Krispy Kreme Opens Third Tucson Neighborhood Store Across From Park Mall

TUCSON, ARIZ. (Dec. 16, 2009) – Krispy Kreme fans will have another reason to celebrate this festive season, when a third Tucson, Ariz. location opens its doors Friday, Dec. 18 at 5775 E. Broadway Blvd. The new neighborhood store will be run by franchise partner Dan Brinton (aka “Doughnut Dan”), who already owns two successful Tucson locations. “Tucsonans have embraced the return of Krispy Kreme, and I am very excited to expand our reach,” said Doughnut Dan. The store opens just in time for shoppers looking for the perfect stocking stuffer or gift for a co-worker, neighbor or friend. Krispy Kreme is selling limited edition holiday gift cards good for five dozen doughnuts – a value of approximately $40 – for $25. To learn more about this offer and others, become a friend of Doughnut Dan on facebook or visit www.krispykremeaz.com. The Broadway store will be Doughnut Dan’s tenth Arizona Krispy Kreme, which includes eight neighborhood and two factory stores. It will be open seven days a week from 5:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. The menu will offer 15 varieties of doughnuts, including Krispy Kreme’s signature Original Glazed doughnut. The store will also offer Krispy Kreme’s Signature Coffee line that features two drip coffees for only $.25 – Rich and Robust Decaf – all made from high-quality coffee beans. The store will also feature $.99 specialty coffee drinks as well as a variety of Shamrock Farms milk.

2009-12-21T18:20:28Z

2009-12-16 14 Krispy Kreme Opens Third Tucson Neighborhood Store Across From Park Mall

2009-12-21T18:23:41Z

PHOENIX (Nov. 2, 2009) — Doughnut Dan delivers more than doughnuts with his new 7,611-square-foot factory-style Krispy Kreme store, set to open Tuesday, Nov. 10 and located just south of 83d Avenue and Bell Road. In addition to being a doughnut lover’s dream complete with a new take on kid’s meals, Krispy Kreme historical signage and a theatre-style viewing of production, he is giving Arizonans the chance to win cash, doughnuts and coffee on opening day. In honor of the store’s made from scratch doughnuts, the first 250 guests in line on opening day will receive a “Doughnut Dan Glazed Ticket” scratch off card for their chance to win prizes including FREE dozens, FREE coffee and doughnut, FREE beverages, etc. One lucky glazed ticket winner will receive a grand prize of $1,000 and a lifetime supply of doughnuts, and one second-place winner will receive $500 and a one-year supply of doughnuts. Promising to be the West Valley’s newest family destination, the store will feature the traditional “Hot Doughnuts Now” sign that will illuminate when the store is making hot, fresh Original Glazed doughnuts as well as several features unique to Arizona at every turn. “I want my customers to enjoy themselves as much as I do at this store,” said Doughnut Dan Brinton, Krispy Kreme Arizona franchisee. “So, from day one, we’re going to make their experience a memorable one.” The fun begins outside where people can watch the processing station in action. From a large sidewalk window, guests will observe doughnuts being filled with jellies and creams and topped with powdered sugars and sprinkles. Once inside the store, a historic timeline of Krispy Kreme road signs and five “Hot Doughnuts Now” signs add to customers’ excitement as they approach the doughnut theatre where they’ll watch doughnuts glide down the production line. Even ordering will be more entertaining with a new kids meal consisting of two doughnuts and a milk served on a souvenir Krispy Kreme Frisbee for just $3.99. Patrons can also order from the first-ever Krispy Kreme milk bar featuring Shamrock Farms milk. The orders will be zip-lined from the cash register to the milk bar where guests can choose a flavored milk or make their own creation using flavor mix-ins. The store will also feature a kid’s area complete with a flat screen TV and Wii sports games. And, because Doughnt Dan wants to continually give back to the community, the store boasts a Krispy Kreme photo booth with 100 percent of its proceeds going to Homeward Bound. “I firmly believe that the neighborhood doughnut shop should support the neighborhood. I’m delivering this on an ongoing basis with the photo booth, and will directly reward neighborhood customers grand opening day with my ‘Doughnut Dan Glazed Ticket’ scratch off instant winner cards,” said Brinton. The new West Valley store’s doughnut-making machine is capable of producing more than 200 dozen made-from-scratch doughnuts an hour. The menu will offer 15 varieties of doughnuts, including Krispy Kreme’s signature Hot Original Glazed doughnut. The store will also offer Krispy Kreme’s Signature Coffee line that features two drip coffees for only $.25 – Rich and Robust Decaf – all made from high-quality coffee beans. What’s more, the store will feature $.99 specialty coffee drinks as well as offering Krispy Kreme Chillers and many varieties of Shamrock Farms milk. The West Valley Krispy Kreme is Brinton’s ninth store (seven in Phoenix and two in Tucson) since his entry into Arizona in May 2008. Including the additional 60 jobs created with West Valley store opening, Brinton has created more than 200 new Arizona jobs. The new West Valley store will be open seven days a week from 5:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. For more information about Krispy Kreme Arizona, people can visit the new www.krispykremeaz.com or call 480-325-6789.

2009-11-03T21:56:42Z

2009-11-02 13 NEW WEST VALLEY KRISPY KREME OPENS WITH DOUGHNUT DAN’S GLAZED TICKET GIVEAWAY

2009-11-07T20:00:16Z

PHOENIX (Oct. 27, 2009) — Krispy Kreme Arizona will be hosting a job fair to fill approximately 60 positions created by the opening of its seventh Valley store located just south of 83rd Avenue and Bell Road. The job fair will take place from noon to 5 p.m., Monday, Nov. 2. This is the first job fair hosted by Krispy Kreme Arizona franchisee Dan Brinton, known fondly as “Doughnut Dan.” The job fair will feature information about the various open positions, which include shift lead, retail, production, precessor, sanitation and greeter opportunities. Positions pay between minimum wage and $12 per hour. It will also provide applicants the opportunity to learn more about the culture at Krispy Kreme Arizona and meet Doughnut Dan. “There’s a lot of talent out there right now, and I felt that talent deserved the opportunity to stand apart in person versus simply submitting applications,” said Dan Brinton, Krispy Kreme Arizona franchisee. Interested individuals should have a current resume and be prepared with a 30-second speech explaining how they embody the Krispy Kreme brand and would contribute to the West Valley store team. Applications will be available to be completed onsite. With a scheduled opening date of Tuesday, Nov. 10, the new West Valley store will feature the traditional “Hot Doughnuts Now” sign. When illuminated, the “Hot Light” announces to customers that the store is making hot, fresh Original Glazed doughnuts. The factory-style store, which will be one of the largest doughnut shops in the nation at more than 7,600 square feet, features a doughnut-making machine capable of producing more than 200 dozen doughnuts an hour – all within sight of customers through the glass viewing area. Additionally, Doughnut Dan has several elements planned to make this store one of a kind. The West Valley store will offer 15 varieties of doughnuts, including Krispy Kreme’s signature Hot Original Glazed doughnut. The store will also offer Krispy Kreme’s Signature Coffee line that features two drip coffees for only $.25 – Rich and Robust Decaf – all made from high-quality coffee beans. What’s more, the store will feature $.99 specialty coffee drinks as well as offering Krispy Kreme Chillers and Shamrock Farms mmmmilk. The West Valley Krispy Kreme is Brinton’s ninth store (seven in Phoenix and two in Tucson) since his entry into Arizona in May 2008. Including the West Valley store opening, Brinton has created more than 200 new Arizona jobs. The new West Valley store will be open seven days a week from 5:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. For more information about Krispy Kreme Arizona, call 480-325-6789 or visit www.krispykremeaz.com.

2009-10-30T21:32:52Z

2009-10-27 8 KRISPY KREME JOB FAIR FOR NEW WEST VALLEY STORE

2009-10-30T21:32:52Z

Krispy Kreme Arizona is helping the San Tan Major All-Star girls softball team in their journey to the Softball World Series by giving the team 500 partnership cards, which the team can sell at $12 each for a $6,000 profit. In addition, Krispy Kreme Arizona is providing a $1,000 cash donation to the team. The Krispy Kreme partnership card is a 10-punch card that entitles the bearer to a FREE dozen Original Glazed Doughnuts with the purchase of any dozen doughnuts. Cards are normally sold to organizations for $6 each to then resell for a profit. The team will be selling the partnership cards at the Mesa Krispy Kreme from 6:30 to 9 a.m., and the cards will be available at Krispy Kreme Mesa for purchase throughout the day. Afterwards, the San Tan Major All-Star girls softball team will sell the cards to family and friends directly. As such, Krispy Kreme has multiple fundraising programs to support community organizations, including selling dozens of doughnuts (pre-orders and third-party distribution), certificates entitling the bearer to $1 off their second dozen doughnuts and the popular 10-punch partnership cards. For more information or to participate in Krispy Kreme fundraising options, call 480-325-6789.

2009-11-03T21:13:38Z

2009-07-30 12 Krispy Kreme Arizona helping the San Tan Major All-Star girls softball team raise $7,000

2009-11-04T23:26:18Z

TUCSON, ARIZ. (June 16, 2008) – On Tuesday, June 23, doughnut lovers in Southern Arizona will rejoice with the return of Krispy Kreme and the Original Glazed ® doughnut! With a new neighborhood store opening in Marana at 8260 N. Cortaro Rd. Suite 112 – just off I10 and Cortaro Rd. (Exit 246) – franchise partner Dan Brinton (A.K.A. Doughnut Dan) will have opened seven Arizona stores in 13 months. “We’re thrilled to be bringing Krispy Kreme to Marana and its surrounding communities,” said Dan Brinton, franchise partner of Krispy Kreme Arizona. “It’s time Southern Arizona gets to enjoy what we call “glazed goodness” as well as our “stimulant” package consisting of $.25 coffee to bail out those in need of an affordable and great tasting cup of coffee.” The opening day celebration at Krispy Kreme will be filled with fun activities and prizes, including the chance for consumers to literally open the store for business. Brinton, who is quickly becoming known as Doughnut Dan because of his widespread community involvement, will give the first two dozen customers in line who are also friends of Doughnut Dan on facebook the chance to dig through a vat of sprinkles in search of the one key that will open the store. The person whose key opens the door will win a one-year supply of Krispy Kreme doughnuts and all key recipients will receive a one-month supply of Krispy Kreme doughnuts and a Doughnut Dan T-shirt. In addition, the first 100 lobby customers who are friends of Doughnut Dan on facebook will each receive a free breakfast for a year card redeemable for a doughnut and 12-oz coffee each day for one year.** Customers must prove their facebook “friend” status using a printout of their facebook page in order to be eligible to participate and win in opening day activities. Embodying Brinton’s innovative neighborhood shop concept, the Marana location will have 15 varieties of doughnuts delivered fresh multiple times throughout the day from the Mesa factory store. The store will also offer Krispy Kreme’s Signature Coffee line that features two drip coffees for only $.25 – Smooth and Robust Decaf – all made from high-quality coffee beans. What’s more, the Marana store will feature $.99 specialty coffee drinks as well as offering Krispy Kreme Chillers and Shamrock Farms mmmmilk. “My factory store and neighborhood shop concept has allowed me to successfully bring back the Original Glazed® to Krispy Kreme fans across Arizona,” said Brinton. “I appreciate all of the support and am excited to join all the Wildcat fans.”

2009-10-28T18:00:23Z

2009-06-16 4 Krispy Kreme Arizona Heads South With A New Neighborhood Store Opening In Marana

2009-10-28T18:00:23Z

PHOENIX (Feb. 24, 2009) – Krispy Kreme Arizona is celebrating the opening of its new Chandler neighborhood store with a special “stimulant” package consisting of $.25 coffee to bail out those in need of an affordable and great tasting cup of coffee to accompany their Krispy Kreme doughnut. Krispy Kreme’s new everyday coffee price will be available at each of its now five Valley locations beginning Feb. 24, 2009. And while all Krispy Kreme patrons are eligible for the stimulant package, the first 1,000 joining Krispy Kreme for the grand opening of its Chandler store at the Fulton Ranch Towne Center (Arizona Avenue and Ocotillo Road) on Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2009, will receive a quarter at the door. “With this new coffee price point and a fifth location, Krispy Kreme Arizona is making it easier and easier for families to enjoy a fun and affordable activity right in their own neighborhood,” said Dan Brinton – better known as Doughnut Dan, Krispy Kreme Arizona franchisee.

2009-10-28T17:57:52Z

2009-02-24 3 KRISPY KREME BAILS OUT COFFEE DRINKERS WITH $.25 CUP OF COFFEE

2009-10-28T17:57:52Z

2009-10-29T19:12:49Z

2009-01-07 6 Mesa is boring?

2009-10-30T14:16:00Z

MESA, ARIZ. (July 16, 2008)—Krispy Kreme Mesa is inviting Arizona to “Fill The Family Tank” on Thursday, July 24, National Drive-Thru Day. All day long, Arizona families can buy a dozen hot glazed or variety doughnuts for less than the price of a gallon of gas! Additionally, the first 100 drive-thru customers will receive a $5 gas card with their order. “We drive too and wanted to do something to help offset the high fuel prices effect on our daily lives. Our National Drive-Thru Day celebration provides people with an expected savings of at least $3, leaving enough left over to help fill the car’s tank too,” said Dan Brinton, franchise partner of Krispy Kreme Mesa. The Fill The Family Tank offer is good for a dozen original hot glazed doughnuts or a dozen variety doughnuts for drive-thru or in-store purchase. And, there is NO LIMIT to how many dozen an individual can purchase at the “Fill The Family Tank” rate. The price for a dozen doughnuts will be set for less than the average cost of a gallon of gas according to AAA’s posted daily average on July 24, posted at http://www.fuelgaugereport.com/sbsavg.asp. For more information about Krispy Kreme’s National Drive-Thru Day Celebration, call 480-325-6789.

2009-11-03T21:11:24Z

2008-07-16 11 Krispy Kreme celebrates National Drive-Thru Day by inviting Arizona to “Fill The Family Tank”

2009-11-03T21:11:24Z

Krispy Kreme Mesa is inviting the community to a special dozen doughnut giveaway from 4 to 7 p.m. June 5 to benefit Save the Family – the Valley’s family crisis center providing homes, rebuilding families and supporting self-sufficiency. Donations collected during “Raise the Dough” will be in addition to the initial $12,000 already earned for Save the Family during Krispy Kreme’s Grand Opening week, when 10 percent of every dozen sold went to the organization.

2009-11-03T21:10:16Z

2008-06-05 10 Krispy Kreme invites community to help “Raise the Dough”

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2009-10-30T14:15:20Z

2008-05-26 7 Save the Family became the recipient of the Grand Opening festivities of Krispy Kreme Mesa

2009-11-04T23:25:53Z

MESA, ARIZ. (May 7, 2008)—Krispy Kreme will be including Save the Family – the Valley’s family crisis center providing homes, rebuilding families and supporting self-sufficiency – in their grand opening events by donating 10 percent of each dozen doughnuts sold from May 13 through May 19, 2008. “Save the Family is a wonderful organization and I am proud to partner with them for our grand opening and beyond,” said Dan Brinton, Mesa Krispy Kreme franchise partner. “Our grand opening week is the perfect time to partner with a charitable organization because with the excitement we’ve already experienced about our opening, we should be able to bring in a large donation for Save the Family.” Save the Family provides transitional housing and case management services to more than 300 families a year. With 160 housing units serving homeless families with children throughout the Valley, Save the Family is changing the face of homelessness one family at a time. Through programs like Career Development, Legal Assistance and domestic violence and parenting classes, clients in Save the Family’s program learn to become both economically and emotionally self-sufficient. “We’re thrilled to be Krispy Kreme’s Grand Opening partner,” said Janice Parker, founding executive director for Save the Family. “Together we are supporting Save The Family’s goal of changing the face of homelessness one child at a time.” This donation demonstrates Krispy Kreme’s commitment to not simply operating within, but contributing to strong communities. In addition to the initial donation, Krispy Kreme offers several ongoing community fundraising opportunities tied to its family-favorite doughnuts and looks forward to continuing its relationship with Save the Family.

2009-11-03T21:07:45Z

2008-05-07 9 Krispy Kreme Will Donate To Families In Need During Grand Opening

2009-11-03T21:07:45Z

MESA, ARIZ. (April 21, 2008) – Krispy Kreme Doughnuts, Inc. (NYSE: KKD) will open its doors in Mesa at 6626 E. Superstition Springs Blvd. – just south of Hwy 60 – on Tuesday, May 13, at 5:30 a.m. when it officially turns on its Hot Doughnuts Now sign. “We’re confident that there’s one place where a rising temperature is going to be welcomed and that’s in Mesa where our hot glazed doughnuts will first return to the Arizona market,” said Dan Brinton, Mesa Krispy Kreme franchise partner. “I am a believer in Krispy Kreme because it’s a quality product and an iconic brand. I’m personally committed to maintaining quality standards, being involved in the community and bringing the Hot doughnut experience to all Phoenicians. It may take some time, but Krispy Kreme will become the neighborhood doughnut destination.” The Mesa store will be open seven days a week. Lobby and drive-thru service will be available Sunday through Thursday, 5:30 a.m. until 11 p.m., and on Friday and Saturday, 5:30 a.m. until midnight. The store will feature the traditional “Hot Doughnuts Now” sign. When illuminated, the “Hot Light” announces to customers that the store is making hot, fresh Original Glazed doughnuts. Other features include convenient drive-thru service, spacious customer seating and a glass viewing area so customers can watch the doughnuts being made. The Mesa store will offer 15 varieties of doughnuts, including Krispy Kreme’s signature Hot Original Glazed doughnut. The store also will offer Krispy Kreme’s Signature Coffee line that features two drip coffees – Smooth and Robust Decaf – all made from high-quality coffee beans roasted by Krispy Kreme’s own Roastmaster to exact specifications. The Mesa store will also offer Krispy Kreme Chillers as well as Shamrock Farms milk and flavor shot options such as “Original Kreme,” cinnamon, caramel and more.

2009-09-28T22:44:27Z

2008-04-21 2 Krispy Kreme Reopens & Brings "The Glazy Days of Summer" to Mesa

2009-10-28T17:29:50Z