Philly Pretzel Factory donated pretzels to Jameson's Army to distribute at The Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh. Special thanks to the Philly Pretzel Factory of Bridgeville!
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Thursday, June 7, 2012
Friday, July 22, 2011
Philly Pretzel Factory Breaks 15,000 Fans!
On Wednesday, the Philly Pretzel Factory Facebook fan page hit a major milestone: 15,000 fans! This accomplishment would not have been possible without the amazing fan base Philly Pretzel Factory enjoys. With over 2.5 million post views to date in 2011, Philly Pretzel Factory has an energized and engaged group of users that make a thriving Facebook community possible.
Philly Pretzel Factory has also taken steps to keep those users excited and returning to the page. Funday Monday, a weekly deal offering deep discounts on popular products, has transformed Monday into one of the brand’s best sales dales. Additionally, contests like the Summer Photo Contest and surprise giveaways like Tag ‘em Thursdays have turned the Facebook page into a must-visit site for anyone who loves Philly Pretzel Factory pretzels.
Where will the brand go from here? Up! With exciting initiatives on the horizon, Philly Pretzel Factory will continue to be on the forefront of social media.
Philly Pretzel Factory has also taken steps to keep those users excited and returning to the page. Funday Monday, a weekly deal offering deep discounts on popular products, has transformed Monday into one of the brand’s best sales dales. Additionally, contests like the Summer Photo Contest and surprise giveaways like Tag ‘em Thursdays have turned the Facebook page into a must-visit site for anyone who loves Philly Pretzel Factory pretzels.
Where will the brand go from here? Up! With exciting initiatives on the horizon, Philly Pretzel Factory will continue to be on the forefront of social media.
Friday, June 17, 2011
Philly Pretzel Factory Announces Sumer 2011 Photo Contest!
It's time for our annual Summer Photo Contest! We had a TON of great submissions last year and are looking forward to seeing all our returning (and new!) fan's smiling faces this year.
The rules are simple: submit a picture of yourself showing how you'll be having good times with Philly Pretzel Factory this summer and you'll be entered for a chance to win a grand prize of a $100 Visa Gift Card! One runner up will also receive a $50 gift card. The best news? EVERYONE who enters will get a 3 FREE Pretzels on Me coupon!
We'll start taking submissions June 21 on our Facebook fan page. Let's see what you've got!
Monday, March 14, 2011
Franchisee Profile: Scott Kallen, Franchisee of Bridgeville, PA
Born and raised in Philadelphia, Scott Kallen is a serial entrepreneur known for his ability to take a struggling business and turn it into a cash cow. This is why the people at Philly Pretzel Factory enlisted Scott to help them turn around a Philly Pretzel Factory with lots of potential that needed a facelift. Here, Scott tells us about his impressive track record, how he got involved with Philly Pretzel Factory, and where he plans to take the business in the future!Q: Before Philly Pretzel Factory, what were you involved with?
A: I’ve always been a turnaround guy. I started at age 21 with a pizzeria that was in such bad shape that I was able to buy it for almost nothing. Within two years I managed to quadruple sales and had turned it into a local favorite. Then I did the same thing with one of Rita’s Water Ice’s struggling corporate stores. I went into a business partnership with my father, Steve Kallen, who did construction, and we were able to do another complete turnaround and expand to five locations in eight years. I think the key to successful business is a fresh product and excellent customer service—the kind that goes above and beyond and makes guests want to come back again and again because they’re treated so well each and every time.
Q: How did you get involved with Philly Pretzel Factory?
A: Well, in the middle of my Rita’s Water Ice venture I met a lady from Pittsburgh and ended up selling off all my stores so I could get married and move out to Pittsburgh with her. We bought a house here and had a baby. Things are great but I’m ready to re-establish myself as an entrepreneur here. So, when the people at Philly Pretzel Factory’s corporate office gave me a call and asked if I’d be interested in another revival project, I decided to go for it! I think this Bridgeville location has a ton of potential—it’s a great area and Philly Pretzel Factory has an excellent product and a great franchise system. I’m excited to turn this store into something special.
Q: What have been some career milestones for you/your business?
A: When I bought this store last month, it needed some serious TLC. I think the main issue was that people didn’t even know it was open anymore—it didn’t even have an OPEN sign! Now I’m in the process of a complete turnaround and already things are going great. We’ve already got the store all cleaned up, the lights in the store and parking lot are now working, we’ve gotten signage and put a nice big OPEN sign in the window. On February 5th we had a comeback celebration for the entire community, featuring tons of family-friendly activities including clowns, a magic show, kids twisting their own pretzels, live music, and three free pretzels for every man, woman, and child—no purchase necessary, no strings attached. It was just a fun family event to spread the word that Philly Pretzel Factory of Bridgeville is under new management, back in action and better than ever!
Q: What are your future goals? Development plans?
A: Right now I’m focused on making Philly Pretzel Factory of Bridgeville the best it can be, a neighborhood favorite and the place people go to for the best pretzels and the best atmosphere in town. In the future, who knows? We’ll see!
Friday, October 15, 2010
Philly Pretzel Factory Featured in The News Journal
Philly Pretzel Factory was recently featured in an article in The News Journal entitled, “Businesses Using Pink Link to Connect with Community.” The article discusses the ways that business owners in the local community have gotten involved to support this great cause and how it is a great way to get involved in the community. Megan Burke of Philly Pretzel Factory discusses her own personal experiences with breast cancer and how it is such an important issue to support. The article explains that Philly Pretzel Factory will be selling ribbon-shaped pretzels for the month of October. This story delves into the importance of businesses supporting these types of causes. A portion of the article is included below and it can be read in its entirety by clicking here.
Businesses using pink link to connect with community
By Eric Ruth
... It's also a personal issue for Megan Burke, owner of the Philly Pretzel Factory franchise on Naamans Road. She has had a grandmother and aunt diagnosed with the disease, something that enhances the meaning of the "pink ribbon" pretzels her store offers in October. It's an issue that she and her employees face even on the job, she said.
"We have one customer who was diagnosed with breast cancer last year," she said. "During her treatment, we would see her with hair, without hair, with her bandanna."
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Businesses using pink link to connect with communityBy Eric Ruth
... It's also a personal issue for Megan Burke, owner of the Philly Pretzel Factory franchise on Naamans Road. She has had a grandmother and aunt diagnosed with the disease, something that enhances the meaning of the "pink ribbon" pretzels her store offers in October. It's an issue that she and her employees face even on the job, she said.
"We have one customer who was diagnosed with breast cancer last year," she said. "During her treatment, we would see her with hair, without hair, with her bandanna."
(Read More)
Wednesday, September 29, 2010
Twisting for a Cure: Philly Pretzel Factory Supports Breast Cancer Awareness Month
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ctober is an important month for Philly Pretzel Factory. Not only is it national pretzel month, but it is also breast cancer awareness month and local owners are committed to twisting for a cure.
During the entire month, Philly Pretzel Factory will sell pretzels shaped as ribbons to raise awareness about the importance of breast cancer awareness. Fifty percent of the proceeds from the pretzel ribbons will be donated to the Susan G. Komen Foundation to help fund breast cancer research. Once a customer buys a signature pretzel ribbon, that customer will receive a paper pink ribbon which they will sign and place on Philly Pretzel Factory’s “Wall of Fame.”
Last year during their breast cancer awareness month campaign, Philly Pretzel Factory raised over $11,000. The goal is to be able to donate at least $20,000 to the Susan G. Komen Foundation this year.
“Breast cancer is one of the most frequently diagnosed cancers today and we feel a profound sense of responsibility to support causes that are so close to our franchisee’s and staff’s hearts,” said Dan DiZio, CEO and Founder of Philly Pretzel Factory. “To us, there’s a reason why National Pretzel Month and Breast Cancer Awareness Month are the same month.”
Dan DiZio teamed up with college buddy Len Lehman in 1998 to create the first blueprint of the Philly Pretzel Factory. Today, the brand has grown from a single location in the Mayfair section of Philadelphia to a 100-plus-unit franchise with its eyes set on adding 10 more locations in 2010.
With its menu strategically priced for any economy, the brand continued to thrive in 2009 and onward through the beginning of 2010, never wavering from its commitment to its customers.
“Our founder’s principal of giving our customers great Philly-based tasting treats has caught on nationally. With an incredible following, we are positioned for steady growth throughout this year,” said Marty Ferrill, VP of Operations.
As the world’s largest Philly-style bakery, Philly Pretzel bakes fresh, delicious soft pretzels delivered to customers “Hot Outta The Oven.” Each pretzel, made from a mix of only the finest pretzel ingredients, is hand twisted to ensure quality and freshness.
ctober is an important month for Philly Pretzel Factory. Not only is it national pretzel month, but it is also breast cancer awareness month and local owners are committed to twisting for a cure.During the entire month, Philly Pretzel Factory will sell pretzels shaped as ribbons to raise awareness about the importance of breast cancer awareness. Fifty percent of the proceeds from the pretzel ribbons will be donated to the Susan G. Komen Foundation to help fund breast cancer research. Once a customer buys a signature pretzel ribbon, that customer will receive a paper pink ribbon which they will sign and place on Philly Pretzel Factory’s “Wall of Fame.”
Last year during their breast cancer awareness month campaign, Philly Pretzel Factory raised over $11,000. The goal is to be able to donate at least $20,000 to the Susan G. Komen Foundation this year.
“Breast cancer is one of the most frequently diagnosed cancers today and we feel a profound sense of responsibility to support causes that are so close to our franchisee’s and staff’s hearts,” said Dan DiZio, CEO and Founder of Philly Pretzel Factory. “To us, there’s a reason why National Pretzel Month and Breast Cancer Awareness Month are the same month.”
Dan DiZio teamed up with college buddy Len Lehman in 1998 to create the first blueprint of the Philly Pretzel Factory. Today, the brand has grown from a single location in the Mayfair section of Philadelphia to a 100-plus-unit franchise with its eyes set on adding 10 more locations in 2010.
With its menu strategically priced for any economy, the brand continued to thrive in 2009 and onward through the beginning of 2010, never wavering from its commitment to its customers.
“Our founder’s principal of giving our customers great Philly-based tasting treats has caught on nationally. With an incredible following, we are positioned for steady growth throughout this year,” said Marty Ferrill, VP of Operations.
As the world’s largest Philly-style bakery, Philly Pretzel bakes fresh, delicious soft pretzels delivered to customers “Hot Outta The Oven.” Each pretzel, made from a mix of only the finest pretzel ingredients, is hand twisted to ensure quality and freshness.
Tuesday, May 25, 2010
Franchisee Spotlight: George Heck of the Mooresville, NC Location
Each week we highlight some of our newest Philly Pretzel Factory franchisees. This week, George Heck, co-owner of the Mooresville location, is our franchisee spotlight.
Franchisee Since: February 2008
Franchise Location: Mooresville Crossing, 591 S. River Highway, Mooresville, NC 28117
How George Heck Got Started with Philly Pretzel Factory…
For George Heck, the simple snack food of pretzels has been a major part of his life from his childhood into his adult life. He grew up just across the bridge of Philadelphia in South Jersey and throughout his childhood, pretzels were a staple American snack used in many of his school’s fundraisers. In his role on the student council at Palmyra High School, George encouraged using pretzels for fundraisers and at the concession stands. According to George, the reason the pretzels were so successful at his High School was a credit to their low price point and extreme popularity.
What Intrigued George Heck about Philly Pretzel Factory…
George grew up enjoying pretzels and believed that pretzels could be the snack of choice all across the country, not just in Philadelphia. When researching franchise opportunities, he visited many small mom and pop pretzel shops and even competitors of Philly Pretzel Factory. Ultimately, what led George to Philly Pretzel Factory was their positive brand image and consistent high quality product. George believes that Philly Pretzel Factory’s pretzels rank a step above other competitors in terms of quality, and his passion for pretzels would not allow him to settle for anything less than perfect.
Something Interesting about George Heck’s Story…
With over 20 years of experience in the construction financing industry, George created successful sales tactics which he still uses today. George is a strong believer that wholesale drives retail sale. His Mooresville location is the only location in North Carolina (30 miles north of Charlotte). Without a dense, city population, George drives throughout metro Charlotte (sometimes more than 50 miles from his store) to deliver pretzels to people who crave them including children in the Charlotte area school system and business professionals for their business meetings and non-profit organizations George’s nostalgia for pretzels during his childhood years is what makes him passionate about seeing smiles on children’s faces when he delivers them pretzels. He states that his main motivation for driving these long distances is to see the expression on the children’s faces when they receive pretzels after school.
George is looking to expand his business throughout the Charlotte metro area because of the high demand in the area. George would like nothing more than to provide more customers with top-of-the-line Philly pretzels.
George operates the store with his spouse, Jill Heck, Gary and Suzanne Heck, and Diane and Bill Pisel (three siblings and their spouses). They have relocated their families to Mooresville to bring a taste of Philly to the South. Bringing family together is one of their primary purposes along with their desire to give back to the community with an affordable, healthy snack option.
Franchisee Since: February 2008
Franchise Location: Mooresville Crossing, 591 S. River Highway, Mooresville, NC 28117
How George Heck Got Started with Philly Pretzel Factory…
For George Heck, the simple snack food of pretzels has been a major part of his life from his childhood into his adult life. He grew up just across the bridge of Philadelphia in South Jersey and throughout his childhood, pretzels were a staple American snack used in many of his school’s fundraisers. In his role on the student council at Palmyra High School, George encouraged using pretzels for fundraisers and at the concession stands. According to George, the reason the pretzels were so successful at his High School was a credit to their low price point and extreme popularity.
What Intrigued George Heck about Philly Pretzel Factory…
George grew up enjoying pretzels and believed that pretzels could be the snack of choice all across the country, not just in Philadelphia. When researching franchise opportunities, he visited many small mom and pop pretzel shops and even competitors of Philly Pretzel Factory. Ultimately, what led George to Philly Pretzel Factory was their positive brand image and consistent high quality product. George believes that Philly Pretzel Factory’s pretzels rank a step above other competitors in terms of quality, and his passion for pretzels would not allow him to settle for anything less than perfect.
Something Interesting about George Heck’s Story…
With over 20 years of experience in the construction financing industry, George created successful sales tactics which he still uses today. George is a strong believer that wholesale drives retail sale. His Mooresville location is the only location in North Carolina (30 miles north of Charlotte). Without a dense, city population, George drives throughout metro Charlotte (sometimes more than 50 miles from his store) to deliver pretzels to people who crave them including children in the Charlotte area school system and business professionals for their business meetings and non-profit organizations George’s nostalgia for pretzels during his childhood years is what makes him passionate about seeing smiles on children’s faces when he delivers them pretzels. He states that his main motivation for driving these long distances is to see the expression on the children’s faces when they receive pretzels after school.
George is looking to expand his business throughout the Charlotte metro area because of the high demand in the area. George would like nothing more than to provide more customers with top-of-the-line Philly pretzels.
George operates the store with his spouse, Jill Heck, Gary and Suzanne Heck, and Diane and Bill Pisel (three siblings and their spouses). They have relocated their families to Mooresville to bring a taste of Philly to the South. Bringing family together is one of their primary purposes along with their desire to give back to the community with an affordable, healthy snack option.
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