Expansion News--Lady of America, Panera Bread <b></b>

Fort Lauderdale, Florida--Women-only fitness franchisor Lady of America Franchise Corp. is developing its two concepts, Lady of America and Ladies Workout Express, in the Minneapolis/St. Paul region. The firm currently has 10 locations open in the Twin Cities and plans to have 32 by year's end. By mid-2003, there could be more than 50. -The Business Journal, Minneapolis/St. Paul

St. Louis--Panera Bread Co. has signed agreements with two new franchisees to develop 30 Panera Bread bakery-cafés in Southern California. Paul Saber agreed to open 15 units in north San Diego, and Ted and Sheri Hoover will open 15 in south Orange County. Both franchisees are scheduled to open their first bakery-cafés by the end of 2003. -PRNewswire

Editor's Pick

A Father Decided to Change When He Was in Prison on His Son's Birthday. Now His Nonprofit Helps Formerly Incarcerated Applicants Land 6-Figure Jobs.
Lock
A Teen Turned His Roblox Side Hustle Into a Multimillion-Dollar Company — Now He's Working With Karlie Kloss and Elton John
Lock
3 Mundane Tasks You Should Automate to Save Your Brain for the Big Stuff
6 Things to Consider When Getting Out of a Franchise Agreement
Lock
The Next Time Someone Intimidates You, Here's What You Should Do
5 Ways to Manage Your Mental Health and Regulate Your Nervous System for Sustainable Success

Most Popular

See all
Chevron Right
Business News

Kevin O'Leary Slams Martha Stewart's Comments on Remote Work: 'Nobody Wants to Work in These Places'

The "Shark Tank" star is a firm believer in remote work.

By Emily Rella
Business News

'Do You Hate Me?': High School Teacher Shares Wild Emails He Receives From Students

Jordan Baechler teaches high school students in Ontario, Canada.

By Emily Rella
Business News

After Being Told They Could Work From Home Forever, Employees Made Major Life Changes. Then, a New CEO Ordered Them Back to the Office.

Farmers Group CEO Raul Vargas is facing backlash for the change, but he says being in the office brings more "collaboration" and "innovation."

By Amanda Breen
Growing a Business

Do You Say 'Like' Too Much? Don't Worry! I'm a Sociolinguist, and I Like 'Like.'

The modern use of the word is denigrated through and through. But it may be doing more communicative heavy lifting than we give it credit for.

By Valerie Fridland
Life Hacks

The Top 5 All-Time Best Productivity Hacks You've Never Heard Of

Want to combat chronic procrastination? Use these top five productivity hacks to put an end to this debilitating nuisance.

By Ben Angel
By Emily Rella