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Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Ohio Teacher Wins $10K Summer Getaway and Other Prizes in Tropical Smoothie Cafe® Sunshine for Teachers Contest; 19 Other Teachers and Their Schools Also Prize Winners
Danny Kloosterman from Greeneview High School in Jamestown, Ohio is the grand prize winner. Mr. Kloosterman and 19 first prize winners celebrated with their schools last week during schoolwide smoothie parties hosted by Tropical Smoothie Cafe. ATLANTA, May 22, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Last week, students and teachers in 20 schools across 13 states were treated to a smoothie party hosted by Tropical Smoothie Cafe® in the Sunshine for Teachers contest. Over $100,000 in cash and prizes were awarded to these worthy teachers and their schools. As the grand prize winner, Danny Kloosterman from Greeneview High School in Jamestown, Ohio won a summer getaway worth up to $10,000 and free smoothies for a year. All first-place winners received a $1,000 cash award and free smoothies for a year. All 20 schools received a donation of $1,000 per school. "Congratulations to Mr. Kloosterman for winning the grand prize in the Sunshine for Teachers contest," said Deborah von Kutzleben, Chief Marketing Officer at Tropical Smoothie Cafe, LLC. "We hope he enjoys his well-deserved summer getaway. On behalf of the Tropical Smoothie Cafe franchisees, we thank every family member and friend who nominated a teacher for this year's program. Reading their stories and celebrating with the teachers at their schools was a highlight for all of us!" Over 11,000 nominations were submitted nationwide. From those entries, 20 finalists were announced on April 28, which was the opening day for the public voting phase to select the grand prize winner. The individuals who nominated the grand prize and first place winners will receive free smoothies for a year. The Sunshine for Teachers contest presented by Tropical Smoothie Cafe, was executed in collaboration with Campus Multimedia, a school communication and marketing company that administers such programs on behalf of national brands. "Campus Multimedia has been honored to work with Tropical Smoothie Cafe on the Sunshine for Teachers contest," said Karl Mawhinney, CEO and Founder of Campus Multimedia. "Our teachers deserve our respect and recognition and it has been especially gratifying to see so many worthy entrants in the contest." All prizes are subject to the terms and conditions described in the Official Rules. About Tropical Smoothie Cafe® Tropical Smoothie Cafe is a national fast-casual restaurant brand built on a mission to Inspire Better®, a commitment that starts with our better-for-you food and smoothies and extends to inspiring better in the communities we serve. Born on a beach in 1997, today Tropical Smoothie Cafe has more than 1,500 locations in 44 states. For the fourth year in a row, the brand was ranked #1 in the Smoothie/Juice Category by Entrepreneur Franchisee 500. For 12 consecutive years, the brand has received the Franchise Times Fast and Serious award, and in 2024 the brand's FUND Score was 905, one of the top scores for franchise concepts analyzed by FRANdata. About Campus Multimedia Campus Multimedia is the nation's leader in brand activation for K-12 schools. By connecting our network of over 84,000 schools with aligned brands, we provide resources, recognition, and revenue to strengthen school communities. Our turnkey programs empower schools while helping brands create authentic local connections that drive engagement and lifelong loyalty. Learn more at Connect with CM on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. View source version on Contacts Media Contact:Jennifer Harrison for Campus Multimedia jennifer@ +1 916-716-0636 Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Business Wire
22-05-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Ohio Teacher Wins $10K Summer Getaway and Other Prizes in Tropical Smoothie Cafe
ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Last week, students and teachers in 20 schools across 13 states were treated to a smoothie party hosted by Tropical Smoothie Cafe ® in the Sunshine for Teachers contest. Over $100,000 in cash and prizes were awarded to these worthy teachers and their schools. As the grand prize winner, Danny Kloosterman from Greeneview High School in Jamestown, Ohio won a summer getaway worth up to $10,000 and free smoothies for a year. All first-place winners received a $1,000 cash award and free smoothies for a year. All 20 schools received a donation of $1,000 per school. 'Congratulations to Mr. Kloosterman for winning the grand prize in the Sunshine for Teachers contest,' said Deborah von Kutzleben, Chief Marketing Officer at Tropical Smoothie Cafe, LLC. 'We hope he enjoys his well-deserved summer getaway. On behalf of the Tropical Smoothie Cafe franchisees, we thank every family member and friend who nominated a teacher for this year's program. Reading their stories and celebrating with the teachers at their schools was a highlight for all of us!' Over 11,000 nominations were submitted nationwide. From those entries, 20 finalists were announced on April 28, which was the opening day for the public voting phase to select the grand prize winner. The individuals who nominated the grand prize and first place winners will receive free smoothies for a year. The Sunshine for Teachers contest presented by Tropical Smoothie Cafe, was executed in collaboration with Campus Multimedia, a school communication and marketing company that administers such programs on behalf of national brands. 'Campus Multimedia has been honored to work with Tropical Smoothie Cafe on the Sunshine for Teachers contest,' said Karl Mawhinney, CEO and Founder of Campus Multimedia. 'Our teachers deserve our respect and recognition and it has been especially gratifying to see so many worthy entrants in the contest.' All prizes are subject to the terms and conditions described in the Official Rules. About Tropical Smoothie Cafe® Tropical Smoothie Cafe is a national fast-casual restaurant brand built on a mission to Inspire Better®, a commitment that starts with our better-for-you food and smoothies and extends to inspiring better in the communities we serve. Born on a beach in 1997, today Tropical Smoothie Cafe has more than 1,500 locations in 44 states. For the fourth year in a row, the brand was ranked #1 in the Smoothie/Juice Category by Entrepreneur Franchisee 500. For 12 consecutive years, the brand has received the Franchise Times Fast and Serious award, and in 2024 the brand's FUND Score was 905, one of the top scores for franchise concepts analyzed by FRANdata. About Campus Multimedia Campus Multimedia is the nation's leader in brand activation for K-12 schools. By connecting our network of over 84,000 schools with aligned brands, we provide resources, recognition, and revenue to strengthen school communities. Our turnkey programs empower schools while helping brands create authentic local connections that drive engagement and lifelong loyalty. Learn more at Connect with CM on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Sip into Summer with a Free Smoothie! Celebrate National Flip Flop Day® at Tropical Smoothie Cafe®
Flip flop-wearing guests can visit a participating cafe on May 28 from 2 to 7 p.m. for a free 12 oz. Sunrise Sunset™ Smoothie ATLANTA, May 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- On Wednesday, May 28, Tropical Smoothie Cafe invites smoothie lovers nationwide to kick off summer and celebrate its annual National Flip Flop Day®. Guests that come into a participating Tropical Smoothie Cafe location from 2 to 7 p.m. wearing flip flops will receive a refreshing 12 oz. Sunrise Sunset Smoothie for free*. No purchase is required – just flip flops and summer vibes. National Flip Flop Day has become a beloved summer tradition and the unofficial start to smoothie season. The holiday sets the tone for the summer months ahead, inviting guests to sit back, relax and sip a while. This year's featured beverage is a fan favorite smoothie – the Sunrise Sunset™ Smoothie – a bold, tropical blend of orange juice, mango, pineapple and strawberries, crafted to deliver the feeling of a mini beachside getaway no matter where you're based. "We love giving our guests a reason to pause and enjoy a refreshing taste of the tropics to kick off their summer season," said Deborah von Kutzleben, Chief Marketing Officer of Tropical Smoothie Café, LLC. "National Flip Flop Day is all about creating experiences that celebrate the joy, fun, and flavor our current guests have come to know and love at Tropical Smoothie Cafe and introduce new guests to Tropic Time™." For more information on National Flip Flop Day, visit *One free 12 oz. Sunrise Sunset Smoothie per guest on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, from 2 to 7 p.m. in-cafe at participating locations only. Free smoothie will be applied to lowest priced 12 oz. Sunrise Sunset Smoothie ordered. No modifications. While supplies last. About Tropical Smoothie Cafe®Tropical Smoothie Cafe is a national fast-casual restaurant brand built on a mission to Inspire Better®, a commitment that starts with our better-for-you food and smoothies and extends to inspiring better in the communities we serve. Born on a beach in 1997, today Tropical Smoothie Cafe has more than 1,500 locations in 44 states. For the fourth year in a row, the brand was ranked #1 in the Smoothie/Juice Category by Entrepreneur Franchisee 12 consecutive years, the brand has received the Franchise Times Fast and Serious award, and in 2024 the brand's FUND Score was 905, one of the top scores for franchise concepts analyzed by FRANdata. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Tropical Smoothie Cafe
Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Tropical Smoothie Cafe® Debuts First-Ever Disney Collaboration Featuring the New 'Ohana Breeze Smoothie Inspired by "Lilo & Stitch"
'Ohana Breeze Smoothie Available for a Limited Time in Cafes Nationwide ATLANTA, May 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Tropical Smoothie Cafe®, known for its deliciously refreshing smoothies, food and bowls, is excited to announce the launch of its newest creation—the 'Ohana Breeze Smoothie. Launching May 14 and available for a limited time, this vibrant smoothie celebrates the release of Disney's live-action "Lilo & Stitch," landing in theaters on May 23. Blended with pineapple, mango, banana, orange juice, and blue spirulina, the 'Ohana Breeze Smoothie delivers a fun, naturally sweetened tropical flavor, bursting with island magic. ʻOhana, the Hawaiian word for family, reflects the heartwarming spirit of Disney's "Lilo & Stitch" and is the inspiration for the new 'Ohana Breeze Smoothie, available at participating Tropical Smoothie Cafe locations nationwide. Just like the movie's message—"family means nobody gets left behind or forgotten"—the smoothie is offered in two sizes: 12 oz. for kids and 24 oz. for adults. It's the perfect treat to enjoy with your own 'ohana this summer! "The 'Ohana Breeze Smoothie represents the wholesome spirit of family, and we're excited to offer a refreshing smoothie that provides our guests with a fun, delightful escape from the everyday while celebrating the new 'Lilo & Stitch' movie," said Deborah von Kutzleben, Chief Marketing Officer of Tropical Smoothie Café, LLC. The limited-time 'Ohana Breeze Smoothie is the first-ever collaboration between Tropical Smoothie Cafe and a Disney feature film. Both the visual and emotional aesthetics of "Lilo & Stitch" were a creative springboard for concepting the smoothie's ingredients, recipe, color and name. To ensure the smoothie is blended to perfection, the Tropical Smoothie Café culinary team experimented with nearly 20 flavor combinations to find the perfect recipe and shade of blue before landing on the final version. About Tropical Smoothie Cafe® Tropical Smoothie Cafe is a national fast-casual restaurant brand built on a mission to Inspire Better®, a commitment that starts with our better-for-you food and smoothies and extends to inspiring better in the communities we serve. Born on a beach in 1997, today Tropical Smoothie Cafe has more than 1,500 locations in 44 states. For the fourth year in a row, the brand was ranked #1 in the Smoothie/Juice Category by Entrepreneur Franchisee 500. For 12 consecutive years, the brand has received the Franchise Times Fast and Serious award, and in 2024 the brand's FUND Score was 905, one of the top scores for franchise concepts analyzed by FRANdata. For more information about Tropical Smoothie Cafe or to find a location near you, please visit About Disney's Lilo & Stitch"Lilo & Stitch," the wildly funny and touching story of a lonely Hawaiian girl and the fugitive alien who helps to mend her broken family, will open exclusively in theaters May 23, 2025. A live-action reimagining of Disney's 2002 animated classic, "Lilo & Stitch" is directed by Dean Fleischer Camp, the Oscar®-nominated filmmaker behind the animated feature film "Marcel the Shell with Shoes On," and stars Sydney Elizebeth Agudong, Billy Magnussen, Tia Carrere, Hannah Waddingham, Chris Sanders, with Courtney B. Vance, and Zach Galifianakis, and introducing Maia Kealoha. The screenplay is by Chris Kekaniokalani Bright and Mike Van Waes, and the film is produced by Jonathan Eirich, p.g.a. and Dan Lin, with Tom Peitzman, Ryan Halprin, Louie Provost, Thomas Schumacher serving as executive producers. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Tropical Smoothie Cafe Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
