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Cole Haan Opens New NYC Store in Historic Flatiron District

by Katie Lee

New York City — Cole Haan, an iconic American lifestyle and accessories brand, opened its third New York City location on Jan. 30 as part of the brand’s global store expansion plan. The new store at the corner of 5th Avenue and 19th Street is located in the historic Flatiron District. Today, Cole Haan operates over 500 stores in nearly 100 countries worldwide. Nestled within a 1904 neo-Renaissance landmark building, the 1,622-square-foot retail space represents the evolution of Cole Haan’s premium retail expression. The open floor plan offers an immersive …

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Marco’s Pizza to Build on 2024 Growth Momentum

by Katie Lee

Toledo, Ohio — Marco’s Pizza, one of the nation’s fastest-growing pizza brands, enters 2025 on the heels of a landmark year. With 85 franchises awarded and 70 new store openings in 2024, Marco’s surpassed its 1,200th store milestone. Marco’s enters 2025 with a renewed focus on multi-unit franchise development, with 65% of 2024 agreements coming from existing franchisees. Key growth areas include expansion into non-traditional locations and international markets, including Mexico. “Marco’s leads the charge in growth, innovation and customer satisfaction,” says Tony Libardi, co-CEO and president of Marco’s Pizza. …

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Krispy Krunchy Chicken Finishes 2024 With 605 Openings

by Katie Lee

Atlanta — Krispy Krunchy Chicken®, one of the fastest-growing hot food concepts in the convenience store business with over 3,200 locations, is celebrating 2024 as an outstanding year of growth, menu innovation and operational improvements. The brand continues to reset expectations in the c-store foodservice space, supplying high-quality, craveable menu items to successful operators throughout the country. The brand opened 605 stores in 2024, and projects that it will exceed this number for new stores in 2025. With a new organizational structure and new products, partners and platforms, Krispy Krunchy …

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A&W Restaurants Names New VP of Franchise Development and Design

by Katie Lee

Lexington, Ky. — A&W Restaurants has named Meredeth Jones as vice president of franchise development and design. Bringing more than15 years of experience in franchising, Jones will play a key role in advancing the growth and expansion of the 105-year-old brand. “When growing our A&W family, we look for people who love and know our brand, are passionate about franchising and dedicated to supporting our franchisees’ success, and for us, that person is Meredeth,” says Kevin Bazner, CEO of A&W Restaurants. “As the food-service industry continues to evolve, entrepreneurial opportunities …

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LILYSILK Opens First-Ever Concept Shop in New York City

by Katie Lee

New York City — Following 15 years of tremendous growth, LILYSILK, the world’s leading silk brand, has opened its highly-anticipated store location in the Meatpacking District in New York City. The doors are now open to the public at 654 Hudson St. LILYSILK’s new store location gives its dedicated consumers a way to experience the brand in real life. Matching the brand’s clean aesthetic, this stunning new location has an elevated, clean interior with green and white accents and serves as a community hub for fans of the brand to …

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IT’SUGAR Revamps & Relocates Store at Woodfield Mall Near Chicago

by Katie Lee

Fort Lauderdale, Fla. — IT’SUGAR, one of the largest specialty candy retailers in the U.S., has relocated its current location in the Woodfield Mall in Schaumburg, Ill., to an upgraded 5,600-square-foot storefront — nearly double the size of the previous location. The Woodfield Mall location is the fifth IT’SUGAR store in the Chicago market. “IT’SUGAR is more than a candy store,” says Jonathan Schwartz, vice president real estate of IT’SUGAR. “We deliver a candy experience unlike any other, bringing your favorite brands to life with bright colors, hilariously entertaining displays …

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Canada-based CRAFT Restaurant & Beer Market to Open First U.S. Location

by Katie Lee

Vancouver, B.C. — CRAFT Restaurant & Beer Market plans to open its first U.S. location at Preston Center in Dallas in early 2026. This marks the company’s highly anticipated entry into the American market, building on its success across Canada. The flagship U.S. location will feature more than 100 beers on tap — including local Texas brews — along with cocktails, wine and a globally inspired menu of scratch-made dishes. In 2019, PJ L’Heureux, founder of CRAFT, partnered with Tom Gaglardi, owner of the Dallas Stars and the highly successful …

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Walmart Unveils New 350-Acre Campus in Bentonville, Arkansas

by Katie Lee

Bentonville, Ark. — On Jan. 17, Walmart unveiled its New Home Office campus in Northwest Arkansas, a 350-acre sustainably designed workplace that establishes a new standard for corporate headquarters, one that prioritizes worker well-being, environmental stewardship and public accessibility. The state-of-the art campus represents a multibillion-dollar investment in associate experience environmental leadership and community development, featuring mass timber construction, smart building technology, offices designed to be powered by renewable energy and seamless integration with Downtown Bentonville. The phased opening approach will continue throughout 2025, with the inaugural celebration marking the …

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Apex Imaging Services Builds on World Class Team, Hires Bureau Veritas Executive

by Katie Lee

Pomona, Calif. — Apex Imaging Services welcomes former Target and Bureau Veritas executive Blake Brosa to its leadership team. He joins Apex with nearly 20 years of AEC management and business development leadership experience. Previously, Brosa spent 6 years with Target Corporation in various property development roles and the last decade with Bureau Veritas, where he oversaw sales, marketing, strategy and client experience. “Retailers are seeking single-source solutions and partners that can truly deliver at scale,” says Brosa. “I was immediately impressed by Apex’s differentiated self-perform capabilities, investment in its …

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Sensei Debuts World’s Largest Autonomous Supermarket

by Katie Lee

New York City — Sensei, a global leader in autonomous retail technology, recently debuted its groundbreaking autonomous supermarket at NRF 2025: Retail’s Big Show, which took place in New York City from Jan. 12-14. Sensei introduces real-time basket technology and an autonomous experience with assisted sales — transforming customer convenience and operational efficiency. “Sensei’s technology goes beyond eliminating checkout lines — it enhances the entire shopping journey while providing retailers with invaluable real-time data to optimize their operations,” says Vasco Portugal, CEO and co-founder of Sensei. “We’re excited to bring …

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