Tag: Retail and Franchise

WESLEY CHAPEL, Fla. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Jack L. Hayes International, Inc. released today the results of their 35th Annual Retail Theft Survey which reports on over 340,000 shoplifter and dishonest employee apprehensions in 2022 by just 26 large retailers, who recovered over $288 million from these apprehended thieves.

VIENNA, Va. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Aravenda Consignment Software, a leader in consignment software solutions, has been selected as a part of the Techstars Oakland powered by JP Morgan program. Techstars is a prestigious accelerator program that receives over 10,000 applications annually and selects only 2-3% of these applicants in various global cohorts. The Techstars Oakland Program is the first for Techstars in the San Francisco Bay area.

WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Diners in Los Angeles and Ventura Counties mourned the loss of a local barbecue staple: 101 BBQ Hut. Now, the establishment has reopened at a new location in Westlake Village. The Westlake Village iteration of 101 BBQ Hut is operating under new management.

DES MOINES, Iowa /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- iEmergent, a forecasting and advisory services firm for the financial services, mortgage and real estate industries, today announced the immediate availability of 2022 Home Mortgage Disclosure Act (HMDA) data in Mortgage MarketSmart. To celebrate providing lenders with early access to HMDA reporting, iEmergent CEO Laird Nossuli shared summary observations drawn from the loan-level origination data.

CLEVELAND, Ohio /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- System4 Facility Services Management, an industry leader in facility management solutions that specializes in customized commercial cleaning, disinfection and repair and maintenance services announced that the System4 of Jacksonville office location is under new ownership.

CORVALLIS, Ore. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Kraken Cards, an Inked Gaming store, is excited announce that it's working to be the go-to-spot for Oregon gamers who are looking to stock up on premium gaming gear while having some fun to boot. Ever since it opened its downtown gaming store three years ago, it's been on a mission to be the region's leading gaming supplier.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Olea Kiosks®, the fastest growing provider of self-service kiosk solutions, has announced the launch of its new Quick Ship Program for its most popular model, the Austin kiosk. This program is designed to provide customers with a fast and efficient way to receive their most optimal kiosk, with a delivery time of just 4 weeks.

CLEVELAND, Ohio /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- System4 Facility Services Management, an industry leader in facility management solutions that specializes in customized commercial cleaning, disinfection and repair and maintenance services announced a territory expansion. Local business owners, facility managers and business leaders throughout the Baltimore, Columbia, Annapolis and Towson Maryland area will now have access to a single point of contact for all facility service needs.

CITY OF INDUSTRY, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- People in and around the City of Industry now have the opportunity to enjoy Korea's number one chicken sandwich brand. Mom's Touch has opened a new location there, adding to their existing locations in Gardena and Long Beach, California. The grand opening of this new location was Monday, February 6, 2023.

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- As Phoenix hotels and resorts prepare for the influx of guests attending the Professional Football Championship Game in February, fashion-conscious visitors who love football are sure to get excited about Soul Carrier's new football leather handbag collection.

CONCORD, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- The El Monte Shopping Center is the perfect location to make the most of Visit Concord's "Comfort Food Month" with several minority and women-owned restaurants offering a local flavor to residents and visitors alike. There's something for everyone in the midtown shopping center, from fried chicken to sausage to Japanese. The list of El Monte restaurants includes The Taphouse, Parma Deli, Frickin Fried, Taqueria Autlan, Izakaya An, and the newest addition - Hillside Dawgz.

ALLENDALE, N.J. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Doherty Enterprises-owned Applebee's® Neighborhood Grill & Bar restaurants in New Jersey today announced the official start of their 7th annual Above and "BEE"yond Teacher Essay Contest. The annual essay contest recognizes top teachers - as nominated by their students - rewarding teachers with a $500 sponsorship check and special end-of-year class party.

DELRAY BEACH, Fla. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Doherty Enterprises-owned Applebee's® Neighborhood Grill & Bar restaurants in Florida and Georgia today announced the official start of their 7th annual Above and "BEE"yond Teacher Essay Contest. The annual essay contest recognizes top teachers - as nominated by their students - rewarding teachers with a $500 sponsorship check and special end-of-year class party.

WAKE FOREST, N.C. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- The adventure store for all sizes continues to expand! Today Capital Powersports officially announces the addition of Greenger, Volcon, and Segway brand products. Founded in 2012, Capital Powersports is a full-service franchised dealer in Honda, Yamaha, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Greenger, Volcon, and Segway.

​DENVER, Colo. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Kiosk Association News - Kiosks & Digital Signage in Retail: Next week is NRF in New York and we are in our usual location at entrance to lower level in #1602. We'll have 4 demos available at our booth. Other booths to visit include KIOSK (5502), Pyramid (3482), Storm Interface (1707), ImageHolders (4266), Insight Touch (1327), POSBANK (5649), Samsung (3657), Ingenico (3738), Elo (5803), Esper (855) and Star Micronics (5449).

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- As the best-rated florist in Santa Barbara, Alpha Floral has won hearts all over the county with its fresh blooms and stunning floral arrangements. Spreading its vines further, the top florists in Santa Barbara also deliver their fresh blooms to the suburbs of Goleta and Montecito.

HOUSTON, Texas /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Whiteflash Ideal Diamonds and Fine Jewelry has received their highest honor to date from the Better Business Bureau as part of the BBB's 100 Year Centennial Celebration. The BBB recognized Whiteflash as one of a select group of companies who have been Winners of Distinction for more than 15 years in a row in the BBB's annual Awards for Excellence competition.

PHOENIX, Ariz. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- This week, RestaurantOwner.com released its 2022 POS Survey Report. The survey asked over 800 independent restaurant owners to rate and comment on their POS systems' installation and operational costs, system and contract characteristics, and their satisfaction with POS features and support.

​DENVER, Colo. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Join KIOSK ASSOCIATION (KMA - Kiosk Manufacturer Association) in Las Vegas for the Digital Signage Experience at the LV Convention Center, Nov. 17, 2022. We are in booth 617.

NORWALK, Conn. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- After, Inc., a global leader in post-sale customer experience technology, just announced the launch of QuickClaim®, a cloud-based, claims and returns management system. QuickClaim is one of five post-sale customer experience platforms that After, Inc. calls its QuickSuite.

MENLO PARK, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- As of today, Yiftee, Inc. is offering another way to "Keep Local Dollars Local" with its new "Order Desk" capability. City offices, Chambers of Commerce, Main Streets, and Downtown Associations can now sell their custom-branded Community eGift Cards to walk-in buyers and at public events, in addition to online sales.

​DENVER, Colo. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Big return of CREATE Restaurant Technology event in downtown Denver. The Kiosk Association is a returning sponsor (three years now) - Sponsors this year are Johnsonville, Coca-Cola, and Tyson. Participants include iHop, Nations Restaurant News (NRN), Noodles, Denny's, Wendy's and many more top tier speakers.

MIAMI, Fla. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Doherty Enterprises, an Applebee's® franchisee, announced today its first Applebee's ghost kitchen concept to open in Miami on July 27, 2022. Located in the trendy Wynwood Arts District just north of Downtown Miami, the new to go and delivery concept will offer area residents a limited selection of their favorite Applebee's menu items with the convenience of home delivery.

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- System4 Facility Services Management, an industry leader in facility management solutions that specializes in customized commercial cleaning, disinfection and repair and maintenance services announced opening its sixth office in Florida. The new Florida office is in the Fort Lauderdale area.

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- System4 Facility Services Management, an industry leader in facility management solutions that specializes in customized commercial cleaning, disinfection and repair and maintenance services announced new franchise ownership of the Huntsville, Alabama location.

WESLEY CHAPEL, Fla. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Jack L. Hayes International, Inc. released today the results of their 34th Annual Retail Theft Survey which reports on over 200,000 shoplifters and dishonest employee apprehensions in 2021 by just 25 large retailers, who recovered over $240 million from these apprehended thieves.

PALM BEACH, Fla. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- System4 Facility Services Management, an industry leader in facility management solutions that specializes in customized commercial cleaning, disinfection and repair and maintenance services announced opening its fifth office in Florida. The new Florida office is located in the Palm Beach area.

WILLOW PARK, Texas /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Marriott International announced today that the SpringHill Suites by Marriott in Willow Park, Texas is open effective April 8, 2022. The 88-suite hotel, located at 500 Shops Boulevard, and, will operate as a Marriott franchise, owned and managed by AHS Hotel Group, LLC of Arlington, Texas.

LONG ISLAND, N.Y. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar is welcoming spring with a special $1 late-night drink every evening in April from 10 p.m. to close at participating restaurants on Long Island, N.Y.* Starting today and running through April 30, guests can enjoy a tasty $1 Long Island Iced Tea, as well as select half-priced appetizers, at Applebee's® restaurants on Long Island that are owned and operated by local franchisee Doherty Enterprises.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar is welcoming spring with a special $1 late night drink every evening in April from 10 pm to close. Starting today, and running through April 30, guests can enjoy a tasty $1 Long Island Iced Tea, as well as select half-priced appetizers, at participating Applebee's® restaurants in Florida and Georgia* that are owned and operated by local franchisee Doherty Enterprises.

ALLENDALE, N.J. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar is welcoming back spring with a special $1 late night drink every evening in April from 10 p.m. to close. Starting today, and running through April 30, 2022, guests can enjoy a tasty Dollarita ($1 margarita) as well as select half-priced appetizers, at Applebee's® restaurants in New Jersey that are owned and operated by local franchisee Doherty Enterprises.

CLEVELAND, Ohio /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- System4 Facility Services Management, an industry leader in facility management solutions that specializes in customized commercial cleaning, disinfection and repair and maintenance services is the ultimate solution for a company with a franchise model. System4 works with numerous companies with a franchise model across the United States and prides itself on helping franchise owners and business leaders achieve a positive brand image.

MENLO PARK, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- In pandemic years 2020 and 2021, more than 100 of Yiftee's almost 400 communities who use its Community eGift Card platform ran dedicated gift card grant or bonus programs to benefit their small businesses, helping them stay afloat. Who were the "hometown heroes" that sponsored these programs during tough times, and continue to do so?

ABILENE, Texas /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- ProfitMax Chemical is asking owners, managers and department heads to consider taking a little closer look into the cleaning products, the companies manufacturing those cleaning products, and the companies supplying those products to ensure all are objectively as clean as they claim to be.

CHULA VISTA, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- The team at El Pollo Grill knows that a new year brings with it new opportunities for patrons to have wonderful culinary adventures at their 3 dining establishments (Lemon Grove, Otay Ranch, and Bonita Rd. in Chula Vista). Although the focus is on the future, El Pollo Grill has a rich history that continues to shape the business.

HOUSTON, Texas /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- System4 Facility Services Management, an industry leader in facility management solutions that specializes in customized commercial cleaning, disinfection and repair and maintenance services announced new franchise ownership of the Houston, Texas location.

LONG ISLAND, N.Y. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar has announced and is accepting nominations for its 6th annual Above and "BEE"yond Teacher Essay Contest, which recognizes top teachers - as nominated by their students - by rewarding them with a sponsorship check and end-of-year class party. The contest is being offered at Applebee's restaurants on Long Island owned and operated by local franchisee Doherty Enterprises.

PHOENIX, Ariz. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Lisa Baldwin, an industry veteran with a track record of successes with paramount brands like Tiffany and Co., Coach and Macy's, is bringing her earned expertise to TAG CXO as a fractional CIO. Baldwin's remarkable insights come from 30 years of IT experience, managing modernization and transformation across all aspects of business.

ROSEVILLE, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Paradise Laundry has recently expanded their location in Roseville and added a state-of-the-art new feature. The pandemic has demonstrated the importance of cleanliness resulting in multiple methods being used to kill bacteria i.e., antibacterial soap, hand sanitizer and disinfectant wipes.

BOCA RATON, Fla. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Last month, Rosenberg Diamonds & Co of Boca Raton, Florida, whose primary focus is high-end diamond and jewels, announced record-breaking sales for the second year in a row - despite the ongoing pandemic. And they aren't the only ones. One study showed that from January through May 2021, overall U.S. jewelry sales surged a very impressive 41% from the same period, two years earlier.

​DENVER, Colo. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- January news from the Industry Group and the Kiosk Association: NRF is coming up this weekend and we are hopeful our retail facial payment finalist takes home the "Best Payment Innovation" award. The transactions and enrollment numbers certainly justify it.

SANTA MONICA, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Skell, Inc. (dba Bug-A-Salt) filed a lawsuit on Sept. 13, 2021, against Uncle Weiner's Wholesale, a chain of stores in Canada operated by Indigo Wholesale, Inc., according to Bug-A-Salt's attorney, Liat Cohen, Esq. The claim is for relief against the defendants who have, according to Cohen, interfered with Bug-A-Salt's intellectual property rights

​DENVER, Colo. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- November news from the Industry Group and Kiosk Association. Events and Features This Month: First Responder Lockers and Kiosk; Bill Payment Kiosk Review; and McDonalds Deploys Accessibility to self-order kiosks.

GRAYTON BEACH, Fla. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Mr. Claus comes early this year at AJ's Grayton Beach Fourth Annual "S'mores with Santa" event. This free family activity is set to kick off on Wednesday, November 24 from 4 p.m. till 7 p.m. and is the ideal way to get into the holiday spirit.

DESTIN, Fla. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- For the sixth year, AJ's on the Bayou, will host a free Thanksgiving Day meal from 11 a.m. till 4 p.m. Last year, the waterfront restaurant served close to 1,000 meals. "We open up our doors to everyone, to ensure that no one is alone or hungry for the holiday," says Keith Waters, Director of Operations for AJ's.

TYSONS, Va. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Aravenda announced today that resale and online consignment is outpacing traditional retail at an 11x growth rate. Resale doesn't always mean buying used. Carolyn Thompson, CEO of Aravenda Consignment Software states, "Our clients are selling all kinds of new, unused items in their resale shops internationally. Items that are in high demand this holiday season include high-end luxury goods, sporting goods, collectibles, sneakers and streetwear, many of which are NWT (new with tags) or NIB (new in box)."

HOUSTON, Texas /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- For the second year in a row, and for an unprecedented 5 out of the last 10 years, Whiteflash Ideal Diamonds and Fine Jewelry has been named winner of the prestigious Better Business Bureau 2021 Pinnacle Award - the BBB's top honor for excellence in quality control, customer care, and social responsibility.

PHILADELPHIA, Pa. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- System4 Facility Services Management, an industry leader in facility management solutions that specializes in customized commercial cleaning, disinfection and repair and maintenance services announced a territory expansion into Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey.

VALLEJO, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Vallejo Wash N Dry, a local leading laundromat, is hosting Wash For A Cause Wednesday to raise funds for Cooper Elementary School in Vallejo. The event will be held on October 27, 2021 from 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. at the laundromat.

WASHINGTON, D.C. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- System4 Facility Services Management, an industry leader in facility management solutions that specializes in creating customized commercial cleaning, disinfection and repair and maintenance solutions announced a territory expansion.

FLORENCE, Ala. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- The Shoals' favorite farm-to-table grocery store, Cottonwood Farm & Grocery, now partners with United Natural Foods (UNFI) to offer all of your niche organic and natural favorites - right around the corner.

​DENVER, Colo. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- September news for the Kiosk Association. InfoComm (AVIXA) is the biggest digital signage AV show in the U.S. KMA is an official media partner. See a list of exhibitors and information. We have rated this as a "green light" for safety given the safety protocols exceed the recommended CDC guidelines.

MENLO PARK, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Today Yiftee published a new white paper based on its experience with more than 300 Community eGift Card programs across the country, 90% of which were started during the pandemic. The paper uses 16 short case studies to describe different chamber of commerce, main street, downtown and city programs all centered around simple digital gift cards.

DENVER, Colo. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- August news for the Kiosk Association. KMA Kiosk Association is pleased to announce new Co-Chairmen of ADA Committee along with trade show info and vaccine passport kiosk information.

MONTREAL, Quebec /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- The current state of retail vacancies is alarming - the industry at large is facing a massive gap in part-time workers. "We have never seen this many openings for part-time workers," said April Sabral from retailu. "Even more alarming is the pool of candidates that want to work in retail post COVID. Usually, we would have students applying for their summer jobs, but unfortunately, this has not happened in 2021."

DENVER, Colo. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- The Unattended Self-Service and Kiosk Association is participating in two major upcoming events for Retail and Restaurants in the next week - NRF Retail Converge and CREATE by Nations Restaurant News. Learn from speakers such as CVS, Walgreens, Macys, Alibaba and others at Retail Converge.

FT. WORTH, Texas /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- System4 Facility Services Management, an industry leader in facility management solutions that specializes in commercial cleaning, disinfection and repair and maintenance services recently opened its fourth location in Texas serving Tarrant County.

MIAMI, Fla. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Legendary marijuana activist and ganjapreneur Ed "NJWeedman" Forchion is continuing his legacy of promoting 'puff and paint' cannabis creativity. The opening of his new marijuana lounge in Miami, The Joint of Miami in the Wynwood Art District, will be an extension of his legacy in support of 'pot art.'

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Olea Kiosks®, Inc., a visionary provider of innovative self-service kiosk solutions, today announced the growth of its sales team by adding veteran healthcare sales executive James Walker.

WESLEY CHAPEL, Fla. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Jack L. Hayes International, Inc. released today the results of their 33rd Annual Retail Theft Survey which reports on over 184,000 shoplifters and dishonest employee apprehensions in 2020 by just 22 large retailers, who recovered over $81 million from these thieves.

NEW YORK, N.Y. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Estate Diamond Jewelry, a leading vintage jewelry company, today announced the launch of its marriage proposal article.

NORWALK, Conn. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Choyce Peterson, Inc., a full-service commercial real estate brokerage and consulting firm, announced they are exclusively representing a 13,990 square foot office suite available for sublease in the MerrittView building at 383 Main Avenue in Norwalk, CT.

MENLO PARK, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- On April 12, 2021, the Main Street Now Conference awarded six U.S. communities with the Main Street Forward Award, Yiftee, Inc. announced today. The award celebrates "forward-thinking Main Street recovery and resilience efforts at this unique and challenging moment." The winners were selected by a national jury of economic development experts.

DENVER, Colo. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- National Restaurant Association has launched Show To Go and the Kiosk Association is a participant. The online show runs thru August 2021. We have eight showcases online: QSR Self-Order, Touchless Controls, Outdoor Menu Boards, ClearConnect full suite solution, Restaurant Kiosks, gigantic digital signage (LVCC), large digital signs and touchscreens.

TRENTON, N.J. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- While "Weed Day" 4/20/21 marks a luminous occasion for longtime marijuana activist and entrepreneur, Ed "NJWeedman" Forchion, in his home state of New Jersey, per the recent legalization of cannabis, the victory is somewhat bittersweet for him.