National And Local News - 2013

NEWS ARTICLE - 6/1/2013 - By Chuck Kesl (Miami Gardens Newspaper)

June through November is known as hurricane season in southern Florida. For residents that can mean widespread power outages and even potential property damage. Batteries Plus Bulbs franchisee Chuck Kesl wants to help residents be prepared for whatever may come their way this hurricane season. Kesl operates Batteries Plus Bulbs of Miami Lakes and he says the store offers advice on how consumers can better prepare themselves for hurricane season. Some of the items Kesl recommends this hurricane season include power inverters, flashlights, backup chargers for mobile devices, keeping extra alkaline batteries on hand and even solar chargers for cars or boats.

NEWS ARTICLE - 5/8/2013 - By Kathy Mitchell (The Champion)

In 1997 Jane Watts opened her first Batteries Plus Bulbs store along with her mother and partner June Riner. The team became the first all-female owned Batteries Plus franchise and almost two decades later they have grown into a three-store operation. Recently the team moved their flagship store from Lawrenceville Highway to Shamrock Plaza, less than two miles away. The increase from 900-square feet to 2,400-square feet was necessary as they plan to expand by adding a larger assortment of light bulbs.

NEWS ARTICLE - 4/5/2013 - By John Castelluccio (Danvers Patch)

Christopher Daher and his mother Sabah are preparing for the start of their business venture together. The two will be franchisee partners of Batteries Plus Bulbs set to open Danvers. Christopher has a degree in business administration and his father owns a successful jewelry shop in Salem.

NEWS ARTICLE - 4/1/2013 - By Staff Writer (Franchising World)

Perez discusses factors that have led to the growth of the Batteries Plus Bulbs franchise system and he notes that being involved in a rapidly evolving market allows for simultaneous growth of the company. On top of this, expertise in an ever-changing technology-driven industry like batteries and light bulbs is increasingly valuable as consumers feel bombarded with all the new variety of product choices. Today Perez owns and operates 10 stores throughout Oregon and Washington.

NEWS ARTICLE - 4/1/2013 - By Gregory Schmidt (The New York Times)

Based in Silicon Valley, Switch assembled a team of engineers and physicists in 2007 and revealed their first new bulb last year that has already won several awards for innovation. The best part, these new bulbs have a lifespan 25 times longer than incandescent bulbs. Batteries Plus Bulbs has teamed up with Switch and serves as one of the only places you can find one of the new Switch60 bulbs.

NEWS ARTICLE - 2/27/2013 - By Staff Writer (Multi-unit Franchisee)

For nearly 25 years Angel Cartagena's life revolved around his service to the United States Air Force. In 2008 he decided to go into business for himself and opened a Batteries Plus in New Jersey. After two years of successful ownership he was approved to receive an SBA veteran-approved loan to help him expand with a second store.

NEWS ARTICLE - 2/26/2013 - By Brian Bixler (Franchise Chatter)

Batteries Plus Bulbs franchisee Dustin Myers discusses the process of becoming a franchisee all the way from his first training session to opening the doors of his new business. Myers also has a unique perspective as a multi-unit franchisee as his recently opened second store serves a totally different market than his original. Myers says that understanding both sides of the business has allowed him to find better ways to use the support Batteries Plus Bulbs corporate provides to create a highly-productive business.

NEWS ARTICLE - 2/24/2013 - By Ally Karsyn (Sioux City Journal)

As we approach the complete phase-out of incandescent bulbs in 2014, many consumers are dreading the day they have to replace all the lights in their homes. Joshua Moore, franchisee of Batteries Plus Bulbs, weighs-in to give those who are dissatisfied with the changes in light bulbs some hope. Moore implores buyers to keep in mind the long term benefits though. Although LEDs are more expensive up-front, money and energy will end up being saved in the long run over the lifespan of the bulb as they can last for 25+ years.

NEWS ARTICLE - 2/20/2013 - By Adam Littman (White Plains Patch)

After years of research, lots of due-diligence, and a leap of faith; two months ago Eros and Jennifer Corpus achieved their dream of starting a business together. The couple are excited to announce the opening of their Batteries Plus Bulbs in White Plains, New York. They believe their biggest asset is their helpful staff who can provide a high level of expertise in helping guide consumers on the products they need.

NEWS ARTICLE - 1/5/2013 - By Steve Adams (The Patriot Ledger)

The battery business is booming and entrepreneurial-minded individuals like the Vaughn brothers are ready to get involved. Jim Vaughn and his brother Michael have recently purchased the rights to franchise a Batteries Plus Bulbs location in Hanover.