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Dunkin’ Donuts https://www.dunkindonuts.com/ announced today the signing of a multi-unit store development agreement with Roadrunner Markets for seven new restaurants in Tri-Cities, Tenn. and the surrounding areas of Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia. The first two locations are anticipated to open in 2011 and the remainder by 2015. Dunkin’ Donuts development in Tri-Cities is part of a steady and strategic growth strategy, which includes expanding in existing markets while entering new cities across the country to help drive the leading coffee and bakery chain’s growth.
Roadrunner Markets currently operates 90 convenience stores under the Shell, BP, Chevron and Sunoco brands. The principals of the company have extensive experience in the development, acquisition, construction and operation of convenience stores in the states of Tennessee, Virginia, North Carolina and South Carolina. In addition, they have negotiated contracts, developed space and acted as landlord for 16 fast food franchises.
“We are excited to expand our portfolio to include Dunkin’ Donuts and look forward to playing an important role in the daily lives of people who live and work in the Tri-Cities community,” said Ryan Broyles, president, Roadrunner Markets.