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BBI founder David Rutkauskas to pen book

April 14, 2011

David Rutkauskas, founder and president of Beautiful Brands International (BBI) has announced his plans to write a book in collaboration with well known editor and contributing author, Mark Brown of Tulsa, Okla. The book will trace Rutkauskas’ life and career in the restaurant, retail and franchise industry while also giving practical advice for people reaching for their own goals.

“This book is for anyone wanting to make things happen for themselves,” Rutkauskas said. “Having spent so much time in the restaurant and franchise business, I’ve seen the best and worst of business ownership and have learned some significant life lessons. I believe my experience can help guide people in their pursuits and point them in the right direction toward a life full of passion, purpose and success.”

Rutkauskas says his message will focus more on the human continuum — mind, body and spirit — and its empowering effects in our lives for passionately pursuing our goals and dreams. Using examples from his own life and career, Rutkauskas will strive to show the interconnectivity between wealth and business success and a holistic view of human nature.

“I know the struggles I’ve had forging my own happiness through entrepreneurship. It’s not easy, and I believe what I’ve learned will help others create their own dreams of business leadership and success,” Rutkauskas said. “My focus will be on the principles of success and directing a narrative that follows the human equation for a balanced life emphasizing family, health, wellness, success and passion.”

Rutkauskas’ book is slated for publication in 2012 and will coincide with the launch of BBI’s Franchise University, an online school that will offer entrepreneurs tools and resources for success in their business, including webinars, consulting, coaching, policies, procedures, manuals, templates and speaking seminars by Rutkauskas.

David Rutkauskas is the founder, president and CEO of Beautiful Brands International (BBI), a Tulsa, Okla.-based franchise and restaurant company responsible for the launch of brands such as Camille’s Sidewalk Café, FreshBerry Frozen Yogurt Cafe, Dixie Cream Donut Company, Blazing Onion Burger Company, Caz’s Chowhouse, Rex’s Chicken, In The Raw Sushi, Smallcakes Cupcakery and Top That! Pizza.