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Kisses From Italy signs California franchise deal

Kisses From Italy Franchisee Sharon Preston poses with Michael Di Turi, president and CEO. Photo provided

January 31, 2020

Following the opening of its first international location inBari, Italy, Kisses from Italy Inc. is continuing expansion plans with its first California franchise deal.

Co-founder, CEO and CIO Claudio Ferri said the chain was proud to welcome franchisee Sharon Preston, whose 25 years of retail experience will help the company grow. 

"We foresee the imminent development and opening of the first location in the beautiful city of Chino, California," Ferri said in the release.

Thanks to a fresh and affordable Mediterranean and traditional Italian-inspired menu that attracts foodies of all stripes, the concept has been garnering much customer appreciation in the surrounding areas of its currently operating stores, Preston said.

"I am exceedingly appreciative of the opportunity to be part of the Kisses from Italy organization with both Mr. Michael Di Turi and Mr. Claudio Ferri, who have been extremely supportive throughout the entire process, making me feel like family. I look forward to this extraordinary opportunity." she said in the relesae.

The chain has been working to create a unique and successful product line, Ferri said.

"With that in mind, we have put together an aggressive sales team to help us pursue our expansionary objectives and are currently scouting other areas and regions for potentially corporately owned and franchised locations," he said.