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Genesis Expands to 56 Standalone Facilities in U.S., Adds 21 New Retailers

by Katie Lee

Fountain Valley, Calif. — Genesis has added a significant expansion to its retail network with the opening of 21 new standalone facilities across the United States. The brand now counts 56 dedicated retail facilities nationwide. “In 2 short years, Genesis’ retail footprint has grown rapidly from one dedicated retail facility in Louisiana to 56 retail facilities nationwide,” says Claudia Marquez, chief operating officer of Genesis Motor North America. “Introducing 21 new standalone Genesis retailers, including nine in eight states for the very first time, marks a key milestone in our …

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Gong Cha Americas Appoints VP of Franchise Sales & Development

by Katie Lee

Boston — Gong cha, a premier bubble tea brand with more than 230 locations throughout 20 states as well as Washington, D.C., and Puerto Rico in the U.S., and nearly 2,200 stores across the globe, has appointed Mark Treptow as vice president of franchise sales & development for the Americas. A seasoned executive in franchise sales and development, Treptow brings a wealth of experience, and a track record of transforming emerging restaurant concepts into large national and international brands. Before joining Gong cha, Treptow served as senior director at Fransmart, …

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Arhaus Introduces its Studio Retail Concept to the State of Georgia

by Katie Lee

Boston Heights, Ohio — Arhaus, a leader in artisan-crafted furniture and home décor, has opened a new 7,085-square-foot studio at The Avenue Peachtree City in Peachtree City, Ga. Located in South Metro Atlanta, the new studio location marks the brand’s first design studio in Georgia and the third Arhaus location in the state alongside showrooms in Alpharetta and Atlanta. Arhaus studio locations provide a more intimate experience in a smaller showroom footprint, offering a ‘white-glove’ level of personal service and furniture customization. Clients are invited to work closely with Arhaus …

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Papa Johns Names Former Wendy’s Chief as its New President and CEO

by Katie Lee

Louisville, Ky. — Papa John’s International, Inc. and its board of directors have appointed Todd Penegor as president and chief executive officer, effective immediately. He has also joined the board. Penegor, who joins Papa Johns from Wendy’s, succeeds Ravi Thanawala, who has served as interim CEO since March 2024 and will continue in his role as chief financial officer. Penegor was most recently president and chief executive officer of The Wendy’s Company. He is a proven leader with 20 years of experience in the restaurant and consumer goods industries. During …

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Diverzify Unveils New Name and Refreshed Branding for National Accounts Group

by Katie Lee

Atlanta — Diverzify, the country’s largest commercial flooring and interior services provider, has rebranded its national accounts division from Collaborative Turnkey Solutions (CTS) to Diverzify National Accounts (DNA). This strategic shift underscores Diverzify’s commitment to providing streamlined solutions to large-scale clients with national portfolios. DNA specializes in managing multi-location commercial flooring projects and renovations tailored to various sectors, including senior housing, early childhood, banking, retail and more. DNA leverages an expansive network of over 65 Diverzify-owned locations and more than 7,500 materials experts, trained installers and surface care technicians. “The …

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International Fashion Retailer Primark to Open First Store in Michigan

by Katie Lee

Auburn Hills, Mich. — Primark, an international value fashion retailer, will open a new 36,600-square-foot store at Great Lakes Crossing Outlets in Auburn Hills, Mich., on September 12. This will be Primark’s first store in the state of Michigan. This store opening will come fresh off the heels of Primark’s opening at the Florida Mall in Orlando, Fla., due to open on August 29. This momentum is part of Primark’s ongoing expansion within the U.S. market and the new openings will bring Primark to 27 U.S. stores, across 11 states, …

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Juice It Up! On Track to Reach 100-Location Milestone by End of 2024

by Katie Lee

Newport Beach, Calif. — Juice It Up!, a leading handcrafted smoothie, raw juice and açaí and superfruit bowl chain, has opened three new locations in the first half of the year, debuting in Long Beach, Bakersfield and Reedley, Calif., with another nine locations on track to open this year. With 30+ locations in the development pipeline, Juice It Up! is set to reach its 100-location milestone by the end of 2024, setting the brand on pace to surpass its 200-unit goal by 2028. “We are extremely happy to close the …

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Williams-Sonoma, Inc. Highlights Sustainability Progress in 2023 Impact Report

by Katie Lee

San Francisco — Williams-Sonoma, Inc. has published its 2023 Impact Report. The annual report highlights Williams-Sonoma, Inc.’s progress towards the company’s industry-leading sustainability and social impact goals. In 2023, Williams-Sonoma, Inc. focused on operational efficiencies and the adoption of innovative solutions to drive progress towards the company’s sustainability goals. The company also launched GreenRow, a new sustainability-focused home furnishings brand and strengthened commitments to worker wellbeing programs that positively impact communities around the world where Williams-Sonoma, Inc. business is conducted. “The progress we have made towards our sustainability goals reflects …

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Good Times Revamps Restaurant Prototype

by Katie Lee

Denver — Good Times Burgers and Frozen Custard is debuting a new, modernized prototype for all of its units, with the goal of completing the systemwide redesign over the next 2 years. So far, five Good Times units have been updated, one is in progress and 10 are slated to undergo remodels in 2025. All locations are expected to be completed by 2026. The popular Colorado brand — born in Boulder 37 years ago — aims to preserve its heritage of fast drive-thru burgers and frozen custard while modernizing the …

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Hilco Consumer-Retail Acquires Hanes’ Brick-and-Mortar Store Operations

by Katie Lee

Northbrook, Ill. — On July 27, 2024, Hilco Consumer-Retail (HCR) acquired operations for Hanes Outlet and Maidenform stores. This strategic move aims to leverage HCR’s revolutionary RevUp program, which combines a state-of-the-art Virtual Store Management platform with retail experts. RevUp will enable us to achieve unparalleled brick-and-mortar performance by focusing on its store teams’ and its customers’ in-store experience. Customers should expect a new in-store experience rolled out over the coming weeks. HCR’s priority is to retain the Hanes Outlet and Maidenform store teams. To that end, HCR is eager …

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