Batteries Plus

Batteries Plus Signals a Strong 2024 Following Record Growth Throughout 2023

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Mercoledì, Gennaio 10, 2024

HARTLAND, Wis., Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Batteries Plus, the world's leading consumer and business specialty battery franchise, enters 2024 with fresh momentum after accomplishing record growth in 2023, including 30 store openings and 54 signed agreements.

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  • HARTLAND, Wis., Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Batteries Plus , the world's leading consumer and business specialty battery franchise, enters 2024 with fresh momentum after accomplishing record growth in 2023, including 30 store openings and 54 signed agreements.
  • Their store was one of six new Batteries Plus stores to open in Florida in 2023.
  • Fueling the brand's record franchise growth for the year was the introduction of Batteries Plus' Market Stewardship program – awarding franchisees an entire market.
  • Looking ahead to 2024, Batteries Plus is predicting a 6-8% sales growth driven by a record third year of double-digit growth in the B2B segment.

Ace Pickleball Club Reveals Franchise Opening Schedule for 2024

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Martedì, Gennaio 9, 2024

ATLANTA, Jan. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ace Pickleball Club has revealed the locations and projected opening timelines for their next 7 franchised clubs across the U.S.

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  • ATLANTA, Jan. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ace Pickleball Club has revealed the locations and projected opening timelines for their next 7 franchised clubs across the U.S.
  • Ace Pickleball Club is a member-focused indoor pickleball club franchise growing rapidly across the country.
  • Ace Pickleball Club now has 86 franchises in development amongst 24 franchisees and across 17 states.
  • To support the growth, Ace Pickleball Club has made numerous hires over the last 90 days and now has a franchise support team of 20+ individuals.

Batteries Plus Projects Fifth Consecutive Record-Breaking Year in 2024

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Martedì, Dicembre 19, 2023

HARTLAND, Wis., Dec. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Batteries Plus, the world's leading consumer and business specialty battery franchise, is about to deliver another total sales record in 2023, and plans for 2024 are poised to deliver even bigger gains as a continuation of the brands runaway expansion. The brand is predicting a 6-8% sales growth driven by a record third year of double-digit growth in the B2B segment.

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  • This high interest rate environment is no exception, and we've seen strong and sustained interest from multi-unit franchisees," said Jon Sica, Chief Business Officer for Batteries Plus.
  • While the brand anticipates a sharp increase in multi-unit deals, Batteries Plus is also expecting to award as many as five additional Market Stewardship agreements in 2024, allowing franchisees to oversee an entire market.
  • Batteries Plus even pairs franchisees with experienced commercial sales coaches to help them capitalize on their position as an essential B2B supplier throughout the life of their business.
  • To learn more about franchising with Batteries Plus, visit batteriesplusfranchise.com .

Batteries Plus Closes 2023 with Strong Business Partnership Growth

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Lunedì, Dicembre 11, 2023

HARTLAND, Wis., Dec. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Batteries Plus, the world's leading specialty battery franchise, saw impressive commercial gains in its business supply program throughout 2023 and plans to continue that growth into the new year. Ranging from new service deals with local governments in several markets to supplying services for 48 new national partnerships, the brand saw a 60% increase in partnership growth year-over-year with no signs of slowing down any time soon.

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  • HARTLAND, Wis., Dec. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Batteries Plus , the world's leading specialty battery franchise, saw impressive commercial gains in its business supply program throughout 2023 and plans to continue that growth into the new year.
  • "One of our specialties is providing customized solutions for businesses, local governments, schools, and more throughout hundreds of communities around the country," said Scott O'Farrell, Chief Commercial Officer of Batteries Plus.
  • Regional Sales Manager at Batteries Plus, helped secure a partnership with notable marketing solutions company Quad and as a result of the partnership, Looker and his team helped Quad save over $17,000 in EBITDA avoidance costs.
  • For more information on Batteries Plus Business's capabilities, visit www.batteriesplusbusiness.com .

Batteries Plus & Duracell Ignite Children's Holiday Spirit With Annual Toys For Tots Partnership

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Martedì, Dicembre 5, 2023

HARTLAND, Wis., Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- With the holiday season in full swing, it marks the time of year to give back and spread cheer. That is why Batteries Plus, the nation's largest and fastest-growing battery, light bulb, key fob and repair franchise, is proud to announce its continued partnership with Duracell and the U.S. Marines' Toys for Tots Campaign for the fourth consecutive year and spread joy by powering tens of thousands of children's toys and games this holiday season.

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  • In the exclusive partnership with Duracell, Batteries Plus donated over 100,000 AA and AAA batteries to the national children's charity.
  • In addition, the Batteries Plus corporate offices in Wisconsin also collected toys for their local Toys for Tots chapters.
  • "We are thrilled to continue our partnership with Duracell and Toys for Tots for the fourth holiday season bringing our four-year donation to 400,000 batteries," said Scott Williams, CEO of Batteries Plus.
  • "Our shared dedication to supporting our neighbors and communities nationwide is the driving force behind our annual partnership with Batteries Plus and Toys for Tots.

Jon Sica Named to 2024 Wisconsin Titan 100 List

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Lunedì, Novembre 13, 2023

HARTLAND, Wis., Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Titan CEO and headline sponsor Wipfli LLP are pleased to announce Jon Sica, Chief Business Officer of Batteries Plus as a 2024 Wisconsin Titan 100. The Titan 100 program recognizes Wisconsin's Top 100 CEO's & C-level executives.

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  • HARTLAND, Wis., Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Titan CEO and headline sponsor Wipfli LLP are pleased to announce Jon Sica, Chief Business Officer of Batteries Plus as a 2024 Wisconsin Titan 100.
  • Collectively the 2024 Wisconsin Titan 100 and their companies employ more than 148,000 individuals and generate $76.4 billion dollars in annual revenues.
  • We are humbled to recognize the Titan 100 for their efforts to shape the future of the Wisconsin business community" says Jaime Zawmon, President of Titan CEO.
  • Sica will be honored at the annual Titan 100 awards celebration on January 18th, 2024 at Fiserv Forum, home of the Milwaukee Bucks.

Record Breaking Summer Heat Leaves Car Batteries on Brink of Failure

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Mercoledì, Novembre 8, 2023

HARTLAND, Wis., Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- When it comes to intense heat, summer 2023 was one for the record books. In fact, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), September 2023 was the Earth's warmest September in 174 years. Not only was the heat extremely dangerous for Americans but the stress of the hot summer months wreaked havoc on car batteries. This extreme heat will undoubtably cause them to fail quicker this winter when temperatures drop, leaving drivers stranded at the most inopportune time.

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  • Drop in Temperature Strains Already Fragile Batteries; Batteries Plus Helps Consumers Power Through Cold Weather Effects
    HARTLAND, Wis., Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- When it comes to intense heat, summer 2023 was one for the record books.
  • Not only was the heat extremely dangerous for Americans but the stress of the hot summer months wreaked havoc on car batteries.
  • Batteries Plus also offers a range of products, such as: automotive batteries (ATV, motorcycle, car, marine, and golf cart), chargers, cell phone batteries, phone essentials, SLA batteries, alkaline batteries, and generators.
  • More information on how to find the nearest Batteries Plus retailer store near you can be found here .

Batteries Plus Announces Q3 Metrics on Course for Year-End Performance Goals

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Lunedì, Novembre 6, 2023

HARTLAND, Wis., Nov. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Batteries Plus, the world's leading specialty battery franchise, announced a close to their third quarter that exceeded expectations and set the stage for the franchise to achieve the year-end growth goals they established for the brand nearly 12 months back. Growth goals that aimed for more than just franchise agreements, but for the development of the franchise namesake in the public mind.

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  • That growth is reflected by the record commercial and national account sales that the Batteries Plus team saw this past quarter.
  • "Even with 830 locations open and in development nationwide, Batteries Plus continues to partner with franchisees, new and existing, to break ground in untapped markets each quarter," said Joe Malmuth, Chief Franchising Officer for Batteries Plus.
  • "The Batteries Plus business model continues to attract investment from those wanting to take advantage of our high-return opportunities and the soaring $100+ billion battery market," said Jon Sica, Chief Business Officer of Batteries Plus.
  • Positioned for the battery-powered future, Batteries Plus was ranked on Franchise Times Top 400 list, coming in at #130.

Batteries Plus Explores Generative Artificial Intelligence Possibilities with Creation of New Center of Excellence

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Mercoledì, Novembre 1, 2023

Some of the potential use cases of Generative AI that Batteries Plus' Center of Excellence focuses on is increasing productivity, improving efficiencies, as well as enhanced customer experience, training and support.

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  • Some of the potential use cases of Generative AI that Batteries Plus' Center of Excellence focuses on is increasing productivity, improving efficiencies, as well as enhanced customer experience, training and support.
  • The creation of an AI Center of Excellence provides Batteries Plus with the opportunity to move quickly beyond experimentation of these new technologies.
  • Batteries Plus stresses that while these new technologies can prove to be very useful, the Center of Excellence also establishes important guidelines and policies while promoting best practices.
  • Batteries Plus currently has more than 800 store locations in operation and development nationwide.

Batteries Plus Inks 6-Unit Franchise Agreement for Florida's Treasure Coast

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Martedì, Ottobre 24, 2023

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Batteries Plus, the world's leading specialty battery franchise, recently welcomed its latest signed agreement for the development of six new units along Florida's Treasure Coast. This deal will not only expand Batteries Plus's well-known presence in the state, but it will also further establish the brand's expertise along the bustling business growth hub along its southeastern coast.

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  • WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Batteries Plus , the world's leading specialty battery franchise, recently welcomed its latest signed agreement for the development of six new units along Florida's Treasure Coast.
  • "My wife and I couldn't be with a better franchising partner to begin the next chapter of our lives with Batteries Plus," said Kurt Storkel.
  • "We're happy to welcome Kurt and his wife Liz to our franchise system and to grow the Batteries Plus brand in Florida," added Joe Malmuth, Chief Franchising Officer.
  • Positioned for the battery-powered future, Batteries Plus was ranked on Franchise Times Top 400 list, coming in at #130.