Winmark

Winmark Corporation Announces Quarterly Cash Dividend

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024
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Winmark Corporation (Nasdaq: WINA) announced today that its Board of Directors has approved the payment of a quarterly cash dividend to shareholders.

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  • Winmark Corporation (Nasdaq: WINA) announced today that its Board of Directors has approved the payment of a quarterly cash dividend to shareholders.
  • The quarterly dividend of $0.80 per share will be paid March 1, 2024 to shareholders of record on the close of business on February 14, 2024.
  • Winmark — the Resale Company®, is a nationally recognized franchising business focused on sustainability and small business formation.
  • At December 30, 2023, there were 1,319 franchises in operation and over 2,800 available territories.

Winmark Corporation Announces Governance Changes

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024
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Winmark Corporation (Nasdaq: WINA) announced today that Mark L. Wilson has informed the company of his decision not to stand for re-election to the Winmark Board of Directors at its next Annual Meeting of Shareholders in April 2024.

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  • Winmark Corporation (Nasdaq: WINA) announced today that Mark L. Wilson has informed the company of his decision not to stand for re-election to the Winmark Board of Directors at its next Annual Meeting of Shareholders in April 2024.
  • “Mark’s contributions to Winmark over the past twenty-four years have been substantial and impactful.
  • At December 30, 2023, there were 1,319 franchises in operation and over 2,800 available territories.
  • Because actual result may differ, shareholders and prospective investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements.

USA Hockey Announces Partnership Extension With Winmark Corporation

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Wednesday, January 10, 2024
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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- USA Hockey announced today a multi-year extension of its partnership with Winmark - the Resale Company®, a nationally recognized franchising business focused on sustainability and small business formation.

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  • COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- USA Hockey announced today a multi-year extension of its partnership with Winmark - the Resale Company®, a nationally recognized franchising business focused on sustainability and small business formation.
  • "We're excited to continue our partnership with Winmark," said Pat Kelleher, executive director of USA Hockey.
  • As part of the partnership, Winmark will be part of USA Hockey's annual Welcome Back Week, where hockey families are welcomed back to the sport in September.
  • In addition, Winmark will have exposure across USA Hockey's national teams in various ways, including on equipment and through social media content.

Winmark - the Resale Company Announces Resale Partnership with Roland and BOSS

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Thursday, December 21, 2023
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MINNEAPOLIS, Dec. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Winmark Corporation announced today that its Music Go Round retail chain has entered into a partnership with Roland Corporation, creator of iconic and innovative electronic musical instruments, and BOSS, a leader in creative tools for guitarists and vocalists, as the Official Resale Partner of Roland and BOSS.  

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  • MINNEAPOLIS, Dec. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Winmark Corporation announced today that its Music Go Round retail chain has entered into a partnership with Roland Corporation , creator of iconic and innovative electronic musical instruments, and BOSS , a leader in creative tools for guitarists and vocalists, as the Official Resale Partner of Roland and BOSS.
  • With franchised locations throughout the United States, Music Go Round will provide Roland and BOSS customers a resale option for their quality used Roland and BOSS products, which will help promote their iconic brands through a sustainable solution and offer customers the opportunity to extend the life of their items.
  • "This collaboration with long-time partners Roland and BOSS solidifies our shared commitment to sustainability and provides affordable gear for musicians and creators alike," stated Renae Gaudette, Chief Operating Officer of Winmark.
  • "After years of working with Winmark, we are pleased to announce Music Go Round as our Official Resale Partner," said Dave Rivard, Vice President of Sales, Independent & Strategic Accounts at Roland Corporation.

Winmark Corporation Announces Quarterly Cash Dividend and Special Dividend

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023
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Winmark Corporation (Nasdaq: WINA) announced today that its Board of Directors has approved the payment of a quarterly cash dividend to shareholders.

Key Points: 
  • Winmark Corporation (Nasdaq: WINA) announced today that its Board of Directors has approved the payment of a quarterly cash dividend to shareholders.
  • Additionally, the Board of Directors has approved the payment of a special dividend to shareholders.
  • The total amount of the special dividend payment will be approximately $32.8 million based on the current number of shares outstanding.
  • It is anticipated that Winmark will use cash on hand to finance the special dividend.

Winmark - the Resale Company Named to Fortune's 2023 Change the World List

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023
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MINNEAPOLIS, Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Winmark Corporation, a resale industry leader for over 30 years and franchisor of five resale brands, Play It Again Sports®, Once Upon A Child®, Plato's Closet®, Music Go Round® and Style Encore®, announced today that it has been named to Fortune's 2023 Change the World List. Change the World is a global ranking of the top 59 companies making an important social or environmental impact through their profit-making strategy and operations this year. Winmark's inclusion on the list is based on the Company's mission to provide Resale for Everyone® and the positive things that Winmark's franchisees are doing for their local communities. Since 2010, Winmark's network of locally owned buying centers have extended the life of over 1.6 billion articles of clothing, sporting goods and musical instruments.  In 2022, that number exceeded 169 million items.

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  • MINNEAPOLIS, Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Winmark Corporation, a resale industry leader for over 30 years and franchisor of five resale brands, Play It Again Sports®, Once Upon A Child®, Plato's Closet®, Music Go Round® and Style Encore®, announced today that it has been named to Fortune's 2023 Change the World List .
  • Change the World is a global ranking of the top 59 companies making an important social or environmental impact through their profit-making strategy and operations this year.
  • Winmark's inclusion on the list is based on the Company's mission to provide Resale for Everyone® and the positive things that Winmark's franchisees are doing for their local communities.
  • Come join us, so we can continue to change the world."

Winmark - the Resale Company Announces Sponsorship of NHL® Player Matt Boldy

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Thursday, August 3, 2023
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Boldy will represent Winmark during the event.

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  • Boldy will represent Winmark during the event.
  • "Matt Boldy has demonstrated that he is an extremely talented and gritty player during his first two years as a professional," stated Brett Heffes, Chief Executive Officer.
  • Whether it is on the ice or on the links, Matt has demonstrated a competitive spirit and a passion for excellence.
  • "I am excited to partner with Winmark this summer", said Matt Boldy.

Winmark Corporation Announces Quarterly Cash Dividend

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Wednesday, July 19, 2023
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Winmark Corporation (Nasdaq: WINA) announced today that its Board of Directors has approved the payment of a quarterly cash dividend to shareholders.

Key Points: 
  • Winmark Corporation (Nasdaq: WINA) announced today that its Board of Directors has approved the payment of a quarterly cash dividend to shareholders.
  • The quarterly dividend of $0.80 per share will be paid on September 1, 2023 to shareholders of record on the close of business on August 16, 2023.
  • Winmark – the Resale Company®, is a nationally recognized franchising business focused on sustainability and small business formation.
  • At July 1, 2023, there were 1,303 franchises in operation and over 2,800 available territories.

Winmark - the Resale Company and LA Kings Extend Sustainability Partnership

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Wednesday, June 21, 2023
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MINNEAPOLIS, June 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Winmark - the Resale Company, today announced that it has extended its partnership with the LA Kings and Kings Care Foundation. Brokered by AEG Global Partnerships, the renewal agreement continues Winmark's designation as the Official Resale Partner of the LA Kings and, in turn, the LA Kings as a Premier Sustainability Partner of Winmark and Play It Again Sports. 

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  • Brokered by AEG Global Partnerships, the renewal agreement continues Winmark's designation as the Official Resale Partner of the LA Kings and, in turn, the LA Kings as a Premier Sustainability Partner of Winmark and Play It Again Sports.
  • Since the inking of the original partnership, Winmark, the LA Kings and the Kings Care Foundation, the award-winning charity of the team, have led community-based donation and resale initiatives focused on sustainability and the support of youth sports in underserved communities across the greater Los Angeles region.
  • "We are thrilled to extend our partnership with the LA Kings and Kings Care Foundation for an additional year," stated Brett D. Heffes, Chair and Chief Executive Officer of Winmark Corporation.
  • The LA Kings and Kings Care Foundation have been strong partners in executing our growth and sustainability initiatives."

Winmark - the Resale Company Announces Resale Partnership with Innova Disc Golf

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Tuesday, June 6, 2023
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MINNEAPOLIS, June 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Winmark Corporation announced today that it has entered into a partnership with Innova, the technological originator and pacesetter in Disc Golf, as its Official Resale Partner. 

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  • MINNEAPOLIS, June 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Winmark Corporation announced today that it has entered into a partnership with Innova, the technological originator and pacesetter in Disc Golf, as its Official Resale Partner.
  • "We're excited to partner with a brand like Innova, who produces quality equipment that lasts," explained Renae Gaudette, Chief Operating Officer of Winmark.
  • "Innova has proven that they are equally as invested in growing the game of disc golf while also promoting circularity in local communities across North America.
  • "We at Innova Disc Golf are thrilled to collaborate with Winmark & Play it Again Sports on a shared sustainability mission.