Pizza Fusion Franchise News

March 08, 2012 // Franchising.com // Red Bank, N.J. – In honor of the second-year anniversary of it’s Red Bank, New Jersey location, Pizza Fusion (http://www.pizzafusion.com) is passing down savings to its customers. On Monday, March 26th only, Pizza Fusion in Red Bank will be selling personal organic cheese pizzas for only $2 dollars. Normally Pizza Fusion’s personal pizzas start at $6 each, giving customers a $4 savings on this special day. For larger pizza orders, Pizza Fusion is offering another special - buy any 1 large or X-large pizza and get 1 pizza of equal or lesser value for free.*
“We’re looking forward to celebrating the second of many successful years in Red Bank”, Paul Finkler, owner of Pizza Fusion Red Bank, states...

March 06, 2012 // Franchising.com // HENDERSON, Nev. – Pizza Fusion (http://www.pizzafusion.com), a socially responsible restaurant chain passionate about pizza making, has announced it’ll open a new restaurant in the Las Vegas area, this spring. Its new 1,800 square foot Pizza Fusion will be located at 10345 South Eastern Avenue, Henderson, Nev. in the Eastern Commons Shopping Center next to Trader Joe’s. Pizza Fusion offers dine-in, take out, delivery, and catering service options. The restaurant serves up a three-course menu for lunch and dinner, featuring a delicious assortment of fresh salads, appetizers, artisan pizzas, sandwiches, and desserts. Pizza Fusion’s welcoming interior is characterized by trendy, eco-friendly design elements consistent with its do-good, eat good mantra...

RIDGEWOOD, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--In honor of its third-year anniversary, Pizza Fusion (http://www.pizzafusion.com/ridgewood) is passing down savings to its customers. On December 15th only, Pizza Fusion in Ridgewood will be selling personal organic cheese pizzas for only $3 dollars. Normally Pizza Fusion’s personal pizzas start at $6 each, giving customers a $3 savings on this special day. For large pizza orders, Pizza Fusion is offering another special - buy any 1 large pizza and get 1 pizza of equal or lesser value for only 3 cents.*
“Saving the Earth, One Pizza at a Time.”
“We’re looking forward to celebrating the second of many successful years in Ridgewood,” Nick Morin, co-owner of Pizza Fusion Ridgewood, states...

March 08, 2011 // Franchising.com // "I can't believe it's been a year already!", Paul Finkler, owner of Pizza Fusion Red Bank, states. "We love the greater Red Bank community and look forward to serving everyone for many years to come!" "We take great pride in our organic menu offerings and find it very satisfying to offer our Gluten-Free selections to people with wheat intolerances."

Natural and eco-friendly pizza restaurant franchise and 2010 Hot Concept Winner, and voted "Best Pizza" numerous times, Pizza Fusion's well-rounded menu offers something for everyone at a great value. Menu items range from traditional pizzas and sandwiches to its extensive offering of handcrafted, specialty pizzas, like Four Cheese & Sundried Tomato, Sausage & Tri-Colored Peppers...

2010 Hot Concept Winner and Pizza Franchise Celebrates 2nd Anniversary RIDGEWOOD, N.J. --(BUSINESS WIRE)-- In honor of its second-year anniversary, Pizza Fusion (http://www.pizzafusion.com/ridgewood) is passing down savings to its customers. On December 15th only, Pizza Fusion in Ridgewood will be selling personal organic cheese pizzas for only $2 dollars. Normally Pizza Fusion's personal pizzas start at $6 each, giving customers a $4 savings on this special day. For large pizza orders, Pizza Fusion is offering another special - buy any 1 large pizza and get 1 pizza of equal or lesser value for only 2 cents.*

"We're looking forward to celebrating the second of many successful years in Ridgewood," Nick Morin, co-owner of Pizza Fusion Ridgewood, states...

"Best Pizza" Winner and All-Natural Pizza Restaurant Franchise Opening in Two Locations in Tampa TAMPA, Fla. --(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Natural and eco-friendly pizza restaurant franchise and 2010 Hot Concept Winner, Pizza Fusion will be opening two locations in the Tampa, Florida area in January 2011. Pizza Fusion has become one of pizza-lovers' favorite pizzerias not only because of its award-winning taste, but because they only use the freshest, healthier and all-natural, hormone, pesticide and chemical-free ingredients.

Voted "Best Pizza" numerous times, Pizza Fusion's well-rounded menu offers something for everyone at a great value. Menu items range from traditional pizzas and sandwiches to its extensive offering of handcrafted, specialty pizzas, like Four Cheese & Sundried Tomato, Sausage & Tri-Colored Peppers or the popular Founder's Pie...

September 08, 2010 // Franchising.com // Natural and eco-friendly pizza restaurant franchise and 2010 Hot Concept Winner, Pizza Fusion welcomed Larry Zwain, former President of PepsiCo Restaurants Intl (dba Yum Brands-International division) , CEO of Boston Market and Senior Vice President of McDonald's to its board of directors.

The addition of Zwain to the Pizza Fusion board completes a powerhouse team leading the rapidly expanding company. Additional industry experts on the board include former President and co-founder of Office Depot, Mark Begelman; CEO of Benihana, Richard Stockinger; and Subway's largest area developer, with 1100 Subway units, Larry Feldman.

Larry Zwain is a seasoned industry expert with over 25 years of broad-based, domestic and international Marketing and General Management with major restaurant operators and franchisors leading strategic planning, business development, resource alignment and rapid growth...

Zwain is Former President of PepsiCo Restaurants International (DBA Yum Brands International Division), and Former CEO of Boston Market FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. -(BUSINESS WIRE)- Natural and eco-friendly pizza restaurant franchise and 2010 Hot Concept Winner, Pizza Fusion welcomed Larry Zwain, former President of PepsiCo Restaurants Intl (dba Yum Brands-International division), CEO of Boston Market and Senior Vice President of McDonald's to its board of directors.

The addition of Zwain to the Pizza Fusion board completes a powerhouse team leading the rapidly expanding company. Additional industry experts on the board include former President and co-founder of Office Depot, Mark Begelman; CEO of Benihana, Richard Stockinger; and Subway's largest area developer, with 1100 Subway units, Larry Feldman...

The Rapidly Expanding Restaurant Franchise Grows Through Equity Financing and Store Growth Model FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. --(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Pizza Fusion, the all-natural and eco-friendly restaurant franchise has been selected as one of Nation's Restaurant News Hot Concepts of 2010. The rapidly growing franchise is continuing its expansion on a two-pronged front. First is by raising equity financing for a corporate store expansion program and secondly through aggressive area developer, multi-unit operator and franchising opportunities.

The Pizza Fusion concept is proving successful in many ways as the 12 months ending June 30th, 2010, Pizza Fusion's system-wide sales increased 46% and same store sales increased approximately 11%, performing better than fast casual industry trends...

2010 Is The Year Of The Franchise FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. -(BUSINESS WIRE)- 2010 is the year of the franchise and Pizza Fusion has been reaping the benefits. The current economic situation does not seem to affect the growth of restaurant franchise concepts. The Obama administration is considering increasing funds for the U.S. Small Business Administration, and success rates for franchises are greater than 90 percent. This the highest success rate for any type of business. Consulting firm PricewaterhouseCoopers expects franchising to grow at an increase of over $24 Billion this year.

Pizza Fusion is a fresh restaurant franchise concept that has shown tremendous growth since its inception in 2006. While most restaurants have seen a downturn in same store sales, Pizza Fusion has excelled...

Fresh, Natural, Eco-Friendly Pizza Restaurant Pizza Fusion Will Celebrate Its Opening with Free Food, Drinks, Giveaways, and More RED BANK, N.J. --(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Pizza Fusion, the number 1 green franchise and pioneer of the environmental, fresh and natural restaurant movement is opening its newest location at 95 Broad Street in Red Bank, New Jersey. The restaurant will be celebrating its official grand opening on Saturday, June 19th from 2 PM to 4 PM as well as extended special offers from Sunday, June 20th to Saturday, June 26th.

The main event on the 19th will feature food sampling from Pizza Fusion's fresh and natural menu, including their signature pizzas, desserts, natural sodas and teas. Red Bank Mayor Pasquale "Pat" Menna will be present for the ribbon cutting ceremony...

Pizza Fusion Takes Steps to Reduce Chemical Consumption in Children since as Reported, Pesticide Consumption Now Linked to ADHD in Children FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. --(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Organic restaurant franchise Pizza Fusion launches School Organic Pizza Fridays in order to help children and their families in making the transition to an even healthier diet that can help prevent cancer and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), among other ailments linked to pesticide consumption. Pizza Fusion offers pizza, one of children's favorite foods, in a way that is both wholesome and delicious.

Children are now facing significant health challenges more than ever, one of them ADHD. A study published on May 17th, 2010 in the Official Journal of The American Academy of Pediatrics links ADHD in children to their exposure to pesticides commonly used on non-organic fruits and vegetables...

Organic Food and Pizza Franchise, Pizza Fusion, Provides Consumers with Organic and All-Natural Fare Reported to Reduce Chances of Cancer FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. --(BUSINESS WIRE)-- A report released on May 6th, 2010 by the President's Cancer Panel urges consumers to select organic food grown without environmental chemicals like pesticides, antibiotics, growth hormones, and certain agricultural fertilizers, to offset their risk of suffering from cancer.

Consumer food choices prove to be a powerful tool in the fight against cancer, and organic eating does not have to be only at home. Pizza Fusion, the restaurant franchise ranked as the #1 Green and Organic Franchise, focuses its menu on organic food at a great value such as their $5 organic lunch special...

Prizes include a trip for two to an organic & sustainable vineyard, fresh produce from Earthbound Farm and organic beverages from Honest Tea and Give® Natural Spring Water April 12, 2010 // Franchising.com // FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – Pizza Fusion, a pioneer in the natural and organic restaurant movement, today launched an online video contest through the month of April, searching for the country's most creative and earth-friendly pizza recipe.

"Pizza lovers can share their favorite earth-friendly pizza recipe online by posting a video creating their masterpiece on YouTube," said Vaughan Lazar, founder and president of Pizza Fusion. "We decided to make this campaign 100 percent paperless to raise awareness for the 40th Anniversary of Earth Day and to help promote it we brought in an expert panel of judges including celebrity Chef Aaron McCargo Jr...

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Pizza Fusion, a pioneer in the natural and organic restaurant movement, garnered a coveted industry accolade when it was ranked No. 4 in the Top 100 Movers & Shakers for 2009 by FastCasual.com, a leading industry trade publication and association.

"Recognition from our industry peers strengthens our deeply held belief that we can serve our customers organic gourmet meals at a great value in an eco-friendly environment," said Mark Begelman, CEO of Pizza Fusion. "It also positions us well for our aggressive expansion plans to bring that value to many more cities across the country."

Last year, Begelman, former president and CEO of Office Depot, instituted a number of new programs that included additional franchisee training, new processes and more corporate support for Pizza Fusion restaurants...

Pizza Fusion North Miami Beach partners with Florida Baptist Children's Homes to share life-skills and healthy habits as they get closer to aging out of the system January 22, 2010 // Franchising.com // North Miami Beach, Fla. – Pizza Fusion North Miami Beach opened its doors to 13 teenage orphans on Monday for a complimentary lunch and educational experience on green nutrition, business and the environment. The teenagers came from Florida Baptist Children's Homes, a faith-based nonprofit organization dedicated to providing Christ-centered services to children and families in need.

"We really enjoyed having Florida Baptist Children's Homes come by for food, fun, and learning. It was a rewarding experience that these young adults really appreciated," Cesar Conde, managing partner of Pizza Fusion North Miami Beach, states...

About.com lists Best and Worst of the Retail Industry for 2009; acknowledging national organic pizza franchise for its industry leading environmental initiatives January 07, 2010 // Franchising.com // Fort Lauderdale, Fla. – About.com recently unveiled its list of the Best and Worst of the Retail Industry in 2009, highlighting Pizza Fusion for "Best Green Retailing Practices in the U.S. Retail Industry". According to About.com, "the criteria used to pick the "Best and Worst of the Retail Industry in 2009" was an equitable blend of industry recognition, hard numbers, expert analysis, and because-I-said-so opinion."

"We're honored to receive this recognition from About.com," Vaughan Lazar, president and co-founder of Pizza Fusion, states...

Pizza Fusion to Offer $1 Personal Pizzas and 1 Cent Large Pizzas, in Honor of Its One-Year Anniversary RIDGEWOOD, NJ --(Marketwire) - In honor of its one-year anniversary, Pizza Fusion is passing down savings to its customers. On December 15 only, Pizza Fusion in Ridgewood will be selling personal organic cheese pizzas for $1 dollar only. Normally Pizza Fusion's personal pizzas start at $6 each, presenting customers a $5 savings on this special day. For large pizza orders, Pizza Fusion is offering another special -- buy any 1 large pizza and get 1 pizza of equal or lesser value for only 1 cent.

"We're looking forward to celebrating the first of many successful years in Ridgewood," Nick Morin, co-owner of Pizza Fusion Ridgewood, states...

Organic pizza franchise's fifth LEED certified restaurant is Atlanta's first December 09, 2009 // Franchising.com // Atlanta, Ga. – Pizza Fusion was recently awarded Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification by the United States Green Building Council (USGBC) for its Atlanta restaurant. This marks the fifth Pizza Fusion location nationally to receive LEED certification.

"It's very rewarding to be the first restaurant in Atlanta to be individually certified under the strict requirements of the LEED program", Jeff Melnick, owner of Pizza Fusion Atlanta, states. "While there are other restaurants in Atlanta located inside LEED Certified buildings, Pizza Fusion in Buckhead is the first and only Atlanta restaurant to receive LEED certification for its interior build-out and on-going operations...

Local sports nutrition store to collect holiday gift donations for Toys for Tots; offering gift certificates for donations December 08, 2009 // Franchising.com // Fort Lauderdale, Fla. – Pizza Fusion, local organic pizzeria, and Max Muscle (http://www.ftl.maxmuscle.com), a sports nutrition store, will be hosting the 2nd annual Toys for Tots holiday party this Thursday, December 10, from 6pm to 9pm at The Gateway Shoppes located at 1011 N Federal Hwy across from the Gateway Theatre. The purpose of the event is to collect as many donated toys and raise funds for needy children as possible, which will go to the Fort Lauderdale chapter of the Marine Toys For Tots Foundation. Donators will receive a backpack full of goodies from Max Muscle and Pizza Fusion, in addition to items from several contributing partners, including The UPS Store, NRG Fitness, We Take the Cake, Edible Arrangements, Gaspari Nutrition, Nutrex, BSN, and Crown Wine & Spirits...