National And Local News - 2014

PRESS RELEASE - 11/24/2014 - Fishman PR & Marketing

"This new store model, which bolsters Batteries Plus Bulbs' level of services, is more in-tune with how we can better serve markets like Owatonna," said Rich Reynolds, President of Batteries Plus Bulbs Stores Group. "Our goals are to provide a welcoming destination that offers high-quality products, services and unmatched expertise, educate the Owatonna community on reducing energy costs, and bring new job opportunities to the town."

PRESS RELEASE - 11/24/2014 - Fishman PR & Marketing

Through the announcement of this ranking, Batteries Plus Bulbs hopes that more veterans will become aware of the incentives that the franchise has been providing to our nation's heroes. Batteries Plus Bulbs is a proud member of VetFran, a program created by the International Franchise Association to help military veterans become franchise owners. Batteries Plus Bulbs offers a $10,000 discount off the franchise fee to qualified military veterans in select markets, who are interested in owning their own business. Nearly 10 percent of the company's franchise-owned locations are veteran-owned, with 23 veteran owners representing more than 55 stores nationwide.

PRESS RELEASE - 11/24/2014 - Formula PR

"Surprisingly, battery technology has done far more for civilization over the last two centuries than most people realize," said Russ Reynolds, CEO of Batteries Plus Bulbs. "While we took a fun approach to National Battery Day, this holiday represents the perfect time to remind consumers and businesses that batteries are an important part of everyday life. They serve a variety of purposes including keeping household items, personal electronics, vehicles and business devices powered up when we need them the most."

PRESS RELEASE - 11/12/2014 - Fishman PR & Marketing

To prepare drivers for winter weather, Batteries Plus Bulbs, the nation's first, largest and fastest growing battery and light bulb franchise, announced the launch of a nationwide sweepstakes seeking to both educate and reward its customers. By stopping in to a Batteries Plus Bulbs store for a no-appointment-necessary, free battery and systems check, customers will be automatically entered into the month-long contest for a chance to win free Duracell® Ultra Premium Gold flooded car batteries, free battery and system testing, and free car battery installations over the lifetime of their vehicle. There will be four winners, one announced each week at BatteriesPlus.com, during the sweepstakes period of Nov. 15 to Dec. 14.

PRESS RELEASE - 11/8/2014 - Holly Kleese (Fishman Public Relations)

As the franchise industry continues to gain momentum, Forbes magazine recently released its first-ever "Best" and "Worst" in franchising list. Batteries Plus Bulbs, the nation's first, largest and fastest growing battery and light bulb franchise, has been named one of America's Best Franchises, recognized for its continued growth, in addition to its outstanding, ongoing support of its franchise owners.

PRESS RELEASE - 10/27/2014 - By Marketta A. Davis (Staff Writer, pnj.com)

The end of a military career doesn't mean the skills learned no longer are useful. More often, military veterans are finding that their skill sets are useful in the civilian world, often allowing them to be their own boss.

PRESS RELEASE - 10/16/2014 - Fishman PR & Marketing

Batteries Plus Bulbs , the nation's first, largest and fastest growing battery and light bulb franchise, has been named one of the top franchise choices for veterans by Military Times. The Best for Vets: Franchises 2014-15 ranking is targeted to current and former service members interested in owning their own business and recognizes Batteries Plus Bulbs as a leader in supporting veteran franchisees. Jane Watts is in the photo.

PRESS RELEASE - 10/15/2014 - Fishman Public Relations

According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Americans could save 10 to 30 percent on their energy bills by taking advantage of energy-efficient products and services. While the state of California has already demonstrated exceptional efforts to help save energy, the nation's fastest-growing battery and light bulb retail chain is stepping forward to ramp up educational efforts by expanding its franchise presence throughout the state.

PRESS RELEASE - 9/24/2014 - Stacy Rubenstein (Fishman Public Relations)

Ranking No. 79 overall, the acknowledgment recognizes the company for exceptional performance in areas including financial strength and stability, growth rate and system size. With more than 600 stores nationwide and in Puerto Rico, Batteries Plus Bulbs closed out 2013 having opened 55 new franchise owned stores with plans to open 55 more stores in 2014.

PRESS RELEASE - 9/23/2014 - Fishman Public Relations

When it comes to franchising in the state of California, it's clearly a buyer's market. With national chains ranging from fast-food to maid services and retail stores eager to expand their presence in the Golden State, franchisors are offering attractive incentive packages to recruit qualified franchisees into their systems.