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Tropical Smoothie's same-store sales up 26%

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December 10, 2020

Tropical Smoothie Cafe is continuing to post record-setting results this year with same-store sales up 26.3% in November. The chain has also signed 236 franchise agreements and opened 90 new cafes year-to-date. In October, the chain reported a 19.5% increase in same-store sales for Q3 and said year-to-date same-store sales had climbed 3.4%.

"It's inspiring to be a part of record-setting growth at Tropical Smoothie Cafe during such a challenging year for our industry," Nick Crouch, Co-CEO of DYNE Hospitality Group, the largest Tropical Smoothie Cafe franchisee, said in a company press release. "I'm extremely grateful to be part of a brand that prioritizes franchisee success and has adjusted so quickly in these unique times to support my fellow franchisees and me. The momentum we have is incredible and the excitement about the future of our great brand is amazing."

Tropical Smoothie CEO Charles Watson said he was humbled by the drive of his franchisees.

"Our success this year is simply a result of the amazing grit our franchisees have displayed throughout the pandemic," he said in the release. "The collaborative partnership with our franchisees is the key to our success, and it fuels our dedication to providing new menu innovations and healthier options in the communities we serve. I am optimistic and excited to close out the year with tremendous growth results to continue to set our franchisees up for success in 2021 and beyond."

Based in Atlanta, Tropical Smoothie Cafe has more than 900 locations nationwide.