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250-plus unit coffee franchise&nbsp;<a href="https://www.biggbyfranchising.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=biggby-coffee-announces-west-michigan-elite-hockey-club-sponsorship-to-support-local-youth-hockey-organizations-2715787" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">BIGGBY® COFFEE</a>, backed by its mission to help franchisees, employees, customers and communities build a life they love,&nbsp;has announced it will sponsor local AAA hockey team&nbsp;<a href="http://meijeraaahockey.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=biggby-coffee-announces-west-michigan-elite-hockey-club-sponsorship-to-support-local-youth-hockey-organizations-2715787" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">West Michigan Elite Hockey Club</a> (WMEHC) to go along with house league hockey programs in the state of Michigan in an effort to provide kids in the community with skills that will last a lifetime. For the past 6 years, the team was sponsored by Meijer Inc. and successfully moved dozens of players to college hockey and junior hockey teams. Now, plans are in the works to rename the hockey club “BIGGBY® COFFEE AAA Hockey.” This new partnership is expanding BIGGBY’s involvement in local hockey clubs — the brand already sponsors one of the largest youth hockey associations in Michigan, the <a href="https://www.kvhockey.org/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=biggby-coffee-announces-west-michigan-elite-hockey-club-sponsorship-to-support-local-youth-hockey-organizations-2715787" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Kensington Valley Hockey Association</a> (KVHA).The new sponsorship with WMEHC, led by BIGGBY co-founder and co-CEO <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-biggby/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=biggby-coffee-announces-west-michigan-elite-hockey-club-sponsorship-to-support-local-youth-hockey-organizations-2715787" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Mike McFall</a>, will support the organization’s Tier 1 hockey club, which includes teams from squirt major to midget major, as well as a mini mite program for kids ages eight and under. Ultimately, the goal is to work with WMEHC and house league hockey programs around the state of Michigan, which includes Learn to Play, Mini Mites and Mites, in an effort to get as many young kids involved in the sport as possible. BIGGBY® COFFEE AAA Hockey will have boys and girls teams from 10U up to 19U."I'd like to congratulate Mike and the BIGGBY team on their&nbsp;Tier 1 sponsorship with West Michigan Elite Hockey,” said John Popma, President of KVHA.&nbsp;“I've had the pleasure of working with BIGGBY Hockey for several years through our ‘Grow the Game’ and ‘Where Hockey Begins’ initiatives at Kensington Valley Hockey Association.&nbsp;Beginning&nbsp;with a few talks on shared visions of youth hockey, our partnership&nbsp;has grown to include&nbsp;our Learn to Play, Mite/Mini-Mite programs and several jamborees. I look forward to continuing our relationship at these younger age groups to continue to grow this great game.&nbsp;Hopefully, our ground work will help build a deep pool of candidates down the road for these Tier 1 teams and beyond."While the sponsorship is new, the idea to give back to the local community through athletics has been in motion for a long time. <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-berry-76334a25/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=biggby-coffee-announces-west-michigan-elite-hockey-club-sponsorship-to-support-local-youth-hockey-organizations-2715787" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Tom Berry</a>, director of hockey operations for WMEHC, which caters to elite young hockey players, first met McFall 35 years ago, when he owned a chain of convenience stores. McFall, a college student at the time, asked Berry to sponsor his hockey team. Fast forward to today, and things have come full circle.“I didn't care about anything else on the planet except for hockey until I was a high schooler,” McFall recalls. “I played hockey in my driveway from dawn until dusk grinding many hockey sticks to a nub. That's the passion and commitment we want to instill in these kids.”BIGGBY and McFall already have a proven track record when it comes to growing youth hockey programs. Through their work with KVHA, they’ve grown one house league hockey mini mite program in Brighton from 60 kids to over 175. Through this new partnership with WMEHC, BIGGBY® COFFEE’s goal is to launch up to five more programs by the end of 2021 and expand from there.It’s not about grooming professional hockey players, says Berry. “There’s an incredibly small chance that any of these kids will make it to the NHL,” he says. “But for a lot of people, hockey is a lifelong love. It’s one of those sports you can play for the rest of your life. We want to get back to the grassroots of what hockey is, and what it was like when we grew up.”That philosophy aligns well with BIGGBY’s culture and purpose — to help all those it comes in contact with to build better, happier, more joyful lives.Founded in 1995 in East Lansing, the fast-growing community coffee shop franchise with a “commitment to genuine care” prides itself as a welcoming alternative to the cold, impersonal atmosphere associated with large corporate chains.&nbsp;&nbsp;For BIGGBY franchisee&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kipmiller/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=biggby-coffee-announces-west-michigan-elite-hockey-club-sponsorship-to-support-local-youth-hockey-organizations-2715787" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Kip Miller</a>, who is also a former NHL player and&nbsp;WMEHC coach, the sponsorship program is a great opportunity to give back to the community he now serves.&nbsp;“We’re hoping to build a nice program for kids who want to learn hockey,” Miller says. “If they’re good enough to go on, they will. If not, they learn the values that hockey teaches. They’re learning how to play a game that’s fun, they’re keeping active and they’re learning a lot of good life lessons.”About BIGGBY® COFFEEBIGGBY® COFFEE, based in East Lansing, Mich., was started with a single store on March 15, 1995. One year later, and on the cusp of opening a second location, Bob Fish and Michael McFall, on a handshake and $4,000, decided to franchise the concept. BIGGBY® COFFEE’s cultural values of Make Friends, Have Fun, B Yourself and Share Great Coffee help coffee-lovers and the coffee-curious alike benefit from a less pretentious and fun approach to the standard gourmet cafe paradigm. Besides connoisseur-worthy drinks with names like Teddy Bear® and Caramel Marvel®, BIGGBY® baristas provide a unique experience focused on brightening their customers’ day and supporting them in building a life they love. The “Big ‘B’” on the orange background caught on, and today BIGGBY® COFFEE has more than 240 cafes across many states including Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, South Carolina, Wisconsin, Kentucky, and Florida. In 2018, BIGGBY® launched an Area Representative Program and currently has 8 Area Representatives in 6 states.

BIGGBY® COFFEE Announces West Michigan Elite Hockey Club Sponsorship to Support Local Youth Hockey Organizations

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In an effort to give back to the local community, the rapidly growing 250-plus unit coffee franchise is supporting the house league hockey program (Learn to Play, Mini Mites and Mites) to instill a love of athletics and teach commitment and teamwork to children.

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EAST LANSING, Mich. —&nbsp;<a href="https://www.biggbyfranchising.com/">BIGGBY® COFFEE</a>, the 460-plus-unit high-energy coffee franchise, is kicking off 2026 with seasonal menu favorites, festive Valentine’s offerings, value-driven bundles and a limited-time TWIX® collaboration paired with a spotlight on its hot chocolate lineup. The seasonal menu runs Jan. 2 through Feb. 25, 2026.&nbsp;This winter, BIGGBY® COFFEE is featuring three distinct seasonal beverage categories designed to bring comfort, creativity and a little extra sweetness to the colder months.First, fan-favorite Salted Caramel beverages return with a new twist, featuring&nbsp;TWIX®-inspired flavors topped with a&nbsp;TWIX® candy crumble.In addition, BIGGBY® COFFEE is spotlighting its lineup of rich, comforting hot chocolate beverages, offering both classic and seasonal flavors perfect for snowy winter days.And for Valentine’s Day, BIGGBY® COFFEE is serving up festive, sweet treats, including Red Velvet beverages, the Sweetheart BIGGBY Blast® energy drink and the Berry Chocolatey Creme Freeze.Featured Valentine’s beverages include:<ul><li>Red Velvet Latte (hot, iced, frozen) and Sweet Foam Red Velvet Cold Brew</li><li>Sweetheart BIGGBY Blast® Energy Drink (strawberry and dragon fruit topped with sweet foam)</li><li>Berry Chocolatey Creme Freeze (white chocolate, mocha, strawberries, mini chocolate chips)</li></ul>Featured TWIX® beverages, inspired by Salted Caramel TWIX®,&nbsp; include:<ul><li>Salted Caramel Latte and the Salted Mocha Caramel Latte topped with TWIX® (hot, iced, frozen)</li><li>Sweet Foam Salted Mocha Caramel Cold Brew topped with TWIX®</li><li>The TWIX® Fix Creme Freeze</li><li>Hot Chocolate, Cocoa Carmella, Salted Cocoa Carmella with TWIX® topping, Mint Hot Chocolate, White Hot Chocolate</li></ul>Seasonal food items also return, including the fan-favorite Sausage Cheddar Biscuit with honey and Chocolate Cake Pops.&nbsp;Guests can also enjoy seasonal promotions:<ul><li>Twice As Nice Tuesday: Double loyalty points every Tuesday on specialty beverage purchases for registered members.</li><li>National Hot Chocolate Day (Saturday, Jan. 31):&nbsp;Free 16 oz. hot chocolate with any specialty beverage purchase.</li><li>Don’t Fumble Your Monday (Monday, Feb. 9): Power through the Monday after the Big Game with a $2.99 hot or iced 16oz specialty drink.</li><li>Valentine’s Day (Saturday, Feb. 14):&nbsp;Buy one, get one free on any drink, any size.</li></ul>From the TWIX®-inspired Salted Caramel beverages and rich hot chocolate options to Red Velvet, Sweetheart BIGGBY Blast® and other adorable Valentine’s Day-inspired treats, BIGGBY® COFFEE delivers a variety of offerings to help guests celebrate winter, indulge for Valentine’s and start a caffeinated 2026.To find a BIGGBY® COFFEE location near you, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.biggby.com">www.BIGGBY.com</a>.About the BIGGBY® COFFEE FranchiseBIGGBY® COFFEE, headquartered in East Lansing, Michigan, is a national coffee franchise with over 460 locations across 13 states. Since opening its first store in 1995, BIGGBY® has remained 100% franchise-owned and operates under a fully franchised business model designed to help local entrepreneurs grow successful, community-minded businesses.The company is guided by a people-first philosophy and a commitment to values-aligned growth — supporting franchise owners and baristas, creating positive experiences for guests, and partnering with coffee producers who treat people well, respect the environment, and invest in their communities.In 2024, BIGGBY® introduced a refined visual identity anchored by the tagline BIGGBY® Makes it Better, reinforcing the brand’s dedication to consistent quality, human connection and uplifting everyday interactions.For more information on BIGGBY® COFFEE or franchise opportunities, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.biggby.com">www.biggby.com</a>.To learn more about franchising with BIGGBY® COFFEE, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.biggbyfranchising.com/">https://www.biggbyfranchising.com/</a>.

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EAST LANSING, Mich. —&nbsp;<a href="https://www.biggbyfranchising.com/">BIGGBY® COFFEE</a>, the 460-plus-unit high-energy coffee franchise, is kicking off 2026 with a limited-time partnership bringing together two fan favorites. From Jan. 2 through Feb. 25,&nbsp;<a href="https://1851franchise.com/biggbycoffee/info">BIGGBY®</a> will feature a salted caramel beverage lineup inspired by TWIX®, with all salted caramel drinks topped with a TWIX® cookie &amp; candy crumble.The seasonal return of salted caramel gets a new twist this winter, blending the rich, sweet-and-salty flavor profile inspired by Salted Caramel TWIX® into a variety of hot, iced and frozen beverages, delivering a dessert-inspired experience in a perfectly sippable format.Featured salted caramel beverages available include:<ul><li>Salted Caramel Latte with TWIX® topping</li><li>Salted Mocha Caramel Latte with TWIX® topping</li><li>Sweet Foam Salted Caramel Cold Brew with TWIX® topping</li><li>Sweet Foam Salted Mocha Caramel Cold Brew with TWIX® topping</li><li>Salted Cocoa Carmella with TWIX® topping</li><li>TWIX® Fix Creme Freeze</li></ul>In addition to the TWIX® collaboration, BIGGBY® is placing a strong seasonal focus on its hot chocolate lineup throughout early 2026 and found a way for TWIX® to be included, too. A delicious warm-up option for kids, teens and non-coffee drinkers alike, BIGGBY® Hot Chocolate is a comforting winter choice.&nbsp;Featured hot chocolate beverages available include:<ul><li>Hot Chocolate</li><li>Cocoa Carmella Hot Chocolate</li><li>Salted Cocoa Carmella Hot Chocolate with TWIX® topping</li><li>Mint Hot Chocolate</li><li>White Hot Chocolate</li></ul>BIGGBY® will also celebrate National Hot Chocolate Day with a limited-time promotion that will unite coffee drinkers and their non-caffeinated companions. On Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026, guests can enjoy a free 16 oz. Hot Chocolate with the purchase of any specialty beverage (offer valid on a 10 oz. as well).With the return of Salted Caramel flavors, a TWIX®-inspired topping and a renewed emphasis on Hot Chocolate, BIGGBY® COFFEE is offering guests more ways to sip a cold season staple and enjoy the winter season one cup at a time.To find a BIGGBY® COFFEE location near you, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.biggby.com">www.BIGGBY.com</a>.© 2026 Mars or AffiliatesAbout the BIGGBY® COFFEE FranchiseBIGGBY® COFFEE, headquartered in East Lansing, Michigan, is a national coffee franchise with over 460 locations across 13 states. Since opening its first store in 1995, BIGGBY® has remained 100% franchise-owned and operates under a fully franchised business model designed to help local entrepreneurs grow successful, community-minded businesses.The company is guided by a people-first philosophy and a commitment to values-aligned growth — supporting franchise owners and baristas, creating positive experiences for guests, and partnering with coffee producers who treat people well, respect the environment, and invest in their communities.In 2024, BIGGBY® introduced a refined visual identity anchored by the tagline BIGGBY® Makes it Better, reinforcing the brand’s dedication to consistent quality, human connection and uplifting everyday interactions.For more information on BIGGBY® COFFEE or franchise opportunities, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.biggby.com">www.biggby.com</a>.To learn more about franchising with BIGGBY® COFFEE, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.biggbyfranchising.com/">https://www.biggbyfranchising.com/</a>.

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EAST LANSING, Mich. —&nbsp;<a href="https://www.biggbyfranchising.com/">BIGGBY® COFFEE</a>, the high-energy coffee franchise with over 460 locations nationwide, is proud to announce its inclusion in&nbsp;<a href="https://www.entrepreneur.com/franchise500">Entrepreneur’s prestigious Franchise 500® list</a> for 2026.&nbsp;<a href="https://1851franchise.com/biggbycoffee/info">BIGGBY® COFFEE</a> ranked at No. 201, up 11 spots from 2025. While the recognition highlights the continued growth of BIGGBY® COFFEE as a business, it also validates the strength of the brand’s people-first, values-aligned model.“The Franchise 500 is a recognition of the strength and innovation of the best franchises in the world,” said&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikejmcfall/">Michael McFall</a>, CEO of BIGGBY® COFFEE. “We’re honored to be included, and this is a clear confirmation of our thesis: that love-driven, people-first practices serve to make businesses stronger and more successful.”Now in its 47th year, Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 is the world’s first and most comprehensive franchise ranking. Franchises are evaluated on key factors such as unit growth, financial strength and stability, brand power and operational support, with each franchise receiving a cumulative score based on analysis of more than 150 data points. Entrepreneur ranks the top 500 franchises in order of their overall score, providing prospective franchisees with a trusted resource for evaluating franchise opportunities.The brand’s rise in the rankings is supported by its continued growth and evolution throughout 2025. Much of this momentum reflects BIGGBY® COFFEE’s recent brand refresh, anchored by the tagline BIGGBY® Makes it Better, which reinforces the company’s focus on consistent quality, human connection and creating uplifting, everyday experiences for guests and franchise owners alike.In addition to its continued growth, BIGGBY® COFFEE remains focused on building a values-aligned franchise system that supports franchise owners, team members and the communities they serve, reinforcing a people-first approach to long-term success.To view BIGGBY® COFFEE’s full profile on Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500, visit:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.entrepreneur.com/franchises/directory/biggby-coffee/299698">https://www.entrepreneur.com/franchises/directory/biggby-coffee/299698</a>. Results are also featured in the January/February 2026 issue of Entrepreneur, available on newsstands.About The BIGGBY® COFFEE FranchiseBIGGBY® COFFEE, headquartered in East Lansing, Michigan, is a national coffee franchise with over 460 locations across 13 states. Since opening its first store in 1995, BIGGBY® has remained 100% franchise-owned and operates under a fully franchised business model designed to help local entrepreneurs grow successful, community-minded businesses.The company is guided by a people-first philosophy and a commitment to values-aligned growth — supporting franchise owners and baristas, creating positive experiences for guests and partnering with coffee producers who treat people well, respect the environment and invest in their communities.In 2024, BIGGBY® introduced a refined visual identity anchored by the tagline BIGGBY® Makes it Better, reinforcing the brand’s dedication to consistent quality, human connection and uplifting everyday interactions.For more information on BIGGBY® COFFEE or franchise opportunities, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.biggby.com">www.biggby.com</a>.&nbsp;

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