Franchising

I Heart Mac & Cheese to open 20th Texas unit

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May 7, 2020

I Heart Mac & Cheese has signed a franchise agreement with Verlan Hoopes to continue the brand's expansion across Texas. He will be opening one location in the city of Conroe in the next year, which will increase the brand's footprint to 20 stores in Texas, according to a company press release.  

"I Heart Mac & Cheese is a unique and attractive franchise concept that sells itself and stands out among other franchise models," Stephen Giordanella, I Heart Mac & Cheese CEO and chairman, said in the release. "People are constantly impressed by the company's innovative business model and menu, and we're excited to continue expanding across Texas with partners that share those beliefs."

In addition to this location near the Houston area, several other locations have recently been announced with upcoming openings in Alabama, Arizona, California, Colorado, Georgia, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, New Jersey, New York and Texas.

I Heart Mac & Cheese operates corporate locations in Florida at Pembroke Pines, Jupiter and Boca Raton. In 2017, the company launched its franchising program nationwide and has franchise units in Florida, New York, Georgia and Texas. Additional locations are slated to open in Alabama, Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, New Jersey, New York and Texas.