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Pet Supplies Plus Operator Signs Deal for 29 Wag N’ Wash Stores

by Katie Lee

Livonia, Mich. — The largest multi-unit operator of Pet Supplies Plus, US Retail Holdings, has signed a deal to purchase 29 Wag ‘N Wash stores. This agreement follows their previous development announcement to open 20 additional Pet Supplies Plus stores over the next 5 years. The entrepreneurs behind US Retail Holdings are Aaron Young, Chad Bush and Doug DeLozier, who collectively have over 60 years of PSP experience and own and operate 49 Pet Supplies Plus stores across Alabama, Michigan, Tennessee, Virginia, Wisconsin and Texas. Over the next 4 years, …

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FAT Brands Opens First Tri-Branded Location

by Katie Lee

Los Angeles — FAT (Fresh. Authentic. Tasty.) Brands Inc. has opened its first tri-branded location: a Fatburger, Buffalo’s Express and Hot Dog on a Stick. This unique new location is situated in the Los Angeles neighborhood of Valley Village. “Since 2013, we have been able to effectively scale the co-branded model of Fatburger and Buffalo’s Express,” says Mason Wiederhorn, chief brand officer of FAT Brands. “As FAT Brands has continued to expand its portfolio, we have been exploring other like-minded brands to join together, most recently, Johnny Rockets and Hurricane …

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Bonchon Opens 20th Location in Virginia

by Katie Lee

Virginia Beach, Va. — Bonchon is continuing to grow in the state of Virginia. The popular restaurant, known for its crispy, hand-brushed Korean fried chicken, has a new opening in the Hilltop West shopping center in Virginia Beach, Va. The new location opened on November 22. The Virginia Beach Bonchon location has full table service and everything on the menu is available for takeout and delivery. Founded in Busan, South Korea, in 2002, Bonchon today has more than 390 locations across eight countries including Thailand, Philippines, Singapore, Cambodia, Myanmar, Australia, …

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Topgolf Opens First Idaho Venue

by Katie Lee

Dallas — Modern golf entertainment leader Topgolf opened its 83rd global venue on Nov. 28, in Meridian, Idaho, roughly 10 miles west of Boise. The new venue, which marks the first Topgolf in the state of Idaho, features 60 climate-controlled hitting bays, a 9-hole miniature golf course, a full-service restaurant and bar, an outdoor patio, and more. “The Boise community has let us know how excited they are to have a Topgolf opening near them, and we’re just as excited to join the community,” says Gen Gray, chief operating officer …

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Boston Retail Solutions Announces CEO Retirement & Succession Plan

by Katie Lee

Vero Beach, Fla. — Boston Retail Solutions (formerly known as Boston Barricade) has announced that Bob Putnam plans to retire at the end of 2022 after 30 years with the company. He will become a special advisor to the board of directors. Randy Ahlm, the current COO of Boston Retail Solutions, has been named the new CEO. Since founding the company in 1992, Putnam built the company into a market leader for retail solutions, including modular barricades, large-scale graphics and vehicle wraps. He expanded the company’s national footprint, made strategic …

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DSW and Cobblers Direct Launch Shoe Repair Services in All 500+ Stores Nationwide

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Austin, Texas — Cobblers Direct, the online spin-off of the world’s largest and most trusted shoe, boot, belt and handbag repair company based in Austin, Texas, is partnering with DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse to offer high quality shoe repair services in all 500+ stores across the country. Shoe repair is a rapidly growing need, and with few local cobblers left to meet the demand, the new partnership with Cobblers Direct gives DSW customers instant, nationwide access to expert shoe repair. “DSW is hyper-focused on delighting our customers, offering diverse brands …

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Island Fin Poké Co. Debuts in Tennessee

by Katie Lee

Clarksville, Tenn. — Rapidly expanding franchise Island Fin Poké Co. has made its debut in Clarksville, Tenn., marking its 26th location and its first in Tennessee. The new location opened on November 14. Island Fin Poké Co. is a Florida-based fast-casual concept known for its Hawaiian-style build-your-own poké bowls. “Our area has been craving something new and fresh, so we are glad to be able to provide these exciting, Island-inspired flavors to Clarksville,” says Jeff Bryant, franchise owner of the new Island Fin Poké Co. “We’re looking forward to introducing …

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Foot Locker, Inc. Opens State-of-the-Art, Sustainably Built Distribution Center

by Katie Lee

New York City — Foot Locker, Inc., a New York-based specialty athletic retailer, has opened a new, state-of-the-art distribution center in Reno, Nev. The more than $40 million, 465,000-square-foot facility will enhance Foot Locker’s distribution capabilities by handling more than 20 million units and serving over 300 stores on the West Coast. The facility will also create greater cost efficiency and cut shipping times within the region by more than 50%. As part of Foot Locker’s environmental, social, and governance (ESG) strategy, the facility also integrates sustainable elements, including reclaimed …

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Caribou Coffee Opens First Domestic Franchise Location

by Katie Lee

Minneapolis — Caribou Coffee®, a national premium coffeehouse and Panera Brands company, has opened its first-ever domestic franchise location. Located in Wooster, Ohio, the grand opening on Nov. 17 marked a significant milestone for Caribou Coffee since announcing its domestic franchise program in October 2021. Earlier this year, Caribou Coffee announced its first multi-unit agreement with franchisee Mike Mariola, who intends to develop locations in the Columbus, Dayton and Cincinnati markets. “We’ve been anticipating the day when we could welcome guests to Caribou’s first U.S.-based franchise location,” says Matthew Walls, …

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ShopRite and EVgo Unveil New Fast Charging Station

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Bloomfield, N.J. — The newly renovated Brookdale ShopRite in Bloomfield, N.J., has debuted an EVgo Inc. electric vehicle (EV) fast charging station in its parking lot. This EVgo charging station features charging from 100kW up to 350kW and can serve four vehicles simultaneously. The station was supported with funding through the PSE&G Electric Vehicle Charging Program, which is designed to support the deployment of EV chargers for a range of customers. This latest launch is part of a push to install and offer charging stations in communities where ShopRite stores …

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