Shipley Donuts Wraps Q1 2026 With Continued Growth and Innovation

HOUSTON, April 28, 2026 // PRNewswire // -- Shipley Donuts started 2026 with a strong first quarter marked by record-breaking limited-time offer sales, sweet and savory menu innovation, key leadership appointments and continued expansion across the country as the brand closes in on its 400th location.

Shipley broke year-over-year sales records for both its Valentine's Day and new St. Patrick's Day donuts and dozens boxes, signaling strong guest loyalty in the new year. Building on that momentum, the brand unveiled Kolache Dippers, bite-sized versions of its fan-favorite, handmade sausage kolache, alongside Shipley's first-ever kolache dipping sauce, Rowdy Ranch.

To fuel its next chapter of growth, Shipley strengthened its C-suite with three key appointments spanning operations, finance and development:

• Matt Kafka, Chief Operating Officer, drives operational excellence and leads franchise support across the Shipley franchise system.
• John Feray, Chief Financial Officer, focuses on increasing same-store sales systemwide while optimizing margin performance and growth.
• Todd Brin, Chief Development Officer, oversees franchise development, construction, design and real estate to streamline processes and reduce costs

"Coming off a record-breaking 2025, our Q1 investments to strengthen our leadership team have positioned us to better serve our guests and support our growing franchise system as the brand continues to evolve," said Flynn Dekker, CEO of Shipley Donuts. "We remain committed to driving menu innovation and strategic growth, while staying true to the heritage and quality that define Shipley at its core. As we build on early-year momentum, we're positioned to continue reaching new milestones in the months ahead."

The brand opened four shops in Q1, including its first El Paso, Texas, location. An additional 25 shops are expected to open throughout the remainder of the year, in both new and existing markets.

SOURCE Shipley Do-Nuts

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