Ireland was awarded as Master License by the world's largest embroidery and promotional products franchise, EmbroidMe having 300 branches in 12 countries.
Master License in partnership with Dave Hammond will be opening its flagship store in Dublin with a ceremonial function at the US Embassy.
US Ambassador for Ireland, James C. Kenny, US Commercial Service, and Tony Foley, President of World Franchisors along with local community dignitaries attended the ceremony.
According to Dave, EmbroidMe has been the pioneer in developing United States, and he is anxious to develop Ireland with the backing of the world's largest embroidery franchise.
EmbroidMe will be opening virtually 400 global locations, by the end of 2006.
Mark Johnson and Tony Foley can be approached to gather more information about EmbroidMe.