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Dunkin’ Brands publishes its 2015-2016 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Report

CANTON, MA, 2017-Aug-28 — /EPR Retail News/ — Dunkin’ Brands Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: DNKN), the parent company of Dunkin’ Donuts and Baskin-Robbins, has published its 2015-2016 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Report. The report provides a detailed overview of the company’s ongoing efforts to source ingredients responsibly, reduce energy use in corporate holdings, provide more menu transparency and be a force for good in local communities, among others. The report also details progress made against commitments outlined in Dunkin’ Brands’ most recent CSR report, issued in 2015.

Key highlights of the report include:Sustainable Building: In 2014 Dunkin’ Brands launched DD Green™ Achievement, a program designed to help Dunkin’ Donuts franchisees build sustainable, energy-efficient restaurants in the U.S. The company set a goal for 100 DD Green Achievement restaurants by the end of 2016, and reached that milestone in October 2016. There are now approximately 150 DD Green Achievement restaurants around the country. In 2017, Dunkin’ Brands is setting a target to open 500 DD Green Achievement restaurants in the U.S. by the end of 2020.

Since 2010, Dunkin’ Brands experienced a 35% drop in electricity use at its Corporate Headquarters, and a 57% drop in heating and 35% drop in electricity use at its training facility. For the first time ever, Dunkin’ Brands is setting 2020 and 2025 energy reduction goals for its corporate holdings.

Removal of Synthetic Dyes: To meet customers’ preference for more nutritional transparency and simpler ingredients, in 2017 Dunkin’ Brands announced a goal to remove synthetic dyes from the Dunkin’ Donuts and Baskin-Robbins U.S. menus by the end of 2018, with the exception of some supplier-branded ingredients produced by other companies. Both the Dunkin’ Donuts and Baskin-Robbins product development teams, in partnership with suppliers, have been working to replace synthetic dyes.

Responsible Sourcing: In 2014, Dunkin’ Brands issued its Guidelines for Sourcing Palm Oil, and since then has engaged in a multi-stakeholder effort to source sustainable palm oil – from mapping its U.S. and international supply chains, to instructing U.S. suppliers to purchase certified mass balance palm oil materials for U.S. operations. Dunkin’ Brands also joined the Roundtable for Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO). In 2017, Dunkin’ Brands plans on releasing revised and updated Guidelines for Sourcing Palm Oil, which will include a goal of fully traceable palm oil to the mill by a timebound date, while continuing to work with suppliers to improve traceability data.

As a coffee leader, Dunkin’ Donuts is committed to incorporating certified products in its coffee portfolio and helping to make a positive impact on farming communities worldwide. In 2017, the brand expanded its current work with the Rainforest Alliance to have all Dunkin’ Donuts’ espresso beverages served at Dunkin’ Donuts U.S. restaurants and in approximately 16 international markets made with 100% espresso beans sourced from Rainforest Alliance Certified™ farms.

Dunkin’ Brands issued its new Sustainable Pulp and Paper Sourcing policy in 2016. This includes a goal to source 80% of the packaging used in Dunkin’ Donuts restaurants and Baskin-Robbins restaurants in the U.S. from Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI) sources (up from 60% today) by the end of 2018. The policy can be found at http://www.dunkinbrands.com/responsibility/policies-and-statements.

The Joy In Childhood Foundation℠: Dunkin’ Brands franchisees value the role they can play in strengthening the neighborhoods they serve. In 2016, Dunkin’ Brands re-launched its Foundation with a new mission, vision and name – the Joy in Childhood Foundation – to reflect the company’s continued commitment to providing simple moments of joy to sick and hungry kids. This rebranding coincided with the exciting milestone of the Foundation’s 10-year anniversary. Since 2006, the Joy in Childhood Foundation, formerly The Dunkin’ Donuts & Baskin-Robbins Community Foundation, has granted $14 million to help improve the lives of children and families in the communities where the brand operates.

2016 also marked Dunkin’ Brands’ most successful year ever for its in-store fundraisers, Community Cups℠ and Community Cones℠, which raised $1.3 million thanks to Dunkin’ Donuts’ and Baskin-Robbins’ generous guests.

Diversity: Finally, Dunkin’ Brands has done a tremendous amount of work to increase diversity and inclusion in the workplace since its last report.

For instance, in 2016, Dunkin’ Brands made a public commitment to developing and paying women equally. Dunkin’ Brands was one of 100+ companies that signed the White House Equal Pay Pledge, and is a member of the Boston Women’s Workforce Council’s 100% Talent Compact. In addition, Dunkin’ Brands launched new employee resource groups (ERGs), which are open to all employees in the organization, to create a more inclusive workplace environment.

“Our newest Corporate Social Responsibility Report shows that Dunkin’ Brands has made important progress in sustainable sourcing and building, energy efficiency, menu transparency and community giving,” said Nigel Travis, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Dunkin’ Brands. “We are proud of our successes in helping our franchisees open new DD Green Achievement restaurants, working towards removing synthetic dyes from our menus, expanding our partnership with the Rainforest Alliance, and re-launching our Foundation to provide joy to sick and hungry kids. However, as we both look back and ahead, we recognize how much more there is to be done. We remain dedicated to meeting the challenges that face our business, and to serve our people and our planet responsibly.”

To download and read the report, or to learn more about Dunkin’ Brands’ CSR initiatives, please visit www.dunkinbrands.com/responsibility.

About Dunkin’ Brands Group, Inc.

With more than 20,000 points of distribution in more than 60 countries worldwide, Dunkin’ Brands Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: DNKN) is one of the world’s leading franchisors of quick service restaurants (QSR) serving hot and cold coffee and baked goods, as well as hard-serve ice cream. At the end of the second quarter 2017, Dunkin’ Brands’ 100 percent franchised business model included more than 12,300 Dunkin’ Donuts restaurants and more than 7,800 Baskin-Robbins restaurants. Dunkin’ Brands Group, Inc. is headquartered in Canton, Mass.

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Name: Lindsay Cronin
Phone: 781-737-5200
Email: press@dunkinbrands.com

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Artificial Colorings to be Removed by End of 2018 in all Dunkin’ Donuts and Baskin Robbins US Products

Artificial Colorings to be Removed by End of 2018 in all Dunkin’ Donuts and Baskin Robbins US Products

 

CANTON, MA, 2017-Mar-07 — /EPR Retail News/ — Dunkin’ Brands Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: DNKN), the parent company of Dunkin’ Donuts and Baskin-Robbins, today (March 2, 2017) announced plans to remove artificial colors from its products in the U.S. As part of the company’s ongoing efforts to offer guests great-tasting, high-quality products and cleaner menu labels, both the Dunkin’ Donuts and Baskin-Robbins product development teams, in partnership with suppliers, have been working to eliminate synthetic colors from their food and beverages and replace the ingredients with naturally sourced colorings in the U.S. by the end of 2018.

Within the next two years, Dunkin’ Donuts will remove synthetic colors across its menu, including donut icings, fillings and toppings, as well as frozen beverages such as Fruit Smoothies and COOLATTA® frozen beverages, baked goods, breakfast sandwiches and coffee flavorings. Similarly, Baskin-Robbins will remove synthetic colors from its menu, including ice cream sold both at its restaurants and in quarts and pints at retail locations, as well as its syrups, sauces, sprinkles and beverages, including Cappuccino Blast®. The exceptions on both brands’ menus include select supplier-branded ingredients produced by other companies and used as toppings, ice cream inclusions or decorative elements. Additionally, Baskin-Robbins will take a longer period of time to find replacements for the decorative elements on its ice cream cakes.

“We are pleased to announce our plans to eliminate artificial colors from our menus in the U.S. by the end of 2018,” said Dunkin’ Brands Chairman and CEO Nigel Travis. “This is a significant undertaking on the part of our product development teams and suppliers. However, we are committed to meet the evolving needs of our customers, including their preference for more nutritional transparency and simpler ingredients, while maintaining the great taste and the fun, vibrant colors expected from Dunkin’ Donuts and Baskin-Robbins products.”

In 2014, Dunkin’ Brands conducted a comprehensive menu review that resulted in a new product development process focused on reformulating many of its products to enhance menu quality by simplifying ingredient labels and lowering sodium and sugar content without sacrificing taste.

Additionally, the company continues to offer products that broaden the nutritional choices available to consumers through the Dunkin’ Donuts DDSMART® and Baskin-Robbins BRight Choices™ menus.

About Dunkin’ Brands Group, Inc.

With more than 20,000 points of distribution in more than 60 countries worldwide, Dunkin’ Brands Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: DNKN) is one of the world’s leading franchisors of quick service restaurants (QSR) serving hot and cold coffee and baked goods, as well as hard-serve ice cream. At the end of the fourth quarter 2016, Dunkin’ Brands’ 100 percent franchised business model included more than 12,200 Dunkin’ Donuts restaurants and more than 7,800 Baskin-Robbins restaurants. Dunkin’ Brands Group, Inc. is headquartered in Canton, Mass.

CONTACT INFORMATION:
Name: Michelle King
Phone: 781-737-5200
Email: press@dunkinbrands.com

Source: Dunkin’ Brands Group, Inc.

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Dunkin’ Brands Group announces the promotion of five executives

CANTON, MA, 2017-Feb-25 — /EPR Retail News/ — Dunkin’ Brands Group, Inc., (Nasdaq: DNKN), the parent company of Dunkin’ Donuts and Baskin-Robbins, today (February 23, 2017) announced the promotions of five executives. Grant Benson has been promoted to Senior Vice President, Franchising and Development, Dunkin’ Brands; Amanda Helming has been promoted to Vice President, Dunkin’ Donuts U.S. Brand Marketing and Pricing; Santhosh Kumar has been promoted to Dunkin’ Brands’ Vice President, Enterprise Infrastructure, Data Security and Privacy; Mark Youngworth has been promoted to Vice President, International Brand Marketing & Digital Communications; and Jeremy Biser has been promoted to Vice President, International Operating Systems, Learning, Food Safety & Equipment.

A 31-year veteran of Dunkin’ Brands, Mr. Benson has held a variety of positions at the company in operations, restaurant development, franchising and business development. In his newly expanded role, he will lead restaurant franchising and development for both the Dunkin’ Donuts and Baskin-Robbins brands in the U.S., helping it maintain its position as one of the fastest growing companies by unit count in the quick-service restaurant industry. Mr. Benson reports to David Hoffmann, President, Dunkin’ Donuts U.S. and Canada.

In her new role, Ms. Helming will oversee overall Dunkin’ Donuts brand strategy and category management for both beverages and food, while continuing to lead the Pricing Strategy & Analytics team. In her nearly five years at Dunkin’ Brands, she helped build the company’s Insights organization as Senior Director – Global Consumer Insights & Pricing, and also served as Director – Brand Marketing & Strategic Initiatives for Dunkin’ Donuts U.S. Her experience also includes positions in management and strategy with General Mills, Disney and ESPN Media Networks. Ms. Helming will report to Chris Fuqua, Dunkin’ Donuts’ Senior Vice President of Brand Marketing, Global Consumer Insights and Product Innovation.

A 16-year veteran of Dunkin’ Brands, Mr. Kumar has held a variety of leadership positions in the company’s Information Technology and Services organization, most recently as Senior Director of IT, Infrastructure, Information Security/Privacy and Electronic Payments. Mr. Kumar has been responsible for leading and directing the overall architecture, deployment and physical operation and performance of Dunkin’ Brands’ global data security, privacy and payment initiatives and processes.  He reports to Jack Clare, Chief Information & Strategy Officer at Dunkin’ Brands.

Mr. Youngworth has led all aspects of brand marketing and consumer engagement for both the Dunkin’ Donuts and Baskin-Robbins brands outside of the U.S. and Canada. In addition to his work to reposition the Baskin-Robbins and Dunkin’ Donuts brands internationally, he and his team have also expanded the company’s digital marketing capabilities. Mr. Youngworth reports to Bill Mitchell, President of Dunkin’ Brands International.

Mr. Biser has played a key role in increasing Dunkin’ Brands’ operational consistency and business standards internationally. In addition to his current responsibilities, he is also assuming oversight of the International Field Learning team. Mr. Biser will also report to Bill Mitchell, President of Dunkin’ Brands International.

“We are pleased to announce the well-deserved promotions of Grant, Amanda, Santhosh, Jeremy and Mark. All of have made vital contributions to our organization in areas that are critical for our franchisees and our guests, and they will each play an important role in Dunkin’ Brands’ continued growth and success, both in the U.S. and around the world,” said Nigel Travis, Dunkin’ Brands’ Chairman and Chief Executive Officer.

About Dunkin’ Brands Group, Inc.

With more than 20,000 points of distribution in more than 60 countries worldwide, Dunkin’ Brands Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: DNKN) is one of the world’s leading franchisors of quick service restaurants (QSR) serving hot and cold coffee and baked goods, as well as hard-serve ice cream. At the end of the fourth quarter 2016, Dunkin’ Brands’ 100 percent franchised business model included more than 12,200 Dunkin’ Donuts restaurants and more than 7,800 Baskin-Robbins restaurants. Dunkin’ Brands Group, Inc. is headquartered in Canton, Mass.

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Phone: 781-737-5200
Email:press@dunkinbrands.com

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Dunkin’ Donuts and Baskin-Robbins celebrate rebranding of its community foundation with events to fight childhood hunger

CANTON, MA, 2016-Oct-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — With the newly-rebranded Joy in Childhood Foundation, Dunkin’ Donuts and Baskin-Robbins franchisees, crew members and employees are committing to improving the lives of sick and hungry children across the country by providing the simple joys of childhood to children whose lives are compromised by health and hunger issues. To celebrate the rebranding, the Joy in Childhood Foundation (formerly The Dunkin’ Donuts & Baskin-Robbins Community Foundation) is teaming up with nearly 70 Feeding America® member food banks nationwide to host volunteer events to fight children’s hunger during the third annual Week of Joy (formerly the Week of Service), October 17-21.

“The rebrand of our Foundation allows us to channel the incredible work of our operators into a mission that so closely aligns with the values of Dunkin’ Brands, our franchisees and our guests to make a meaningful difference in our communities,” said Nigel Travis, Chairman and CEO of Dunkin’ Brands. “The Joy in Childhood Foundation brings together all of our stakeholders and the best of our brands in a way that makes sense and ensures that children who face hunger or sickness have the support and essential services to find joy in their daily lives.”

The Foundation anticipates that over 1,500 Dunkin’ Donuts and Baskin-Robbins franchisees, crew members and corporate employees will volunteer upwards of 4,000 hours and provide hundreds of thousands of meals to kids and families in communities across the country.

“The Foundation has been an important partner to The Greater Boston Food Bank for well over 10 years,” said Suzanne Battit, Vice President, External Affairs and Advancement at The Greater Boston Food Bank, one of the organizations the Joy in Childhood Foundation supports through financial and volunteer activities. “Through the franchisee’s volunteer work and generous grants, the Foundation has provided more than 60,000 meals to families in need. Without partners like the Foundation, we would not be able to provide food for the one in four children across Eastern Massachusetts who are at risk of hunger. Year over year, the Foundation understands that no one should ever question where their next meal is coming from.”

This year’s Week of Joy coincides with the Foundation’s 10th anniversary. To deliver on the Joy in Childhood Foundation’s new mission, the Foundation will continue many of its existing partnerships on both the national and local levels —including its partnership with Feeding America and member food banks, children’s hospitals, and nonprofit organizations directly committed to serving sick and hungry kids.

“The heart of our organization is our franchisees and the communities they serve,” said Karen Raskopf, Chief Communications Officer at Dunkin’ Brands and Co-Chair of the Joy in Childhood Foundation. “Joy is in the DNA of our brands. By focusing the mission of the Foundation on joy, we have a powerful way of bringing all of our strengths together to make a positive impact in these communities.”

Following the Week of Joy, the Joy in Childhood Foundation will make its debut in Dunkin’ Donuts stores through the National Community Cups Program, running from November 1-30, 2016. During this time, guests will be invited to make a $1 donation to the Joy in Childhood Foundation at Dunkin’ Donuts and Dunkin’ Donuts/Baskin-Robbins multi-brand restaurants nationwide. The program will support the Joy in Childhood Foundation’s efforts to provide the simple joys of childhood to sick and hungry kids.

About the Joy in Childhood Foundation

The Joy in Childhood Foundation provides the simple joys of childhood to sick and hungry kids. The Foundation brings together a wide range of stakeholders—including franchisees, crew members, employees, partners and guests —and partners with food banks, children’s hospitals, and nonprofit organizations directly committed to serving sick and hungry kids to fund joyful environments, joyful experiences and joyful expressions to ensure that children whose lives are compromised by hunger or sickness have the support and essential services to find joy in their daily lives. Since launching in 2006, the Joy in Childhood Foundation (formerly The Dunkin Donuts & Baskin-Robbins Community Foundation), has granted more than $11 million to hundreds of national and local charities across the country.

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Michelle King
Phone: 781-737-5200
Email: press@dunkinbrands.com

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Dunkin’ Donuts and Baskin-Robbins celebrate rebranding of its community foundation with events to fight childhood hunger
Dunkin’ Donuts and Baskin-Robbins celebrate rebranding of its community foundation with events to fight childhood hunger

 

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Dunkin’ Donuts to debut its ready-to-drink coffee beverages in 2017

Dunkin’ Donuts to debut its ready-to-drink coffee beverages in 2017
Dunkin’ Donuts to debut its ready-to-drink coffee beverages in 2017

 

CANTON, Mass., 2016-Sep-30 — /EPR Retail News/ — Today (September 29, 2016), National Coffee Day, Dunkin’ Donuts, part of Dunkin’ Brands Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: DNKN), announced that it will launch a line of Dunkin’ Donuts branded ready-to-drink (RTD) coffee beverages in the United States in early 2017. The Coca-Cola Company will manufacture, distribute and sell the product.

This marks Dunkin’ Donuts’ first entry into the ready-to-drink coffee category, which has enjoyed very strong growth over the past five years and represents $2.3 billion dollars in annual sales according to Nielsen. The agreement supports Dunkin’ Donuts’ goal of strengthening its position as a coffee authority and further extends the Dunkin’ Donuts brand into new distribution channels.

“We are delighted to be working with The Coca-Cola Company, a world-class partner that will provide us with world-class consumer access, by bringing ready-to-drink Dunkin’ Donuts coffee to the refrigerator cases of grocery, convenience stores and mass merchandisers, as well as inside Dunkin’ Donuts restaurants, across the United States,” said Dunkin’ Brands Chairman and CEO Nigel Travis. “This new product introduction will increase consumption of Dunkin’ Donuts coffee and increase our brand relevance with existing and new consumers, including many younger customers, which we believe will in turn, drive incremental visits to our restaurants.”

Financial terms of the agreement were not disclosed. The Coca-Cola Company will produce Dunkin’ Donuts ready-to-drink coffee beverages according to Dunkin’ Donuts specifications, including using high-quality Arabica coffee blends. Coca-Cola’s extensive network of bottling partners will sell and distribute Dunkin’ Donuts ready-to-drink beverages, which will include real milk and sugar in a variety of flavors.

Dunkin’ Donuts also announced that it would equally share with qualified U.S. Dunkin’ Donuts franchisees its net profits from the sales of ready-to-drink coffee through outlets outside of its restaurants.

“We are an almost 100 percent franchised company, and our mission is to drive our brand relevance and to drive the profitability of our Dunkin’ Donuts franchisees,” added Travis. “Our research has clearly shown that ready-to-drink coffee consumption is a separate occasion from the purchase of our restaurant-brewed iced coffee. That same research also shows that having a ready-to-drink coffee product builds brand loyalty. We strongly believe that this product launch is good for customers and for our franchisees.”

Dunkin’ Donuts has partnered with The Coca-Cola Company since 2012 to serve Coca-Cola products, including soft drinks, juices, enhanced waters and energy drinks, at Dunkin’ Donuts restaurants in the United States and select markets around the globe.

About Dunkin’ Donuts

Founded in 1950, Dunkin’ Donuts is America’s favorite all-day, everyday stop for coffee and baked goods. Dunkin’ Donuts is a market leader in the hot regular/decaf/flavored coffee, iced coffee, donut, bagel and muffin categories. Dunkin’ Donuts has earned a No. 1 ranking for customer loyalty in the coffee category by Brand Keys for 10 years running. The company has more than 12,000 restaurants in 44 countries worldwide. Based in Canton, Mass., Dunkin’ Donuts is part of the Dunkin’ Brands Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: DNKN) family of companies. For more information, visit www.DunkinDonuts.com.

MEDIA CONTACT:

Michelle King
Phone: 781-737-5200
Email: press@dunkinbrands.com

Source: Dunkin’ Donuts

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Dunkin’ Brands Group announces the appointment of David Hoffmann as president of Dunkin’ Donuts U.S. and Canada

CANTON, MA, 2016-Sep-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — Dunkin’ Brands Group, Inc., (Nasdaq: DNKN), the parent company of Dunkin’ Donuts and Baskin-Robbins, today (Sept. 22, 2016) announced that David Hoffmann, 48, has been named president of Dunkin’ Donuts U.S. and Canada, effective October 3, 2016. He will report to Nigel Travis, Dunkin’ Brands Chairman and CEO, and will serve on the Dunkin’ Brands Leadership Team. Mr. Hoffmann joins Dunkin’ Brands after 22 years with McDonald’s Corporation, where he most recently served as President, High Growth Markets, which includes China, South Korea, Russia and several additional European markets.

Mr. Hoffmann replaces Paul Twohig who, as previously announced, is retiring and will stay with the company through the end of the first quarter 2017 to ensure a smooth transition. In his new position, Mr. Hoffmann will be responsible for Dunkin’ Donuts operations and marketing in the U.S. and Canada, as well as global franchising and store development for both Dunkin’ Donuts and Baskin-Robbins.

“Dave is a proven leader with a wealth of quick service restaurant and franchising experience, and a solid track record of delivering growth in a wide range of economic and competitive environments. His financial and industry expertise, combined with his strong talent development skills and experience using digital technologies to enhance the restaurant experience, makes him uniquely positioned to help accelerate Dunkin’ Donuts’ strategic expansion in the U.S.,” said Travis. “His appointment also further solidifies our Leadership Team and supports our succession planning efforts as we work to position the company for long-term growth. We are delighted to welcome Dave to the Dunkin’ Brands team.”

Mr. Hoffmann began his career with McDonald’s as a crew member while in high school and later re-joined the company, post M.B.A., through its management training program. After holding a series of field operations positions, Mr. Hoffmann moved to the corporate office where he held leadership positions in numerous key functions including strategy and insights, development, training, operations and supply chain. Since 2008, when he was named vice president of strategy and franchising in Japan, Mr. Hoffmann has held general management positions covering a wide range of international markets including Asia Pacific, the Middle East and Africa, most recently adding several European markets to his portfolio as President, High Growth Markets. Prior to McDonald’s, Mr. Hoffmann  worked for Arthur Andersen.

“I am honored to be joining Dunkin’ Brands at this exciting time in its growth trajectory,” said Hoffmann. “Dunkin’ Donuts is a great consumer brand and has tremendous development opportunities. I look forward to working with the Leadership Team, the community of franchisees and the brand’s talented employees to deliver on the strategic plans designed to drive Dunkin’ Donuts’ continued growth.”

Mr. Hoffmann earned a B.S. in accounting from Indiana University and an M.B.A. from the University of Chicago.

About Dunkin’ Brands Group, Inc.

With more than 19,000 points of distribution in more than 60 countries worldwide, Dunkin’ Brands Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: DNKN) is one of the world’s leading franchisors of quick service restaurants (QSR) serving hot and cold coffee and baked goods, as well as hard-serve ice cream. At the end of the second quarter 2016, Dunkin’ Brands’ nearly 100 percent franchised business model included more than 11,900 Dunkin’ Donuts restaurants and more than 7,700 Baskin-Robbins restaurants. Dunkin’ Brands Group, Inc. is headquartered in Canton, Mass.

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Name: Michelle King
Phone: 781-737-5200
Email: press@dunkinbrands.com

Source: Dunkin’ Brands Group

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Dunkin’ Donuts opens new location in Riverside, California; its 12,000th restaurant worldwide

Dunkin’ Donuts opens new location in Riverside, California; its 12,000th restaurant worldwide
Dunkin’ Donuts opens new location in Riverside, California; its 12,000th restaurant worldwide

 

CANTON, MA, 2016-Sep-21 — /EPR Retail News/ — Dunkin’ Donuts today (September 20, 2016) opened its 12,000th restaurant worldwide, in the Greater Los Angeles area at 4922 La Sierra Avenue in Riverside, California. With this milestone location, Dunkin’ Donuts continues its steady and strategic westward expansion, opening more than 30 new restaurants in California with plans for about 300 new locations total to be developed in the state over the coming years.

“We now have 12,000 Dunkin’ Donuts restaurants around the world, with tremendous opportunities for continued growth both domestically and internationally. We and our franchisees are proud of the fact that Dunkin’ Donuts has become part of the daily ritual of millions of people who depend on us for great coffee and other beverages, baked goods and sandwiches,” said Nigel Travis, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Dunkin’ Brands. “Looking ahead, we plan to keep growing and innovating, bringing customers the Dunkin’ Donuts products they love, as well as new offerings like our Cold Brew coffee and new Dunkin’ Mobile App, which allows members of our DD Perks Rewards Program to place their order in advance with On-the-Go Ordering.”

The new Dunkin’ Donuts location in Riverside is owned and operated by franchisee Parag Patel, who opened two Southern California Dunkin’ Donuts this summer in Villa Park and Yorba Linda. The Patel family has been a part of the Dunkin’ Donuts franchisee community since establishing their first Maryland location in 1989. Patel’s extensive experience in the restaurant industry and personal connection to Dunkin’ Donuts continues to inspire his West Coast expansion efforts as he plans to open about 20 new Riverside and Orange County locations in the coming years.

“Each new restaurant we open is just as exciting as the first. My family has a strong connection to Dunkin’ Donuts and we are honored that our newest location is the 12,000th Dunkin’ Donuts in the world. Most importantly, we are excited to bring Dunkin’ Donuts’ famous coffee, baked goods and other delicious products, along with our fast and friendly service, to guests here in Riverside,” said Patel. “The Southern California community has been more than welcoming, and we look forward to sharing our love for the Dunkin’ Donuts brand with our new guests!”

Dunkin’ Donuts is committed to being an integral member of the communities it becomes a part of and focuses on supporting local causes dedicated to taking care of sick and hungry children. To help in this effort, the restaurant’s grand opening ribbon cutting ceremony will include a $500 check presentation to both the Make A Wish Foundation: Orange County and The Inland Empire and the Boys and Girls Club of Greater Redlands-Riverside. Local dignitaries from the community will also be invited to join the ceremony and welcome Dunkin’ Donuts to Riverside.

Additionally, the Riverside Dunkin’ Donuts is a DD Green™ Achievement location, designed with energy efficient and sustainable elements. The establishment features specialty lighting to reduce energy use, high-performance windows, low-flow faucets and more.

To learn more about Dunkin’ Donuts, visit www.DunkinDonuts.com or follow us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/DunkinDonuts), Instagram (www.instagram.com/DunkinDonuts) and Twitter (www.twitter.com/DunkinDonuts).

About Dunkin’ Donuts

Founded in 1950, Dunkin’ Donuts is America’s favorite all-day, everyday stop for coffee and baked goods. Dunkin’ Donuts is a market leader in the hot regular/decaf/flavored coffee, iced coffee, donut, bagel and muffin categories. Dunkin’ Donuts has earned the No. 1 ranking for customer loyalty in the coffee category by Brand Keys for 10 years running. The company has more than 11,900 restaurants in 44 countries worldwide. Based in Canton, Mass., Dunkin’ Donuts is part of the Dunkin’ Brands Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: DNKN) family of companies. For more information, visit www.DunkinDonuts.com.

Media Contact:
Justin Drake
Phone: 781-737-5200
Email: justin.drake@dunkinbrands.com

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Dunkin’ Brands, The J.M. Smucker Company & Keurig Green Mountain expand partnership for Dunkin’ K-Cup® packs

CANTON, Mass., ORRVILLE, Ohio, and WATERBURY, Vt., 2015-2-26 — /EPR Retail News/ — Dunkin’ Brands Group, Inc., (NASDAQ: DNKN), The J.M. Smucker Company (NYSE: SJM) and Keurig Green Mountain, Inc. (Keurig) (NASDAQ: GMCR) today expanded their partnership by signing agreements for the manufacturing, marketing, distribution and sale of Dunkin’ K-Cup® packs at retailers nationwide in the U.S. and Canada, and online. Dunkin’ K-Cup® packs are presently available in Dunkin’ Donuts restaurants in the U.S. Keurig is the exclusive producer of Dunkin’ K-Cup® packs and will remain so with the expansion of the partnership. The J.M. Smucker Company currently manufactures and distributes Dunkin’ Donuts® brand premium bagged coffee where groceries are sold under license from Dunkin’ Donuts.

Under the new, multi-year agreement, Smucker will distribute and market Dunkin’ K-Cup® packs exclusively to grocery chains, mass merchandisers, club stores, drug stores, dollar stores and home improvement stores. Keurig will distribute and market Dunkin’ K-Cup® packs to specialty stores and office superstores. Dunkin’ K-Cup® packs will continue to be available in Dunkin’ Donuts restaurants in the U.S. The expanded retail program launches in the middle of 2015 with five varieties of Dunkin’ Donuts’ signature coffee initially available in K-Cup® packs, including Original Blend, Dunkin’ Decaf, French Vanilla, Hazelnut and Dunkin’ Donuts Bakery Series Chocolate Glazed Donut flavor. Also beginning this spring, Dunkin’ K-Cup® packs will be sold online on www.DunkinDonuts.com, www.OnlineStore.Smucker.com, www.Keurig.com and other online retailers.

“This exciting new agreement with two trusted and long-standing partners, The J.M. Smucker Company and Keurig, will make Dunkin’ K-Cup® packs available at thousands of additional retail outlets nationwide, as well as online, and will enable us to further tap into the growing consumer demand for single-serve at-home coffee,” said Dunkin’ Brands Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Nigel Travis. “Not only will this increase the consumption ofDunkin’ Donuts coffee, it will help us continue to build our brand relevance with new and existing customers, which we believe will, in turn, drive incremental visits to our restaurants.”

“The wait is nearly over for the many Dunkin’ Donuts coffee fans who have requested we add Dunkin’ K-Cup® packs to our at-home single-serve coffee offerings,” stated Richard Smucker, Chief Executive Officer of The J.M. Smucker Company. “The expansion of our relationship with Dunkin’ Brands andKeurig allows us to satisfy this consumer need by bringing Dunkin’ K-Cup® packs into new retail channels, including wherever groceries are sold. The addition of Dunkin’ K-Cup® packs will further strengthen our Smucker coffee portfolio as we work with our retail customers to continue to bring excitement and new growth opportunities to the coffee category.”

“Expanded availability of Dunkin’ K-Cup® packs will make it possible for even more consumers to experience and enjoy this great-tasting, beloved coffee while at the same time building consumer awareness and passion for the Keurig system,” said Brian Kelley, Keurig President and CEO. “Our unique ability to partner with Dunkin’ Brands, J.M. Smucker and more than 60 other brands has helped Keurig, an innovative technology-driven personal beverage system company, to revolutionize the at-home and away-from-home beverage experience, bringing more than 400 high-quality beverage varieties to Keurig consumers with the consistent simplicity and convenience they’ve come to expect from the brand.”

Terms of the respective agreements with The J.M. Smucker Company, Keurig Green Mountain and Dunkin’ Brands were not disclosed.

Dunkin’ Brands announce franchisee profit-sharing program

Concurrent with its expanded partnership with Smucker and Keurig, Dunkin’ Brands also announced today details of a new franchisee profit-sharing program as part of a long-term deal under which Dunkin’ Brands will equally share with qualified U.S. Dunkin’ Donuts franchisees its net profits from the sale of its K-Cup® packs and packaged coffee from outlets outside of its restaurants.

“When we introduced Dunkin’ K-Cup® packs as a retail item in our restaurants in 2011, we said we would only consider allowing this product to be sold at other retailers if we could do so in a way that benefitted both us and our franchisees,” Travis said. “In keeping with that commitment, I am delighted to announce that we have been able to reach a profit-sharing agreement with our domestic Dunkin’ Donuts franchisees that we believe will drive incremental, profitable growth for both Dunkin’ Brands and our franchisees.”

About Dunkin’ Brands Group, Inc.
With more than 18,800 points of distribution in nearly 60 countries worldwide, Dunkin’ Brands Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: DNKN) is one of the world’s leading franchisors of quick service restaurants (QSR) serving hot and cold coffee and baked goods, as well as hard-serve ice cream. At the end of fiscal 2014,Dunkin’ Brands’ nearly 100 percent franchised business model included more than 11,300 Dunkin’ Donuts restaurants and more than 7,500 Baskin-Robbins restaurants. Dunkin’ Brands Group, Inc. is headquartered in Canton, Mass.

About The J.M. Smucker Company
For more than 115 years, The J.M. Smucker Company has been committed to offering consumers quality products that bring families together to share memorable meals and moments. Today, Smucker is a leading marketer and manufacturer of fruit spreads, retail packaged coffee, peanut butter, shortening and oils, ice cream toppings, sweetened condensed milk, and natural foods products in North America. The Company remains rooted in theBasic Beliefs of Quality, People, Ethics, Growth, and Independence established by its founder and namesake more than a century ago. For more information about the Company, visit jmsmucker.com.

About Keurig Green Mountain, Inc.
As a leader in specialty coffee, coffee makers, teas and other beverages, Keurig Green Mountain (Keurig) (NASDAQ: GMCR), is recognized for its award-winning beverages, innovative brewing technology, and socially responsible business practices. The company has inspired consumer passion for its products by revolutionizing beverage preparation at home and in the workplace. Keurig supports local and global communities by investing in sustainably-grown coffee and by its active involvement in a variety of social and environmental projects. By helping consumers drink for themselves, we believe we can brew a better world. For more information visit: www.KeurigGreenMountain.com. To purchase Keurig® products visit: www.Keurig.com or www.Keurig.ca.

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CONTACT INFORMATION

Michelle King
Phone: 781-737-5200
Email: press@dunkinbrands.com

Dunkin' Brands, The J.M. Smucker Company Keurig Green Mountain expand partnership for Dunkin' K-Cup® packs

Dunkin’ Brands, The J.M. Smucker Company Keurig Green Mountain expand partnership for Dunkin’ K-Cup® packs

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Dunkin’ Brands Group U.S. franchisees opened 422 net new Dunkin’ Donuts and Baskin-Robbins restaurants in U.S. during 2014

  • For the year, Company’s franchisees added total of 422 net new
  • Dunkin’ Donuts and Baskin-Robbins Restaurants in U.S.

CANTON, MA, 2015-1-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — Dunkin’ Brands Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: DNKN), the parent company of Dunkin’ Donuts and Baskin-Robbins, announced today that in 2014 its U.S. franchisees opened a total of 422 net new Dunkin’ Donuts and Baskin-Robbins, once again making Dunkin’ Brands one of the fastest growing companies by unit count in the QSR (Quick Service Restaurant) industry.

“This past year was another excellent year for domestic restaurant development for both of our brands and has resulted in Dunkin’ Brands, once again being one of the fastest growing companies by unit count in the QSR industry,” said Nigel Travis, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Dunkin’ Brands. “All told, Dunkin’ Donuts franchisees opened 405 net new domestic restaurants in 2014, including our much anticipated restaurants in Southern California, and remodeled another nearly 500 locations. Baskin-Robbins franchisees opened 17 net new locations, marking this the brand’s second consecutive year of positive net development. We believe these results are directly attributable to the appeal of our two strong consumer brands and our continued focus on franchisee unit economics. For 2015 in the U.S., we expect to open between 410 and 440 Dunkin’ Donuts restaurants and between five to ten net Baskin-Robbins locations. ”

Dunkin’ Donuts U.S.

In 2014, Dunkin’ Donuts opened 405 net new restaurants in new markets such as California, Colorado, and Nevada, with 97% of domestic growth coming from existing franchisees. California continued to be a focus of growth for the brand with five new free-standing restaurants opening in Whittier, Santa Monica, Long Beach, Downey and Modesto, which opened ahead of schedule. The company is on track with its plan to open approximately 250 new restaurants in California over the next several years, with the long-term goal of having 1,000 restaurants in total throughout the state.

Dunkin’ Donuts also signed agreements in 2014 with franchisees to open new future restaurants in markets, including Northern, Central and Southern California; Oklahoma City, OK; Louisville, KY; Phoenix, AZ; Greensboro, NC; and Wichita, KS, among others.

In 2013, Dunkin’ Donuts unveiled new restaurant design options and last year Dunkin’ Donuts franchisees remodeled 482 restaurants with the new image. Dunkin’ Donuts also recently announced the launch of DD Green™ Achievement, a green building program designed to help franchisees build sustainable, energy-efficient restaurants. By the end of 2016, Dunkin’ Donuts plans to have 100 new DD Green restaurants across the U.S.

Dunkin’ Donuts’ 2014 development numbers include approximately 70 new restaurants in airports, colleges and other non-traditional locations. Dunkin’ Donuts currently has over 600 non-traditional locations, including restaurants at college campuses, mass transit stations, travel centers, supermarkets, entertainment centers and military bases.

In 2015, the Company expects its franchisees to add between 410 and 440 net new Dunkin’ Donuts U.S. restaurants and continues to believe that it can achieve the long-term goal of more than 17,000 restaurants in the U.S., more than doubling its current number of domestic locations.

Baskin-Robbins U.S.

In 2014, Baskin-Robbins achieved a second consecutive year of positive net new unit growth in the U.S., opening 17 net new restaurants in markets including Kentucky, California and Louisiana. Baskin-Robbins also signed agreements in 2014 with franchisees to open new future locations in markets, including Fresno, CA; San Francisco, CA; Phoenix, AZ; Tampa, FL, Louisville, KY; and Colorado Springs, CO, among others.

Additionally, recruiting military veterans as franchisees continues to be a focus for Baskin-Robbins. For 2014, the brand launched a special veteran’s incentive program for U.S. veterans seeking to open a domestic Baskin-Robbins location. The new development incentives included more than $25,000 in financial discounts on royalties and initial franchise fees.

In 2015, the Company expects its franchisees and licensees to open five to ten net new Baskin-Robbins restaurants in the U.S.

To learn more about Dunkin’ Brands franchising, visit. www.dunkinbrands.com.

Forward-Looking Statements
This news release contains projections and other forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Generally, these statements can be identified by the use of words such as “anticipate,” “believe,” “could,” “estimate,” “expect,” “feel,” “forecast,” “intend,” “may,” “plan,” “potential,” “project,” “should,” “would,” and similar expressions intended to identify forward-looking statements, although not all forward-looking statements contain these identifying words. By their nature, forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties because they relate to events and depend on circumstances that may or may not occur in the future. These projections and statements reflect management’s current views with respect to future events and financial performance. No assurances can be given, however, that these events will occur or that these projections will be achieved, and actual results could differ materially from those projected as a result of certain risk factors. A discussion of these risk factors is included in the Company’s periodic reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Except as required by applicable law, we do not undertake to publicly update or revise any of these forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

About Dunkin’ Brands Group, Inc.
With more than 18,800 points of distribution in nearly 60 countries worldwide, Dunkin’ Brands Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: DNKN) is one of the world’s leading franchisors of quick service restaurants (QSR) serving hot and cold coffee and baked goods, as well as hard-serve ice cream. At the end of fiscal 2014, Dunkin’ Brands’ nearly 100 percent franchised business model included more than 11,300 Dunkin’ Donuts restaurants and more than 7,500 Baskin-Robbins restaurants. Dunkin’ Brands Group, Inc. is headquartered in Canton, Mass.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Michelle King
michelle.king@dunkinbrands.com

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Jollibee Worldwide Pte Ltd. and Jasmine Asset Holding Ltd. joint venture to develop more than 1,400 Dunkin’ Donuts restaurants across China over the next 20 years

More than 1,400 Dunkin’ Donuts restaurants to be developed in China as part of new joint venture between Jollibee Worldwide Pte Ltd. and Jasmine Asset Holding Ltd., a subsidiary of RRJ Capital Master Fund II, L.P.

CANTON, Mass., 2015-1-9 — /EPR Retail News/ — Dunkin’ Donuts, one of the world’s leading coffee and baked goods chains, today announced that it has signed the largest development agreement in the company’s history with the goal of expanding Dunkin’ Donuts in China. The company has entered into a long-term master franchise agreement in which Golden Cup Pte. Ltd., a joint venture between Jollibee Worldwide Pte Ltd. and Jasmine Asset Holding Ltd., a wholly owned subsidiary of RRJ Capital Master Fund II, L.P. (“RRJ”), will serve as the franchisee and plans to open and operate more than 1,400 Dunkin’ Donuts restaurants across China over the next 20 years. The joint venture has exclusive rights to expand Dunkin’ Donuts in new territories, including Beijing, Chongqing, Fujian, Guangdong, Guangxi, Guizhou, Hainan, Hebei, Heilongjiang, Hong Kong, Hunan, Jiangxi, Jilin, Macau, Shanxi, Sichuan, Tianjin and Yunnan. The opening of the first restaurant is expected in Q4 2015.

“We are delighted to enter into this relationship with Jollibee and RRJ, a group with a proven track record of success in the quick service restaurant industry in China and a deep knowledge of the consumer,” said Nigel Travis, Chairman and CEO, Dunkin’ Brands. “Through this franchise development agreement, the largest in our history, we believe we can significantly expand and accelerate Dunkin’ Donuts presence in China.”

Dunkin’ Donuts currently has more than 11,000 restaurants in 36 countries around the world, including 16 in China and more than 2,200 across the Asia Pacific region. Dunkin’ Donuts restaurants in China feature the brand’s wide range of hot and iced coffees, espresso-based beverages, teas, Coolatta® frozen drinks, bagels, muffins, croissants, donuts, and sandwiches, all served fast in friendly, convenient locations and at a great value. The brand also offers regional items to cater to local tastes, including a lineup of Mochi Ring Donuts.

“We are excited about the prospect of bringing Dunkin’ Donuts to China. Dunkin’ Donuts is a leading global brand in baked goods and coffee, and the China market offers a tremendous opportunity as its consumer base continues to grow in number and spending power,” said Tony Tan Caktiong, Chairman of Jollibee Foods Corporation. “We look forward to working with Dunkin’ Donuts and our joint venture partner RRJ to growing the presence of Dunkin’ Donuts in China in the coming years.”

Jollibee Worldwide Pte Ltd. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Jollibee Foods Corporation, which operates the largest food service network in the Philippines with more than 2,200 stores located in the country. Jasmine Asset Holding Ltd is a wholly owned subsidiary of RRJ Capital Master Fund II, L.P., which was established by RRJ Capital. Founded in 2011, RRJ Capital is an Asian-based investment firm with offices in Hong Kong and Singapore. The company has significant investments in the food and consumer sectors in China.

“We are pleased to partner with Jollibee to expand Dunkin’ Donuts’ presence in key regions across China in the years ahead,” said Charles Ong, Co-CEO, RRJ. “There is a strong demand in China for Dunkin’ Donuts high-quality foods and beverages, served in a welcoming restaurant environment with fast and friendly service, all at a great value to consumers.”

The master franchise agreement with Golden Cup Pte. Ltd., the joint venture between Jollibee Worldwide Pte Ltd. and Jasmine Asset Holding Ltd. is the latest step in Dunkin’ Donuts’ plan to accelerate its international growth. In 2013, Dunkin’ Donuts signed a master franchise agreement with Fast Gourmet Group to develop the brand in Eastern China to open more than 100 restaurants in the Shanghai, Jiangsu and Zhejiang regions. Additionally in 2014, Dunkin’ Donuts signed agreements to develop in key markets including Brazil, Sweden and Austria.

For more information about Dunkin’ Donuts, please visit www.DunkinDonuts.com.

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Forward-Looking Statements

This news release contains projections and other forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. These projections and statements reflect the Company’s current views with respect to future events and financial performance. No assurances can be given, however, that these events will occur or that these projections will be achieved, and actual results could differ materially from those projected as a result of certain risk factors. A discussion of these risk factors is included in the Company’s periodic reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

About Dunkin’ Donuts
Founded in 1950, Dunkin’ Donuts is America’s favorite all-day, everyday stop for coffee and baked goods. Dunkin’ Donuts is a market leader in the hot regular/decaf/flavored coffee, iced coffee, donut, bagel and muffin categories. Dunkin’ Donuts has earned the No. 1 ranking for customer loyalty in the coffee category by Brand Keys for eight years running. The company has more than 11,000 restaurants in 36 countries worldwide. Based in Canton, Mass., Dunkin’ Donuts is part of the Dunkin’ Brands Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: DNKN) family of companies. For more information, visit www.DunkinDonuts.com.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Justin Drake
781-737-5200
justin.drake@dunkinbrands.com