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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;—&nbsp;<a href="https://www.biggbyfranchising.com/">BIGGBY® COFFEE</a>, the high-energy coffee franchise with more than 460 locations, is continuing to invest in what matters most — its people — with the announcement that it has joined the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ana.net/">Association of National Advertisers (ANA)</a>.&nbsp;Guided by a people-first philosophy and a commitment to values-aligned growth, BIGGBY® COFFEE will leverage ANA’s industry-leading training, research, and peer-to-peer communities to accelerate innovation across brand, digital &amp; social, AI, media, loyalty, and pricing strategy, which are key priorities for the brand as it continues to scale nationally while staying deeply rooted in local communities.In recent years, BIGGBY® has kept evolving how it shows up, including a refreshed look and the message “BIGGBY® Makes it Better.” That work has come from what the brand has always believed in: real connection, consistent quality and making everyday moments a little brighter. Through ANA, the team will continue to grow those efforts, learning new ways to improve while being true to who they are.“At BIGGBY® COFFEE, everything starts with people: our team members, our franchise owners and the communities we serve,” said&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ritabettino05/">Rita Bettino,&nbsp;</a>Chief Marketing Officer. “When we invest in our people, we’re investing in better ideas, better experiences and ultimately a better brand. Joining ANA gives our team the chance to keep learning, growing and bringing fresh thinking back into our shops, so we can show up stronger for our franchisees and create even more meaningful moments for our guests.”As BIGGBY® continues to expand across the country, it remains focused on building strong local businesses, supporting franchise owners and creating spaces where people feel welcomed and valued.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>.About the ANAThe Association of National Advertisers (ANA) is the definitive voice of the marketing industry. Since 1910, we have set and advanced the agenda for marketing transformation, connecting over 1,600 member companies to an influential global network, insights and resources that drive growth. Our members represent 20,000 brands and $400 billion in annual marketing investment. Through industry-leading research, the CMO Growth Council, and our proprietary Growth Agenda and Practices, the ANA empowers marketers to shape the future of marketing and create lasting impact for their organizations and the industry.

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BIGGBY® COFFEE Joins Association of National Advertisers to Accelerate People-First Growth, Digital Innovation, and Brand Excellence

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BIGGBY® COFFEE Launches Limited-Time Cherry Sakura Red Bull® Lineup for Spring Energy Boost

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Luck Is Brewing: BIGGBY® COFFEE Brings Back Fan-Favorite Irish Cream Lineup for St. Patrick’s Day

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EAST LANSING, Mich. —&nbsp;<a href="https://biggby.com/menu/">BIGGBY® COFFEE</a>, the 460-plus-unit high-energy coffee franchise, is turning up the fun this spring with its first-ever family film collaboration featuring “The Sheep Detectives,” an upcoming movie from Amazon MGM Studios, to create a playful, feel-good experience for guests of all ages.With “The Sheep Detectives” arriving in theaters on May 8, BIGGBY® is giving families a fun way to start the adventure early, bringing the story to life through a limited-time lineup of themed drinks, in-store surprises and social moments designed to make every visit feel a little more magical. Special drinks include: Detective Lily Lemonade, Fainting Sheep Latte, Woolly White Magic Milk and more.In this witty, new breed of mystery, George (Hugh Jackman) is a shepherd who reads detective novels to his beloved sheep every night, assuming they can’t possibly understand. But when a mysterious incident disrupts life on the farm, the sheep realize they must become the detectives. As they follow the clues and investigate human suspects, they prove that even sheep can be brilliant crime-solvers.BIGGBY® is leaning into what it does best: creating small, meaningful moments of joy. From curious kids to coffee-loving parents, this collaboration is all about giving families a reason to press pause on their day and enjoy something together.Whether it’s trying a new drink, spotting themed touches in-store or turning a quick stop into a mini adventure, BIGGBY® is making everyday moments feel a bit more memorable.The collaboration also offers a sneak peek at what’s ahead for the brand, with a refreshed Kids Menu launching this summer, giving even the youngest guests more reasons to love their BIGGBY® runs.Just in time for Mother’s Day weekend, the timing couldn’t be better. It’s the perfect excuse for families to swing by after a movie, meet up for a weekend treat or celebrate mom with something a little more fun than the usual coffee run.“At BIGGBY®, we’re always looking for ways to make someone’s day just a little brighter, and this collaboration is a perfect example of that,” said&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ritabettino05/">Rita Bettino</a>, BIGGBY COFFEE® CMO. “With the movie hitting theaters May 8, we love that families can get a little preview of the fun when they visit BIGGBY®. It’s all about creating those small, happy moments.”The Sheep Detectives opens Mother’s Day, May 8, in theaters everywhere! Rated PG.To find a BIGGBY® COFFEE location near you, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.biggby.com">www.biggby.com</a>.&nbsp;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>.

BIGGBY® COFFEE Teams Up with “The Sheep Detectives"

The high-energy coffee franchise teams up with the family-friendly movie to bring themed drinks and in-store moments designed for both kids and parents.

BIGGBY® COFFEE Teams Up with “The Sheep Detectives” for a Springtime Adventure Full of Fun (and Flavor)

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

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