The Spice & Tea Exchange

The Spice & Tea Exchange signs five new franchise agreements.

The Spice & Tea Exchange has 98 units, CEO Amy Freeman

As the organization evolves, leadership changes occurred this summer, with Todd Barto appointed as Vice President of Operations and Michael Lassen as Vice President of Franchise Development.

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The Spice & Tea Exchange has signed five new franchise agreements, strengthening its presence in the Southeast region.

“Earning a spot on the Inc. 5000 is a meaningful recognition of the momentum we’ve built and the strength of The Spice & Tea Exchange® brand,” said Amy Freeman, CEO and Co-Founder of The Spice & Tea Exchange®.

In 2025, the International Franchise Association identified Pennsylvania as a top state for franchise growth, with the state expected to add new local businesses.

In addition, the brand recently opened a new location in Stuart, Florida, and is preparing to open another store in Eureka Springs, Arkansas in the coming months.

The Spice & Tea Exchange reaches $50 million in sales with 98 locations nationwide

The Spice & Tea Exchange signs seven new deals in Oklahoma and Virginia.

The Spice & Tea Exchange expands with new stores and leadership appointments.

Mandy Nowels, SVP of E-Commerce & Marketing at The Spice & Tea Exchange, shares her experience in franchising.

The Spice & Tea Exchange successfully opened five new stores, signed a franchise agreement, and experienced impressive sales growth on its ecommerce website since March.

The Spice & Tea Exchange is looking to add flavor to the Empire State with new franchise locations, aiming to bring at least four new locations to New York through franchising.

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The Spice & Tea Exchange responded to the COVID-19 pandemic by shifting its focus to online and delivery support of local owners, leveraging its experience during the Great Recession.

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