Batteries Plus Franchise News Headlines
Battery business proving to be recession-resilient
Source: Houston Chronicle
July 22nd, 2009
In an economic climate where businesses can struggle to stay alive, commercial and retail provider Batteries Plus says it is charging ahead with a substantial growth in sales, thanks to customers looking to save a buck or two.
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Store Sales Continue to Climb at Steady Rate Despite Economy
April 28th, 2009
Bucking the trend realized by many other retailers, Batteries Plus is seeing more of the same double digit sales growth in 2009.
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Should You Be the First Franchisee of a New Franchise System?
April 19 , 2009
Deciding to start your own business is a scary prospect for anyone. That's why so many people turn to franchising. Starting with a proven model where the concept, business plan, and operating system are already put together can give you a leg up, according to Susan Manwaring, owner of seven Batteries Plus franchises in Indiana. But what if you're the first franchisee in the system?
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Recycling: It's not just for paper and bottles
April 18 , 2009
By Elana Ashani Jefferson
It's easy enough to put out recyclable paper, glass, plastic and aluminum for curbside pickup.
But what about all that other discarded stuff around the house — dead batteries, old cellphones, computers, food packaging and other clutter?
With Earth Day coming up on Wednesday, here's a list of recycling programs to help manage unwanted stuff:
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A Trashed Economy Foretold
Intake at Landfills Has Been Falling
March 14, 2009
By Brigid Schulte
Along with the stock market and the foreclosure rate, a less-heralded barometer has signaled the arrival of hard times: the landfill.
In an extravagantly wasteful society that typically puts 254 million tons of unwanted stuff at the curb to be thrown away each year, landfill managers say they knew something was amiss in the economy when they saw trash levels start steadily dropping last year. Now, some are reporting declines as sharp as 30 percent.
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Chain Store Age: The News Magazine for Retail Executives
Taking Charge
January 1st, 2009
By Russ Reynolds, CEO, Batteries Plus
Since we are considered an aftermarket player, or an equipment reseller, our business model is fairly recession-resistant. We serve more than 1.5 million customers nationwide annually, and sell more than 1 million batteries per week.
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Batteries Plus® ‘Charges’ Into Sebring, Offers One-Stop Shop for Multiple Battery Needs Nation’s Largest Battery Retailer Ready to Light Up the Community
October 20, 2008
"In an age of increased portability, our society is dependent on batteries," said Bob Huston, co-owner of the Sebring Batteries Plus store. "Batteries Plus provides unmatched service and expertise, along with batteries of virtually every shape and size. I look forward to meeting the ongoing battery needs of the Sebring community, from the consumer seeking simple batteries for common items or automotive needs, to the business owner or large entity needing ongoing, more complex battery services."
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Batteries Plus Hires Marketing Expert to Extend Impressive Franchise Growth
October 16, 2008
Batteries Plus CEO Russ Reynolds is counting on Twist's knowledge and experience in sales and marketing to help Batteries Plus build awareness in new and existing markets around the country. The company has already opened 24 Batteries Plus locations in 2008, is scheduled to open 8 more locations before the end of the year, and projects 35 new locations in 2009.
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Batteries Plus(R) 'Charges' Into Sebring, Offers One-Stop Shop for Multiple Battery Needs
September 30, 2008
Batteries Plus has developed a stronghold in communities nationwide with a distinctive niche that offers a comprehensive selection of batteries, battery-related products and technical support. The new Sebring location provides the equipment and expertise on-site to assemble, test, condition and design custom battery packs for rechargeable household and commercial products.
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Extend Your Laptop's Life With These Tweaks
September 05, 2008
By Rick Broida
In recent years, notebook prices have dropped considerably—but they're still expensive pieces of equipment. For most users, shopping for a new machine every year or two just isn't an option. It makes sense to wring as much life as possible from your current notebook, to get the best possible return on your investment—whether it's $500 or $2,500. Fortunately, with judicious settings and a few accessories, you can significantly extend the life of your laptop.
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Times May Have Changed But Batteries Still Required
March 26, 2008
Would the riot in the 1980’s movie Do the Right Thing ever have happened if, instead of a boom box blasting on his shoulder, Radio Raheem had an iPod plugged into his ears? While times, and electro-gadgets, may have changed, one constant remains: batteries still required.
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Searching for the ideal franchisee
By Polly Larson
Wednesday, March 5th, 2008
If puppies make you sneeze, you and a pet care franchisor know right off you are dead wrong for each other. But more subtle factors usually determine what makes a suitable franchisor/franchisee match. While finances and location are always considerations, smart franchise systems look far beyond those basics before awarding a franchise.
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Powering up the supply chain
As Published in the UPS Compass Winter 2008.
UPS had been delivering packages for Batteries Plus from the beginning. Adding UPS Supply Chain Solutions meant less paperwork, as well as more reliable service. Today, UPS provides true port-to-door service for Batteries Plus, using air and ocean freight to move batteries from suppliers in Asia to the company's distribution facility in Waukesha, Wis. The full spectrum of UPS services
then moves the batteries to stores and customers across the country.
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