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More franchisees are looking to grow with Smoothie King as a healthier brand option.

Smoothie King aims to make 2016 its strongest year yet, with a positive increase in same-store sales and 27 franchise agreements yielding 50 new stores.

Smoothie King celebrated a successful 2016 Franchise Convention in New Orleans, recognizing 2015's accomplishments and milestones.

Smoothie King franchisee Jason Simpson receives a company award for his new store's success and plans to expand to a second location.

Smoothie King closes 2015 with 9.8% same-store-sales increase, and plans to open 123 new locations in 2016, aiming for 1,000 locations by 2017.

Smoothie King has reached the 750-unit milestone and is on track to open 1,000 new locations, with a focus on expanding into new markets.

Smoothie King partners with Shinsegae Group to expand presence in Korea and launch brand in Vietnam, aiming for 1,000 international locations by 2017.

Smoothie King franchisee Christie Dornier's success story showcases the brand's opportunities for entrepreneurs.

Smoothie King has achieved five consecutive years of same-store sales increases, with an average unit volume that continues to rise.

Wan Kim, a foreign-born CEO, has led Smoothie King to success with a new perspective on American operations.

Smoothie King targets Orlando for 25 new locations, aiming to sign 105 new franchise deals by year's end, as part of its national expansion plan.

Smoothie King plans to expand into the Washington D.C. market with 19 new locations as part of its goal to reach 1,000 locations by 2017.

Smoothie King aims to open 147 new locations in New York, building on its existing presence in the city with 105 new deals signed for 2015.

Smoothie King multi-unit franchisee Clay Koenig discusses his experience expanding the brand across state lines and building a successful franchise business.

Smoothie King aims to expand into Philadelphia, signing 105 new deals in 2015 and seeking qualified prospects to open 40 new locations.

Smoothie King plans to add 25 locations in Denver as part of its national growth strategy, using the city as a hub for expansion.

Smoothie King expands national presence to New Jersey, targeting 105 new franchisee deals and 160 locations in the state.

Smoothie King targets Chicago for aggressive expansion, aiming to hit 105 new deals in 2015 and surpass its national growth goal.

Supplemental education, health and wellness concepts, and brands dealing with potatoes are among the latest trends in multi-unit franchising.

Smoothie King franchisee Shahdad Kelishadi shares his experience growing up in the franchising industry and joining the Smoothie King brand.

The article highlights 10 movers and shakers in franchising, including McDonald's and its CEO Don Thompson, but lacks specific details about the industry.

Smoothie King Franchise owner Wan Kim achieves significant growth and same-store sales increase, with plans to open two new locations per week in 2015.

Smoothie King partnered with Al Ghurair Retail to develop 45 locations throughout the Middle East.

Smoothie King CEO Wan Kim appears on MSNBC’s Born in the U$A