Menchie's Franchise News

Local Self-Serve Frozen Yogurt Store Allows Guests to Create Their Ideal Combinations
HIGHLAND PARK, Ill. – February 13, 2012 – Whether it’s windy and below zero outside or sunny and seventy degrees, Highland Park residents savor a frozen yogurt treat year-round.
Menchie’s Park Avenue has become the community hotspot for Highland Park residents, serving up the ultimate frozen-yogurt experience. Located at 1929 Sheridan Road in Highland Park, this location is the first Menchie’s in the state of Illinois and has received a great response from the community since it opened its doors in December.
"The community has been extremely supportive since our opening—our guests love that Menchie’s is more than just great frozen yogurt, it is a whole experience," said Kim Hardy, owner of Menchie’s Park Avenue...

Today's Entrepreneurs Savor the Taste of the World's Sweetest Franchise Opportunity August 15, 2011 // Franchising.com // ENCINO, Calif. – Politics, pocketbooks and America's Olympic success dominated headlines in 2008, but what may truly go down in history as one of the world's great stories from that year is the start of something very special (not to mention tasty) in Southern California.

Menchie's began its franchising initiative just three short years ago, following the wildly successful opening of its first store in Valley Village, Calif. a year earlier. What's given way since is nothing short of a global phenomenon. Through the creation of an indulgent world complete with exceptional and unique in-store experiences that promote smiles, revolutionary tastes and a virtual online engagement that affords loyal fans more access to Menchie's whenever they want it, Menchie's has solidified its status as the everyday escape for every member of the family...

Fastest-Growing Self-Serve Frozen Yogurt Franchise Expands on U.S. Home Front and Sets Stage for Unprecedented International Expansion May 23, 2011 // Franchising.com // ENCINO, Calif. – Menchie's and its collection of high-quality franchise investors are savoring the sweet taste of successful expansion. Together they are boosting the brand's franchise footprint in 2011, moving into May celebrating the opening of its 76th store.

"We're just in our third year of franchising, and already we've established ourselves as one of the premier U.S. growth concepts," said Amit Kleinberger, CEO of Menchie's Global Headquarters. "The talent level of our franchisees and the prospects attending our Discovery Days are second to none. Fortune 500 executives, lawyers and others with incredible business credentials are seeking to open new stores and share the vibe and spirit that define and distinguish Menchie's...

Fastest-Growing Self-Serve Frozen Yogurt Franchise Expands on U.S. Home Front and Sets Stage for Unprecedented International Expansion May 20, 2011 // Franchising.com // ENCINO, Calif. – Menchie's and its collection of high-quality franchise investors are savoring the sweet taste of successful expansion. Together they are boosting the brand's franchise footprint in 2011, moving into May celebrating the opening of its 76th store.

"We're just in our third year of franchising, and already we've established ourselves as one of the premier U.S. growth concepts," said Amit Kleinberger, CEO of Menchie's Global Headquarters. "The talent level of our franchisees and the prospects attending our Discovery Days are second to none. Fortune 500 executives, lawyers and others with incredible business credentials are seeking to open new stores and share the vibe and spirit that define and distinguish Menchie's...

Integrated Loyalty and Email Program Brings Brand to Life Wherever and Whenever Customers Crave More Menchie's May 03, 2011 // Franchising.com // ENCINO, Calif. – The brand that has redefined America's frozen yogurt experience with industry-leading innovation has taken another significant step to set itself apart.

Menchie's, the nation's fastest growing self-serve frozen yogurt chain with more than 70 stores coast to coast and plans to open over 100 stores in the next six months, announced last week the launch of mySmileage, an innovative loyalty and email marketing platform tailored to meet the growing affinity Menchie's commands from its cult-like following nationwide. Offering simple online signup at menchies.com, through Facebook and Twitter, as well as in-store with as little information as a mobile phone number, mySmileage puts a unique spin on traditional frequent flier programs that airline companies offer consumers...

Stores will Donate 10 Percent of this Saturday's Sales to the American Red Cross' Japan Disaster Relief Efforts April 06, 2011 // Franchising.com // ENCINO, Calif. – Menchie's, the nation's fastest growing self-serve frozen yogurt franchise, also renowned for its commitment to giving back to the community today announced a nationwide fundraiser that will support disaster relief efforts in Japan. This Saturday, April 9, 2011, participating Menchie's stores will donate 10 percent of sales to the American Red Cross, helping support the organization's ongoing aid to Japan.

"The recent events in Japan are heartbreaking and many in the communities we serve are connected to the country in one way or another. We feel a responsibility to be supportive in Japan's time of need and are more than willing to participate in fundraising efforts," said Amit Kleinberger, CEO of Menchie's Group, Inc...

Fastest-Growing Self-Serve Frozen Yogurt Chain Signs Deal With Western Canadian Company to Open 33 Stores in British Columbia and Alberta March 16, 2011 // Franchising.com // Toronto, ON - Menchie's, the fastest-growing self-serve frozen yogurt chain, today announced that it has signed a development agreement to open 33 Menchie's franchises in British Columbia and Alberta over the next five years. The deal was entered into between Yogurtworld Franchising Corp, the master franchisor of Menchie's in Canada, and Empire West Investments Ltd, a Calgary based company.

"We are delighted to have signed this deal with such an extraordinary group of successful Western Canadians," stated Michael Shneer, president of Yogurtworld Franchising Corp...

Frozen Yogurt Franchise Holds Industry Sweet Spot with Self-Serve Customization Model December 15, 2010 // Franchising.com // ENCINO, CA - Menchie's experienced a banner 2010 as heightened cravings for frozen desserts helped catapult the brand to its status as the nation's fastest growing frozen yogurt franchise.

After only three years of franchising, Menchie's has opened more than 60 frozen yogurt stores, 40 which opened this past year alone. In addition, Menchie's has signed agreements for another 100 stores which are currently in development. Outside of its expansion across the United States, Menchie's also opened two franchise stores in Canada and has contracts for locations in Mexico, Japan, Australia and Morocco, opening this coming year...

December 07, 2010 // Franchising.com // Encino, CA - Making the holidays a little sweeter, Menchie's, the nation's fastest-growing self-serve frozen yogurt store, has unveiled the newest addition to their already vast menu of frozen yogurt flavors – gingerbread.

Throughout the month of December, participating Menchie's locations across the country will be offering its proprietary gingerbread frozen yogurt, made under the Menchie's private label. To complement the new nonfat, kosher flavor, crushed candy canes, red hots, gum drops, and other holiday goodies will be offered at the toppings bar. In celebration of this new seasonal flavor, Menchie's is encouraging families to come in and create their own gingerbread house with frozen yogurt...

Fastest-Growing Self-Serve Frozen Yogurt Store Opens 2nd Location in Canada, Giving Local Toronto Residents Even More Opportunities to Swirl October 29, 2010 // Franchising.com // TORONTO, ON – Menchie's is already a favorite spot among Hollywood's hottest celebrities such as Taylor Swift, Jennifer Lopez, and Justin Timberlake. With more than 50 stores in the United States, Menchie's growing popularity is now expanding into Canada with the announcement of its second location, this one in Toronto. The customizable frozen yogurt experience will soon become a community hotspot for Toronto residents.

Menchie's will open its newest Canadian store on November 1, 2010 at 511 Bloor Street West in Toronto. The grand opening celebration will take place on November 6 with free yogurt being offered from 12pm-6pm...

Fastest-Growing Self-Serve Frozen Yogurt Franchise Creates Awareness for the Jerry's Kids and the MDA Summer Camps Mobile Program

September 28, 2010 // Franchising.com // Encino, CA - Menchie's, the nation's fastest growing self-serve frozen yogurt franchise, announced that its franchisees helped raise more than $11,000 for Jerry's Kids and the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA).

Throughout the entire month of August, 25 participating Menchie's stores across the country partnered with the MDA to help raise money for the MDA Summer Camps, a program that helps kids affected with muscular dystrophy enjoy the outdoors and have a true "summer camp" experience. This program focuses on abilities rather than disabilities, and helps promotes self confidence...

Fastest-Growing Self Serve Frozen Yogurt Chain in U.S. to Debut in Vaughan, Franchise Geared Towards Further Expanding into the Canadian Market

September 15, 2010 // Franchising.com // Vaughan, ON - With nearly 50 stores in the United States, Menchie's, the ultimate customizable frozen yogurt experience, today announced it has opened its first international store in Canada.

The new Menchie's store is located in the Rutherford Marketplace at 9360 Bathurst Street in Vaughan, Ontario. A grand opening celebration has been planned for Saturday, September 25, 2010, and will include free frozen yogurt from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., a DJ, free face painting, gift bag giveaways, and much more.

Local entrepreneur Sheryl Bielas is excited to bring this family friendly business to the community...

Fastest-Growing Self-Serve Frozen Yogurt Chain Announces Entry into Japanese Market with 100 Locations Expected in the Next Four Years August 17, 2010 // Franchising.com // Encino, CA – Menchie's, the nation's fastest-growing retailer of self-serve frozen yogurt, today announced that it has signed a master franchise agreement in Japan, and expects to open its first store in the next few months, and 100 locations in Japan in the next four years. This continues the significant international expansion for Menchie's, having announced last month its entrance into the Canadian market. Menchie's currently has stores in 12 U.S. states, and intends to continue both national and international expansion.

"We are extremely excited to be entering the Japanese market, as we feel that the local residents will embrace Menchie's unparalleled store experience," said Amit Kleinberger, CEO of Menchie's Group, Inc...

July 27, 2010 // Franchising.com // Encino, CA – Menchie's, the nation's leading retailer of self-serve frozen yogurt, today announced that it has been awarded 1st place in Restaurant Business Magazine's 'Future 50' list, ranking the fastest-growing franchises in the food industry. Menchie's achieved the highest growth, with a whopping 748 percent increase in sales from 2008 to 2009.

"We feel privileged that we achieved this milestone, as this further validates that Menchie's is not only the leader in the frozen yogurt category, but also a major player in the food industry," said Amit Kleinberger, CEO of Menchie's Group, Inc. "Customers recognize that Menchie's is more than just tasty frozen yogurt, and offers memorable experiences for the entire family...

Fast-Growing Self-Serve Frozen Yogurt Chain Anticipates 100 Locations Throughout Canada Within the Next Four Years June 22, 2010 // Franchising.com // Encino, CA – Menchie's, one of the nation's fastest-growing retailers of self-serve frozen yogurt, today announced that it has signed a development agreement with Yogurtworld Corporation to become the company's first international Master Franchisor. As a result of this agreement, Menchie's plans to open its first two Canadian locations in Toronto within the next several months, and anticipates reaching 100 locations throughout Canada within the next four years.

"We are delighted to announce our relationship with Menchie's, as well as the expansion of the franchise into Canada," stated Michael Shneer, President of Yogurtworld Corporation...