Children's Orchard of San Juan Capistrano Recognized for Business Excellence

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Local Upscale-Resale Store Earns Rising Star Award at National Conference

May 26, 2010 // Franchising.com // San Juan Capistrano – Children's Orchard of San Juan Capistrano was recently recognized for its success in business with the Rising Star Award at the company's national conference in Ann Arbor, MI.

This month, Debbie Brown was recognized for her achievement in having the highest sales and traffic growth over the past year. As owner of the San Juan Capistrano location, Brown increased her sales by 36.8% and traffic by 39.3%.

"We're very proud to be recognized from among a national system of dedicated business owners, "said Brown, owner of Children's Orchard in San Juan Capistrano. "This achievement couldn't have been possible without our hardworking staff and loyal customers."

The 2010 Children's Orchard Franchise Conference took place this month at the corporate headquarters in Ann Arbor, MI. Children's Orchard franchise owners from across the country came together to learn from one another and share best practices.

"Brown has gone above and beyond to uphold Children's Orchard brand standards and to provide families with quality children's products at deeply discounted prices," said Children's Orchard Executive Vice President, Cathy Marks. "They are truly worthy of this award."

Children's Orchard buys and sells gently-used designer clothing and accessories for children at a discounted price and is a favorite retail alternative for parents and families in the area. At a traditional retail store, customers would expect to pay $50 or more for a Gymboree dress; the same dress would cost around $7 at Children's Orchard. Similarly, GAPKIDS, Abercrombie, Tommy Hilfiger Kids separates that cost upwards of $70 at most stores would likely be closer to $12-$15 at Children's Orchard.

About Children's Orchard

Founded in 1980, Children's Orchard is the nation's first franchise of gently used and new name-brand children's items. With more than 50 franchise locations, each Children's Orchard location buys and sells quality used and new children's brand name clothing, toys and accessories in an upscale retail environment. Children's Orchard stores are designed to emphasize quality, value, comfort and commitment to the local community.

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