Marco’s Pizza, the fastest-growing pizza franchise in the United States, is celebrating its milestone 700th location in Tyler, Texas, by delivering 7,000 pizzas to first responders all over the country March 13–19. The gesture is Marco’s way of saying thank you to the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s IS-700 program, which prepares local police, firefighters, and […]
In an effort to inspire other businesses to help out communities in times of need, Toledo, Ohio–Marco’s Pizza donated and delivered 6,000 gallons of water, valued at $6,000, to Flint, Michigan, on Wednesday, January 27. The Toledo community experienced its own contaminated water issues in 2014, when an explosive algae bloom on Lake Erie made […]
Marco’s Pizza, the nation’s fastest-growing pizza franchise with nearly 700 locations in 35 states, the Bahamas, Puerto Rico, and India, announced that president and COO Bryon Stephens will be featured on CBS’s award-winning series “Undercover Boss.” Stephens’ undercover experience, which he described as “eye-opening,” provided new insights that resulted in meaningful changes for the brand […]
As candidates chewed over issues like the economy, foreign policy, and income inequality in both the Democratic and GOP debates, Americans were indulging in pizza in record numbers for both parties, according to data gathered from more than 650 Marco’s Pizza stores in 35 states nationwide. The Toledo, Ohio–based fast-growing pizza chain tracked orders across […]
Tonight the Democrats will host their first nationally televised debate of the election season—and Marco’s Pizza will be ready for a spike in delivery orders. During the previous two Republican debates, the Ohio-based pizza brand witnessed an increase in delivery orders of 21 percent in August and 40 percent in September. “We’re going to prepare […]
Marco’s Pizza, the fastest growing pizza franchise in the United States, is targeting the Rocky Mountain states for growth. With 15 franchise locations already open and operating throughout Colorado and Wyoming, the company has announced plans to open more than 35 additional locations through strategic franchise partnerships in the coming years. The new franchise locations […]
Marco’s Pizza may have christened its new test kitchen this summer with the conception and market introduction of two well-received brownie flavors, but executives of the 640-unit franchise are also using the culinary lab to develop and perfect assets of a much grander nature—its people. So far, the test kitchen—part of a new 3,500-square-foot corporate […]
Marco’s Pizza has created two new desserts to tap into a summer flavor trend: s’mores. Marco’s S’mores Brownie and Double Chocolate Brownie are made with Ghirardelli chocolate chips, cocoa powder, and sauce, creating a decadent flavor profile that elevates these classic desserts. Just like the campfire treat, Marco’s S’mores Brownie is topped with toasted marshmallows, […]
Passengers were treated to Marco’s Pizza when it was delivered right to their grounded plane in Knoxville, Tennessee. Delta flight 561 was diverted on its path from Philadelphia to Atlanta and forced to land in Knoxville, Tennessee, to wait out bad weather. A few hours later, a surprised Ashley Akins—manager of a nearby Marco’s Pizza […]
Marco's Pizza has named Darren Gray as its senior director of menu and culinary innovation. Gray is experienced in the field with extensive experience in the food and restaurant industry, including 20 years of experience with nationally recognized brands. Gray's deeply rooted passion and understanding for menu development and culinary innovation has led to a […]
Following the debut of a brand new corporate training facility, Marco’s Pizza announcedthe appointment of former Command Sergeant Roderick Sanders to senior director of learning and development. In his new role, Sanders will be responsible for creating and executing all training and development initiatives with a focus on operational excellence. Starting in February, Sanders will lead […]
Marco’s Pizza added two new pizzas to its menu: Spicy Fresco Three Cheese and Spicy Double Pepperoni Fresco. Both pizzas are limited-time offers and will be available at participating Marco’s Pizza locations nationwide from August 4 through October 26. The signature ingredient on both pizzas is Marco’s special Giardiniera, an authentic Italian pepper relish that […]
With a new recipe that combines Italian and Mediterranean flavors, Marco’s Pizza, branded as the “Ah!thentic Italian Pizza” company, will introduce the Grilled Chicken Florentine pizza on March 24. Grilled Chicken Florentine is a limited-time offering as a complement to their lineup of premium chicken specialty pizzas. The new Grilled Chicken Florentine is a recipe […]
Marco's Pizza opened 109 new locations across the country in 2013 and increased system-wide sales by more than 32 percent, resulting from a growth strategy that focused on implementing best practices and efficient systems and building a positive company culture. Overall, the approach contributed to doubling the company's size in five years. Currently, the […]
After adding 61 stores in 2011 and 62 stores in 2012, Marco’s expects to surpass its goal of adding 104 stores in 2013 and will likely close out the year with 110 new franchises. The growth trend will pick up more speed in 2014 as the brand sets its sights on becoming a category leader. […]
Aside from product quality, Marco’s Pizza’s success in the marketplace has been driven by strong leadership and innovative operational and marketing strategies. Marco's Pizza is on track to open 104 new locations in 2013. More than 1,500 new franchises have been signed, which means the company will quadruple its store count in the coming five […]
The combination of innovative financing plans, strategic partnerships, and food standards that require fundamentals such as fresh, never-frozen cheese and dough made daily at each location, have contributed to robust growth momentum for 325-unit Marco’s Pizza. Among several indicators demonstrating its growth are industry rankings that have continuously spiked year over year. Marco’s Pizza jumped 15 spots […]