1851

From 2008-2009 many people in the U.S. felt the impact of the recession, but few industries were hit as hard as the automotive industry. <a href="https://franchising.hungryhowies.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=crains-detroit-business-even-pizza-business-slowed-down-during-recession-2706290" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Hungry Howie&#39;s Pizza &amp; Subs Inc.</a>&nbsp;was one of the many small businesses that suffered&nbsp;because of their dependence&nbsp;on the success of these automotive suppliers.&nbsp;&quot;I think America was paralyzed because of all the categories in the industry that were affected, and we didn&#39;t experience that increase in sales,&quot; Steve Jackson, president and CEO of Hungry Howie&#39;s, said. &quot;Business was challenged.&quot;

A recent <a href="http://www.crainsdetroit.com/article/20180415/news/658186/even-pizza-business-slowed-down-during-recession?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=crains-detroit-business-even-pizza-business-slowed-down-during-recession-2706290" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Crain&#39;s Detroit Business article</a>&nbsp;detailed how Hungry Howie&#39;s was able to come out on top after experiencing flat sales throughout the entire recession. The brand was able to find success&nbsp;due to Jackson&#39;s decision to enhance the in-store experience, invest&nbsp;in technology and focus&nbsp;on driving customers in-store&nbsp;by hiring&nbsp;a new advertising agency.&nbsp;

After refocusing and deciding&nbsp;to invest internally, even in such trying times, Hungry Howie&#39;s&nbsp;slowly started to reap the benefits.&nbsp;Hungry Howie&#39;s&nbsp;is now signing more franchisees than ever before and has increased sales by 60 percent since 2010.&nbsp;

<a href="http://www.crainsdetroit.com/article/20180415/news/658186/even-pizza-business-slowed-down-during-recession?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=crains-detroit-business-even-pizza-business-slowed-down-during-recession-2706290" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> for the full story.&nbsp;

Photo courtesy of <a href="https://www.facebook.com/hungryhowies/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=crains-detroit-business-even-pizza-business-slowed-down-during-recession-2706290" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Hungry&nbsp;Howie&#39;s&nbsp;Facebook page</a>.&nbsp;

Crain's Detroit Business: Even pizza business slowed down during recession

1851 Franchise

The pizza franchise focused on investing in the brand in order to set it up for future success. 

crains-detroit-business-even-pizza-business-slowed-down-during-recession

Lawn Doctor

Happinest-Lawn-Doctor-Franchisee-Ralph-Valle-Profile-Jacksonville-FL-June-2025

From Near-Quit to 7 Figures: Success With Lawn Doctor in Jacksonville, Florida

lawn-doctor-franchise-success-jacksonville

Atomic Wings

Atomic Wings Debuts in Metro East With Fairview Heights Grand Opening

atomic-wings-debuts-in-metro-east-with-fairview-heights-grand-opening

Pet Wants

Pet Wants Shares Expert Tips on Cleaning Pet Gear Safely in the Dishwasher

pet-wants-shares-expert-tips-on-cleaning-pet-gear-safely-in-the-dishwasher

Griswold

Griswold in Andover, Minnesota, Connects Students and Seniors Through Pen Pal Program

griswold-in-andover-minnesota-connects-students-and-seniors-through-pen-pal-program

HomeTeam Inspection Service

Photo of HomeTeam Inspection Service franchisee Max Moarefdoust

Corporate Employee Turned Owner Illustrates the Power of the HomeTeam Model

max-moarefdoust-hometeam-success

Buying a Franchise Masterclass

 Franchise Opportunities

Get Support Buying a Franchise

How to Buy a Franchise White Paper

How to Buy a Franchise

How to Sell Franchises

How to Grow a Franchise

Find a Franchise Supplier

1851 Franchise Opportunities

Franchisor News

Franchisor Power Rankings

FranCamp Mastermind Summit

Franchise Development Website Builder

Franchise Resources

What ALEC-Laffer's Report Means for Franchising

Website Awards

Power Rankings

About 1851

Advertise on 1851

Contact 1851 Editorial

Terms of Use

1851 Login

GROWTH CLUB LOGIN

facebook

instagram

twitter

linkedin

youtube

Chick-fil-A Tops Customer Satisfaction Rankings for 11th Year as Challenger Brands Gain Ground

chick-fil-a-tops-customer-satisfaction-rankings-for-11th-year-as-challenger-brands-gain-ground

Technomic Releases Annual Ranking of the Top 15 Fast-Food Chains in the U.S.

technomic-releases-annual-ranking-of-the-top-15-fast-food-chains-in-the-us

Rising Jobless Claims Could Signal Challenges — and Opportunities — for Franchising

rising-jobless-claims-affect-franchising

Hardee’s Lawsuit Highlights the Risk of Going Off-Model in Franchising

hardees-franchise-lawsuit-paradigm-investment-group

Hooters Leans Into Franchising With Closure of 30 Company-Owned Stores - Agg - 1851 Franchise

Hooters Leans Into Franchising With Closure of 30 Company-Owned Stores

hooters-franchise-model-company-owned-closures

The Ultimate Guide to Selling Franchises: How To Create a Strong Incentive

how-to-build-strong-incentives-to-attract-prospective-franchisees

How Vishal Juneja Turned a Family Tradition Into a Paris Baguette Franchise

How Vishal Juneja Turned a Family Tradition Into a Paris Baguette Franchise Built on Heart and Community

Crain's Detroit Business: Even pizza business slowed down during recession

MORE STORIES LIKE THIS