SCOTTSDALE, AZ – The Joint Chiropractic, the nation’s fastest-growing chiropractic franchise, has earned another national accolade for its growth and achievements during 2018.
FranchiseGator.com, a leading resource for prospective franchisees, announced that The Joint has been named to its annual list of top 100 franchise companies. The list, titled “Top 100 Franchises of 2019,” ranked hundreds of participating franchise companies based on their overall performance over the last 12 months. The Joint was ranked 42nd, up 15 spots from its ranking on the list last year.
The award validates the progress The Joint has made in the past year. In 2018, the brand added more than 47 clinics, bringing the total to 442 clinics to communities throughout the United States.
“This award is a great benchmark of success for our business,” said Peter Holt, President and CEO of The Joint Chiropractic. “We look forward to continuing this momentum throughout 2019, as we provide even more communities across the country with affordable, accessible chiropractic care.”
The Franchise Gator Top 100 Franchises of 2019 list measures the quality of a franchise system over time based on financial stability, growth, transparency, engagement, continuity and sustainability. The ranking also evaluates investment range and franchise industry. The list includes three categories: Top 100 Franchises, Fastest Growing Franchises and Top Emerging Franchises.
FranchiseGator.com collected and evaluated data based on various pieces of the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) that focus on financial stability, growth, transparency, engagement, continuity and sustainability. Hundreds of FDDs were studied in 2018 to establish the ranking from 2019.
“Strong growth is one of many areas a prospective franchisee can look at when evaluating a franchise brand,” said Eric Bell, General Manager at Franchise Gator. “Total unit count is important as every franchise company’s mission is to increase their footprint as it makes the whole system much healthier.”
The Joint is reinventing access to chiropractic care by making it convenient and affordable for patients seeking pain relief and ongoing wellness. They don’t require appointments or health insurance and are open evenings and weekends. By welcoming walk-ins and strategically placing locations near high-traffic shopping centers, grocery stores and retail areas, patients have easier access to their clinics and can seamlessly visit a licensed chiropractor without disrupting their daily lives.
Additionally, The Joint’s unique membership model allows patients to customize their ongoing treatment or take part in preventative care on a weekly basis. Plus, patients can use their membership at any clinic nationwide while maintaining their continuity of care. Through pain management and ongoing treatment plans, The Joint and its doctors operate with a noble purpose to change the way people live their lives.
Entrepreneurially spirited individuals interested in owning a The Joint Chiropractic franchise should have the ability to invest between $181,250 – $341,050, which includes working capital and a typical franchise fee of $39,900. Ideal franchise candidates are individuals who share the company’s passion for health and wellness, including chiropractors looking to launch a business or supplement their independent practice, multi-concept franchise owners and investors interested in pursuing semi-absentee business ownership.
To learn more about The Joint Chiropractic visit: www.thejoint.com.
About The Joint Chiropractic
Based in Scottsdale, Arizona, The Joint is an emerging growth company that is reinventing chiropractic care by making quality care convenient and affordable for patients seeking pain relief and ongoing wellness. Its no-appointment policy and convenient hours and locations make care more accessible, and affordable membership plans and packages eliminate the need for insurance. With more than 450 clinics nationwide and over 6 million patient visits annually, The Joint is a leader in the chiropractic profession. For more information, visit www.thejoint.com. For more information about The Joint’s franchise opportunities, visit www.thejointfranchise.com.
Business Structure
The Joint Corp. is a franchisor of clinics and an operator of clinics in certain states. In Arkansas, California, Colorado, District of Columbia, Florida, Illinois, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Tennessee, Washington, West Virginia and Wyoming, The Joint Corp. and its franchisees provide management services to affiliated professional chiropractic practices.
Author: Rebecca
The Patch Boys Launches EIGHT New Locations in A Two-Week Span
LAKEWOOD, NJ – The Patch Boys, America’s FIRST AND MOST TRUSTED drywall repair franchise company, has awarded EIGHT new locations in the last two weeks, including territories in Idaho, Nevada, North Carolina and New York.
A completely mobile business, The Patch Boys provides homeowners, landlords, property managers and business owners with a highly-focused wall patching service. These are jobs that are usually too small for most contractors and beyond the average homeowner’s skill set.
“The growth we’re experiencing, coupled with the quality of owners we’re attracting, is a great testimonial to our niche business,” said Leo Goldberger, Founder and CEO. “We offer a unique, in-demand service to the consumer, and a low-cost, high-margin opportunity for investors.” continued Goldberger.
In addition to working with homeowners, landlords and property management companies, The Patch Boys also provides services directly to general contractors, roofers, electricians, plumbers, HVAC companies and other trade professionals who want to add-on drywall repair services to their customers, but don’t have the staff or expertise to do it themselves. The Patch Boy’s simple business model and proprietary computer technology allows franchise owners the luxury of operating the business from the comfort of their own homes, and around their own schedules.
“Not only are we America’s FIRST AND MOST TRUSTED drywall repair franchise company, but we’re also one of the fastest growing home-based concepts out there,” said Curt Swanson, COO and VP of Operations. “Even more importantly, we have seen a spike in women ownership over the past couple of months, which further demonstrates and validates the hard work our staff has put in to promote the concept and the mind-boggling growth we have experienced.” continued Swanson.
With the 80+ current locations, The Patch Boys is dedicated to continually innovating and improving.
About The Patch Boys
Founded in 2008 by entrepreneur Leo Goldberger, The Patch Boys has become the go-to resource for a reliable and efficient drywall repair. Recognizing that most general contractors and other trade industry professionals lack the time and resources to repair drywall damage caused by their services and other unforeseen forces, The Patch Boys gets their properties back to normal as quickly as possible. Franchising since 2015, this rapidly growing company has more than 70 locations across the country. The Patch Boys had become a popular investment opportunity for its low price of entry, high margins, and simple, home-based model. For more information, visit www.thepatchboys.com or call us at 844.99.PATCH
Interim HealthCare Announces 2019 “Nurse Of The Year”
SUNRISE, FL – Interim HealthCare Inc., a leading national franchisor of home care, hospice and healthcare staffing, today announced Rakel Nussbaumer as its 2019 Nurse of the Year. Rakel works as a registered nurse for Interim HealthCare of Clovis, New Mexico, bringing comfort and care to her patients and their families. The “Interim HealthCare Nurse of the Year” is awarded annually during National Nurses Week, which begins May 6 and ends May 12, on Florence Nightingale’s birthday.
“It takes a truly remarkable person to give of themselves the way that Rakel has to her patients, their families and the local community she serves,” said Jennifer Sheets, Interim HealthCare Inc. President and CEO. “Nurses aren’t always aware of the significant impact they can have on patients and their families. We want Rakel, as well as all the other Interim HealthCare nurses and care professionals, to know that the work they do empowers people to live a more enriched, safe and independent life, and we thank you for all your contributions.”
Rakel began her career with Interim HealthCare in 2006 as a field nurse and grew into her current role as director of healthcare services for the Clovis franchise. Her role allows her to go beyond caregiving and support a team of clinicians. In the last year, Rakel designed and implemented a recognition board for all staff members, creating a space to recognize individual’s accomplishments and encourage team-wide support. This has boosted morale and appreciation for one another among the caregiver team.
“I’m so grateful to have chosen a career that allows me to impact so many lives in my community. I am honored to be recognized as Interim HealthCare’s Nurse of the Year,” said Rakel. “Caring for people is a true calling for me, and I’ve been lucky to do meaningful and impactful work for my patients and for my colleagues.”
“Nursing can be a taxing yet extremely rewarding career, and as the U.S. population ages, we need more great caregivers like Rakel to improve the lives of our patients, clients and their families,” said Sheets. “While the public recognition is well-deserved, the positive impact our nurses make day in and day out is immeasurable.”
To learn more, please visit for Interim HealthCare’s career webpage.
About Interim HealthCare Inc.
Interim HealthCare Inc., founded in 1966, is a leading national franchisor of home care, hospice and healthcare staffing. It is part of Caring Brands International which also includes UK-based Bluebird Care and Australia-based Just Better Care, both well-known franchise brands in their countries. With more than 530 franchise locations in seven countries Caring Brands International is a global healthcare leader.
Interim HealthCare in the United States is unique in combining the commitment of local ownership with the support of a national organization that develops innovative programs and quality standards that improve the delivery of service. Franchisees employ nurses, therapists, aides, companions and other healthcare professionals who provide 25 million hours of home care service to 190,000 people each year, meeting a variety of home health, senior care, hospice, palliative care, pediatric care and healthcare staffing needs. For more information or to locate an Interim HealthCare office, visit www.interimhealthcare.com.
Dinner Is Coming: Uber Eats Exclusively Offering Free Hooters Delivery This Sunday
Hooters and Uber Eats are teaming up to exclusively offer free Hooters delivery for your planned viewing parties.
This Sunday only, April 14, customers can enter promo code “3EYEDOWL” when ordering from Hooters restaurants on Uber Eats and receive free delivery, on orders over $10.
Select customers, across the country, who order Hooters from Uber Eats will also have the chance to receive a special Gold Leafed Wing in a treasure chest and will automatically win free Hooters wings for a year from Uber Eats.
Hooters wing varieties including original-style, naked wings, smoked wings, Daytona Beach style wings, bacon wrapped wings and boneless wings, are all available in fifteen craveable sauces or one of five dry rubs, such as Texas BBQ, Caribbean Jerk or Garlic Habanero.
For more information visit hooters.com or follow us at twitter.com/hooters, facebook.com/hooters, instagram.com/hooters or on Snapchat at “hooters.”
About Uber Eats
Uber Eats is an on-demand food delivery app and website that helps bring millions of people around the world the food they want, at the tap of a button. We partner with over 200,000 restaurants in more than 350 markets across 36 countries and six continents to offer meals for every taste and occasion. From specialty local favorites to everyday national brand names, Uber Eats offers millions of dishes, reliably delivered fast and fresh in as little as 30 minutes.
NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. A PURCHASE WILL NOT IMPROVE CHANCES OF WINNING. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED. Open to legal residents of 50 US or DC, age 18 or older. Sweepstakes begins at 11:00 am ET on 4/14/19 and ends at 11:59 pm ET on 4/15/19. Uber Eats app required for mobile order entry method. Message and data charges may apply to mobile participation. If you are in possession of an eligible game piece, redeem the valid PIN Code at www.Hooters.com/UberEats and follow the on-screen entry instructions to determine if you are an instant winner of a grand prize. PIN Code must be redeemed by 4/28/19 or is void. See complete official rules for prize details and how to obtain a free game piece by mail at www.Hooters.com/UberEats. Maximum 6 grand prize awards available. Each grand prize consists of an Uber Eats promo code valid for redemption for up to 52 separate orders of Hooters Chicken Wings delivered through Uber Eats (with a maximum retail value not to exceed $15 per order) from participating Hooters restaurant locations (ARV per grand prize: $780 ea). Each order subject to applicable Uber Eats delivery fee, service fee and small order fee, and subject to available delivery areas with Uber Eats. Uber Eats promo code will expire on 6/30/2020 and any unused orders will be void. Uber Eats promo code may not be combined with any other promotion, discount or other offer. Uber Eats terms, conditions and other restrictions apply. Odds of winning based upon number of eligible entries received from all entry methods combined. SPONSOR: Hooters of America, LLC, 1815 The Exchange, Atlanta, GA 30339.
To find your nearest Hooters location, visit Hooters.com.
About Hooters of America, LLC
Hooters of America, LLC, is the franchisor and operator of more than 430 Hooters restaurants in 38 states and 27 countries. Known for its world-famous Hooters Style chicken wings, the first Hooters opened its doors in 1983 in Clearwater, Florida. Expectations were so modest at the time that the simple fact the doors opened was deemed worthy of a toast. Since then millions have been liberated from the ordinary at Hooters while enjoying great food, fun and one-of-a-kind hospitality that can only be served up by the Hooters Girls. For more information about Hooters visit www.hooters.com or follow us at twitter.com/hooters, facebook.com/hooters, instagram.com/hooters or on Snapchat at “hooters.”
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Orangetheory® Fitness Named The Official Fitness Partner Of The Chicago Cubs
CHICAGO, IL – With more than 50 Illinois locations, Orangetheory® Fitness announces today that they are the new official fitness partner of the Chicago Cubs, one of the most historic franchises in Major League Baseball. As part of the partnership, Orangetheory® Fitness will host the World’s Largest HIIT Workout at Wrigley Field, 1060 W. Addison St., Saturday, May 18, inviting thousands of participants to raise funds for the ALS Association and the chance to beat the World Record for World’s Largest HIIT Workout.
“We are thrilled to partner with the Chicago Cubs,” said Brad Ehrlich, Owner and Chief Executive Officer, Orangetheory® Fitness Illinois. “With now more than 50 Illinois locations, serving individuals from Wrigleyville to Springfield, we feel that our partnership will elevate the Orangetheory® FitnessIllinois experience for our more than 40,000 members across the state. We are excited to work hand in hand with the Cubs to create engaging, experiential fitness events for Cubs fans everywhere and meet our goal to raise more than $500,000 for ALS.”
Exciting activations and events for Orangetheory® Fitness and the Chicago Cubs will include:
World’s Largest HIIT Workout at Wrigley Field – Saturday, May 18
On Saturday, May 18, Orangetheory® Fitness and the Chicago Cubs will host the World’s Largest High-Intensity Interval Training Workout, with thousands of participants, comprised of Orangetheory® Fitness members and coaches and members of the community at Wrigley Field. In an effort to raise funds for the ALS Association and break the World Record, guests will be invited to participate in a complimentary workout by providing a donation of their choosing.
ALS Awareness Night Presented by Orangetheory® Fitness – Sunday, May 5
On Sunday, May 5, the Cubs and Orangetheory® Fitness are teaming up to join the fight against ALS by offering fans a Special Ticket Offer for the Cubs-Cardinals game at Wrigley Field. In addition to a ticket to the game, fans who purchase a ticket through this offer will receive a Cubs and Orangetheory® Fitness water bottle. A portion of net proceeds from the ALS Awareness ticket offer also will be donated to Augie’s Quest, an organization dedicated to finding a cure for ALS.
Orangetheory® Fitness-Style HIIT Classes at Gallagher Way
As the exclusive programming partner for HIIT workouts at Gallagher Way, Orangetheory® Fitness will host outdoor classes at 7 a.m. every Monday and Wednesday, beginning May 13 and running through September 25. Guests of the classes will be able to get a full-body strength and cardiovascular workout with coaches in the heart of Wrigleyville.
Orangetheory® Fitness to Team Up with Cubs Charities
Beginning in summer 2019, Orangetheory® Fitness will partner with Cubs Charities in support of the Cubs Jr. All-Star program, which is designed to encourage kids be active and healthy while having fun playing baseball and softball.
About Orangetheory® Fitness
Orangetheory® Fitness is a one-of-a-kind, group personal training workout that uses intervals of cardiovascular and strength training. Their heart-rate-monitored training is designed to maintain a target zone (known as the “orange zone”), no matter what the fitness level of the individual, they will be stimulating metabolism and increasing energy. The workout is half endurance and half strength and power training. Everyone in class wears a state-of-the-art heart rate monitor with their individual heart rates displayed in real-time on large monitors positioned throughout the studio. Maintaining the target zone makes sure that each person maximizes the efficiency of their workout to boost cardiovascular benefit and burn fat, both during and up to 36 hours after the workout.
For more information, follow Orangetheory® Fitness on Instagram at @OrangetheoryIL or visit https://www.orangetheoryfitness.com/.
About the Chicago Cubs
The Chicago Cubs franchise, a charter member of Major League Baseball’s National League since 1876, has won the National League pennant 17 times and was the first team to win back-to-back World Series titles in the 1907 and 1908 seasons. In 2016, the Chicago Cubs made history again when the team won its first World Series in 108 years, ending the longest championship drought in North American sports. Known for its ivy-covered outfield walls, hand-operated scoreboard and famous Marquee, iconic Wrigley Field has been the home of the Chicago Cubs since 1916 and is the second oldest ballpark in Major League Baseball. In 2009, the Ricketts family assumed ownership of the Chicago Cubs and established three main goals for the organization: Win the World Series, Preserve and Improve Wrigley Field, and Be a Good Neighbor. For more information, visit www.cubs.com.
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Marriott International Opens Doors To Its 7,000th Property
BETHESDA, MD – PRNewswire – Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) today celebrated the opening of its 7,000th property – The St. Regis Hong Kong. The stunning, 27-story luxury hotel, which features butler service, and multiple restaurants, is emblematic of Marriott’s global expansion strategy which disproportionately focuses on the highest lodging tiers as well as fast-growing international markets such as Hong Kong. The company’s first property, the Twin Bridges Marriott, opened in 1957 and was a four-story motor hotel in Arlington, Virginia.
“It’s thrilling to open our 7,000th property, an incredible milestone for a company that began as a nine-stool root beer stand in 1927 and didn’t even open its first hotel until decades later,” said Arne Sorenson, President and Chief Executive Officer of Marriott International. “I can’t think of a more fitting property to hold the honor than The St. Regis Hong Kong which underscores the benefits of our merger with Starwood, the importance of luxury and the tremendous opportunity in Asia.”
Today, Marriott’s pipeline is growing with an increasing number of legacy-Starwood branded hotels with brands such as St. Regis, Luxury Collection and W.
“Our newest luxury hotel – The St. Regis Hong Kong – is a testament to our well-defined global growth strategy,” said Tony Capuano, Marriott’s Executive Vice President and Global Chief Development Officer. “By leveraging our industry-leading luxury brands, including those we gained from the Starwood merger, our robust relationships with multi-unit owners and our expertise in identifying strategic opportunities in global gateway markets such as Hong Kong, we are well positioned to expand our global footprint by 25 percent in the next three years.”
More hotels mean more job opportunities
The milestone follows Marriott’s announcement in March that it expects to add more than 1,700 additional hotels by the end of 2021, including about 320 hotels in Asia Pacific. According to STR data, Marriott’s overall open hotels and signed pipeline at the end of 2018 totaled a combined 1.69 million rooms, which exceeds that of its next competitor by 36 percent.
Marriott estimates that these 1,700 properties expected to be added by the end of 2021 could provide up to 150,000 jobs around the world. In Asia Pacific alone, the company’s additions in the region over the same time period could provide up to 56,000 jobs.
“As we look at adding an expected 1,700 properties to our system, hiring and retaining talented people has never been more important to our continued success,” said Dr. David Rodriguez, Chief Global Human Resources Officer, Marriott International. “As our footprint grows more global, workers in our hotels – from bartenders to housekeepers – will have ever-growing choices and opportunities as they grow their careers with Marriott International and its franchisees. For over 90 years, we have focused on building a company that puts its people first and this value remains at the forefront as our global growth continues.”
Marriott International prides itself on being a welcoming and inclusive place to work. More than 730,000 people in 130 countries and territories wear a Marriott name badge. The company has received numerous global accolades on its work environment, including being named to the Fortune “Best Places to Work” list for a record 22 consecutive years.
About Marriott International
Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) is based in Bethesda, Maryland, USA, and encompasses a portfolio of 7,000 properties in 30 leading hotel brands spanning 130 countries and territories. Marriott operates and franchises hotels and licenses vacation ownership resorts all around the world. The company now offers one travel program, Marriott Bonvoy™, replacing Marriott Rewards®, The Ritz-Carlton Rewards®, and Starwood Preferred Guest®(SPG). For more information, please visit our website at www.marriott.com, and for the latest company news, visit www.marriottnewscenter.com. In addition, connect with us on Facebook and @MarriottIntl on Twitter and Instagram.
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Burger King® Franchisees Are Bringing The Hummus & Pita Co. To The Southeast
ATLANTA, GA – The Hummus & Pita Co., one of the country’s fastest growing Mediterranean fast casuals, has signed a multi-unit deal to expand their franchise to the Southeast. Brother-in-law Franchisees Jay Gill and Patrick Sidhu will bring five locations to the Atlanta area over the next two years.
Gill and Sidhu are partners in Premier Kings, Inc., one of the largest BURGER KING® franchisees in the country, and were named its “Franchisee of the Year” in 2015. Starting with six BURGER KING® locations in 2010, their portfolio now includes more than 170 locations, as well as 14 Popeyes® restaurants throughout Alabama, Florida, Georgia, South Carolina and Tennessee.
As an emerging restaurant concept, The Hummus & Pita Co. was the ideal non-competing complement to Gill and Sidhu’s existing portfolio. The concept also provides the upside of better unit economics, more flexibility and room for expansion.
“The passion behind The Hummus & Pita Co. brand is contagious and rapidly multiplying, and we hit the lottery having Jay and Patrick franchise with us,” said Dave Pesso, co-founder of The Hummus & Pita Co. “They are the perfect franchisees, and we are beyond humbled to have them on board. We will learn a great deal from Jay and Patrick, and I look forward to a long and mutually rewarding relationship.”
The Hummus & Pita Co.’s high sales volume, coupled with high consumer demand, proves the brand is well-poised for its planned national expansion, with units in development in Detroit, Michigan and Los Angeles, California. A known Southern California multi-concept operator recently signed on as a 100-unit development agent for the state of California, demonstrating the brand’s rapid franchised growth and expansion into new markets.
“We were looking to diversify our restaurant portfolio in the Atlanta area and saw the Mediterranean segment as the next big thing in the Southeast,” said Gill and Sidhu. “The Hummas & Pita Co. has unlimited growth potential, and we can’t wait to bring the concept’s variety of authentically flavorful, healthy and innovative options, like dessert hummus and hummus shakes, to Atlanta diners.”
The fresh and healthy Mediterranean concept has been delivering guilt-free, homemade cuisine to the masses since 2011. All menu items are made from scratch on the premises at each location, using only the freshest ingredients available to ensure high-quality, flavor-focused eats for every guest. The Hummus & Pita Co. stands out from other Mediterranean concepts for its freshly-baked pita and laffa breads, wide variety of vegetarian dishes, meats cooked in a traditional taboon oven, and its signature hummus-based dessert offerings like the Hummus Shake and Hummus Ice Cream. The concept was named one of QSR’s “13 Emerging New York City Fast Casuals to Watch” and “11 Restaurant Franchises on the Cusp of Greatness.”
The Hummus & Pita Co. is partnered with Fransmart, the industry leading franchise development company behind the explosive growth of brands like Five Guys Burgers and Fries, The Halal Guys, and QDOBA Mexican Grill, as their exclusive franchise development partner to grow the brand. They are currently looking for experienced multi-unit foodservice operators to develop franchise territories in major markets.
To learn more and stay up-to-date on the latest happenings, find The Hummus & Pita Co. on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
About The Hummus & Pita Co.
The Hummus & Pita Co. is a New York City-based concept that brings healthy, homemade Mediterranean cuisine to the masses in a comfortable and inviting environment. All menu items are made-from-scratch on the premises, using only the freshest ingredients available to ensure high-quality flavor-focused eats at every visit. The concept has been named one of “13 New York Fast Casuals to Watch” and “11 Restaurant Franchises on the Cusp of Greatness” by QSR Magazine, and their signature Dessert Hummus was dubbed one of “America’s Most Innovative Menu Items” by QSR in 2017. The Hummus & Pita Co. currently operates four locations in New York City and Brookfield, CT, with additional units in development in Denver, New Jersey, Detroit and Los Angeles. For more information, visit www.hummusandpitas.com.
About Fransmart
As the leading franchise development firm in the country, Fransmart turns emerging restaurant concepts into successful national and global brands. Founded by Dan Rowe, the man who identified and grew brands such as Five Guys Burgers & Fries and Qdoba Mexican Grill from single unit businesses to the powerhouse chains they are today, Fransmart’s formula for success is finding emerging brands ripe for expansion and building successful multi-unit franchise businesses across the U.S. and globally. Fransmart’s current and past franchise development portfolio brands have opened more than 5,000 restaurants worldwide, and facilitated franchise investments that have cumulatively generated 1-billion in revenues to date. For more information, visit www.fransmart.com.
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Smoothie King Launches ‘Rule The Day™’ Branding
DALLAS, TX – PRNewswire – Smoothie King, the world’s leading smoothie brand, will encourage guests to “Rule The Day™” through new branding that delivers on the company’s vision to be an integral part of every health and fitness journey.
The rebrand, led by creative agency of record Omnicom Group-owned Rodgers Townsend, comes as Smoothie King continues its menu makeover, a journey that has taken more than five years, 15,000 hours of research and development, and 150 changes, additions and reformulations of ingredients to support healthy, active lifestyles. As part of the Clean Blends™ initiative, Smoothie King’s menu includes more whole fruits and veggies, no artificial colors, flavors or preservatives, and zero grams of added sugar in many smoothie options.
The Rule The Day™ campaign captures the journey of wellness, activity and achievement featuring everyday habits that encourage people to live purposefully. It also highlights Smoothie King’s many delicious, nutrient-rich smoothie blends that fuel those lifestyles, including ingredients like organic kale and spinach, carrots, strawberries, mangoes, wild blueberries and raspberries.
“Our new branding demonstrates that we believe food is fuel for the mind and body, and that it should be as flavorful as it is functional,” said Smoothie King CEO Wan Kim. “We carefully choose each ingredient in our smoothies to help our guests achieve their purpose, reach their goals and truly rule each day.”
As part of the rebrand, Smoothie King introduces its newest smoothie: Slim-N-Trim™ Veggie made with organic spinach, kale and ginger with mangoes, bananas, Gladiator® Protein, Lean1™ Protein, Fiber Blend Enhancer and apple pineapple juice blend. The 240-calorie smoothie is the perfect light meal to help shape up for summer, with two full servings of fruits and vegetables, zero grams of added sugar, and protein and fiber to fuel the day. Slim-N-Trim™ Veggie is available at all locations beginning April 2.
Smoothie King’s all-new, rebranded website includes nutritional and ingredient information for all smoothies, with details about Clean Blends™ and the Smoothie King “No No List” at https://www.smoothieking.com/our-promise/clean-blends.
About Smoothie King Franchises, Inc.
Smoothie King Franchises, Inc., the original U.S. smoothie franchise, is a privately held, Dallas-based franchise company with more than 1,000 units worldwide. It was founded in 1973 with the mission to help others achieve better health in a delicious way through smoothies. Today, it continues its mission to inspire a healthy and active lifestyle through its Clean Blends™ initiative, which focuses on great-tasting smoothies with more whole fruits and vegetables while removing artificial flavors, colors and preservatives and added sugars in many of its blends. Smoothie King extends its vision to be an integral part of every health and fitness journey through partnerships with the American Cancer Society, Challenged Athletes Foundation and the Smoothie King Center. The franchise is currently ranked No. 1 by Entrepreneur magazine in the juice bar category for the 28th year, ranked No. 22 overall on the 2019 Franchise 500 list and debuted on the Inc. 5000 list in 2018. The company also offers retail products that include sports beverages, energy bars, vitamins, supplements and more.
Visit www.smoothieking.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/SmoothieKing and Instagram at www.instagram.com/SmoothieKing.
Media Contact:
Katie McKenzie
katie@spmcommunications.com
817-329-3257
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BirthdayPak Celebrates 10 Years with A Fresh, New Look!
Springfield, PA – As BirthdayPak enters its 10th year of delivering gift cards to women for their birthday, it’s the perfect time to embrace an elegant and contemporary new design. The BirthdayPak mailer has been transformed from its simple, yellow format to a more stylish image that resonates with the recipients as they begin their birthday month.
“As part of our ongoing promise to Deliver Wow, we’re excited to release our fresh, new look with the April mailing”, says Paul Berman, CEO at BirthdayPak. “It was time for a facelift, and after months of research, we’re delighted with the outcome.”
Exhaustive research went into the new design, including live focus group studies and digital surveys. The new design was tested in select areas and the response from clients, and recipients, has been overwhelmingly positive.
In the past 10 years, BirthdayPak has grown significantly from a single market in southeastern PA to having multiple markets across 21 states. Since its inception, BirthdayPak has delivered more than 4.4 million happy birthday greetings in the mail. This translates to nearly $352,000,000 in gift cards that have been sent to BirthdayPak recipients over the past 10 years! That’s a significant amount of birthday gifts!
The BirthdayPak marketing platform helps upscale businesses, such as restaurants, day spas and boutiques, reach their best potential customers. The beautifully printed and mailed “birthday gift” features as many as eight gift cards from this exclusive group of businesses in the community. The women who receive BirthdayPak have discretionary income and are about to celebrate their birthday.
In addition to direct mail, BirthdayPak has sent millions of emails to recipients with high deliverability and open rates. This multi-channel marketing platform keeps the BirthdayPak recipients engaged throughout the year. The BirthdayPak business model has a history of positive performance and extremely high client retention rates. The above average response rates, and additional branding opportunities through a digital experience, provide a winning combination.
BirthdayPak is expanding nationwide through franchising and has been recently recognized by Entrepreneur Magazine as the #1 franchise in Advertising Services category. If you, or someone you know, has an interest in learning more about this exciting business opportunity, please visit www.BirthdayPakFranchise.com or call 888-206-0083.
Contact:
Paul Berman
BirthdayPak
pberman@birthdaypak.com
888-206-0083
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Cannabis Franchising is a Reality at Multi-Unit Franchising Conference
DENVER, CO – North American cannabis buyers spent $9.2 billion in legal markets in 2017. Flash forward to a decade from now and the global industry is poised to reach $80 billion with North American consumption leading the way. In this time span, countless industry rookies will enter the industry, vying for their piece of the pie. The growth vehicle driving those who will succeed? Franchising. It is the most viable option for newcomers to become a part of this development, while mitigating much of the risk. ONE Cannabis™ is painting this reality next week for attendees at the Multi-Unit Franchising Conference.
Taking place March 24-27, the Las Vegas show is a must-attend event for multi-unit and multi-brand franchisees looking to build their businesses and flourish. The Denver-based cannabis franchisor is exhibiting at the conference to meet with prospective franchisees and franchise brokers about its franchise opportunities throughout North America. Interested parties can visit ONE Cannabis at Booth No. 123 or contact Justin at Justin@ocginc.com to set up an introductory meeting.
“ONE Cannabis offers multi-unit franchisees the opportunity to diversify their investments and grab stake at the ground floor of a nascent industry, with industry leaders by their side,” said ONE Cannabis COO Mike Weinberger, who has two decades of experience in franchising with both large, global franchisors and emerging franchise concepts.
“While marijuana legalization is increasing rapidly across the U.S.,” he continued, “there are some established markets that are already seeing serious consolidation by large entities. If you’ve been thinking of investing in cannabis, now is the time to do it. A limited number of dispensary licenses are awarded in each market, so getting in early is key if you have a desired market in mind.”
ONE Cannabis Leads Cannabis Franchising In North America
ONE Cannabis began franchising in early 2018 and currently has five franchise agreements signed for Colorado development, as well as several agreements in the works in other states and in Canada with different entrepreneurial teams. The company expects to add a dozen corporate and franchise locations in 2019 in multiple states. Recently, ONE Cannabis became the first marijuana business to earn a Franchise Times Dealmakers award. This recognition is presented to the boldest players driving mergers and acquisitions in franchising.
Join The Budding Cannabis Market With Industry Leaders
ONE Cannabis team members have decades of experience in the legal cannabis industry, franchising and operations. With a proven business model in-hand, franchisees gain access to this knowledge – including operational systems, best practices, depth of resources, exclusive award-winning products and hundreds of vetted business relationships as well as national brand recognition and marketing support.
Ideal Franchise Partners
ONE Cannabis partners with both new franchisee investors and existing multi-unit franchisees who are looking to diversify their franchise portfolio. Franchise partner investment costs range from $750,000 to $2.5 million, including a $100,000 franchise fee for a single unit. Those interested in becoming a ONE Cannabis franchisee should have access to $750,000 in liquid capital. Franchisees may be owner-operators or passive owners with a designated, experienced manager running operations.
To learn more about the ONE Cannabis franchise opportunity, contact Justin Livingston at Justin@ocginc.com or visit http://ocginc.com.
About ONE Cannabis
ONE Cannabis is a Denver-based cannabis franchisor. The company’s cutting-edge franchise offering stems from over a decade of proven cannabis operation combined with decades of franchise experience with industry veterans. With countless industry awards, the marijuana pioneers have now built the world’s most powerful cannabis business franchise system. Through its franchise opportunities and SEED program, ONE eases the industry’s barrier to entry, making cannabis entrepreneurship more feasible to a broader group. ONE Cannabis CEO and co-founder Christian Hageseth has been named an “Industry Trailblazer” by High Times magazine. His entrepreneurial journey in the cannabis industry is chronicled in his book: Big Weed: An Entrepreneur’s High-Stakes Adventures in the Budding Legal Marijuana Business. For more information about the ONE Cannabis franchise opportunity, visit http://ocginc.com.
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