16 Handles is a company in Burnaze's franchise knowledge graph, mentioned since 2019. 42 stories link here, each summarized from the original publisher. Filed under Restaurants / Snacks & dessert.
This self-serve frozen yogurt chain, founded in 2008 by Solomon Choi in New York City's East Village, survived the category slump that started in the mid-2010s, continued through the pandemic, and is now riding an expans
Restaurant operators are adjusting dessert portions and merchandising as GLP-1 weight-loss medications lead to decreased food intake among 11% of U.S. adults.
The dessert franchise signed 25 new agreements in the first half of 2026, surpassing its total for all of 2025 as same-store sales climbed 30%.
16 Handles surpasses last year's franchise growth in six months.
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New York, NY – 16 Handlesis bringing its modern, tech-forward concept to the West Coast, announcing its first-ever expansion into California with eight units planned across some of the state’s most high-demand markets.
“I was really drawn to the opportunity to return to my roots,” Carr said.
Donna Coupe joins 16 Handles as vice president of training.
16 Handles taps two new executives, Patti Carr and Donna Coupe, to drive record growth and expansion of the frozen yogurt and dessert franchise.
16 Handles hires two VPs after its highest growth year.
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16 Handles launches new summer flavor lineup with three flavors.
16 Handles names Fred Frey as VP of Franchise Development
16 Handles launched a Squid Ink Black Matcha frozen yogurt flavor, a limited-time offer that coincides with the Halloween season.
16 Handles launches better-for-you flavors, including a keto chocolate brownie soft serve.
16 Handles has signed agreements to launch stores across Texas, with the brand’s largest franchisee, Neil Hershman, acquired the chain and became the brand’s CEO in 2022.
Prepare to unlock the door to a world of wizardry and wonder as 16 Handles introduces its most enchanting new flavor – Butter Beer frozen yogurt.
16 Handles relaunched its pumpkin frozen yogurt flavor, 'Oh My Pumpkin Pie,' for a limited time during the fall and winter months.
16 Handles celebrated the one-year anniversary of its acquisition by its largest franchisee, Neil Hershman.
Neil Hershman, a multi-unit operator, has shared his management insights and entrepreneurial spirit.
YouTube star Danny Duncan invests in frozen yogurt chain 16 Handles alongside Neil Hershman, the brand's largest franchisee, in 2022.