National And Local News - 2014

NEWS ARTICLE - 7/21/2014 - By Kate Taylor (Entrepreneur.com)

In 1992, the Manwarings opened the first franchised Batteries Plus store. Since then, through savvy ownership practices and an attention to detail, the Manwarings have opened 14 stores and now span throughout the state of Indiana and most recently in Louisville, KY. Susan provides insight into lessons learned through her journey and tips for individuals who hope to one day own their own franchise.

NEWS ARTICLE - 7/15/2014 - By Aisha Morales (KXRM-TV)

Pockat suggests items like power inverters, which can be plugged into a car cigarette lighter and directly charge up devices. External battery packs and chargers for phones are another way to make sure you won’t lose your ability to make calls or texts in case of an emergency. For lighting, Pockat recommends LED lights as they do not require much energy and can last for a long time in emergency situations.

NEWS ARTICLE - 7/14/2014 - Inside Business

Franchisee, Bob Allen, opens his fifth store on Landstown Centre Way in Virginia Beach.

NEWS ARTICLE - 6/18/2014 - By Mike Troy (Retailing Today)

Due to the increasing popularity of mobile device repair services and the rapid growth of the smartphone market, it seems appropriate Batteries Plus Bulbs would want to get in on the game. By adding repairs to their already wide selection of products and services, Batteries Plus Bulbs is poised to continue its success into the future.

NEWS ARTICLE - 6/17/2014 - By Alan Wolf (TWICE)

The company first started testing the service in 40 test market areas in 275 stores. Due to the success of the program, it will soon be offered at all of 650 Batteries Plus Bulbs stores by the end of the year. The repair program can fix cracked screens, water damage, perform battery/screen protector installation, and can even restore unresponsive internet access and buttons.

NEWS ARTICLE - 6/15/2014 - By Andy Vuong (The Denver Post)

Father Larry and his son Steve’s journey to reach a point where they could start a business together was not easy, especially for Steve. He approached his father, a successful business owner his whole life, about the idea of embarking on a new business endeavor together - after thoroughly researching different industries and businesses, Steve landed on Batteries Plus Bulbs. Today the father-son team, along with the help of Steve’s sister Stephanie, service the battery and lighting needs of the Castle Rock area while maintaining their strong family ties.

NEWS ARTICLE - 6/1/2014 - By Beth Mattson-Teig (Franchise Times)

Batteries Plus Bulbs is one of these chains looking to take advantage of these closings. John Twist, VP of Franchise and Business Development for Batteries Plus Bulbs, talks about how even though these newly opened locations are appealing, there are a multitude of factors that must be considered besides the price tag on a potential storefront. Visibility, traffic volumes, and the cost of repurposing a retail space are all important variables that must be accounted for, says Twist.

NEWS ARTICLE - 6/1/2014 - By Fred Minnick (Stores Magazine)

Batteries Plus Bulbs see themselves as a destination store - a store which consumers go to with a specific issue or need - they must offer an unrivaled product selection and in-stock assortment. According to Reynolds, referrals are a large part of the reason the chain has been able to sustain success, along with their strong commercial sales.

NEWS ARTICLE - 5/15/2014 - By Arizona Republic Staff

Batteries Plus Bulbs is opening a new store in Avondale, Arizona and franchise owner Wayne Ohland looks forward to continuing his strong relationship with the company. Ohland opened his first Batteries Plus Bulbs store in 1995 in Phoenix and since then he has opened stores throughout the greater Phoenix area with the Avondale location being his tenth.

NEWS ARTICLE - 5/5/2014 - Upper Cumberland Business Journal

Cookeville welcomes the addition of the battery and light bulb franchise Batteries Plus Bulbs, with the store being owned by franchisee Todd Williams. Williams is no stranger to the company having opened his first Batteries Plus Bulbs in 1998 and has now reached a total of six stores under his operation with the opening of Cookeville.