Franchiseor of Scooters Pizza Ferndale inject fresh life into management of store

Scooters Pizza Ferndale is set to benefit greatly from enhanced managerial and strategic value, following the recent acquisition of the store by Allister Gertse and Anil Roscoe.

Gertse and Roscoe were previously employed at a well-known banking institution as management information system analysts for an iPad projects team. Jeanne Geldenhuys, Managing Executive of Scooters Pizza asserts that this background experience will enable Gertse and Roscoe to enhance the business model and value offering at Scooters Pizza Ferndale.

“Both Allister and Anil have gained invaluable experience in the corporate world, which has allowed them to develop considerable strategic and business focused managerial skills. I am highly confident that these learned traits, along with the fact that both of them are highly professional, motivated and enthusiastic people, will ensure that the store is run proficiently, which will translate into long term financial growth.”

Gertse states that he and Roscoe have ambitious plans for the store, with the intent to increase total orders per day by 30%, and increase the average spend by 10% within the next three months. He adds that they intend to achieve this goal by employing a hands-on management style and closely monitoring product quality, while also encouraging staff to exceed service expectations through performance incentives.

He further notes that the entire staff at Scooters Pizza Ferndale has responded positively to the change in management, and is receptive to the direction in which the new management wants to take the store.

Scooters Pizza offers hungry consumers a varied menu consisting of a number of traditional and speciality pizzas, as well as pizones, subs, wraps, side dishes and desserts.

Gertse concludes that he is confident of creating business sustainability for Scooters Pizza Ferndale.

“Through passion, perseverance and hard work, I truly believe that Scooter’s Pizza Ferndale will deliver on its promise and live up to customers’ expectations, with impeccable service provided, and only the tastiest meals served.

“Ultimately, this value offering will allow Ferndale residents to receive a slice of the good life, which I am positive will result in the development of a loyal customer base that will drive long term success for the store.”

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Papa John's franchisees open new store in Bristol

After the success of their first store opens in Derby, Papa Johns youngest franchisees, Hitesh Patel and Harry Singh, both aged 26 years old Papa John's pizza, opened their second store. The new outlet is located in the region of fishponds in Bristol. Business partners, Patel and Singh, who only got Papa Johns in April in years, tasted success quickly and now plans to acquire three additional franchise stores in the next four years.

"We chose Bristol fishponds as a placement as it relates to our development plans," explained Patel. "It is a densely populated area, with families and some students and one where we believe that the community will benefit from Papa Johns ' Better ingredients, better Pizza! ' brand.

"Our Derby store works well we are growing and are in the process of being established in the area," he continued. "We have already been visited by the local mayor, who was a true highlight. Now our new expansion in Bristol will take us to the next level of our development plan and we look forward to open new outlets in the near future. "

"Although the Lotte and Harry is our youngest franchisees, they actually have more than 12 years of combined fast food the background between them," explained Anthony Round, Business Development Manager at Papa John 's. "Their enthusiasm and experience combined with the support, Papa John's franchise team offers, means this business minded duo has the right ingredients to deliver an exciting future."

Papa Johns is one of the largest pizza companies in the world with about 4,000 stores worldwide and is rapidly expanding in 33 markets around the world. Papa John 's, which is famous for its product quality, has opportunities for potential franchisees throughout the United Kingdom, including the key places in the South-East, Yorkshire, Manchester, the West Midlands, East Midlands, South West, North East, Wales and Scotland.

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Woof Gang Bakery Unleashes New Pet Retail Store and Grooming Location in Wilmington, North Carolina

Woof Gang Bakery, a leader in the pet industry, has grown to 33 locations, with the newest store in Wilmington, North Carolina. Opening May 11, Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming Wilmington is a locally-owned small business, offering full-service grooming, and a wide selection of pet foods and supplies. The store is located at 1930 Eastwood Rd., Suite 108, Wilmington, North Carolina 28403; phone 910-256-5557.

Erskine Smith, a Wilmington resident for 24 years, is the franchise owner of the Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming Wilmington store. He is dedicated to the local community and to providing outstanding service and quality products for customers and their four-legged friends. He is excited to become a local resource for everything pet-related, including proper nutrition, healthy lifestyle and community involvement. Being surrounded by a variety of animals most of his life, and the proud parent of Rigby, a Jack Russell Terrier, and two rescued cats, he has become attuned to the unique nutritional needs of pets.

“With the increasing focus on pets as family members, individuals are paying more and more attention to their pet’s health and well-being,” said Erskine. “I intend to offer a remarkably high level of customer service in a friendly, welcoming location for both pets and their owners.” Woof Gang Bakery is the leader in raw frozen diets, kibble, canned and dehydrated dog and cat food. As well as carrying dog and cat food products, Woof Gang Bakery carries unique, fashionable doggie items, a variety of fun, tough toys, as well as fashionable accessories, collars and leads, and a wide range of doggie spa products. A customer loyalty program, pet-friendly events, yappy hours and adoptions are offered. The store is happy to also host pet parties and adoption events.

A remarkably high demand exists for pet products and services. According to the American Pet Products Association, approximately 73 million homes in the U.S. own a pet. Americans will spend more than $52 billion this year on pet supplies, care and grooming, including an estimated $4.11 billion in spending just on services such as grooming.

About Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming

Woof Gang Bakery is a leader in the pet franchise industry providing the very best in pet care. Each Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming location is a neighborhood store, offering gourmet dog treats, healthy pet foods, pet supplies, accessories and pet grooming. It is the Woof Gang Bakery company mission to provide quality products and services that enhance the well-being, health and happiness of beloved animal companions.

Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming has 33 locations operating throughout the United States. For more information or to find the location nearest you, visit http://woofgangbakery.com/.

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