Operations
SSS up 7% at Clean Juice
April 29, 2021
Clean Juice, a USDA-certified organic juice bar franchise founded in 2014 in Charlotte, reported this week that sales were up for the first quarter of 2021.
Fueled by a strong fourth quarter in 2020, which included the introduction of organic cleanses and soups as well as an elderberry acai bowl, same-store sales increased 7% in Q1 this year, CEO Landon Eckles said in a company press release.
"We are extremely proud of our continued growth, which we view as a true testament to how well our premium organic and healthy products integrate into our guests' changing tastes and preferences," he said. "Our guests continue to demand access to truly healthy and delicious food and beverage products are served with smiles and speed."
In January, the company launched its Cleanse Club subscription service, which continues to drive guest value followed by the launch of its Spring Menu featuring dragon fruit and a Guest Appreciation Weekend event that capped off a strong March. The company reported a 24% same-store sales increase in March 2021.
In spite of the many challenges faced by the franchise industry in 2020, many existing franchisors continued to grow their brands, and new companies entered the franchise arena, resulting in a record-breaking number of applicants for new franchise stores. In the first quarter of 2021, Clean Juice awarded 15 units, 25% more than planned.
"This year continues to be the 'Year of the Guest,' where they are the focal point to everything we do, from menu innovation to technology to podcast content," Eckles said.
"We have much more innovation planned for the rest of the year and we won't stop grinding until our average unit volume and guest count goals are met," he said, reiterating his company's sixth core value that showcases their employees' grinder mentalities.
