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A&W Teams Up with Jolt to Streamline Operations

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Tuesday, August 16, 2022
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Founded in 1919 as a Root Beer stand in California, A&W was the United States' first franchise restaurant chain.

Key Points: 
  • Founded in 1919 as a Root Beer stand in California, A&W was the United States' first franchise restaurant chain.
  • "We are extremely excited to roll out Jolt to our franchisees," stated Rona Lascano, Sr. Director of Training and Restaurant Support at A&W.
  • "Words cannot describe how honored we are to have been selected as the operations management platform for A&W.
  • Jolt creates digital operations management solutions to help restaurants, hotels, and retail outlets build accountability, enhance food safety, and boost employee performance, with confidence.

Dukes Venezuelan Food is Launching Its New Website

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Friday, July 1, 2022
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In addition to the recent changes, Dukes Venezuelan Food also offers catering services to bring their food to events.

Key Points: 
  • In addition to the recent changes, Dukes Venezuelan Food also offers catering services to bring their food to events.
  • Dukes Venezuelan Food is a restaurant that wants to share their culture's food with everyone who walks through its doors.
  • Dukes Venezuelan Food's new slogan - "A Royal Experience in Each Bite"- is about to change how Venezuelans and non-Venezuelans see Venezuelan food.
  • Dukes Venezuelan Food also uses social media to connect with customers and has an active presence on Google, Facebook, Instagram, and Yelp.

A&W Restaurants Celebrates 10 Years Under Franchisee Ownership

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Friday, December 10, 2021
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Brands control, said Kevin Klein, chairman of the National A&W Franchisee Association (NAWFA), which is a significant partner.

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  • Brands control, said Kevin Klein, chairman of the National A&W Franchisee Association (NAWFA), which is a significant partner.
  • Being under franchisee ownership allowed us to control our own destiny, which was thrilling and scary at the same time.
  • Klein noted that franchisee ownership also has created stability that is unusual in the chain restaurant industry.
  • When we are at board meetings, state franchisee meetings or conventions, there are always more hugs than handshakes.

A&W Opens Another Franchised Convenience Store Restaurant

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Tuesday, October 26, 2021
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LEXINGTON, Ky., Oct. 26, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A&W Restaurants has added another location to its growing convenience store footprint with the recent opening of a unit in Hot Springs, Arkansas. Located in a small strip center that includes a gas station, the restaurant features a drive-thru and 45 seats. Franchisee Mohammad Lone converted an independent restaurant to an A&W. Initial sales are exceeding expectations.

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  • Located in a small strip center that includes a gas station, the restaurant features a drive-thru and 45 seats.
  • There are nearly 100 A&Ws located in gas and convenience stores and travel centers.
  • He added that A&W is taking a two-prong approach to developing convenience store locations.
  • Now in its 102nd year, A&W is Americas first franchised restaurant chain.

Chicago Real Estate Developer Puts Fizz into A&W’s Growth Strategy with Plans for Five Restaurants

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Monday, August 30, 2021
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LEXINGTON, Ky., Aug. 30, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- After spending more than 30 years helping restaurant companies find sites and build locations in Chicago, local real estate developer Lee Fry Companies, Inc. is turning the tables and operating its own A&W restaurants.

Key Points: 
  • Founded in 1919, A&W is Americas oldest franchise restaurant chain and the only one solely owned by franchisees.
  • A&W CEO Kevin Bazner personally worked with Fry and DiMauro on their plans, including visiting Chicago to inspect potential sites.
  • Bazner said the Midwest, including Chicago, is A&Ws sweet spot, since many of the brands early locations were opened there.
  • We see opportunity to open a significant number of restaurants in the Chicago area over the next several years, he added.