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Noodles & Company Announces Appointment of Drew Madsen as CEO

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
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BROOMFIELD, Colo., March 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Noodles & Company (Nasdaq: NDLS) today announced that the Board has appointed Drew Madsen to serve as permanent Chief Executive Officer effective March 6, 2024.

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  • BROOMFIELD, Colo., March 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Noodles & Company (Nasdaq: NDLS) today announced that the Board has appointed Drew Madsen to serve as permanent Chief Executive Officer effective March 6, 2024.
  • “On behalf of the entire board, we are thrilled Drew will be leading Noodles as CEO.
  • As interim CEO, Drew quickly assessed our most important opportunities and has aligned the organization around five strategic priorities that are focused on driving traffic growth.
  • As permanent CEO, he provides the business continuity necessary to execute on these priorities through 2024 and beyond,” said Jeff Jones, Noodles & Company Board Chairman.

Noodles & Company Announces CEO Transition

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Friday, November 10, 2023
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Drew Madsen is appointed Interim CEO effective immediately; is a Board Director at Noodles, and a seasoned leader with deep experience in the restaurant industry

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  • Drew Madsen is appointed Interim CEO effective immediately; is a Board Director at Noodles, and a seasoned leader with deep experience in the restaurant industry
    BROOMFIELD, Colo., Nov. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Noodles & Company (Nasdaq: NDLS), today announced that the Board has appointed Noodles Board member Drew Madsen to serve as interim CEO effective immediately.
  • Madsen’s appointment follows the decision by the Board to transition to new leadership, resulting in Dave Boennighausen’s departure as the Company's CEO.
  • Jeff Jones, Noodles & Company Board Chairman, commented on the interim CEO appointment, stating, "We are very excited to have Drew step into the interim CEO role and remain on our Board.
  • He led the Noodles team and navigated the Company through a period of rapid change and market disruption, including during the pandemic.

Noodles & Company Unveils Seven Surprise Holiday-Themed Crispy Flavors in CrispiDays Campaign

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Monday, December 4, 2023
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BROOMFIELD, Colo., Dec. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Noodles & Company, the national fast-casual chain known for spreading Uncommon Goodness with its globally-inspired noodle bowls, best-in-class service, values-centric culture, and delectable Crispies, is spreading uncommonly good holiday cheer this season by unveiling its CrispiDays line up. This new holiday-themed drop includes seven never-before-seen limited-edition Noodles Crispy flavors. For seven consecutive days starting Wednesday, December 6 through Tuesday, December 12, Noodles will reveal a new, craveable Crispy flavor each day that will be available for one day in limited quantities. 

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  • This new holiday-themed drop includes seven never-before-seen limited-edition Noodles Crispy flavors.
  • For seven consecutive days starting Wednesday, December 6 through Tuesday, December 12, Noodles will reveal a new, craveable Crispy flavor each day that will be available for one day in limited quantities.
  • The ingredients in each new Crispy are a surprise to all guests until it's announced at 9 a.m. EST each day via Noodles & Company's Instagram account and CrispiDays webpage .
  • To partake in CrispiDays, guests can order online, in-restaurant, or via the Noodles mobile app to snag each day's Crispy before it runs out.

New Markets and Award Recognitions Position the Noodles & Company Franchise for Momentum in 2024

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023
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BROOMFIELD, Colo., Nov. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Noodles & Company, (NASDAQ: NDLS) the national fast-casual chain known for its globally inspired noodle bowls, best-in-class service, and values-centric culture, entered new franchise markets and achieved high accolades in 2023 with honors from top publications including Forbes, Denver Business Journal, and Franchise Times. Noodles' franchise growth and award achievements demonstrate how the franchise continues to be an enticing opportunity for experienced multi-unit, multi-concept operators.

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  • Noodles' franchise growth and award achievements demonstrate how the franchise continues to be an enticing opportunity for experienced multi-unit, multi-concept operators.
  • "Furthermore, the accolades and milestones we reached this year position Noodles as an attractive opportunity for franchise investment."
  • In terms of top franchise focused awards, Franchise Times ranked Noodles & Company #157 in its annual Top 400 list.
  • Building on the momentum of its latest franchise agreements, the fast-casual Noodles brand continues to expand throughout the U.S.

Black Friday Special: "Mom's Choice" Award-Winner "Kangaroo Cravings" Learn-to-Read Game Is Ideal for Holiday Gift Giving

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Parents searching for a memorable, meaningful and most of all fun gift this Black Friday/Cyber Monday need to hop over to Kangaroo Cravings from Clever Noodle.  The only learn-to-read game based on brain science, the game is endorsed by the nation's top literacy experts! The 2023 Mom's Choice Awards Gold Winner in the Educational Games category is 20% off during the biggest shopping weekend of the year at Amazon.com and www.clevernoodle.com.  

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  • The only learn-to-read game based on brain science, the game is endorsed by the nation's top literacy experts!
  • Players move their kangaroo game pieces along a colorful path acting out silly, multi-sensory movements that promote both laughter and learning.
  • Science-based: based on the proven brain science of how kids learn to read and setting them up for long-term success.
  • Portable: The game is designed for play at home, in the classroom or on the go with the Kangaroo Cravings to Go travel pack.

Breaking Taste Boundaries: Unveiling Taiwan Unique Glass Noodles Experience in the US Market

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Thursday, October 12, 2023
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With a focus on catering to various taste preferences, including Spicy crab, Tom Yum Gung, and hot and sour noodles.

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  • With a focus on catering to various taste preferences, including Spicy crab, Tom Yum Gung, and hot and sour noodles.
  • Beef Noodle Soup; this flavorful delicacy combines tender beef, rich broth, and chewy noodles, creating an unparalleled sensory experience.
  • Simultaneously, within Taiwan's diverse noodle culture, another gemstone shines — Glass Noodles, sometimes also referred to as cellophane noodles, are made with a blend of different starches.
  • The versatility of Glass Noodles solidifies their integral role on Taiwanese tables, showcasing the richness of Taiwan's noodle culinary heritage.

EVERY NOODLE DISH ON THE MENU FOR ONLY $5 AT NOODLES & COMPANY IN CELEBRATION OF NATIONAL NOODLE DAY

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Monday, October 2, 2023
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BROOMFIELD, Colo., Oct. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Noodles & Company, the national fast-casual chain known for spreading Uncommon Goodness with its globally-inspired noodle bowls, best-in-class service, and values-centric culture, is celebrating National Noodle Day on Friday, October 6 by rewarding its Noodles Rewards members with a $5 regular-sized noodle bowl. 

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  • Noodles & Company is the best place to celebrate National Noodle Day.
  • To experience the fresh and exciting global flavors that Noodles & Company offers, the company is continuing its celebration with special offers every weekend in October following National Noodle Day.
  • Rewards members can taste the menu by digging into these offers:
    "There is no better way to spend National Noodle Day than by celebrating with Noodles & Company," said Stacey Pool, chief marketing officer at Noodles & Company.
  • "National Noodle Day is our flagship holiday that represents the core of what our brand is – noodles.

CUP NOODLES® INTRODUCES A NOODLE BAR EXPERIENCE, PAIRING ITS PREMIUM CUP NOODLES® STIR FRY® LINE WITH CRAFT BREWS RIGHT IN TIME FOR OKTOBERFEST

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023
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GARDENA, Calif., Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cup Noodles, the original instant ramen in a cup, is unveiling a Noodle Bar experience that pairs its premium Cup Noodles Stir Fry and Cup Noodles Stir Fry Rice with Noodles product lines with craft beer selections just in time for Oktoberfest. Through a partnership with Advanced Cicerone Mandy Naglich, the brand created a Noodles + Brews Pairing Guide that thoughtfully matches each product flavor with a craft brew style based on the vibrant tasting notes and ingredients found in each cup.

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  • GARDENA, Calif., Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cup Noodles, the original instant ramen in a cup, is unveiling a Noodle Bar experience that pairs its premium Cup Noodles Stir Fry and Cup Noodles Stir Fry Rice with Noodles product lines with craft beer selections just in time for Oktoberfest.
  • "There is such a wide variety of tasting notes in Cup Noodles Stir Fry and Cup Noodles Stir Fry Rice with Noodles, that for every zesty, tangy, or bright sauce, there's a craft beer that makes it even better.
  • In honor of Cup Noodles' 50th anniversary, Nissin Foods launched its first noodles with sauce offering, Cup Noodles Stir Fry.
  • Cup Noodles Stir Fry and Cup Noodles Stir Fry Rice With Noodles are available online and in-stores at retailers nationwide, including Kroger and Albertsons.

Noodles & Company Unveils Irresistible New Dish: Chicken Parmesan

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023
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BROOMFIELD, Colo., Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Noodles & Company, the national fast-casual chain known for spreading Uncommon Goodness with its globally-inspired noodle bowls, best-in-class service, and values-centric culture, announced today its latest menu innovation, Chicken Parmesan. Noodles' Chicken Parmesan is a delicious and convenient take on a beloved dish with classic Italian flavors that invoke the feeling and flavor of homemade goodness. Made-to-order and baked to perfection for every guest, this new dish is only $10.95 for a limited time and is made with craveable penne noodles, flavorful marinara sauce, crispy parmesan-crusted chicken, ooey-gooey melted mozzarella cheese, and a sprinkle of parsley on top.  

Key Points: 
  • Noodles' Chicken Parmesan is a delicious and convenient take on a beloved dish with classic Italian flavors that invoke the feeling and flavor of homemade goodness.
  • Noodles Rewards members have exclusive access to try this irresistible Chicken Parmesan entrée for the next two weeks before the dish is launched nationwide to all guests on Wednesday, September 20.
  • Signing up for Noodles Rewards is free and easy via the Noodles mobile app, or the Noodles website.
  • All the goodness of Noodles' new Chicken Parmesan is 100% guaranteed under its Goodness Guarantee program.

‍The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, Expands Partnership With Noodle to Launch Master of Science in Business Cybersecurity Online

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Wednesday, August 23, 2023
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KNOXVILLE, Tenn. and NEW YORK, Aug. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, has launched its Master of Science in Business Cybersecurity (MSBC) online degree program, which is currently accepting applications for a spring 2024 start. The program was established in partnership with Noodle, higher education's leading strategy, services, and technology partner.‍

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  • The program was established in partnership with Noodle , higher education's leading strategy, services, and technology partner.‍
    Employing both synchronous and asynchronous instruction, the online MSBC program trains students in essential cybersecurity tenets.
  • The Haslam College of Business is expanding its online degrees to include the field of business cybersecurity to anticipate and serve 21st century workforce needs.
  • The program recognizes the massive impact of cybersecurity on business, which is estimated to cost the global economy more than $10 trillion annually by 2025 .
  • Stephen Green, Noodle chief partnership officer, stated: "Noodle is proud to expand our partnership with the University of Tennessee, Knoxville Haslam College of Business on such an important degree program, training leaders in business cybersecurity."