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Z-Pizza Expands in Virginia
Thursday, February 8, 2007
Zpizza Expands In Virgina
Local to Open Five Stores in Virgina Beach/Norfolk
Newport Beach, CA, —zpizza, the Southern California based gourmet pizza chain, recently signed a multi-unit franchise agreement with Virgina entrepreneur Linda Tran. Ms. Tran, plans to open five zpizza stores in southeast Virginia—the first in Virginia Beach by Summer 2007.
“I was looking to franchise a concept that had an innovative niche,” says Tran. “zpizza caught my attention because of its gourmet, health conscious twist on traditional pizza.”
Often referred to as the Baja Fresh or Panera Bread of the pizza industry, zpizza takes a unique approach to the crowded pizza segment, offering a large selection of premium quality and creative pizzas. Zpizza’s menu offers 17 tasty and adventurous pizzas as well as sandwiches, salads, calzones and the opportunity to create your own pizza with a selection of crusts—including whole wheat, sauces, cheeses and toppings.
“zpizza’s popularity continues to broaden on the East Coast,” said Chris Bright, zpizza president. “We won ‘Best Pizza Restaurant’ and ‘Best Delivery Pizza’ in Washingtonian Magazine so we are very excited to be expanding beyond the metro area and into the rest of Virginia.”
zpizza will have over 60 locations open nationwide by the end of 2006 and another 200 in ongoing development in California, Arizona, Florida, Nevada, Texas, Virginia, Washington, D.C., Maryland, North Carolina, Colorado and Vermont.
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Maui Wowi The Destination For Hawaiian Products
Thursday, February 1, 2007
DENVER – Maui Wowi Hawaiian has revolutionized its brand to include authentic Hawaiian products, giving the franchise company the distinction of being the most comprehensive destination for these genuine Hawaiian products outside of Hawaii.
Known for its fresh-fruit smoothies, Hawaiian coffees, and Hawaiian merchandise such as gifts and exclusive Maui Wowi gear, Maui Wowi Hawaiian is now importing top-selling items from small Hawaiian farms and bakers — items that before could only be purchased online or in Hawaii.
“Our goal is to help make Maui Wowi franchisees the best they can be. By offering some of the most sought-after coffees in the world, (and the only 100% American Grown), our franchisees not only enjoy unbelievably cool products, they offer something no one else has anywhere outside of Hawaii!” said Michael Haith, ‘The Big Kahuna’ at Maui Wowi. “We’re a destination for fans of Hawaii and the Hawaiian lifestyle – so this expansion helps fulfill the requests from our raving fans and loyal customers.”
Maui Wowi now offers more than 100 new, authentic Hawaiian products through its nearly 500 franchised units worldwide. The company has plans to add even more merchandise from the islands in the future.
“We hand-selected the most reputable and popular farmers, roasters and bakers in Hawaii, like Mountain Thunder, and asked them to recommend their best-selling items for us to present to Maui Wowi customers,” added Haith. “Maui Wowi is famous for promoting the feeling of Ohana — or family – among our customers, franchisees, staff and suppliers. It feels great to help these small, family-owned Hawaiian companies grow their businesses outside the Islands and offer their products to the world.”
Maui Wowi Hawaiian franchise operators offer proprietary and exclusive merchandise designed specifically for retail stores, and Maui Wowi event/kiosk and cart operations.
About Maui Wowi Hawaiian
Maui Wowi Hawaiian is the only franchise that offers authentic, natural Hawaiian products, fresh-fruit smoothies, blended Hawaiian coffee beverages, and genuine Hawaiian lifestyle stuff. Founded in 1983, Maui Wowi Hawaiian has experienced meteoric growth to include nearly 500 franchised units in its worldwide franchise “Ohana,” or family. This earth-friendly company celebrates its Aloha Spirit by embracing the values of family, harmony and balanced living while striving to abide by the principles of sustainable living.
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Maui Wowi opens in H-E-B Supermarkets
Maui Wowi Hawaiian Opens First Of Many Stores Within H-E-B To Deliver Aloha Spirit To Customers Throughout Texas And Mexico
Relationship Continues Maui Wowi’s Growth Strategy, Allowing Company’s Authentic Hawaiian Products to Be More Accessible to More Customers
SAN ANTONIO and DENVER – Maui Wowi Hawaiian has established a relationship with H-E-B — a San Antonio-based, privately held supermarket chain with more than 300 stores — which enables Maui Wowi Hawaiian franchise operators to open retail outlets inside H-E-B stores throughout Texas and Mexico.
In December, customers in Katy, Texas, became the first to experience Maui Wowi Hawaiian’s Aloha Spirit in the H-E-B store at 1621 S. Mason Road. An additional seven Maui Wowi Hawaiian stores are scheduled to open inside H-E-B locations in the first quarter of 2007.
“The relationship between Maui Wowi Hawaiian and H-E-B is an example of the best working with the best. H-E-B is a leader in its field, and we take great pride in being chosen to work with them over better-known competitors,” said Michael Haith, CEO, Maui Wowi Hawaiian. “H-E-B offers a wonderful opportunity for our company to continue on our strong growth path and for our franchise operators to offer Maui Wowi Hawaiian’s new line of authentic Hawaiian products through more points of distribution.”
One of the nation’s largest and most cutting-edge independently owned food retailers, H-E-B serves families all over Texas and Mexico with more than 300 stores and 60,000 employees. The first eight stores will serve as test sites for the Maui Wowi Hawaiian/H-E-B collaboration. The two companies will jointly determine the future roll-out schedule based on these results.
“Our relationship with Maui Wowi Hawaiian will enhance the retail experience of H-E-B customers by offering them an escape from the ordinary,” said Cyndy Garza, director of public affairs for H-E-B Houston. “It will be a place where they’ll be able to purchase authentic Hawaiian products and healthy, all-natural beverages.”
About Maui Wowi Hawaiian
Maui Wowi Hawaiian is the only franchise that offers authentic, natural Hawaiian products, fresh-fruit smoothies, blended Hawaiian coffee beverages, and genuine Hawaiian lifestyle stuff. Founded in 1983, Maui Wowi Hawaiian has experienced meteoric growth to include nearly 500 franchised units in its worldwide franchise “Ohana,” or family. This earth-friendly company celebrates its Aloha Spirit by embracing the values of family, harmony and balanced living while striving to abide by the principles of sustainable living.
About H-E-B
For more than 100 Years, H-E-B has been an innovative retailer. Known for its fresh food, quality products and convenient services, H-E-B strives to provide the best customer experience at everyday low prices. Based in San Antonio, H-E-B employs more than 60,000 partners and serves millions of customers in more than 150 communities throughout Texas and Mexico.
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