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Is Your Business Struggling—And We Mean Really Struggling?
There's a reality show that will help struggling businesses stay afloat. Could TV return to Rancho Santa Margarita?

The Real Housewives of Orange County filmed in Rancho Santa Margarita, and for the right personalities and the right business, television could come a knocking once again.
There is a nationwide search for struggling family-owned businesses in need of help (BJ's Restaurant need not apply).
According to a press release, a major production company announced a nationwide search for struggling, family-owned businesses that are fighting to survive. (This is where the PR element kicks in):
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This new, 1-hour series will feature a team of two experts who will provide life-saving solutions to faltering family businesses across the country. From amusement parks to dry cleaners, from junk yards to bakeries, the team of experts will delve into what is not working and provide the business a life-saving opportunity, and a new chance at success.
Metal Flowers Media is currently searching for family owned businesses across the country that are fighting to stay alive in this turbulent economy. The company must be in serious trouble, with monumental problems that they can’t seem to overcome, and must be open to taking advice from a team of experienced, credentialed business experts. Candidates must be US citizens, and over the age of 18.
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For more information, or to apply for the chance to be featured on the series, please email casting at beatriz@metalflowersmedia.com for more information, or log on to www.facebook.com/metalflowersmedia.
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