader in children’s creative art, offering imaginative classes in painting, sculpting, digital design, collage, mosaics and drawing for children http://www.abrakadoodle.com

bajaBaja Fresh and La Salsa are high quality, fresh, healthy California/Mexicanlasalsa food brands that are quality

alternatives to typical fast food and casual dining http://www.bajafresh.com http://www.lasalsa.com

rightathomeIn-home care and assistance for seniors & disabled, plus staffing services and training, http://www.rightathome.com

handaymanThe global #1 trusted, uniform, trained, certified professional solution franchise for repair problems for busy people and businesses www.mrhandyman.com

aeroballoonAeroballon, tethered helium balloon concept that provides tourist and advertising opportunities – http://www.aeroballon.com/

Ausie Pet mobileAussie Pet Mobile, now a US company, brings the pet salon right to your home. Enjoys the enviable position as the only national mobile pet-grooming brand in the US. Perennially ranked number one in its category. The proprietary system and equipment provide comfort and safety for pets and unmatched customer convenience on a regularly scheduled basis. http://www.aussiepetmobile.com

  • Unique special van based technology - Very high rate of repeat business Professional and proprietary grooming system - Training and processes

Batteries PlusBatteriesPlus is the single source supplier of batteries with more than 250 stores across the US. Technology, Lifestyle and a desire for portability continue to drive the use of batteries in our personal and business world. They had the vision to fill the supply need for replacement portable power batteries. http://www.batteriesplus.com

  • Strong B2C and B2B marketing programs (sales are essentially 50/50)
  • Proprietary online cross-referencing tool, international supply chain and call center resources
  • On-site Tech Center which as the capabilities to test, recondition and build custom battery packs

billboardBillboard Connection, a very unique “Home-Based” franchise focusing on the fast growing outdoor advertising industry - http://www.billboardconnection.com/

Carl's Jr.CKE Restaurants represent three world renowned, highly quality food brands: Carls, Jr., Hardee’s and La Salsa. CKE Restaurants has enjoyed dynamic growth for over 60 years and continues to be one of the most popular quick-service restaurants companies in the US. They have a passion for quality food and great guest service. A U.S. publicly traded company with system wide turnover exceeding US$3 billion in 2005; the CKE system includes more than 3,400 locations in the US and 15 other countries.

  • Three major brands are available from CKE in many countries
  • A high level of established global infrastructure result sin significant in-country master franchise support and a global supply chain
  • Guest (customer) focused product quality, table service and fun location designs.

coldwellColdwell Banker Real Estate Corporation, is a subsidiary of Realogy Corporation (NYSE: H), a franchisor of five of the most recognized brands in real estate, including Century 21®, Coldwell Banker®, Coldwell Banker Commercial®, ERA® and Sotheby’s International Realty® - http://www.coldwellbanker.com/

CrestcomCrestcom Franchisees market and deliver training in the areas of Sales, Recruiting, Customer Service and particularly Management Skills Development.

Each month, thousands of executives and managers from more than 150 major cities in nearly 50 countries on 6 continents participate in Crestcom Training. The training is available in more than 25 language versions.

Crestcom training is a unique combination of live and video instruction. The Crestcom video faculty features many of the world’s most highly respected business authorities.

Crestcom programs emphasize involvement, participation, team work and leadership development. They represent an innovative departure from traditional training methodology. Perhaps the most impressive thing about Crestcom training is that it works with all sizes of organizations … from small local companies to multi-national giants.

Instant Imaging Instant Imprints is a unique, innovative franchise system integrating five established businesses into one turnkey retail investment. Embroidery, Screen Printing, Signs and Banners, Promotional Items and Heat Transfers. B2B – provides marketing and promotional products and services primarily to small to medium sized businesses. www.instantimprints.com

  • Moderate initial Investment level yields high margins
  • Multiple profit center model generates repeat business and cross selling opportunities
  • Web-based training plus proprietary management software simplify order production

cuppysCuppy’s Coffee, Smoothies & More , Inc is a specialty coffee drive thru franchise business that offers the coffee, lattes, espresso and smoothie drinks –http://www.cuppys.com/

environmentalEnvironmental Biotech, Inc.® (E.B.I.), offers unique and effective solutions to the drain line and odor problems commonly found in commercial establishments. The service combines both a proactive bi-weekly service that focuses on eliminating the source of the problem and a 24-hour reactive service - http://www.environmentalbiotech.com/

Jan-Pro Jan-Pro International offers the opportunity to establish and grow a successful business in an expanding industry with tremendous growth enabling Country Master Franchisees to invest in one of the fastest growing franchise businesses around: the under-penetrated and dynamic commercial cleaning and janitorial services sector. http://www.jan-pro.com

kidokineticsKidokinetics is an exciting and unique program developed to improve and enhance boys and girl's sports and fitness. Fun-filled classes include activities that enhance and develop motor skills, physical fitness and improve self-confidence – http://www.kidokeninetics.com/

  • Franchisor’s marketing excellence is focused on master franchising
  • No litigation or failures – different than the competition and very important for master franchisees
  • Unique, proprietary “MasterView” Business Management Software for all Master Franchisees

Mr. Handy Man Mr. Handyman offers the opportunity to participate in a large home-repair and commercial customer industry for a low initial investment. Mr. Handyman is the solution to today’s repair problems for time starved, dual-income families, for business owners who are not capable do-it-yourselfers or who just want a wide variety of repairs done right by trained professionals. http://www.mrhandyman.com

"One call Does It All! No job Is Too small" – There’s no need to make multiple calls and set up different appointments for home and commercial maintenance and repair projects. The “Right Start” franchise training and launch program The “ToolBox!” business management software system

O1OFFICE 1 is a franchiser headquartered in West Palm Beach, Florida and with more than 600 franchise stationary stores in 33 countries worldwide. With new stores opening every week somewhere in the world, OFFICE 1 is the fastest growing retail office products retail chain in the world.

OFFICE 1 stores are franchised outlets - they benefit from the global purchasing power of a strong international company combined with the energy, entrepreneurial flair and commitment of an owner managed business. OFFICE 1 provides the benefits of a well-known powerful brand to otherwise small, independent and often unsupported companies.

planet beachPlanet Beach Contempo Spa, leaders in the global beauty and wellness industry with over 300 locations. We are looking for strategic-partners who are looking to fulfill an entrepreneurial dream, a great investment, or who just want a business venture with a kick! The Planet Beach Contempo Spa concept offers a unique business model to Franchisees and an exceptional experience for consumers. http://www.planetbeach.com/

salad creationsSalad Creations, one of the U.S.A.’s fastest growing health conscious restaurant concepts that provides all types of customized salads - http://www.saladcreations.net/