Edible Arrangements, the pioneer and leader in hand-sculpted, fresh-fruit arrangements, has experienced strong growth in 2009 with the opening of 74 new stores and franchise agreements for more than 85 locations in the U.S. and internationally. Currently, Edible Arrangements has over 940 locations with the goal to reach 1,000 units by the end of 2010.
In addition to its strong franchise sales, Edible Arrangements also experienced an unprecedented year with double digit growth in the U.S. and Canada. The company’s unit growth was concentrated in Texas and the Midwest with stores also opening in California, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, Virginia along with other markets across the country. In addition, development agreements have been signed with new and existing franchisees for the opening of more than 85 stores in the U.S., Rome, Hong Kong and Turkey.