A Conversation with Dunkin’ Executive Chairman Nigel Travis: Part 1
Dunkin' Executive Chairman Nigel Travis discusses his experience with the leading brand, including the recent name change and public transition.
· 1851 Franchise· November 1, 2018
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Dunkin' Brands is a company in Burnaze's franchise knowledge graph, mentioned since 2015. 846 stories link here, each summarized from the original publisher. * Dunkin' has unveiled a limited-time Halloween lineup featuring seasonal menu items, collectibles, and merchandise, including the return of the Spider Donut and the debut of the Berry Battie Daydream Refresher [[2026-10-14 Dunkin’ unveils Halloween lineup (8b03e6)]]. * Dunkin' franchisee Dave Baumgartner has opened his 100th store after 16 years, and advises new franchisees to start with just one store to learn and grow [[2026-09-16 This Dunkin’ Franchisee Just Opened His 100th Store. His First Piece of Advice D (d0054d)]]. * Dunkin' has launched a marketing campaign featuring former Spice Girls members Emma Bunton and Geri Halliwell-Horner, along with comedian Rachel Dratch, to promote its seasonal fall beverage lineup [[2026-09-08 Dunkin’ enlists a pair of former Spice Girls and Rachel Dratch to push its pumpk (e2eb23)]]. * Walmart is making a push into restaurant delivery, utilizing its large store footprint and growing delivery network to reach restaurants and consumers, including a partnership with Dunkin' [[2026-09-04 Walmart makes a bold play for restaurant delivery (3fceb9)]]. * Dunkin' is expanding its partnership with Walmart to offer delivery through the retailer's app, starting at in-store locations before rolling out to 10,000 U.S. units [[2026-09-03 Customers can soon get Dunkin’ delivered, from Walmart (854022)]]. * Dunkin' will return to Puerto Rico in 2027 through a partnership with Fusion Restaurant Group, an operator based on the island [[2026-08-25 Dunkin’ to return to Puerto Rico in 2027 (96e211)]]. * Convenience stores are competing with quick-service restaurants for breakfast sales, with some c-stores leveraging their morning offerings to win customers, potentially impacting Dunkin' sales [[2026-08-28 The Breakfast Battle How C-Stores Can Steal Share From QSRs (fcc721)]]. * Dunkin' has launched its fall menu, including a partnership with Alix Earle and the introduction of new pumpkin and tiramisu flavors [[2026-08-19 Dunkin’ Kicks Off Fall with Alix Earle Partnership and New Menu (400190)]] Filed under Restaurants / Coffee & tea.
Communication Between Franchisee and Franchisor: The Proverbial Two Way Street
Nigel Travis, former CEO of Dunkin' Brands, discusses the importance of communication between franchisee and franchisor in building trust and establishing rapport.
· 1851 Franchise· October 30, 2018
Dunkin’ Store Revamps Moving Faster Than Expected
Dunkin' is ahead of schedule in its $100 million effort to rebrand locations nationwide, with 60 updated stores as of the end of Q3.
· 1851 Franchise· October 25, 2018
Painting With a Twist Acquires Bottle & Bottega
Painting with a Twist acquires 20-unit Bottle & Bottega, expanding its presence to 300-plus units in 39 states.
· 1851 Franchise· October 19, 2018
Enter to Win A Free Year of Coffee with Dunkin's Halloween Costume Contest
Dunkin' has announced a Halloween Costume Contest, where fans can share their Dunkin’ inspired costumes on Instagram for a chance to win a year’s worth of free coffee and $1,000.
· 1851 Franchise· October 18, 2018
Social Media Impact on Restaurants
Dunkin' drops 'Donuts' from its name, and initial buzz is positive, according to QSR Magazine.
· 1851 Franchise· October 8, 2018
Dunkin' Launches Coffee Porter
Dunkin' launches a coffee porter in collaboration with Harpoon Brewery, combining the tastes of Dunkin's Espresso with Harpoon's signature craft beers.
· 1851 Franchise· October 1, 2018
Just Dunkin’
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· Global Franchise· September 26, 2018
Dunkin’ is Dropping ‘Donuts’ From its Name
Dunkin' dropped 'Donuts' from its name, phasing out the branding gradually with packaging, advertisements, and online branding changes.
· 1851 Franchise· September 25, 2018
Dunkin' Launches First Coffee in a Can Retail Option
Dunkin' launches its first coffee in a can retail option, the Shot in the Dark coffee espresso blend, available in three varieties and 8.1 ounces each, containing 80 calories.
· 1851 Franchise· September 24, 2018
Baskin Robbins Serves Up 18 More In GTA
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· Global Franchise· September 6, 2018
Dunkin' Donuts is Shortening Its Name at Certain Locations
Dunkin’ Donuts is testing a name change to simply “Dunkin’” at select locations, focusing consumer attention on beverage options and exploring updates to signage and menu items.
· 1851 Franchise· August 29, 2018
Nigel Travis Retires as CEO of Dunkin’ Brands
Nigel Travis retires as CEO of Dunkin' Brands, succeeded by David Hoffmann, who has been serving as President of Dunkin' Donuts U.S. since 2016.
· 1851 Franchise· July 11, 2018
QSR Magazine: Booming U.S. Doughnut Franchise to Expand Overseas
Duck Donuts will be bringing ten new locations to Chile as part of an international growth push, with the first location set to open in the fall.
· 1851 Franchise· June 6, 2018
QSR: Dunkin Vet Jeremy Biser Joins Roy Rogers as EVP
Roy Rogers, a family-friendly franchise, has appointed Jeremy Biser as its executive vice president, bringing experience from Dunkin' Brands Group, Inc.
· 1851 Franchise· April 19, 2018
Dunkin' Franchisees Going With Non-Traditional Locations
Dunkin' franchisees have opened over 86 new non-traditional locations in 2017, including airports, arenas, and college campuses.
· Franchising.com· March 14, 2018
QSR Magazine: The Future is Caffeinated at Dunkin’. Here’s Why
Dunkin' Donuts has been successful in increasing both sales and traffic during the morning hours.
· 1851 Franchise· February 12, 2018
Fox Business: Dunkin’ plan for 1,000 new stores faces labor shortage
Dunkin’ Brands plans to add 1,000 new U.S. stores by the end of 2020, but faces concerns about labor shortages and increased competition.
· 1851 Franchise· February 8, 2018
QSR Magazine: Dunkin' Debuts Next Generation Store, Special Drive Thru
Dunkin' Donuts has unveiled a unique new location in Quincy, Massachusetts.
· 1851 Franchise· January 17, 2018
Nation’s Restaurant News: Dunkin’ Rolls Out Coffee Deal with Amtrak
Dunkin' Brands Group Inc. has partnered with Amtrak to offer Dunkin' Donuts Original Blend and Dunkin' Decaf on all Amtrak Northeast Corridor trains.
· 1851 Franchise· September 25, 2017
CNBC: McDonald’s Is Gearing up to Sell Ready-To-Drink Coffee
McDonald’s is ready to take on Starbucks and Dunkin in the ready-to-drink coffee scene.
· 1851 Franchise· September 6, 2017
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A boutique law firm, Paris Ackerman, discusses its focus on sophisticated franchise transactions, including franchise mergers and acquisitions and commercial real estate and leasing transactions.
· 1851 Franchise· August 22, 2017
Nation’s Restaurant News: Dunkin’ Donuts Takes Shorter Name for Test Drive
Dunkin' Donuts tests 'Dunkin'' signage at one California location to reinforce its beverage-led brand and coffee leadership, according to Nation's Restaurant News.
· 1851 Franchise· August 3, 2017
Multi-Unit Franchisees Gather At Premiere Conference
The Multi-Unit Franchising Conference attracts top franchisees and brands, providing educational opportunities and networking chances.
· Franchising.com· May 10, 2017