After settling in to its new home base in Scottsdale, Arizona, Maui Wowi® Hawaiian Coffees & Smoothies is targeting The Grand Canyon State for franchise expansion in 2017. The Hawaiian-themed mobile beverage franchise was acquired by Kahala Brands™ in late 2015 and is now looking to expand with multi-unit franchisees. The brand projects opening 15 units throughout Arizona in the next year.
Already working toward its goal of 15 new mobile carts, Maui Wowi has spent the first few months of 2017 securing contracts at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick® in Scottsdale and Chase Field in Phoenix. Through strategic franchise partnerships, the company is looking to follow up on its early success by opening its signature mobile tiki huts, known as Ka'anapali Carts, in entertainment venues, sporting arenas and universities, while expanding its footprint at spring training.
Targeted development areas for the premium coffee and blended fruit smoothie franchise include Phoenix and the nearby Scottsdale and Tempe communities, Tucson, Flagstaff and Yuma. The company is actively seeking multi-unit operators who are passionate about the Aloha Spirit and committed to providing an outstanding guest experience. Franchise prospects should have a minimum of $100,000 net worth and $75,000 in liquid capital.
The versatile mobile carts are easily transportable and fully equipped to blend smoothies and brew premium Hawaiian coffee on location. There are no set territorie, but franchisees can protect events, allowing them to return year after year. This provides franchisees with protection without restriction and the flexibility to take their business to the people.