Movers and Shakers

Franchise Times Names Capriotti's Sandwich Shop One of America's Top Franchises

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Thursday, October 12, 2023
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LAS VEGAS, Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Capriotti's Sandwich Shop (Capriotti's), the award-winning fast-casual sandwich franchise, was recognized as one of the top 400 franchises in the Franchise Times Top 400 list, the most comprehensive ranking of the largest franchise systems in the United States. Since last year, Capriotti's climbed 25 spots to come in at No. 303 on this year's list.

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  • 303 on Franchise Times Top 400 List
    LAS VEGAS, Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Capriotti's Sandwich Shop (Capriotti's), the award-winning fast-casual sandwich franchise, was recognized as one of the top 400 franchises in the Franchise Times Top 400 list, the most comprehensive ranking of the largest franchise systems in the United States.
  • The Franchise Times Top 400 is an annual ranking of the largest franchise systems in the United States by global systemwide sales, based on the previous year's performance.
  • The project is the result of a five-month research and reporting effort that leads to the most credible and objective franchise ranking available.
  • "We're honored to be recognized among the elite brands featured on the Franchise Times Top 400 list," said David Bloom, Chief Development and Operating Officer for Capriotti's and Wing Zone.

Local Time Brewing Strikes Gold at NC Brewers Cup

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Friday, September 15, 2023
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HOLLY SPRINGS, N.C., Sept. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Local Time Brewing, a travel themed craft brewery, focusing on international styles and global ingredients while drawing inspiration from around the world, was awarded the only gold medal in Wake County as part of the NC Brewers Cup competition last week.

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  • HOLLY SPRINGS, N.C., Sept. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Local Time Brewing, a travel themed craft brewery, focusing on international styles and global ingredients while drawing inspiration from around the world, was awarded the only gold medal in Wake County as part of the NC Brewers Cup competition last week.
  • He followed that up with a silver medal for the Schonbrunn Vienna-Style Lager in the European Amber Lager category.
  • 2023 marked the 12th anniversary of the NC Brewers Cup competition, administered by the North Carolina Brewers Guild.
  • The North Carolina Brewers' Guild, is the legislative advocacy body on behalf of the NC craft brewing industry, of which there are more than 400 breweries, and works to promote craft beer tourism and increased visibility of NC craft beer on state, national, and global levels.

Capriotti's Sandwich Shops Named One of America's Fastest-Growing Companies by Inc. Magazine

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Tuesday, August 15, 2023
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LAS VEGAS, Aug. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Capriotti's Sandwich Shop (Capriotti's), the award-winning fast-casual sandwich franchise, announced today that it has been recognized for the second consecutive year on Inc. Magazine's annual Inc. 5000 list, the most respected ranking of the nation's fastest-growing private companies. Since landing on the list for the first-time last year, Capriotti's climbed nearly 300 spots to come in at No. 4,367 on this year's list.

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  • Since landing on the list for the first-time last year, Capriotti's climbed nearly 300 spots to come in at No.
  • Earlier this year the International Franchise Association (IFA) named Brenda Torres, franchisee of Capriotti's in Santa Clarita, California, as Franchisee of the Year for 2023.
  • Capriotti's AUV remains impressive with the top performing locations coming in at $1.8M while Wing Zone's top performing shops boast an impressive $1.9M.
  • This includes The Bobbie, the shop's acclaimed best-seller, made with homemade turkey, cranberry sauce, stuffing, and mayo on a soft roll.

Capriotti's and Wing Zone Crack Top 10 on Fast Casual's 'Top 100 Movers and Shakers List'

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Monday, June 12, 2023
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LAS VEGAS, June 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Capriotti's Sandwich Shop and Wing Zone today announced both brands were named to the top 10 most successful brands on Fast Casual's 2023 Top 100 Movers & Shakers list. The brands ranked together at No. 10 this year, marking the first time in either brand's history that they cracked the top 10 and the fourth consecutive year that Capriotti's was included in Fast Casual's Top 100. Another accolade to come out of the ranking by Fast Casual was that Capriotti's and Wing Zone CEO, Ashley Morris, was named Top 25 Executives for 2023.

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  • Capriotti's and Wing Zone CEO, Ashley Morris, Named Top 25 Executives of 2023
    LAS VEGAS, June 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Capriotti's Sandwich Shop and Wing Zone today announced both brands were named to the top 10 most successful brands on Fast Casual's 2023 Top 100 Movers & Shakers list.
  • Another accolade to come out of the ranking by Fast Casual was that Capriotti's and Wing Zone CEO, Ashley Morris, was named Top 25 Executives for 2023.
  • Founded in 1993, Wing Zone is an international fast-casual restaurant franchise known for its cooked-to-order, flavor-fused chicken wings, and tenders.
  • For more information about the Wing Zone franchise opportunity, please visit https://wingzonefranchise.com/ .

Capriotti's Sandwich Shop and Wing Zone Experience Positive Momentum Throughout Q1

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Tuesday, April 18, 2023
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LAS VEGAS, April 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Coming off a strong 2022 that saw record-breaking growth for Capriotti's Sandwich Shop (Capriotti's) and Wing Zone, development efforts have continued their upward momentum throughout Q1. The start of 2023 has proven successful for the popular fast-casual brands, as Capriotti's signed agreements to develop 9 new restaurants and Wing Zone inked deals for another 13 restaurants. These deals include the first-ever Capriotti's location in Alabama and the first Wing Zone locations in Utah and Washington.

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  • Capriotti's and Wing Zone are continuously recognized by industry leaders and peers for the brand's innovation and stand-out performance.
  • In March, Capriotti's and Wing Zone franchisees, Brenda Torres and Adam Wyatt, garnered the Franchisee of the Year Award in Las Vegas at the International Franchise Association (IFA).
  • Founded in 1993, Wing Zone is an international fast-casual restaurant franchise known for its cooked-to-order, flavor-fused chicken wings, and tenders.
  • For more information about the Wing Zone franchise opportunity, please visit https://wingzonefranchise.com/ .

Chicken Salad Chick Announces Jan. 10 Grand Opening in Port Charlotte

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Tuesday, January 3, 2023
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ATLANTA, Jan. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Chicken Salad Chick, the nation's only fast casual chicken salad restaurant concept, is opening at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 10 at 1799 Tamiami Trail in Port Charlotte, Florida. In celebration of the grand opening, Chicken Salad Chick is giving away free chicken salad for a year to the first 100 guests. 

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  • ATLANTA, Jan. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Chicken Salad Chick , the nation's only fast casual chicken salad restaurant concept, is opening at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 10 at 1799 Tamiami Trail in Port Charlotte, Florida.
  • In celebration of the grand opening, Chicken Salad Chick is giving away free chicken salad for a year to the first 100 guests.
  • During its grand opening week, guests will experience the Southern hospitality that Chicken Salad Chick is known for, with giveaways and specials that include:
    Tuesday, Jan. 10 – Free Chicken Salad for a Year to the first 100 guests.
  • "What better way to start the new year than to celebrate the official opening of our third restaurant with the community of Port Charlotte," said Kendal Potesta, co-owner of Chicken Salad Chick in Port Charlotte.

CHICKEN SALAD CHICK OPENS FIRST RESTAURANT IN CHICAGO METRO AREA; FOURTH LOCATION IN ILLINOIS

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Tuesday, November 29, 2022
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ATLANTA, Nov. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Chicken Salad Chick, the nation's only fast casual chicken salad restaurant concept, announced today the grand opening of its first-ever location in the Chicago metro area and the fourth in Illinois. Located at 220 North Randall Road, Chicken Salad Chick Batavia is opening in the former Crabby Boil building in front of Menards and features a drive-thru as well as a private event space. The new restaurant celebrates its grand opening on Tuesday, Dec. 13, and will offer free chicken salad for a year to the first 100 guests.  

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  • -Fast casual concept celebrates grand opening in Bataviaon Dec. 13th -
    ATLANTA, Nov. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Chicken Salad Chick , the nation's only fast casual chicken salad restaurant concept, announced today the grand opening of its first-ever location in the Chicago metro area and the fourth in Illinois.
  • Kim and Garrett Seaman of Fox Valley Chick, LLC are the duo bringing Chicken Salad Chick to the Chicago area.
  • Chicken Salad Chick in Batavia will be open Monday Saturday from 10:30 a.m. 8 p.m. For more information, visit www.chickensaladchick.com .
  • Chicken Salad Chick serves full-flavored, Southern-style chicken salad made from scratch and served from the heart.

"Giving Card" Returns to Chicken Salad Chick for the Holidays

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Monday, November 14, 2022
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ATLANTA, Nov. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Back for a sixth year to raise money for local food charities and childhood cancer research, the Giving Card at Chicken Salad Chick is available now through the end of December at all locations of the nation's only fast casual chicken salad restaurant concept. The Giving Card represents the brand's largest charitable initiative each year through the Chicken Salad Chick Foundation, raising almost $1.5 million since it launched in 2017.

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  • The Giving Card represents the brand's largest charitable initiative each year through the Chicken Salad Chick Foundation, raising almost $1.5 million since it launched in 2017.
  • Available to purchase for $5, the Giving Card gives users access to exclusive rewards in-store using the Chicken Salad Chick Craving Credits app.
  • The Chicken Salad Chick Foundation was created in 2014 by company co-founders Kevin and Stacy Brown following Kevin's cancer diagnosis.
  • Chicken Salad Chick serves full-flavored, Southern-style chicken salad made from scratch and served from the heart.

CHICKEN SALAD CHICK EXPANDING AGAIN IN NASHVILLE AREA WITH NEWEST OPENING IN HERMITAGE

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Thursday, November 10, 2022
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ATLANTA, Nov. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Chicken Salad Chick, the nation's only fast casual chicken salad restaurant concept, announced today the opening of its newest company-owned restaurant in Hermitage, Tennessee. Located at 5225 Old Hickory Blvd., the Hermitage restaurant is the eighth Chick for the Nashville metro area and the 21st overall in Tennessee. The community is invited to celebrate the grand opening on Wednesday, Nov. 16, when the restaurant will offer free chicken salad for a year to the first 100 guests.

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  • Fast casual concept celebrates openingon Nov. 16th with free chicken salad for a year to the first 100 guests
    ATLANTA, Nov. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Chicken Salad Chick , the nation's only fast casual chicken salad restaurant concept, announced today the opening of its newest company-owned restaurant in Hermitage, Tennessee.
  • "Chicken Salad Chick first came to the Nashville market in 2016, and our restaurant teams have loved doing business here ever since," said Scott Deviney, CEO of Chicken Salad Chick.
  • During grand opening week, guests will experience the Southern hospitality that Chicken Salad Chick is known for, with giveaways and specials that include:
    Wednesday, Nov. 16 Free Chicken Salad for a Year The first 100 guests will receive one large Quick Chick of chicken salad per month for an entire year, with one of those lucky guests randomly selected to win one large Quick Chick of chicken salad per week.
  • Chicken Salad Chick serves full-flavored, Southern-style chicken salad made from scratch and served from the heart.

CHICKEN SALAD CHICK EXPANDS IN ARKANSAS, OPENING THIRD LITTLE ROCK RESTAURANT WITH LOCAL OWNERS

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Friday, November 4, 2022
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ATLANTA, Nov. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Chicken Salad Chick, the nation's only fast casual chicken salad restaurant concept, announced today the grand opening of its newest restaurant in West Little Rock, Arkansas. This location marks Chicken Salad Chick's sixth restaurant in Arkansas and third in the Little Rock area, following an opening in North Little Rock last May. Located at 17400 Chenal Parkway, Chicken Salad Chick West Little Rock features a drive-thru and patio seating. The new restaurant celebrates its grand opening on Tuesday, Nov. 15, and will offer free chicken salad for a year to the first 100 guests. 

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  • -Fast casual concept celebrates grand opening in West Little Rock on Nov. 15th -
    ATLANTA, Nov. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Chicken Salad Chick , the nation's only fast casual chicken salad restaurant concept, announced today the grand opening of its newest restaurant in West Little Rock, Arkansas.
  • This location marks Chicken Salad Chick's sixth restaurant in Arkansas and third in the Little Rock area, following an opening in North Little Rock last May.
  • Located at 17400 Chenal Parkway, Chicken Salad Chick West Little Rock features a drive-thru and patio seating.
  • Emily Gray and business partner Hudson Sandefur ofLittle Rocking Chick, LLCare the multi-unit franchising duo behind Chicken Salad Chick's expansion in Little Rock.