As PR execs brace for 2004, what are the hot (read: cool) niche businesses that may need a little PR oomph to help get the message out? A special supplement to The Wall Street
Journal on December 15, titled "Franchise Fever," handicapped the top 25 franchises and their chances of becoming "the next big thing." Here's a sample to show the various types
of businesses that may shine in '04.
- Airbag Service International: Replaces car air bags
- Black American Income Tax Service: Ethnic Tax Service
- Geeks on Call: On-site computer solutions
- Itex: Business barter
- It's just Lunch: Dating Service
- 1-800-Got-Junk?: Junk removal
- Parmasters: Indoor Golf training centers
- Pump it Up: Backyard inflatables for parties
- Save-it Now: Bulk purchasing for businesses
- We The People: Legal-document services