Batteries Plus charges up Q3 franchise signings

Batteries Plus, the battery, power solutions, and tech retail giant, has posted a strong third quarter for new franchise agreements.

During the period, Batteries Plus signed 19 new franchise agreements and opened 13 new locations in Florida, Utah, Pennsylvania, Arizona, Alabama, and Texas.

“The continued pace of growth we’re seeing clearly reflects power and connectivity, and Batteries Plus is uniquely positioned to deliver both,” said Victor Daher, vice president of Global Franchise Development for Batteries Plus. “Entrepreneurs recognize that, and our pipeline of new franchisees and existing operators shows continued confidence in our brand, our innovation, and the strong returns our model can deliver.”

Based in Hartland, Wisconsin, and owned by Los Angeles private equity firm Freeman Spogli, Batteries Plus says it has about 800 locations open and in development. The company was founded in Green Bay, Wisconsin, in 1988.

Along with being an omnichannel retailer of batteries, Batteries Plus offers specialty light bulbs and phone repair services for the direct-to-consumer and commercial channels.

Near the end of September, the brand announced that it will expand its footprint in Central Florida through a four-store development deal in Lake County. Franchise owners Clint and Jolene Coates are targeting a multi-generational family business with their first store in The Villages, north of Orlando, within the next year.

Clint Coates was introduced to the franchise while working as part of the U.S. Geological Survey team, researching rivers, lakes, and waterways. The tools he used throughout his career were battery-powered with solar chargers – all supplied by Batteries Plus. As franchise owners, the Coateses are already in the process of launching their commercial services program, providing power solutions to local businesses before the doors to their first store even open.

“I spent my career working with equipment in the middle of nowhere, running on nothing but a battery and solar charger, so I understood the unmatched value Batteries Plus brings to business owners long before we ever thought of owning a store,” said Clint. “When we started talking about what came next, Batteries Plus was the first name that came to mind.”

Jolene Coates, is already well-versed in the world of small business ownership. She’s developed a passion and reputation for delivering exceptional customer service after spending the last 26 years growing her independent dance studios in Central Florida.

“Clint and Jolene bring a combination we don’t see often. Clint spent years as a commercial customer who understands our value firsthand, and Jolene is already a thriving entrepreneur,” Daher said. “Together, they’re building a strong family team that’s ready to grow alongside the business. Central Florida is one of our most promising markets, and we’re excited to support them at every step.”