Cartridge World Franchise News

SPRING GROVE, IL--(Marketwire - May 8, 2012) - To better serve business customers, Cartridge World has added printers to its eco-friendly product line of ink and toner printer cartridges.
The new printer product line is a natural addition for the ink and toner retailer, as the company expands its offerings for its business customers. The new printers, made by Hewlett Packard and Canon, are available in Cartridge World stores for sale and/or through a new printer loaner program.
"Cartridge World is always looking for ways to expand service to our customers, and printers are a perfect complement to the printer cartridges we already offer," said Frank Case, President of Cartridge World North America. "Our goal is to provide a one-stop shop for our customers' printing needs...

More Than 1,000 Schools Competed in Cartridge World Contest
SPRING GROVE, IL--(Marketwire - Apr 30, 2012) - Three schools accepted $15,000 from Cartridge World as winners of a recent national contest to receive technology funding. Chattahoochee Elementary School in Duluth, Ga., J. Harold Van Zant Elementary School in Marlton, N.J., and Manhattan Catholic School in Manhattan, Kan. were each presented a check by their local Cartridge World store during celebrations at the schools.
More than 1,000 schools in the United States and Canada participated in the "Save Vote Win" contest hosted by Cartridge World to win a cash prize of $15,000 toward the use of technology or other school equipment. The contest received an overwhelming response, and nearly 100,000 votes were cast for the schools...

Recycling Printer Cartridges Saves the Planet and Reduces Costs
SPRING GROVE, IL--(Marketwire - Mar 26, 2012) - This month, Cartridge World encourages communities throughout the nation to "refill" their commitment to Earth Day, April 22, 2012. Six hundred Cartridge World stores across the U.S. and Canada are promoting recycling programs that help save the planet and help local organizations, schools and businesses save money.
Cartridge World offers three simple recycling programs:

Cartridge World offers a printer cartridge recycling and fundraising program in which parents raise money for their local participating school by dropping off empty cartridges at the school. In exchange for the empty cartridges, Cartridge World will pay the school based on the quantity collected...

Cartridge World's Tips Save Hundreds of Dollars
SPRING GROVE, IL--(Marketwire - Dec 27, 2011) - The New Year is a great time for businesses to look at last year's expense reports to see where they can save money on their office supply budgets. Cartridge World, the country's largest printer cartridge retailer, is helping office managers find new ways to save hundreds of dollars throughout the year.
"We are always trying to find ways that help our customers save money," says Frank Case, president of Cartridge World. "We know how difficult it is for businesses to prosper in tough economic times, because we're business owners, too."

When printing internal office documents, consider using a less-expensive recycled paper stock...

December 01, 2011 // Franchising.com // SPRING GROVE, Ill. – Cartridge World, the world’s largest ink and toner refilling retail franchise, announced today new partnerships to help entrepreneurs gain greater access to bank financing and start-up capital to open a franchise. Through newly formed partnerships with BoeFly and Guidant, Cartridge World is streamlining the path to franchise ownership.
Through the partnership with BoeFly, an online marketplace that connects entrepreneurs with lenders, qualified prospects seeking to invest in a Cartridge World franchise can now access an expansive network of lenders. By posting a single loan request, entrepreneurs interested in a Cartridge World franchise can quickly assess potential matches between lenders based on their qualifying criteria...

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SPRING GROVE, IL--(Marketwire - Nov 30, 2011) - Since 2003, business customers have saved 30-40 percent on printer cartridges at Cartridge World. Now they can save time by ordering from Cartridge World's new online store at www.CartridgeWorld.com.
Cartridge World, the world's largest ink and toner retail chain, announced today its new online store offering discount ink and toner cartridges, office equipment and supplies. With more than 6,500 products, Cartridge World's online store offers discount pricing and 24/7 convenience -- exactly what busy office managers are looking for.
"Our new online store was created for working professionals," said Frank Case, president of Cartridge World North America...

Retail Information Systems announces new client: Cartridge World. HOUSTON, TX, August 12, 2011 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Cartridge World, the world leader in printer cartridge refilling, has just partnered with Retail Information Systems, the number one global partner for Retail Pro, for their point of sale and corporate back office systems. Retail Information Systems will be providing over 400 North American Cartridge World stores with technical support, training, marketing, and custom software services to meet all of their point of sale and inventory control needs. This partnership officially launched on August 8, 2011 and will help them discover a better ROI on their current Retail Pro investment and provide many ways they can benefit from Retail Information Systems' custom tools and services...

Leading Innovator in Electronic Testers and Ink Refilling Equipment Adds Global Presence CHICAGO, IL and EMERYVILLE, CA --(Marketwire - May 16, 2011) - Ink-O-Dem, the leader in integrated inkjet cartridge refilling and testing solutions for retail and university environments, announced today that its Founder and CEO, Harry Nicodem, has augmented Cartridge World's successful recapitalization effort and now occupies a seat on the company's board of directors. Mr. Nicodem's investment, along with Cartridge World's Australia-based private-equity investors, Wolseley Private Equity and Babson Capital Australia Pty Limited, bring new technology, R&D and new strategic growth initiatives to Cartridge World's global footprint.

"This opportunity marks the fulfillment of our long-term objective of being able to engage in the customer-facing aspect of the refilling business...

Cartridge World Celebrates Small Business Week With Survey Indicating One Third are Working With Decreased Budgets EMERYVILLE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--According to the Small Business Administration (SBA), small businesses create 60-80 percent of all new jobs in the country and more than half of Americans now either own or work for a small business. During National Small Business Week (May 16 – 20), government officials are gathering in Washington, D.C., to acknowledge and celebrate the contributions that small businesses and the entrepreneurs who run them make to the economic well-being of America.

In conjunction with Small Business Week and as part of its continuing efforts to support small businesses, Cartridge World has announced the results of a first-of-its-kind office managers survey...

May 06, 2011 // Franchising.com // Cartridge World, the world leader in printer cartridge refilling, has named Hal Hott as the Vice President of North America Operations. Hott will oversee all field operations of the North American Cartridge World franchise system.

Text Box: "I'm thrilled to announce and welcome Hal Hott on board as the Vice President of North America Operations," said Cartridge World Americas President, Frank Case. "His unique perspective into the franchise world, having worked for both a franchisee and a corporate franchisor in a variety of roles, will be a great asset to Cartridge World."

Hott brings more than 35 years of experience in sales, marketing and DSD business to his position at Cartridge World...

April 18, 2011 // Franchising.com // Cartridge World, the world leader in printer cartridge refilling, has named Frank Case as President of Cartridge World Americas. Previously Cartridge World's Vice President for North America, Case will lead Cartridge World's franchise business in the United States, Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America.

"I'm very proud to announce Frank as President for the Americas," said Cartridge World CEO Tom Fricke. "He has shown tremendous leadership in the company and he's got significant experience with the consumer in retail. Frank's expertise will help Cartridge World reach our full potential as a franchise network, a retailer, and a consumer products company."

Case has more than 20 years of diverse management experience in sales and operations...

Capital Investment Allows Leading Global Cartridge Refiller to Focus on Technology Development and Franchise Expansion April 08, 2011 // Franchising.com // Emeryville, Calif. – Cartridge World, the global leader in printer cartridge refilling, announced today the successful completion of recapitalization. The new capital allows the company to focus re-investment on new technologies and strategic growth. The multi-million dollar recapitalization, facilitated by Australia-based Wolseley Private Equity, includes debt buy-back and equity investment provided by Babson Capital Australia Pty Limited. Additional investment was provided by Harry Nicodem, the U.S.-based founder and CEO of Nicodem Enterprises Inc., a multi-company entity with 20-year-old roots in laser printer cartridge remanufacturing...

World's Leading Ink and Toner Cartridge Refiller Celebrates Earth Day With $10,000 'Go Green! Win Green' Contest EMERYVILLE, CA--(Marketwire - March 29, 2011) - Cartridge World provides a simple green solution for area businesses who want to save money. As easy as changing a light bulb, reusing printer cartridges helps reduce waste in landfills while it also saves money. On Earth Day, April 22, 2011, when people everywhere are considering what they can do to protect the environment, Cartridge World offers a simple, quality solution than can have a significant impact.

"Each year, more than 350 million cartridges are discarded into our country's landfills," says Tom Fricke, Cartridge World's chief executive officer. "Earth Day is the perfect time to remind everybody that there is a better way to replace your ink and toner...

World's Leading Ink and Toner Cartridge Refiller Celebrates Earth Day, April 22, 2011 with $10,000 'Go Green! Win Green' Contest, beginning April 1st EMERYVILLE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Cartridge World, the world leader in printer cartridge refilling, provides a simple green solution for businesses who want to save money. As easy as changing a light bulb, reusing printer cartridges helps reduce waste in landfills while it also saves money. On Earth Day, April 22, 2011, when people everywhere are considering what they can do to protect the environment, Cartridge World offers a simple, quality solution than can have a significant impact.

"Each year, more than 350 million cartridges are discarded into our country's landfills," says Tom Fricke, Cartridge World's chief executive officer...

Cut Small Business Costs in the New Year EMERYVILLE, CA--(Marketwire - December 20, 2010) - As the New Year approaches, companies are taking the time to reevaluate their budgets in preparation for 2011. Many small business owners are determining which business costs are expendable and focusing on how to decrease overhead and increase their bottom lines.

To that end, Cartridge World, the world's largest dedicated retailer of refilled ink and toner printer cartridges, is helping small business owners make smart decisions by providing tips for simple ways companies can cut costs. A few small changes can help businesses save thousands of dollars throughout the year.

"The state of the economy is still a primary concern for most small business owners," said Tom Fricke, CEO of Cartridge World...

Printer Cartridge Retailer Says Refilling Ink and Toner Cartridges Benefits Budgets and the Environment EMERYVILLE, CA - (Marketwire) - America Recycles Day, on November 15, is the only nationally recognized day dedicated to the promotion of recycling programs in the United States. This year Cartridge World, the world's fastest growing ink and toner refilling retailer, celebrates America Recycles Day by raising awareness about the role that recycling programs can play in protecting the environment and preserving natural resources.

Cartridge World encourages consumers, schools and businesses to refill ink and toner cartridges, rather than discarding empty cartridges and buying new, brand-name cartridges. This environmentally-sound option results in both cost savings to their customers and waste reduction in local landfills...

Strategic technology partnership features all-in-one circuit & print test center for 640 stores worldwide EMERYVILLE, Calif. and CHICAGO /PRNewswire/ -- INK-O-DEM, the leader in integrated inkjet cartridge refilling and testing solutions for retail and university environments, announces a strategic technology partnership with Cartridge World, the world's largest dedicated retailer of refilled ink and toner printer cartridges.

Under the terms of this agreement, the patented Genesis InkJet Test Center from INK-O-DEM is available for 1,700 Cartridge World stores around the world who are currently operating in the $80 billion printer cartridge industry.

According to company CEO Harry Nicodem, INK-O-DEM looks forward to a long and productive future with Cartridge World...

Former Franchise Liaison for Pepsi-Cola Appointed to Energize Brand Development and Franchisee Support May 04, 2010 // Franchising.com // Emeryville, CA – Cartridge World, the world's largest dedicated retailer of refilled ink and toner printer cartridges, announces the appointment of Frank Case as Vice President, Consumer Products.

Case, who most recently served as franchise liaison for Pepsi-Cola North American Beverages covering the South Central United States, will work directly with the company's network of master franchisees to build brand awareness and help support the company's network of stores throughout the United States.

"We're looking to Frank to keep our momentum moving forward and to show people the incredible opportunity at Cartridge World, not only to perspective franchisees, but people across the country who can be saving money and helping the environment," said Steven Yeffa, President of Cartridge World Americas...

International Printer Cartridge Retailer is Educating Consumers and Businesses on the Benefits of Keeping Cartridges Out of Landfills March 26, 2010 // Franchising.com // Emeryville, CA — When it comes to recycling and being environmentally conscious, most people view it as time consuming and costing too much money. Now, Cartridge World is making it easy to save on both fronts.

Cartridge World, the world's fastest growing ink and toner remanufacturing retailer and franchisor with more than 650 locations in the U.S. and Canada, is reminding everyone on Earth Day (April 22) that saving money and helping the environment is easy when it comes to reusing printer cartridges.

A discarded printer cartridge thrown into a landfill can take up to 450 years to decompose and with more than 350 million cartridges thrown out every year in North America alone, it all adds up to mountains of unnecessary waste...

Global ink and toner refilling retailer and franchisor ends the year with system-wide sales increases March 11, 2010 // Franchising.com // EMERYVILLE, Calif. – As most retailers were feeling the strain of the recession in 2009, Cartridge World, the world's largest dedicated retailer of refilled ink and toner printer cartridges, has experienced record-setting growth announcing incredible same store sales increases for the third year in a row.

As the leader in the $80 billion printer cartridge industry, Cartridge World experienced a 16 percent increase in same-store sales in the United States over 2008. Cartridge World's sales have skyrocketed relative to the economic slowdown as more consumers and business owners are opting for ways to save money on ink costs by refilling cartridges, instead of always buying new...