May 22, 2013

Doc Popcorn

Mother Knows Best
February 2013

No longer do women have to choose between a career and motherhood. But finding time to work and have a successful foodservice career—while also raising kids and staying in tune with a busy family—can be a daunting challenge.

“The restaurants are very important to us, but...

The Power of Mom
January 2013

In the spirit of QSR’s Year of Women in Foodservice initiative, we’re dedicating a monthly section to recognizing the issues that affect women in foodservice and the contributions they make in our industry. If you know a woman with an inspiring story to share or an issue you...

Doc Popcorn Opens 70th Location in New York

Underscoring its position as a leader in the multibillion-dollar snack industry, Doc Popcorn announced the opening of its 70th location.

This opening marks a major milestone for Doc Popcorn, as it secures its status as the largest popcorn retailer in the world.

A local...

Doc Popcorn is "Popping for Pink" This October

In conjunction with Breast Cancer Awareness Month and National Popcorn Popping Month, Doc Popcorn has announced the launch of its “Popping for Pink” campaign.

During the month of October, Doc Popcorn guests at participating locations who donate $1 to breast cancer prevention...

Doc Popcorn Prescribes New Location in Arkansas Mall

Local entrepreneur Adam Sinnard is fulfilling Jonesboro, Arkansas’ snack cravings, offering a delicious, all-natural, fresh-popped snack, with his recently opened Doc Popcorn at 3000 E. Highland Drive in The Mall at Turtle Creek.

Located in front of JCPenney, Doc Popcorn’s...

The New Food Court
December 2011

Ever since the first farmers packed up their produce to sell in the town square, food has been an important part of the shopping experience. But lately, it seems the food is better than ever.

At the Macy’s in Chicago, celebrity chefs like Rick Bayless have set up shop with their own...

A Better Way to Hire Crew
October 2011

A 14-year veteran of the stock-trading industry who once controlled the trading desk for Washington Mutual, Cary Cheung has immersed himself in the quick-serve world. The Doc Popcorn franchisee has two units, one in Escondido and West Covina, California.

Working with Your Board is a Give, Take
August 2011

Headlines touting a power struggle between the CEO and board of directors of a company usually garner more attention than those championing the successes of such relationships. But the partnership between a CEO and his company’s board of directors is crucial to the success of many...

Doc's Poppin' Up in Illinois

Doc Popcorn, the only fresh-popped, all-natural flavored popcorn franchisor on the planet, announced that it has signed a franchise agreement with Bruce and Ellen Burr to open a location in Vernon Hills, Illinois. The new Doc Popcorn will be the brand’s first location to open in Illinois...

Family Team Takes Doc Popcorn Into San Diego

Husband-and-wife team Jon and Cris Kirkland and their son Austin are satisfying San Diego’s snack cravings with their recently opened Doc Popcorn at Westfield Plaza Camino Real Mall, offering an all-...

Doc Popcorn Inks 25th Franchise Agreement

Less than 18 months into its strategic franchise growth plan, Doc Popcorn awarded its 25th franchise agreement.

The fresh-popped, all-natural flavored popcorn franchise inked the agreement with Cherri Oglesby, a North Brunswick, New Jersey, resident who is transitioning into...

How to Hook ’Em
July 2010

There are two ways to sell fast food: get customers to come to your location, or go where people already are. The throngs at fairs, festivals, sporting events, and other gatherings—especially during the summer and fall—have become a tempting target for more...