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Claire’s Appoints CFO and COO

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Hoffman Estates, Ill. — Claire’s Holdings LLC has appointed Chris Cramer as chief financial officer and chief operating officer. He will help drive the company’s strategic roadmap through business and operational planning as well as financial performance management. He will oversee the finance, supply chain, technology and North America real estate teams and report to Claire’s chief executive officer, Ryan Vero. “With a track record of over 25 years of high-performance industry experience, Chris brings demonstrated operational and financial leadership and a passion for collaboration to our organization,” says Vero. …

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Clean Juice Opens First Wisconsin Location

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Pabst Farms, Wis. — Clean Juice®, the first and only USDA-certified organic juice and food bar franchise, has opened its newest store in Pabst Farms, Wis., the first in the state. Franchise owners Claudia and Charlie Wiggins will officially open their new store on Dec. 2, situated in the township of Oconomowoc.  “We believe wholeheartedly in the all-organic movement and are thrilled to be a part of the Clean Juice family,” says Claudia Wiggins. “Our family is honored not only to bring Clean Juice into Pabst Farms but also to …

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Big Lots Appoints Off-Price Retail Veterans to Leadership Team

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Columbus, Ohio — Big Lots, Inc., one of America’s largest home discount retailers, has appointed two new leaders to fill roles on its senior leadership team. Experienced stores leader Kristen Cox is joining Big Lots as senior vice president, chief stores officer, and closeout merchandising leader Seth Marks is joining the company in the newly formed role of senior vice president, extreme value sourcing. Both Cox and Marks will begin in their roles on Dec. 4, 2023.  “As we continue to make progress on the five key actions supporting our …

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Focus Brands Strengthens Non-Traditional Footprint with Las Vegas Expansion

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Las Vegas — Focus Brands®, the parent company of Auntie Anne’s®, Carvel®, Cinnabon®, Jamba®, McAlister’s Deli®, Moe’s Southwest Grill® and Schlotzsky’s®, is capitalizing on franchise growth in the non-traditional sector, now boasting more than 2,000 non-traditional units across the country. Building on this momentum are two newly signed agreements in the Las Vegas market. Mother-daughter entrepreneurial team Vicki Richardson and Leila Day, of JV Ventures, recently opened an Auntie Anne’s location inside of Allegiant Stadium. This location adds to their non-traditional portfolio including two Auntie Anne’s at the Las Vegas …

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Paris Saint-Germain to Relocate NYC Store to New and Expanded 5th Avenue Location

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New York City and Paris — To build on the success of its Fifth Avenue store, the French football (soccer) club Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and its partners, Fanatics and Lids, will be moving to a larger, more premium location at 535 5th Ave. in New York City on Dec. 15. The previous store at the previous address closed on Nov. 25 and will reopen at the new location which, at 5,200 square feet, will provide consumers with expanded opportunities and serve as the largest Club store in the world. “We …

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Sprinkles Promotes 25-Year Hospitality Veteran to COO

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Austin, Texas — Sprinkles Bakeries and Picnik Restaurants has promoted Justin Murakami to chief operating officer, recognizing his exemplary contributions and leadership in steering operational growth and innovation. His promotion signals a pivotal phase in executing Sprinkles’ growth strategies domestically and internationally. “Justin’s strategic foresight and operational expertise have been instrumental in our company’s success, especially in expanding Sprinkles’ global footprint and Picnik’s domestic expansion,” says Dan Mesches, president and CEO of Sprinkles Bakeries and Picnik Restaurants. “We’re confident that under Justin’s leadership, we’ll continue to exceed expectations, scale efficiently …

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EVgo and Meijer Expand Fast-Charging Partnership in the Midwest

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Los Angeles — EVgo Inc., one of the nation’s largest public fast-charging networks for electric vehicles (EVs), will install new fast-charging stations in the Midwest in an expanded partnership with Meijer, a regional grocery retailer. The new EVgo stations will be built in Ohio and feature up to six stalls at select Meijer locations, equipped with high-power 350kW chargers so that EV drivers can quickly charge and get back on the road. The extended partnership builds upon EVgo and Meijer’s existing relationship and will help increase access to public charging …

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Hawaiian Bros Plans 116 New Franchise Locations

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Kansas City, Mo. — Hawaiian Bros, an island-inspired, award-winning, quick-service restaurant concept, has signed its fifth multi-unit development agreement with Rock Hawaiian LLC since launching its franchise program in late 2022. Rock Hawaiian LLC is set to develop 18 Hawaiian Bros locations in the San Antonio, Texas, area in the coming years, starting with the acquisition of the Live Oak store this year. Rock Hawaiian owners Chris Aslam and Edith Diaz have a strong track record of developing successful multi-unit franchises. Since 2007, their restaurant group has been operating quick-service …

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LG Electronics to Enter U.S. EV Charging Market in 2024

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Lincolnshire, Ill. — LG Electronics will enter the rapidly growing U.S. electric vehicle charger market in 2024 with the introduction of its first line of AC and DC EV charging stations. According to Nicolas Min, senior vice president of LG Business Solutions USA, the line will include Level 2 and Level 3 EV chargers, opening new opportunities for businesses, municipalities and other public places to support the electrification of America with independently owned and operated charging stations. “As a leader in the electrification movement, LG is committed to delivering systems …

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Western Specialty Contractors Restores Rooftop Parking Deck at Luxury Mall in Palm Beach

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St. Louis — Western Specialty Contractors’ Fort Lauderdale, Fla., branch has completed restoration of the rooftop parking deck at The Esplanade shopping mall in Palm Beach, Fla. The project took 5 months. Located at 150 Worth Ave. just steps away from the Atlantic Ocean, the luxury retail destination is home to some of the world’s most sought-after luxury brands including Carolina Herrera, Akris, Pucci, Hublot, Lugano Diamonds and Saks Fifth Avenue. Its on-site parking facility supports surrounding businesses, restaurants, hotels, beach visitors and events. Western’s craftsmen began work to restore …

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