Hormel Foods, the makers of Hormel Pepperoni, and the maker of the Happy Little Plants products, are introducing new Happy Little Plants pepperoni style topping at select Papa Murphy’s locations across the country. “Chefs and restaurateurs are very aware of today’s dynamic food landscape and consumers’ desire to add more plant-based foods to their diets, […]
Papa Murphy’s is teaming up with No Kid Hungry during this coronavirus pandemic to feed kids in need, particularly the many vulnerable children across the country that are losing the meals they depend on during school closures. Together—with No Kid Hungry and our generous guests—Papa Murphy’s aims to make a positive impact, one pizza at […]
MTY Food Group Inc. and Papa Murphy’s Holdings, Inc. announced that MTY has successfully completed its previously announced offer to purchase all outstanding shares of common stock of Papa Murphy’s at a per share price of $6.45, net to the seller in cash, without interest and less any applicable withholding taxes. The Tender Offer was […]
Papa Murphy’s is refranchising its company-owned stores in Colorado to Fresh Take, LLC, an entity owned by existing franchise owners Ryan McCallister, Tyler Ross, and Brad Seymore. Following the transaction, Fresh Take will operate a total of 28 Papa Murphy’s stores across the state of Colorado. Papa Murphy’s remains focused on refranchising the majority of […]
Papa Murphy’s named Laura Szeliga its new chief marketing officer effective February 21. With Papa Murphy’s, Szeliga will have responsibility for the development and implementation of breakthrough, insight-based brand strategies, and marketing plans designed to drive profitable sales. Szeliga joins Papa Murphy’s from Provide Commerce, most recently serving as senior vice president and general manager […]
Papa Murphy’s Holdings, Inc. announced financial results for its third quarter ended October 2. Key financial highlights for the third quarter of 2017 include the following: Revenue was $26.8 million compared to $28.5 million in the third quarter of 2016. Domestic system comparable store sales decreased 4.1 percent compared to the third quarter of 2016, […]
Papa Murphy’s Holdings, Inc. announced that Chief Financial Officer Mark Hutchens has been promoted to the role of Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of the Company, effective immediately.
Papa Murphy’s Holdings, Inc. announced a pilot partnership with Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals, which raises funds and awareness for local children’s hospitals to provide treatment for millions of children each year. To support these efforts, Papa Murphy’s will host a charitable giving campaign at participating Papa Murphy’s stores in the Memphis, St. Louis and Minneapolis […]
Papa Murphy’s Holdings Inc. announced that industry veteran Weldon Spangler has been named as CEO and director, effective July 17. Jean Birch, interim CEO, will remain as chair of the board of directors. “I am pleased to welcome Weldon to the Papa Murphy’s team. Weldon is a seasoned leader with over 30 years of restaurant […]
Papa Murphy’s Holdings, Inc. announced national delivery service through Grubhub, the nation’s leading takeout marketplace. Nine company-owned stores in the Colorado and Denver area launched with the delivery service in late May, and an additional 17 franchisee-owned stores will be added over the next two weeks. “Our product is uniquely positioned for success with delivery […]
Papa Murphy’s Holdings, Inc. announced financial results for its first quarter ended April 3, 2017. Key financial highlights for the first quarter of 2017 include the following: Revenue was $32 million compared to $33 million in the first quarter of 2016. Domestic system comparable store sales decreased 5 percent, including a 4.5 percent decrease at […]
Papa Murphy’s Holdings, Inc. announced an addition to their service—delivery from Amazon Restaurants in seven company-owned stores in the Portland and Seattle areas. “Partnering with Amazon Restaurants makes us even more convenient for our customers,” says Jean Birch, chair of the board and interim chief executive officer of Papa Murphy’s Holdings, Inc. “Our product is […]
Papa Murphy’s Holdings, Inc. announced complete financial results for the 14-week fourth quarter and 53-week fiscal year ended January 2, having previously announced preliminary results for those periods. Key financial highlights for the 14-week fourth quarter of 2016 ended January 2, 2017, compared to the 13-week fourth quarter ended December 28, 2015, were as follows: […]
Papa Murphy’s Holdings, Inc. announced a new Growth Market Development Incentive focused on attracting and partnering with experienced, development-oriented operators that align with the growing brand’s values and culture. Qualified franchisees signing area development agreements in select, larger markets through 2017 may be eligible for more than $75,000 per store in financial incentives including: Zero […]
Papa Murphy’s Holdings, Inc. announced a new Growth Market Development Incentive focused on attracting and partnering with experienced, development-oriented operators that align with the growing brand’s values and culture. Qualified franchisees signing area development agreements in select, larger markets through 2017 may be eligible for more than $75,000 per store in financial incentives including: Zero […]
Papa Murphy’s Holdings, Inc. announced the launch of the brand’s first national advertising campaign, “Papa Murphy’s Law”, to accelerate the company’s growth as a national brand. Launching on January 23, the campaign will run for three weeks. The campaign draws inspiration from Papa Murphy’s core target audience of families. Using humor to highlight the mayhem […]