Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory Launches First Fully Redesigned Store in Charleston, South Carolina
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory (NASDAQ: RMCF) announces the grand opening of its first fully redesigned store in Charleston, South Carolina, marking its debut in the state. The store, opening June 3, 2025, at 415 King Street, represents the beginning of a nationwide brand transformation. The location is operated by experienced franchisees Ross and Mackenzie Theesen, along with local operator Mike Hill.
The Charleston store showcases RMCF's complete brand overhaul, featuring a new store design, updated logo, fresh packaging, and modern color palette. This transformation is part of a broader initiative to refresh nearly 150 U.S. locations and 100 co-branded Cold Stone Creamery stores. The company aims to expand its premium retail footprint in major metropolitan areas, targeting over $100 million in annual retail sales.
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory (NASDAQ: RMCF) annuncia l'inaugurazione del suo primo negozio completamente rinnovato a Charleston, South Carolina, segnando il suo debutto nello stato. Il negozio, che aprirà il 3 giugno 2025 in 415 King Street, rappresenta l'inizio di una trasformazione del marchio a livello nazionale. La sede è gestita dai franchising esperti Ross e Mackenzie Theesen, insieme all'operatore locale Mike Hill.
Il negozio di Charleston mette in mostra il completo restyling del brand RMCF, con un nuovo design del negozio, logo aggiornato, confezioni rinnovate e una palette di colori moderna. Questa trasformazione fa parte di un'iniziativa più ampia per rinnovare quasi 150 sedi negli Stati Uniti e 100 negozi co-branded Cold Stone Creamery. L'azienda punta a espandere la sua presenza retail premium nelle principali aree metropolitane, con l'obiettivo di superare 100 milioni di dollari di vendite annuali al dettaglio.
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory (NASDAQ: RMCF) anuncia la gran inauguración de su primera tienda completamente rediseñada en Charleston, Carolina del Sur, marcando su debut en el estado. La tienda, que abrirá el 3 de junio de 2025 en 415 King Street, representa el inicio de una transformación nacional de la marca. El local está operado por los experimentados franquiciados Ross y Mackenzie Theesen, junto con el operador local Mike Hill.
La tienda de Charleston muestra la renovación completa de la marca RMCF, con un nuevo diseño de tienda, logo actualizado, empaques frescos y una paleta de colores moderna. Esta transformación forma parte de una iniciativa más amplia para renovar casi 150 ubicaciones en EE. UU. y 100 tiendas co-marcadas Cold Stone Creamery. La empresa busca expandir su presencia minorista premium en las principales áreas metropolitanas, con la meta de superar 100 millones de dólares en ventas anuales.
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory (NASDAQ: RMCF)가 사우스캐롤라이나주 찰스턴에서 완전히 새롭게 디자인된 첫 매장의 그랜드 오픈을 발표하며 해당 주에 처음 진출했습니다. 2025년 6월 3일 415 King Street에 오픈하는 이 매장은 전국적인 브랜드 변신의 시작을 알립니다. 매장은 경험이 풍부한 가맹주 Ross와 Mackenzie Theesen, 그리고 지역 운영자 Mike Hill이 함께 운영합니다.
찰스턴 매장은 RMCF의 완전한 브랜드 리뉴얼을 선보이며, 새로운 매장 디자인, 업데이트된 로고, 신선한 포장, 현대적인 색상 팔레트를 특징으로 합니다. 이 변화는 미국 내 약 150개 매장과 100개 공동 브랜드 Cold Stone Creamery 매장을 새롭게 단장하는 광범위한 이니셔티브의 일환입니다. 회사는 주요 대도시 지역에서 프리미엄 소매 입지를 확장하여 연간 1억 달러 이상의 소매 매출을 목표로 하고 있습니다.
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory (NASDAQ : RMCF) annonce l'ouverture officielle de son premier magasin entièrement repensé à Charleston, en Caroline du Sud, marquant ainsi son arrivée dans cet État. Le magasin, qui ouvrira ses portes le 3 juin 2025 au 415 King Street, représente le début d'une transformation nationale de la marque. Le site est exploité par les franchisés expérimentés Ross et Mackenzie Theesen, ainsi que par l'opérateur local Mike Hill.
Le magasin de Charleston présente la refonte complète de la marque RMCF, avec un nouveau design de magasin, un logo actualisé, un emballage frais et une palette de couleurs moderne. Cette transformation s'inscrit dans le cadre d'une initiative plus large visant à renouveler près de 150 sites aux États-Unis et 100 magasins co-brandés Cold Stone Creamery. L'entreprise vise à étendre sa présence premium dans les grandes zones métropolitaines, avec pour objectif de dépasser 100 millions de dollars de ventes annuelles.
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory (NASDAQ: RMCF) kündigt die feierliche Eröffnung seines ersten vollständig neu gestalteten Geschäfts in Charleston, South Carolina, an und markiert damit den Einstieg in diesen Bundesstaat. Das Geschäft, das am 3. Juni 2025 in der 415 King Street eröffnet wird, stellt den Beginn einer landesweiten Markenverwandlung dar. Der Standort wird von den erfahrenen Franchisenehmern Ross und Mackenzie Theesen sowie dem lokalen Betreiber Mike Hill geführt.
Das Charleston-Geschäft präsentiert die komplette Markenüberarbeitung von RMCF mit neuem Ladenlayout, aktualisiertem Logo, frischer Verpackung und moderner Farbpalette. Diese Transformation ist Teil einer umfassenderen Initiative zur Erneuerung von fast 150 US-Standorten sowie 100 Co-Branding Cold Stone Creamery-Filialen. Das Unternehmen plant, seine Premium-Einzelhandelspräsenz in großen Metropolregionen auszubauen und strebt dabei einen Jahresumsatz von über 100 Millionen US-Dollar an.
- First store opening in South Carolina, expanding geographical presence
- Experienced franchisees with proven track record (5th RMCF location)
- Strategic location in high-traffic tourist and culinary destination
- Part of larger expansion targeting $100M annual retail sales
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DURANGO, Colo., May 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory Inc. (Nasdaq: RMCF) (the “Company”, “we”, or “RMCF”), America’s Chocolatier™ and a leading franchiser of a premium chocolate and confectionary retail store concept, is proud to announce the grand opening of its first fully redesigned store, located at 415 King Street in the heart of Charleston, South Carolina. The new location opens to the public on June 3, 2025, marking the Company’s first presence in the state and signaling the beginning of a nationwide transformation of the Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory brand.
Owned and operated by seasoned franchisees Ross and Mackenzie Theesen, alongside Charleston local and day-to-day operator Mike Hill, the new store brings RMCF’s renowned premium chocolates, gourmet caramel apples, and handcrafted confections to one of the most iconic and historic shopping districts in the Southeast. This is Ross and Mackenzie’s fifth RMCF location, underscoring their deep commitment to the brand and its future. Together, the team brings a blend of multi-unit franchise experience and local insight to support RMCF’s expansion into South Carolina.
“We are honored to bring the reimagined Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory experience to Charleston,” said Ross Theesen. “The energy on King Street is incredible, and we’re excited to open more RMCF stores across South Carolina with a fresh look that matches the quality of our confections. Being part of the brand’s evolution has been exciting, and we’re proud to help lead the way with this flagship location.”
The Charleston store is the first in the company’s system to fully embody RMCF’s new identity —including a reimagined store design, updated logo, fresh packaging, and an elevated brand color palette—all reflecting a new look and feel that aligns with the Company’s vision for the future. Inside, customers will experience a welcoming, modern aesthetic that blends the whimsical nature of chocolate with a refined retail space designed for gifting, indulgence, and memorable moments.
This opening is part of a sweeping national rebrand effort by Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory that will refresh nearly 150 locations across the U.S., in addition to nearly 100 co-branded stores with Cold Stone Creamery. The transformation also extends to RMCF’s E-Commerce channels, which will soon relaunch with a redesigned website, updated imagery, and a cohesive new brand message.
Charleston was selected for this flagship launch due to its rich cultural heritage, strong tourism and culinary prominence, making it the perfect setting to introduce the next generation of America’s Chocolatier. As part of the Company’s broader growth strategy, RMCF is targeting major metropolitan areas to expand its premium retail footprint, with long-term goals of exceeding
The Charleston location will be open daily from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM. The Company invites you to explore the newly redesigned store and enjoy its full assortment of handcrafted chocolates and confections.
About Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, Inc.
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, Inc. is a leading franchiser of a premium chocolate and confectionary retail store concept. As America’s Chocolatier™, the Company has been producing an extensive line of premium chocolates and other confectionery products, including gourmet caramel apples since 1981. Headquartered in Durango, Colorado, Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory is ranked among Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500® for 2025 and Franchise Times’ Franchise 400® for 2024. The Company and its franchisees and licensees operate nearly 260 Rocky Mountain Chocolate stores across the United States, with several international locations. The Company's common stock is listed on the Nasdaq Global Market under the symbol "RMCF."
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