Jennifer Schuler

Handel's Homemade Ice Cream surges with 173 units and 621% sales growth

Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream, the iconic dessert franchise famous for homemade ice cream, is expanding into Illinois for the first time with a multi-unit agreement in the Chicago-metropolitan-area.

Handel's Homemade Ice Cream has signed its first-ever multi-unit franchise agreement in Illinois, marking the brand's debut in the state with three locations planned for the Chicago suburbs.

The new Handel’s ice cream parlors will be developed in the Chicago suburbs of Elgin, Geneva/St.

The ice cream franchise reports high average unit volumes and industry-leading same-store sales growth as it continues national expansion into new markets.

The company entered its 81st year with new locations in Vancouver, Washington; Oviedo, Florida; and Thornton, Colorado.

Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream has appointed Naveen Dasa as chief financial officer, adding a dynamic and accomplished finance executive to its leadership team as the brand accelerates into its next chapter.

Snyder brings a proven track record to Handel’s with more than 15 years of franchise development and real estate expertise, previously serving as Vice President of Development at Mountain Mike’s Pizza and holding leaders

Youngstown, OH – This season, Santa is swapping cookies for ice cream!

Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream is excited to announce the opening of its newest location in Midtown Atlanta.

Handel's Homemade Ice Cream names Hillary Frei as Chief Marketing Officer.

Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream launches a new peanut butter and jelly ice cream flavor, available at all locations.

While Gen Z takes the lead in adventuring into new flavor profiles within the food and beverage landscape, The Hartman Group report indicates more than a third of Gen Z has a continued preference for foods they’re familiar with.

Handel's Homemade Ice Cream appoints Jennifer Schuler as its new Chief Executive Officer, leading a nearly 130-store and growing brand.

Wetzel’s Pretzels and Thirst open their first dual-branded drive-thru location in St. George, Utah.

Wetzel’s Pretzels opened a new bakery at Los Angeles International Airport, offering fresh-baked goodness to frequent fliers and jet-setters.

Jennifer Schuler, the CEO of Wetzel’s Pretzels, discussed her leadership style and the brand’s growth opportunities.

Wetzel's Pretzels has opened a new location at the Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino in Las Vegas.

Wetzel’s Pretzels opens a new bakery at Columbus Circle’s Turnstyle Underground Market in New York City.

The opening of Wetzel’s Pretzels inside Macy’s South Coast Plaza showcases a newfound relationship between two powerful brands that are giving shoppers the chance to enjoy freshly made snacks and satisfy their shopping needs all at the same time.

Wetzel's Pretzels opens new franchise locations within Walmart stores in Henderson, Nevada, and Bakersfield, California, offering customers a convenient snack option.

Wetzel's Pretzels debuts its Rose Parade float, featuring a custom-painted convertible and surfboards, showcasing the brand's fun and light-hearted spirit.

Wetzel's Pretzels ranked among top 400 franchises by Franchise Times.

Wetzel’s Pretzels named as a “Top Multi-Unit Franchise” for 2021 by Franchise Business Review, with a fun-loving West Coast attitude.