Batteries Plus Recognizes Franchisees with MVP, Rookie of the Year, and Rising Star Awards
Batteries Plus announced this year’s company award winners at its annual Sales Achievement Event in Las Vegas earlier this month.
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Batteries Plus announced this year’s company award winners at its annual Sales Achievement Event in Las Vegas earlier this month.

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Batteries Plus proudly celebrated its franchise owners’ success at its annual Sales Achievement Event.
Jon Sica has been promoted to Chief Operating Officer at Batteries Plus, with a focus on driving expansion and growth.
Batteries Plus launches X2Power Portable Power Stations, providing power solutions for outdoor activities and power outages.
Batteries Plus recently showcased its success and industry insights at the Multi-Unit Franchising Conference (MUFC) held in Las Vegas, Nevada last month.
Batteries Plus sparks spring adventures with seasonal ‘Power On’ campaign, assisting consumers with dead batteries and providing education.
Batteries Plus partners with Texas A&M University to provide ongoing battery and lighting solutions to multiple universities and agencies within the Texas A&M University System.
While the term responsible franchising has been thrust into the spotlight recently, since its founding over 35 years ago, Batteries Plus has been fostering incredible talent, providing ongoing support, and emphasizing a

Batteries Plus implements its Market Stewardship Program in Phoenix, expanding its presence in the market.
Batteries Plus was named to Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 Hall of Fame list.
2024 Multi-Unit Franchising Convention highlights dynamic leaders driving growth in franchising, featuring keynote speakers, panels, and educational break-out sessions.
Batteries Plus signs an area development agreement with MarLu Investment Group to open locations in Phoenix.
The Franchise Customer Experience Institute announced the inaugural brand recipients of the 2024 Franchise Customer Experience Certification.
Batteries Plus hires Kristen Kunas as Senior Vice President, General Merchandise Manager, to lead the brand's merchandising efforts.
Batteries Plus of Eatontown powers its community with essential power needs throughout the year.
Batteries Plus announced today that it was recently awarded the Franchise Customer Experience Certification at this year’s International Franchise Association Convention in Phoenix.
Batteries Plus launches second annual National Battery Day Contest, awarding three lucky winners with a year's worth of free batteries and a teacher of their choice.
Batteries Plus promotes Joe Malmuth to Chief Development Officer, a testament to his evolving career with the brand.
Batteries Plus of Rosemead partners with the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power to provide batteries for the department's equipment and vehicles.
Batteries Plus is recognized as one of the top 500 franchises in Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 list, ranking up 40 spots from last year’s ranking.
BoeFly helped Jeff Hirth, a seasoned Batteries Plus franchisee, secure funding for a California expansion.
Batteries Plus and Duracell partner with the U.S. Marines’ Toys for Tots Campaign for the fourth consecutive year, donating over 100,000 batteries to power donated toys and games.
Jon Sica, Chief Business Officer of Batteries Plus, is named to the 2024 Wisconsin Titan 100 list for exceptional leadership, vision, and passion.