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4 05, 2021

Leading International Lash Franchise Deka Lash Celebrates Grand Opening of 100th Studio

Tatyana Stemkovski2021-05-04T10:05:58-04:00May 4th, 2021|Tags: custom eyelash extensions, Deka Lash, Lash Franchise, personal care franchise|

PITTSBURGH — Deka Lash, the leading international Lash Franchise, today announced the opening of its 100th store in Pittsburgh, marking a major milestone as the company continues its growth and expansion plans across the country. This milestone comes after Deka Lash fought through the COVID pandemic, proving that lashes and beauty can withstand the toughest of times.

“We are thrilled to announce that we have expanded our footprint to 100 operating locations. With our long-term goal of opening more than 300 stores in the next few years we continue to be excited about the significant whitespace in front of us,” said Deka Lash founder and co-CEO Jennifer Blair.

Once just a single bed salon in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Deka Lash is now the largest international lash franchise in the world. Jennifer Blair started the brand alongside her husband, Michael Blair, with a vision of being able to help the everyday woman feel more confident and beautiful with a level of accessibility that (at the time) was completely unheard of in the industry. Since then, Deka Lash has become a leader in eyelash beauty to not only serve and empower their customers, but also provide long term and fulfilling career paths for women looking to make the shift into the beauty industry.

Jennifer Blair stated, “As we continue on this journey to become the leading destination for eyelash extensions, we are more committed than ever to better serving our customers, building brand awareness and investing across the business to further enhance the Deka Lash experience.” This month Jennifer and Michael Blair will attend the grand opening of the new Pittsburgh location in McCandless Pennsylvania.

About Deka Lash

Deka Lash was founded in 2011 by Jennifer and Michael Blair, with the vision to create everyday confidence through beautiful lashes that are affordable and accessible to everyone. Deka Lash Studios are modern retail salons which apply semi-permanent, custom eyelash extensions by highly trained lash artists, providing a variety of looks and styles. The concept began franchising in 2016 and to date operates in 28 US States and Internationally in Canada. In 2021, Deka Lash earned the rank of #4 on Entrepreneur Magazine’s top new franchise. For additional information visit dekalash.com.

4 05, 2021

Saladworks has ‘Revolutionized’ the Salad Experience!

Tatyana Stemkovski2021-05-04T09:48:29-04:00May 4th, 2021|Tags: fast-casual create-your-own salad franchise, food delivery services, made-to-order salads, Saladworks|

Kicks Off National Saladworks Month with New Globally Inspired Menu and Flavor Your World Campaign.

WEST CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa. — Saladworks, the nation’s leading fast-casual create-your-own salad franchise and part of the WOWorks family of brands, has launched a new “WOW!” menu designed to ‘revolutionize’ the salad experience for its guests. This is the most ambitious menu update in the brand’s 35-year history and, combined with its training and operations-led Vow to “WOW!” guest hospitality program, will ‘revolve’ everything around the specific needs, wants and desires of its Millennial family and Gen Z guests. All based upon the shared 4 ME characteristics of Personalization, Customization, Self-Expression and Connection:

May is known as National Salad Month; however, Saladworks has renamed it, National Saladworks Month based upon its comprehensive and integrated plan to revolutionize the Salad experience in a variety of ways.

Revolutionizing its famous Create Your Own menu category by adding the option for guests to create a customized Salad, a Warm Grain Bowl — or a mixture of both — built upon a Base of greens, grains or both.
Revolutionizing its Chef-created Signatures menu category by adding the option for guests to order any one of them as a Salad, a Warm Grain Bowl — or a mixture of both — built upon a Base of greens, grains or both. in addition to adding six exciting new global and regional flavor profiles (e.g., Asian, Mediterranean, Greek, Southwestern Chipotle, Smoky BBQ, Farmers Market).
Revolutionizing its Wraps with the ability for guests to order a Create Your Own or any of its 12 Signatures recipes in the form of a portable, hand-held Wrap — “The First Salad You Can Eat With Your Hands!”
Revolutionizing its Pick 2 and Saladworks Catering menu categories by enhancing an already high-perceived value proposition by providing guests with (many) more options from which to Flavor Their Originality.

In a bold move to capitalize on the popularity of global and regional flavor profiles, Saladworks is launching a summer-long Flavor Your World campaign that will feature its six adventurous new recipes – each of which can be ordered by a guest in whatever way they choose – as a Salad, a Warm Grain Bowl or a Wrap – for the same price. The new Signature menu items represent different flavors and cultures from around the world including: Asian Crispy Chicken Wrap (China); Grilled Chicken Mediterranean (Italy); Smoky BBQ Crispy Chicken (Kansas City); Southwest Chipotle Ranch (Mexico); Classic Greek (Greece); and Farmers Market (California).

In a pent-up world waiting for travel advisories to be lifted, people are continuing to find other ways to satisfy their need for adventure. Just in time for summer vacations, the new Saladworks Flavor Your World menu will be available for exploration through a unique “Flavor Passport” — exclusively for Saladworks Rewards members only.

From May 3^rd through June 12th, Saladworks Rewards members will have the opportunity to try each of the six new Signature menu items and receive a post check-in email with a custom ‘passport stamp’ representing each region to add to their “Flavor Passport.” Guests will receive 20 Bonus Points for their first check-in after ordering a new Signature menu item. If the guest tries all six new Signature Flavor Your World menu items during this timeframe, they will receive a Free Entrée, valid for fourteen days.

“At Saladworks, we have always believed that everything we do should ‘revolve’ around anticipating and fulfilling the needs, wants and desires of our guests,” said Mark Mears, Chief Marketing Officer of WOWorks. While other restaurant concepts are shrinking their menus, we’re doubling down on the 4 ME Millennial/Gen Z mindset featuring the desire for Personalization, Customization, Self-Expression and Connection that, together, creates a “WOW!” moment for our guests. We live in a Food Network culture, so the idea behind our Flavor your World campaign and its ‘Flavor Passport’ promotion is to generate awareness, trial and repeat of our six new Signature menu flavors; giving our guests a fun and safe way to travel around the globe without ever leaving the neighborhood!”

In addition to its ‘Flavor Passport’ promotion, Saladworks will also provide exclusive offers for its Saladworks Rewards members in May:

Extra Bonus Points on Teacher Appreciation Day and Memorial Day Weekend
Buy One, Get One Free (BOGO) promotion on Mother’s Day
Free Kids Works meal (with adult entrée purchase) on Cinco De Mayo and every Wednesday in May
A $5.17 Wraps Special to wrap up tax season on Tax Day
And $2 Off any Pick 2 every Tuesday

Saladworks, which has been in business for 35 years, has always placed a focus on guest originality through its array of over 60 fresh, flavorful and healthy ingredients. In addition to its Signature recipes, Saladworks offers create-your-own options, including Salads, Warm Grain Bowls, Wraps and more.

For more information about its menu, current offers, “Flavor Passport” or to become a Saladworks Rewards member, visit www.saladworks.com or download the Saladworks Rewards app.

ABOUT SALADWORKS:

Founded in 1986, Saladworks is the nation’s leading fast-casual create-your-own salad destination, with over 130 locations across 18 states and two countries. Part of the WOWorks family of brands, which also includes Garbanzo Mediterranean Fresh, Frutta Bowls and The Simple Greek, Saladworks encourages guests to be original, giving them the option to choose from salads, warm grain bowls or wraps, along with an endless array of fresh vegetables, fruits, proteins and delicious dressings. Ranked #22 on Fast Casual’s Top 100 Movers and Shakers in 2020, Saladworks has been delivering the most original and incredible salad experience to guests for more than 30 years. For more information, visit www.saladworks.com.

3 05, 2021

Jon Sica Named to Retail TouchPoints and design:retail 40 Under 40 Class of 2021

Tatyana Stemkovski2021-05-03T10:46:09-04:00May 3rd, 2021|Tags: Batteries Plus Bulbs, phone repair services, retailer of batteries, specialty light bulbs|

Chief Strategy and Development Officer for Batteries Plus Makes List of Top 40 Professionals in the Retail Industry.

HARTLAND, Wis. — After receiving the largest nomination pool in the competition’s seven-year history, Retail TouchPoints and design:retail has named Jon Sica, Chief Strategy and Development Officer at Batteries Plus, one of the top 40 professionals in the retail industry under the age of 40.

The select group of young executives are paving the way for the next era of retail and was compromised of founders, CEOs, creative directors, design managers, marketing executives, ecommerce gurus, VPs and many more changemakers. Sica was one of 40 individuals that met the following criteria:

Shining stars in their company and in the industry;
Have completed innovative and remarkable work; and
Contribute greatly to education or associations supporting the retail community.

From his modest start writing Cabela’s catalogs to driving expansion for the nation’s largest and fastest-growing omni-channel retail franchise, Sica has blazed a trail by mixing the art and science of business to find success across big box, QSR and franchise companies. He focuses on not just defining successful strategies – he connects them to people and execution in a way that delivers consistent, predictable results for shareholders while building a “big tent” that allows many to share and participate in the wins. Sica’s biggest contribution in retail has been in communicating strategy as his background in marketing allows him to visualize and articulate business strategy in a way that’s understandable from the board of directors to hourly employees. A self-professed process geek that enjoys relentlessly and methodically solving tough problems – like post-acquisition integration and building a sales program from scratch – in innovative ways that prioritizes people in addition to business results, Sica has helped Batteries Plus find success in challenging market place.

“I am truly humbled to accept this award from Retail Touchpoints and design:retail and be a part of such a prestigious group of leaders who contribute to the global retail community in positive ways,” said Sica. “It is an honor to be ranked amongst some of the greatest professionals in the retail industry and I am proud to represent Batteries Plus among such an outstanding list of companies and young leaders. This honor is not just a reflection on me, but the entire best-in-class team we have at Batteries Plus.”

Some of Sica’s biggest contributions in 2020 were quickly helping the organization and 260+ franchise owners stay connected during the pandemic, from regional calls with owners to walk through cleaning practices to first-of-their-kind video features and podcasts – he took internal communications to the next level to drive success. Other notable achievements include:

Instituted daily “war room” meetings during the pandemic to respond that help keep all stores operating as “essential” business during the pandemic, while the brand implemented contactless curbside in under 48 hours nationwide, and helped franchisees respond to sales trends to have several record-breaking months in 2020.
Executed the largest store acquisition in company history – not once, but twice – in the midst of a pandemic, while implementing new integrations processes that helped employees keep their jobs while posting sales increases in the time after acquisition.
Hired and transformed a new part of his organization during the pandemic – onboarding, aligning and defining new processes 100% virtually, while beating the annual plan goal in only half a year with 30 franchise signings.

“We are proud to continue the legacy of the 40 Under 40 Awards program, recognizing the achievements and outstanding work of the retail industry’s next generation of leaders,” said Jessie Dowd, Senior Editor of Retail TouchPoints. “Elevating those individuals who have used their brilliant minds and dedicated drive to propel retail forward is essential to fostering continued innovation across the industry at large.”

To see the full list of 40 Under 40, please visit: https://retailtouchpoints.com/topics/retail-innovation/retail-touchpoints-and-designretail-reveal-the-40-under-40-class-of-2021. To learn more about Batteries Plus, including information on the franchise opportunity or tour a store virtually, visit batteriesplusfranchise.com.

ABOUT BATTERIES PLUS:

Batteries Plus, founded in 1988 and headquartered in Hartland, WI, is a leading omnichannel retailer of batteries, specialty light bulbs and phone repair services for the direct-to-consumer and commercial channels. The retailer also offers key programming, replacement and cutting services. Through a nationwide network of stores, the company offers a differentiated value proposition of unrivaled product selection, in-stock availability and customer service. Batteries Plus is owned by Freeman Spogli, a private equity firm based in Los Angeles and New York City. To learn more about one of Forbes®’ Best Franchises to Buy in America, visit https://www.batteriesplusfranchise.com.

30 04, 2021

Global Franchise Magazine Names FASTSIGNS International, Inc. “Best Communications & Signage Franchise” in Global Franchise Awards 2021

Tatyana Stemkovski2021-04-30T12:27:24-04:00April 30th, 2021|Tags: FASTSIGNS International Inc., FASTSIGNS® sign and graphic centers, Propelled Brands, sign and graphic solutions, sign and visual communication franchise|

FASTSIGNS® Was Recognized for the Third Consecutive Year for Its Strong International Franchise Program across Nine Countries.

CARROLLTON, Texas — Propelled Brands announced today that FASTSIGNS International, Inc., franchisor of FASTSIGNS^®, the leading sign, graphics, and visual communications franchise, has been named the Best Communications & Signage Franchise in Global Franchise magazine’s Global Franchise Awards 2021. This is the third consecutive year that FASTSIGNS has received this recognition.

“We are thrilled to once again receive this prestigious honor from Global Franchise Magazine. The last 12 months have been challenging, and I am incredibly proud of how our support center team and network of franchisees united to ensure that the FASTSIGNS brand would emerge stronger than ever,” said Catherine Monson, CEO of Propelled Brands, a newly formed corporate umbrella set to focus on operating and growing service-oriented franchises. “At FASTSIGNS, we continue to seek ways to increase our franchisees’ profitability, create new products and services, excel in customer service, be the world-class leader in franchise support, and be the best example of excellence in our industry and across the franchising community. Being recognized as one of the most credible brands in franchising is a testament to the durability and strength of our franchise opportunity.”

FASTSIGNS reported exceptional results in 2020, including the signing of over 31 franchise agreements in the U.S and Canada to develop new, co-branded, and conversion centers and the opening of more than 30 locations, including its first center in the Dominican Republic. Much of FASTSIGNS’ success in 2020 can be credited to centers being deemed essential businesses, allowing franchisees to pivot their services to focus on serving their customers.

In 2021, FASTSIGNS is looking to sign at least 35 franchise agreements, targeting Southern California, the Midwest, New England, and along the Northeast Corridor. FASTSIGNS is particularly focused on its co-brand and conversion programs, which help existing business owners add a FASTSIGNS to their store or fully convert their business to a FASTSIGNS franchise. FASTSIGNS has helped countless owners of print shops, photography studios, camera stores, embroidery shops, and more, diversify their product lines and services to meet the growing demand for signs, graphics, and visual communication solutions. Both the co-brand franchise opportunity and conversion can be started with only $15,000 down on the initial franchise fee.

FASTSIGNS is known in the industry for equipping its franchisees with tools vital to securing the ongoing success of each individual location. In addition to the brand’s online FASTSIGNS University, FASTSIGNS partners with 1HUDDLE, a workforce-training platform that converts unique training content into science-backed, quick-burst training games that are proven to accelerate workforce productivity.

FASTSIGNS offers a special incentive for first responders, including paramedics, emergency medical technicians, police officers, sheriffs, and firefighters, which includes a 50% reduction on the franchise fee — a savings of $24,875.

For more information about Propelled Brands, visit propelledbrands.com. To learn about franchise opportunities with FASTSIGNS, contact Mark Jameson (mark.jameson@propelledbrands.com or call 214.346.5679).

About Propelled Brands®

Propelled Brands is the corporate umbrella of FASTSIGNS®, SIGNWAVE® and NerdsToGo®. Focused on service-oriented franchises, the Propelled Brands team assists each brand in its portfolio to confidently navigate forward based on their unique position, momentum and purpose. Propelled Brands advances the strategic path for each brand, offering support, guidance and a clear vision to fully equip every franchisee, helping them maximize success.

Propelled Brands is looking to partner with other service-oriented franchise concepts that align with its forward-thinking growth objectives.

30 04, 2021

Gotcha Covered announces new location coming soon to North Hills

Tatyana Stemkovski2021-04-30T12:16:51-04:00April 30th, 2021|Tags: blinds, custom window treatments, draperies, Gotcha Covered, shutters|

Leading window treatment franchise to deliver top-notch consultation services to Southwestern Pennsylvania.

PITTSBURGH — Gotcha Covered, a leader in custom hard and soft window treatment consultation in the U.S. and Canada, is expanding their franchise with a new location in the North Hills area of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The new business is expected to open in May.

The North Hills center will be owned and operated by Josh and Julianna Kish. This location will provide end-to-end consultative services for soft and hard window treatments to the residents of southwest Pennsylvania while offering a variety blinds, draperies, and much more.

“At Gotcha Covered, we deliver a customer experience that is second to none,” said Paul Linenberg, president of Gotcha Covered. “Our previous clients have given us a 4.9 out of 5-star rating for our efforts in guiding them in their journey for new window treatments. We are confident the North Hills location will continue to showcase our excellence in customer service while also providing homeowners with a product that serves their personal needs.”

Adding 27 new franchise locations in 2020, Gotcha Covered currently has over 120 total franchises across the U.S. and Canada. The franchise has been operating under the Gotcha Covered name since 2009.

For more information or to find your local Gotcha Covered consultant, visit https://www.gotchacovered.com.

About Gotcha Covered

Gotcha Covered is a leader in custom soft and hard window treatment consultation in the U.S. and Canada. Flying under their Gotcha Covered flag since 2009, they offer custom window treatments including blinds, draperies, shutters and much more. They offer end-to-end consultation with the customer’s specific needs and goals in mind. The company currently has over 120 total franchises across the U.S. and Canada.

30 04, 2021

FASTSIGNS International, Inc. Celebrates Small Business Month with Social Media Takeover

Tatyana Stemkovski2021-04-30T10:55:50-04:00April 30th, 2021|Tags: FASTSIGNS International Inc., FASTSIGNS® sign and graphic centers, sign and graphic solutions, sign and visual communication franchise|

Various Industries to be Featured During 2021 Small Business Month.

CARROLLTON, Texas — In honor of Small Business Month, FASTSIGNS International, Inc., franchisor of FASTSIGNS^®, the leading sign, graphics, and visual communications franchise, is hosting a social media takeover across their brand channels throughout the month of May. With a focus of businesses empowering and supporting each other to come back stronger than ever, posts will highlight the expansive capabilities that FASTSIGNS has by featuring comprehensive projects from several industries including education, healthcare, restaurants and retail, and property management.

Last year revealed that the 30.7 million business owners in America can truly make a difference when they support and rally around other local businesses. By working together, small businesses kept communities safe, fed, entertained, engaged and moving forward.

One aspect of the Small Business Month mission highlights companies who desire to witness the growth and success of other small businesses. Franchising provides a way for entrepreneurs to invest in themselves and open their own small business, using a proven model and access to unique expertise in the space. As businesses slowly come back, locally owned and operated FASTSIGNS centers have proudly supported and empowered fellow businesses in their communities every day across the country.

Catherine Monson, CEO at Propelled Brands® and FASTSIGNS International, Inc., and Chair of the International Franchise Association dedicates her time, energy and resources to herald small businesses as she has led not only her own network but other franchise organizations through the uncharted waters of 2020 and 2021.

“At FASTSIGNS, we support Small Business Month, because the franchise world is made up of small business owners across the globe who are in business for themselves, but not by themselves,” said Catherine Monson. “We recognize the value of each and every one of the business owners we represent–and the IFA represents–and the important role they play in the economic landscape of our country.”

To learn more about the Small Business Month at FASTSIGNS, visit www.fastsigns.com.

About FASTSIGNS^®

FASTSIGNS International, Inc. is the leading sign and visual communications franchisor in North America, and is the worldwide franchisor of more than 750 independently owned and operated FASTSIGNS® centers in 9 countries including the United States and Puerto Rico, the United Kingdom, Canada, Chile, Grand Cayman, the United Arab Emirates, Malta, the Dominican Republic and Australia (where centers operate as SIGNWAVE®). FASTSIGNS locations provide comprehensive signage and graphic solutions to help companies of all sizes and across all industries attract more attention, communicate their message, promote their products, help visitors find their way and extend their branding across all of their customer touchpoints.

FASTSIGNS is consistently ranked as a top franchise opportunity. Recognized as an invaluable resource for potential franchisees, the Franchise 500® ranks FASTSIGNS as #44 overall — the only sign, graphics, and visual communications franchise to be recognized in the top 100 — for its outstanding performance in areas including unit growth, financial strength and stability, and brand power. In 2021, FASTSIGNS was named one of Franchise Direct’s Top 100 Global Franchises and Franchise Gator recognized FASTSIGNS as one of the Top 100 Franchises. In 2020, Entrepreneur magazine named FASTSIGNS a Top Growth Franchise and one of the Top Franchises for Veterans. Additionally, FASTSIGNS was ranked on Franchise Times’ annual Top 200+ list and Franchise Business Review named FASTSIGNS one of its Top Franchises for Second Careers and Top Franchises for Veterans. In 2019, the brand was named to America’s Best Franchises to Buy list by Forbes magazine. Franchise Business Review has also recognized FASTSIGNS as one of the “Best of the Best” for franchisee satisfaction for the last 10 years, as well as one of its Top 50 Franchises for Women and Top Service Franchises lists in 2019. FASTSIGNS has also received the Canadian Franchise Association Franchisees’ Choice for 8 consecutive years.

In 2021, Propelled Brands was formed, the corporate umbrella that includes FASTSIGNS®, SIGNWAVE® in Australia where FASTSIGNS centers operate under the SIGNWAVE brand, and NerdsToGo®, an emerging IT services franchise brand acquired in September 2020. With a focus on business-to-business franchises and the people behind those businesses, Propelled Brands will help each franchise confidently navigate forward based on their unique position, momentum and purpose.

Learn more about sign and graphic solutions or find a location at fastsigns.com. Follow the brand on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/company/fastsigns, Twitter @FASTSIGNS or Facebook at facebook.com/FASTSIGNS. For information about the FASTSIGNS franchise opportunity, contact Mark Jameson (mark.jameson@fastsigns.com or call 214.346.5679).

30 04, 2021

My Eyelab Ranked as a Top New Franchise by Entrepreneur Magazine

Tatyana Stemkovski2021-04-30T10:41:09-04:00April 30th, 2021|Tags: affordable eye health and eyewear solutions, full-service retail eye care centers, My Eyelab, Now Optics|

Retail Eyecare Franchise Ranks as No. 3 after an Impressive Year of Growth.

PALM SPRINGS, Fla. — My Eyelab, a retail brand of Now Optics, announced today that the company has been ranked on Entrepreneur Magazine’s annual Top New Franchises and Fastest-Growing Franchises lists. Impressively, My Eyelab came in at No. 3 on the Top New Franchises list, which features 100 rising stars in the franchise world. Earlier this month, My Eyelab also ranked on the publication’s Top 500 Fastest-Growing Franchise list, which identifies franchises’ ability to leverage their ability to scale quickly across the globe, coming in at No. 148.

Entrepreneur Magazine’s annual Top New Franchises list features up-and-coming businesses that have been franchising for five years or less. The rankings are judged based on each brand’s score received in Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 list that covers key areas like financial strength and stability, company size and growth, brand recognition and franchisee support. This prestigious list emphasizes attractive franchise brands across the U.S. to help potential business partners make high-upside investments. My Eyelab also recently ranked in the top 100 of Entrepreneur Magazine’s Franchise 500 this past January.

“As we look forward to another year of growth and expansion, we accept these great honors as an opportunity to recognize the tremendous job our teams did serving our communities during the COVID 19 pandemic,” said Daniel Stanton, Founder and CEO of Now Optics. “Our dedicated franchisees and employees understand the power of our telehealth services and the impact it has on our patients that need it. We can’t wait to see where we go next as we continue making eye care easy, and the demand for convenient and affordable eye care increases.”

Building off an impressive year of success in 2020, My Eyelab is staying true to its vision of modernizing the eye care experience for all people in 2021 and beyond. The company is forecasting 50 new franchise locations and 25 new corporate locations to arrive by the end of this year, including expanded reach into three new states.

To continue its impressive trajectory, My Eyelab is seeking qualified entrepreneurs that share the same vision and have a passion for managing their own business. My Eyelab’s streamlined business model makes it easy for anyone to own and operate a retail eye care store and hit the ground running from day one. Their corporate team of experts have over 50 years of combined experience to share and provide the needed training and on-going support in all aspects of running the operation, from site selection to marketing, merchandising and technology.

To learn more about franchise opportunities, visit www.myeyelabfranchise.com.

ABOUT NOW OPTICS:

Now Optics is a leader in the eye care industry. Its retail brands, My Eyelab and Stanton Optical, are among the nation’s fastest growing, full-service retail eye care centers. The company continues to expand its retail footprint with over 200 corporate and franchise locations in 28 states while delivering affordable eye health and eyewear solutions. The company consistently ranks among the largest optical retailers in the country by Vision Monday and was ranked #3 on Entrepreneur’s list of Top New Franchises in 2021. Visit myeyelab.com or stantonoptical.com for more information. Find details about franchise opportunities at myeyelabfranchise.com.

29 04, 2021

Item 9 Labs to Present at A.G.P. Spring Consumer Cannabis Conference and Benzinga Small Cap Conference in May

Tatyana Stemkovski2021-04-29T13:05:18-04:00April 29th, 2021|Tags: cutting-edge franchise model, decade of proven cannabis operation, emerging industry, franchise innovation, Item 9 Labs Corp., producer and retailer of cannabis, Unity Rd.|

Company executives to highlight how combining the Unity Rd. dispensary franchise with premium Item 9 Labs cannabis products can accelerate national growth.

PHOENIX — Item 9 Labs Corp. (OTCQX: INLB) (“Item 9 Labs” or the “Company”), a vertically integrated cannabis dispensary franchisor and operator that produces premium award-winning products, today announced that the Company will participate in the A.G.P. Spring Consumer Cannabis Conference and the Benzinga Global Small Cap Conference in May 2021.

“The U.S. cannabis market is poised for substantial growth,” said Item 9 Labs CEO Andrew Bowden. “Our Unity Rd. dispensary franchise model, combined with our premium Item 9 Labs products, positions us to benefit both financially and geographically. At these conferences, we will discuss how franchising is the most viable national expansion strategy for our Unity Rd. dispensary brand with greatly reduced capital expenditures, resulting in accelerated scale.”

One-on-One Virtual Meetings at the A.G.P. Spring Consumer Cannabis Conference

– Date: Tuesday, May 4, 2021
– Interested Investors: Please contact your A.G.P. registered representative

Bowden, Chief Strategy Officer Jeffrey Rassás and Chief Franchise Officer Mike Weinberger will be meeting with investors in one-on-one sessions. The conference features up to 30 select companies in the cannabis industry and will be attended by approximately 200 qualified institutional investment funds from around the world.

Presentation at the Benzinga Global Small Cap Conference

–          Date: Thursday, May 13, 2021
–          Time: 10:10 a.m. EDT
–          Registration Link: https://www.benzinga.com/events/small-cap/global/

Bowden and Weinberger will provide an overview of the Company, including its award-winning Item 9 Labs products, expansion of its cultivation site and other key initiatives. They will also speak in-depth on the value of the recently completed acquisition of ONE Cannabis Group (OCG Inc.) and its dispensary franchise brand Unity Rd., including how the combined offerings can fast-track the Company’s growth in the current favorable regulatory climate.

Designed to bridge the gap between small-cap publicly traded companies, investors and traders, the Benzinga Global Small Cap Conference enables executive leadership of small-cap companies to network and communicate with a broad and diverse global investor base in a virtual setting.

About Item 9 Labs Corp.

Item 9 Labs Corp. (OTCQX: INLB) is a vertically integrated cannabis operator and dispensary franchisor delivering premium products from its large-scale cultivation and production facilities in the United States. The award-winning Item 9 Labs brand specializes in best-in-class products and user experience across several cannabis categories. The company also offers a unique dispensary franchise model through the national Unity Rd. retail brand. Easing barriers to entry, the franchise provides an opportunity for both new and existing dispensary owners to leverage the knowledge, resources, and ongoing support needed to thrive in their state compliantly and successfully. Item 9 Labs brings the best industry practices to markets nationwide through distinctive retail experience, cultivation capabilities, and product innovation. The veteran management team combines a diverse skill set with deep experience in the cannabis sector, franchising, and the capital markets to lead a new generation of public cannabis companies that provide transparency, consistency, and well-being. Headquartered in Arizona, the company is currently expanding its operations space by 650,000+ square feet on its 50-acre site, one of the largest properties in Arizona zoned to grow and cultivate flower. For additional information, visit item9labscorp.com.

28 04, 2021

Blo Blow Dry Bar Announces Two-Unit Franchise Agreement Igniting New Jersey Development

Tatyana Stemkovski2021-04-28T11:05:24-04:00April 28th, 2021|Tags: beauty services, Blo Blow Dry Bar, exceptional customer experiences, North America's original blow dry bar, salon industry, world's largest blow dry bar franchise|

World’s Leading Blow Dry Bar Franchise Fuels Rapid Statewide Growth, Aims to Add 20 Locations in Five Years.

MORRISTOWN, N.J. — Blo Blow Dry Bar, North America’s original blow dry bar and the world’s largest blow dry bar franchise, announced today the signing of a two-unit franchise agreement to expand its presence in The Garden State. This agreement ignites development momentum as Blo Blow Dry bar aims to bring 20 new locations, through strategic franchise partnerships, to the state over the next five years.

Currently, Blo Blow Dry bar has four successful locations open and operating in Franklin Lakes, Jersey City, West Orange and Bernardsville. Building on this success, the new two-unit agreement will bring a location to Morristown, slated to open in Q4 2021, and an additional location, with an anticipated opening date in late 2022 or early 2023.

Behind the recent New Jersey development is dynamic husband and wife duo, Shar and Alichia Pourreza. Shar grew up in Santa Monica before moving to New Jersey 30 years ago and now is the head of a large energy team at a Wall Street investment bank and owns a small business called Pristine Auto Spa and Service Center. Alichia is a “Jersey Girl” born and raised and has an extensive business background from being a part owner of her family’s kitchen and bath manufacturing business. Throughout her time in the family business, Pourreza [Alichia] oversaw sales, marketing, relationships with distributors as well as the day-to-day operations. With two young children now in school, Alichia is looking forward to concentrating on her new business endeavor full-time.

“I have a business background and I absolutely love fashion, hair and make-up,” said, Pourreza [Alichia]. “After we sold our family business, I was looking for new opportunities. I visited a Blo Blow Dry Bar in New Jersey and fell in love with everything about the company and about the blow out process. I always had a goal to return to work after my children were born and knew my career path would eventually lead me to the beauty industry. Blo Blow Dry Bar is a small business backed by immense corporate support that I can run and feel comfortable and confident doing so on my own.”

With an open real estate landscape and vast opportunity for market growth, company executives are seeking franchise partners to continue to expand in key markets across the state including Cherry Hill, Edison, Fairlawn, Middleton, New Brunswick Township, Princeton and more.

“New Jersey is ripe for growth within the blow dry bar space,” said, Patrick Pantano, Vice President, Franchise Development, Blo Blow Dry Bar. “The demographics and high population density of the area will allow us to expand our footprint on the East Coast. We are thrilled to welcome Shar and Alichia to the Blo Blow Dry Bar franchise family and are looking forward to their continued growth and the incredible impact they’ll make in their community.”

Blo Blow Dry Bar is on a mission to create a space where people of all ages, ethnicities and orientations are welcomed, represented and made to feel gorgeous while emphasizing the need for self-care and wellness. Combining a sophisticated design with a fun and energetic environment, Blo cultivates a seamless and enjoyable experience for guests upon their arrival, during and after their services. Expertly trained bloers are available for consultation seven days a week to meet the needs of all guests. The brand’s hair menu includes seven signature styles – from a sleek ponytail to lively and bouncy curls. Blo Blow Dry Bar also offers makeup services from expert artists on-hand to help guests look and feel amazing for any occasion.

The growing blow dry bar franchise is just at the start of the runway, staking its claim as a leader in the $47 billion a year industry as continues to expand at a rapid rate. Every year, more cities across the globe are painted pink. Every day, a new guest discovers how wonderful the blow out experience can be. Superior service and consistent results are a top priority for all guests as well as franchise partners. The brand goes beyond beauty – it is strategically positioned to meet growing customer demands within the wellness and self-care industries with an established foundation for business success.

“We’re eager to build on the momentum of this partnership to make our catwalk-quality blow outs accessible to women across New Jersey,” said Vanessa Yakobson, CEO of Blo Blow Dry Bar. “Our proven business model, strong culture and exceptional franchise partners means great growth opportunities for our sector-leading brand.”

Blo Blow Dry Bar is currently seeking single- and multi- unit operators to join the brand’s rapid expansion. For more information about franchise opportunities visit https://franchise.blomedry.com/.

About Blo Blow Dry Bar

Blo Blow Dry Bar is North America’s original blow dry bar and the world’s largest blow dry bar franchise. The company transformed beauty norms and reinvented the salon industry when it launched the “no cuts, no color” concept: only blow outs. Since opening its first location in Canada in 2007, Blo has grown to over 130 locations across the U.S. and Canada and continues to expand rapidly. With a mission to enhance the lives of those in the community through the power of flawless blow outs and beauty services, Blo Blow Dry Bar offers perfectly styled hair and exceptional customer experiences seven days a week. For more information visit www.blomedry.com.

28 04, 2021

Pet Supplies Plus Donates Over $22,100 to Best Friends Animal Society

Tatyana Stemkovski2021-04-28T10:55:17-04:00April 28th, 2021|Tags: Best Friends Animal Society, pet retail franchise, pet services, Pet Supplies Plus, VIP Petcare|

Sales from ‘Play On Charity Holiday’ Plush Toys Helped to Support Best Friends Animal Society and Local Shelters Across the Country.

LIVONIA, Mich. — Pet Supplies Plus, the largest and most trusted pet retail franchise in the United States, has raised a total of $22,160 for Best Friends Animal Society through their ‘Play On Charity Holiday’ Plush Toys sales during the 2020 holiday season. Dedicated to making the U.S. no-kill, Best Friends Animal Society helps nearly 3,000 shelters and rescue groups around the country with essential resources and innovative solutions tailored to meet individual communities’ needs, allowing their teams to save as many shelter animals as possible.

Best Friends Animal Society received 10% of sales from the purchase of these plush toys which came in three styles – Giraffe, Bear, and Monkey. Those who purchased a toy could then donate it to Pet Supplies Plus’ Give-A-Gift donation drive, an annual initiative that supports a local shelter of that store’s choosing. As a result, more than $16,600 was raised with this program with the funds donated directly to dozens of shelters across the nation.

Best Friends Animal Society is a leading national animal welfare organization dedicated to saving the lives of shelter dogs and cats. In additional to running programs in partnership with thousands of animal welfare groups across the country, the organization operates the nation’s largest no-kill sanctuary for companion animals. A pioneer in the no-kill movement, Best Friends Animal Society has helped reduce the number of animals killed in shelters nationwide from an estimated 17 million a year to around 625,000. Determined to bring the country to no-kill by the year 2025, Best Friends is working collaboratively with shelters, rescue groups and other organizations to end the killing and Save Them All®.

During the time of this promotion, Pet Supplies Plus also held a “round-up-the-change” initiative asking neighbors to round up their purchase and donate their change to Best Friends Animal Society. This brought in an extra $5,538.62, bringing the total donation to $22,160.42.

“Pets have the power to bring people together and provide comfort and joy in the homes of our neighbors and within their communities,” said, Chris Rowland, CEO of Pet Supplies Plus. “At Pet Supplies Plus we support Best Friends Animal Society’s mission to reduce the number of animals killed in shelters nationwide and we know that the donation from our holiday Plush Toys and round-up-the-change campaign will help Best Friends continue to do the amazing work they do.”

“We could not be more grateful to Pet Supplies Plus for their efforts and generous donation to Best Friends Animal Society,” said, Candi Maciel, Director of Corporate Partnerships, Best Friends Animal Society. “With these funds, we will be able to continue to work toward our mission of reducing the number of animals killed in shelters nationwide. We’re honored that Pet Supplies Plus cares as much for animals as we do and we’re excited to continue our work for the no-kill movement.”

About Pet Supplies Plus

Pet Supplies Plus is focused on making it easier to get better products for your pet. With over 560 locations in 36 states, the stores have a streamlined design making it easy to navigate a wide assortment of natural foods, hard goods and pet services. Headquartered in Livonia, MI., Pet Supplies Plus is ranked 21^st in Entrepreneur magazine’s 2021 Franchise 500® list as the Top Full-Service Pet Supplies Franchise for its exceptional performance in areas including financial strength, growth rate and system size. For more information visit www.petsuppliesplus.com.

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