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Smoothie King is a global health-focused smoothie company founded in 1973 in Kenner, Louisiana. It pioneered the smoothie sales concept and has grown to become a leading brand in the industry. The company was acquired in 2012 by Wan Kim, who expanded its reach and offerings. Smoothie King operates over 1,000 locations worldwide, with its headquarters in Dallas, Texas. The company offers a diverse menu of smoothies made from non-GMO fruits and vegetables, catering to various nutritional goals such as weight management, energy boosts, and muscle recovery. In addition to smoothies, some locations provide sports beverages, energy bars, snacks, and vitamin supplements. Smoothie Kings mission is to promote health and wellness by delivering high-quality, nutritious products while emphasizing ingredient transparency.
The Big O Tires story begins back in 1962, just as Americas new love affair with the automobile was hitting high gear. The market for replacement tires was exploding, and independent tire dealers found themselves struggling to compete in the face of low prices offered by major tire manufacturers own company stores. Big Os founding fathers were a handful of progressive independent tire dealers who decided to band together to form a tire-buying cooperative so that they could secure volume pricing and keep their customers happy. Their concept worked. In the years that followed, The Big O Tires co-op evolved into a full-fledged franchise as it continued to find innovative ways to harness the power of the collective to benefit independent dealerships and their customers. Almost a half-decade later, Big O Tires has become North Americas largest retail tire franchisor, with over 400 independently-owned and operated locations in 20 states, providing customers with a broad range of automotive services in addition to quality tires, wheels and accessories. Big O has become an industry role model admired for its innovative approach to franchising and unmatched customer loyalty ratings. In 1996, Big O Tires joined forces with one of the largest and most respected tire marketers in the nation when it became part of the TBC Retail Group, an automotive retail network comprised of some 1,200 Big O Tires, Tire Kingdom, Merchants and NTB locations spanning 40 U.S. states. Big Os reach was broadened again in 2005, when TBC Corporation was acquired by Sumitomo Corporation of America, the largest wholly-owned subsidiary of Tokyo-based Sumitomo, one of the worlds leading traders of goods and services. As Big O Tires continues to thrive and adapt to an ever-changing marketplace, it remains rooted in its humble beginnings as a proud collective of independent dealers committed to putting its customers first.
CIDAN Machinery Group is a leading manufacturer of sheet metal processing machinery, with a history that dates back to 1907. Originating from Göteneds Mekaniska Verkstad in Sweden, the company has expanded globally through mergers and acquisitions, including the acquisition of CIDAN A/S in Denmark. Today, CIDAN operates in multiple countries, including Sweden, Austria, Switzerland, China, Denmark, and the United States, serving customers in over 52 countries through a network of 61 dealers. The company offers a wide range of machinery for sheet metal working, including power folders, mechanical shears, cut-to-length lines, and CNC-controlled brakes. Their products are known for quality and precision, marketed under brand names such as CIDAN, Göteneds, Thalmann, and Forstner. CIDAN emphasizes innovation and user-friendly design, providing solutions that support Industry 4.0 and automation trends. Their dedicated sales and support teams assist customers with shop layout and process optimization, ensuring comprehensive service. CIDAN Machinery Group serves a diverse customer base, including sheet metal shops and manufacturing companies, contributing to various industries worldwide.
Arkeyo offers self-service coin counting / cash dispensing kiosks to banks, casinos, grocery stores and other retail locations. Arkeyo is delivering high profile products and services designed to engage and efficiently monetize the growing need for a new self-service coin alternative in the USA and Europe. Clients can select from a full set of product lines, in their own language and their own currency. Arkeyo also picks up and processes coin bins and coin bags. Unlike legacy self-service coin offerings, Arkeyo gives retailers powerful tools to narrowcast their direct marketing, to identify and engage the right customer with the right offering at the right time, enhancing results and efficiency. Rules-based intelligence, routing and reporting tools offer retailers the opportunity to increase sales, lower customer service costs, shorten ‘float time and encourage repeat business. Through an affiliate program, users of the self-service coin machines can earn credit toward future purchases and exchange points with offline affiliate partners.
Kerrie Kelly is a multifaceted design studio bringing thoughtful design into everyday life. To work with Kerrie Kelly—whether through residential interiors, corporate partnerships or lifestyle entertainment—is to gain a trusted, industry-savvy partner who bridges the gap between design principles and a life well lived.