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WILDBERRY LEMONADE RETURNS TO PRETZELMAKER® MENU AS PART OF "WILD & TWISTED" SUMMER CELEBRATION

July 20, 2010
Pretzelmaker® / Pretzel Time® announced today the return of the popular Wildberry Lemonade flavor as part of their "Wild & Twisted" summer combo celebration. The combo, available for a limited time, includes a Wildberry Lemonade beverage, a soft pretzel (with or without salt) and choice of several dipping sauces... > Learn more
 

GREAT AMERICAN COOKIES® CELEBRATES SUMMER WITH NEW 5 COMBOS FOR $5 EACH DEAL

July 7, 2010
Great American Cookies®, today announced that the company has launched a series of new combo deals just in time for summer. The 5 Combos for $5 Each offer, available now at participating Great American Cookies stores nationwide, allows customers to mix and match their favorite flavors for just $5... > Learn more
 

GREAT AMERICAN COOKIES® ANNOUNCES WINNER OF 2010 GREAT AMERICAN GRAD CONTEST

June 24, 2010
Great American Cookies®, creators of the original Cookie Cake, today announced the winners of their first-ever Great American Grad Contest. The contest, which was conducted completely online at www.greatamericancookies.com asked graduates to tell the world, in 200 words or less, what makes them the "Great American Grad"... > Learn more
 

GREAT AMERICAN COOKIES® CELEBRATES DAD WITH DOZENS OF FATHER'S DAY COOKIE CAKE DESIGNS

June 14, 2010
With Father's Day just around the corner, Great American Cookies® is inviting customers to celebrate what makes their dad one of a kind with a made-to-order Cookie Cake created just for him. Cookie Cakes, one of the company's signature products, are available in a variety of sizes and feature festive designs for any... > Learn more
 

MARBLE SLAB CREAMERY® TEAMS UP WITH SANDRA LEE FOR SANDRA LEE'S TASTE OF SUMMER BENEFITING SHARE OUR STRENGTH®

June 2, 2010
Marble Slab Creamery is pleased to be working with Sandra Lee and Share our Strength® in an effort to end childhood hunger in America. Marble Slab Creamery has titled the program, Sandra Lee's Taste of Summer, as Sandra Lee will debut 16 new ice cream Tasty Creations combining Marble Slab Creamery's freshly made ice cream with delicious
mixins... > Learn more
 

MAGGIEMOO'S® ICE CREAM AND TREATERY PRESENTS NEW "SUMMER OF FUN" CELEBRATION

May 27, 2010
MaggieMoo's® Ice Cream and Treatery announces its "Summer of Fun" celebration, which will introduce four new Ice Cream Flavors and corresponding Fresh Escape combinations. The program is kicking-off with Watermelon Taffy Tower™ featuring new Watermelon Taffy Ice Cream... > Learn more
 

PRETZELMAKER® ADDS NEW MINI PRETZEL DOGS TO MENU

May 12, 2010
Pretzelmaker® / Pretzel Time® announced today that the company has introduced Mini Pretzel Dogs, their newest pretzel creation. Mini Pretzel Dogs, miniature all-beef hot dogs wrapped in Pretzelmaker's original pretzel dough, are currently being featured in stores across the country... > Learn more
 

GREAT AMERICAN COOKIES® COOKIE CAKES: THE PERFECT SWEET TREAT FOR MOMS & GRADS

May 4, 2010
No matter what you're celebrating this spring, Great American Cookies®, innovators of the original Cookie Cake, has your event covered. Whether it's a large party for the graduate in your life or an intimate family gathering for Mother's Day, Great American Cookies offers a variety of Cookie Cake options for any occasion... > Learn more
 

GREAT AMERICAN COOKIES® ASKS "ARE YOU THE GREAT AMERICAN GRAD?"

April 8, 2010
Great American Cookies® announced today that the company has launched the 2010 Great American Grads Contest.
The contest, which runs through May 2, was developed as a way to honor and reward graduates from across
the country... > Learn more
 

ACTOR LIAM HEMSWORTH AND MAGGIEMOO'S ICE CREAM AND TREATERY® HOST AN ICE CREAM PIZZA SCREENING PARTY FOR VARIETY BOYS & GIRLS CLUB

April 1, 2010
In honor of April Fools' Day, actor Liam Hemsworth and Miss Maggie Moo, ice cream celebutante for MaggieMoo's Ice Cream and Treatery, surprised the Variety Boys & Girls Club of Los Angeles with a private ice cream pizza screening party of Liam's new movie, "The Last Song."... > Learn more
 

PRETZELMAKER® WANTS YOU TO "SING FOR YOUR SNACK" THIS NATIONAL PRETZEL DAY!

March 31, 2010
Pretzelmaker® / Pretzel Time® announced today that the company will once again host a National Pretzel Day celebration on April 26 at its 300 stores across the country*. This year the company is putting a new "twist" on the holiday by asking customers to "sing for your snack."... > Learn more
 

"ACCESSORIZE YOUR SPRING" COMPLIMENTS OF TAF® (THE ATHLETE'S FOOT®)

March 23, 2010
TAF®, previously known as The Athlete's Foot®, announced today the launch of a 10-day spring giveaway hosted at www.theathletesfoot.com. The Accessorize Your Spring giveaway aims to encourage everyday athletes to get out and get fit this season. The promotion is supported by NexCen Franchise Management, Inc., a subsidiary of NexCen
Brands, Inc... > Learn more
 

MAGGIEMOO'S ICE CREAM AND TREATERY® REWARDS CUSTOMERS WITH FREE ICE CREAM PIZZA ON TAX DAY

March 17, 2010
MaggieMoo's Ice Cream and Treatery® has announced an "E-cone-omic" Relief Package for its customers this Tax Day, April 15. Participating U.S. treateries will give away free slices of its new, one-of-a-kind MaggieMia's™ Ice Cream Pizza from 3 to 7pm.*... > Learn more
 

GREAT AMERICAN COOKIES® OFFERS FANS $100 FOR DOUBLE DOOZIE® TWEETS

February 23, 2010
Great American Cookies® is celebrating one of the brand's signature creations this spring - the Double Doozie®. A Double Doozie is two cookies sandwiched around a layer of white icing and is one of the company's most decadent offerings as well as a customer favorite... > Learn more
 

PRETZELMAKER® SHAKES UP BLENDED DRINK MENU

February 17, 2010
Pretzelmaker / Pretzel Time announced today that the company is adding a twist to its lineup of blended drinks and rolling out two new popular flavors for 2010 - Mango Madness and Power Pomegranate. In addition to introducing the new flavors, Pretzelmaker has renamed all of their current flavors as part of a system-wide effort to feature the blended drink category in stores... > Learn more
 

MARBLE SLAB CREAMERY® INTRODUCES NEW CHOCOLATE-COVERED STRAWBERRIES FOR VALENTINE'S DAY

February 4, 2010
Marble Slab Creamery has announced the arrival of new chocolate-covered strawberries, just in time for Valentine's Day. The chef-driven brand will feature four different preparations of the strawberries: milk chocolate-covered, white chocolate-covered, milk chocolate drizzled with white chocolate and white chocolate drizzled with milk chocolate...
> Learn more
 

MAGGIEMOO'S ICE CREAM AND TREATERY® GETS CUSTOMERS "IN THE MOO'D" FOR VALENTINE'S DAY WITH NEW PINK CHAMPAGNE SORBET AND DREAM CAKES FOR TWO

January 28, 2010
MaggieMoo's Ice Cream and Treatery, known for ice cream innovation, announced the expansion of the company's line of super-premium ice cream products to include a new Pink Champagne sorbet and Dream Cakes for Two....
> Learn more
 

NEXCEN FRANCHISE MANAGEMENT HONORS EXCEPTIONAL GREAT AMERICAN COOKIES® FRANCHISEES

January 26, 2010
NexCen Franchise Management recently recognized outstanding franchisees of the Great American Cookies brand at the company's annual conference in Atlanta. Great American Cookies is managed by NexCen Franchise Management, Inc., a subsidiary of NexCen Brands, Inc... > Learn more
 

NEXCEN FRANCHISE MANAGEMENT HONORS EXCEPTIONAL MAGGIEMOO'S ICE CREAM & TREATERY® FRANCHISEES

January 26, 2010
NexCen Franchise Management recently recognized outstanding franchisees of the MaggieMoo's Ice Cream & Treatery brand at the company's annual conference in Atlanta. MaggieMoo's is managed by NexCen Franchise Management, Inc., a subsidiary of NexCen Brands, Inc... > Learn more
 

NEXCEN FRANCHISE MANAGEMENT HONORS EXCEPTIONAL MARBLE SLAB CREAMERY® FRANCHISEES

January 26, 2010
NexCen Franchise Management recently recognized outstanding franchisees of the Marble Slab Creamery brand at the company's annual conference in Atlanta. Marble Slab Creamery is managed by NexCen Franchise Management, Inc., a subsidiary of NexCen Brands, Inc... > Learn more
 

NEXCEN FRANCHISE MANAGEMENT HONORS EXCEPTIONAL PRETZELMAKER® FRANCHISEES

January 26, 2010
NexCen Franchise Management recently recognized outstanding franchisees of the Pretzelmaker brand at the company's annual conference in Atlanta. Pretzelmaker is managed by NexCen Franchise Management, Inc., a subsidiary of NexCen Brands, Inc... > Learn more
 

"EXPRESS YOURSELF!" THIS VALENTINE'S DAY WITH GREAT AMERICAN COOKIES®

January 21, 2010
Great American Cookies®, innovators of the original Cookie Cake, is offering customers a number of new and unique gift options this Valentine's Day. During the 2010 "Express Yourself!" promotion, the company will add several new romantic designs to their current lineup of heart-shaped Cookie Cake creations... > Learn more
 

TAF® LAUNCHES BRAND-EXCLUSIVE ADIDAS SHOE FOR THE HOLIDAYS

December 8, 2009
TAF® previously known as The Athlete's Foot®, announced today that it is launching a brand-exclusive adidas shoe in two color-ways for the holidays. The newly rebranded TAF continues to focus on addressing the needs of today's lifestyle-oriented consumers. The addition of the new adidas model is an exciting fusion of the two legendary brands in the performance footwear industry... > Learn more
 

MAGGIEMOO'S ICE CREAM AND TREATERY® ANNOUNCES NEW HOLIDAY ICE CREAM CAKE AND CUPCAKES

November 19, 2009
MaggieMoo's Ice Cream and Treatery® announced today the introduction of new holiday-themed ice cream cupcakes and a new Winter Wonderland Cake. The award-winning ice cream brand is the innovator of the ice cream cupcake and has expanded the line to include new designs and flavors for the winter season. MaggieMoo's® is managed by NexCen Franchise Management, Inc., a subsidiary of NexCen Brands, Inc... > Learn more
 

MARBLE SLAB CREAMERY® LAUNCHES THE NEW MARBLESLAB.COM

November 17, 2009
Marble Slab Creamery® continues its rebranding initiative with the launch of the new MarbleSlab.com. The brand announced earlier this year that it was repositioning its global brand image to reconnect with its chef-driven roots and emphasize the gourmet experience... > Learn more
 

PRETZELMAKER® CREATES "THE 4 BUCK HOOK UP" SONG & VIDEO DURING NATIONAL PROMOTION

November 16, 2009
Pretzelmaker® announced today that the Company has released an exclusive song and video for its "4 Buck Hook Up" value offer featuring 16-year-old St. Louis musician Morrion J. Henderson, aka "Goofy Boi"... > Learn more
 

GREAT AMERICAN COOKIES® BRINGS "ALIENS IN THE ATTIC" DOWN TO EARTH

October 30, 2009
Great American Cookies®, innovators of the original Cookie Cake, announced today that the company has partnered with Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment to promote the November 2009 Blu-ray and DVD release of "Aliens in the Attic"... > Learn more
 

SHOEBOX NEW YORK® DEBUTS NEW STORE DESIGN IN STYLE

October 28, 2009
Shoebox New York®, the first multi-brand women's luxury footwear franchise, officially unveiled its new store design yesterday at an event in Greenvale, NY. The guest list for the cocktail reception included an array of professionals from the fashion, retail and franchising industries... > Learn more
 

GREAT AMERICAN COOKIES® ANNOUNCES WINNERS OF 2009 GREAT AMERICAN DAD CONTEST

October 26, 2009
Great American Cookies®, innovators of the original Cookie Cake and creators of the Great American Dad Contest, announced today the winners of the first-ever Great American Dad Contest... > Learn more
 

PRETZELMAKER® ROLLS OUT PUMPKIN SPICE PRETZEL

October 26, 2009
Pretzelmaker® announced today that the Company is introducing a new pretzel flavor for fall - Pumpkin Spice. Available for a limited time, the specialty pretzel is topped with a crunchy pumpkin spice blend with caramel sauce either drizzled over the top or served on the side... > Learn more
 

ICE CREAM CUPCAKE INVENTOR, MAGGIEMOO'S ICE CREAM AND TREATERY® ANNOUNCES NEW HALLOWEEN ICE CREAM CUPCAKES

October 13, 2009
MaggieMoo's Ice Cream and Treatery® announced today the introduction of four new Halloween ice cream cupcakes. The brand is the innovator of the ice cream cupcake and has expanded the line to include new designs for the occasion...
> Learn more
 

GREAT AMERICAN COOKIES® OFFERS FANS A FREE COOKIE DURING OCTOBER FOR NATIONAL COOKIE MONTH

September 29, 2009
Great American Cookies®, known for fresh cookies and creative Cookie Cakes for more than three decades, announced today that the company will celebrate October as National Cookie Month... > Learn more
 

MARBLE SLAB CREAMERY®, SHAKES THINGS UP WITH A NEW LINE OF CHEF-INSPIRED MILKSHAKES

September 17, 2009
Marble Slab Creamery® announced today a line of chef-inspired shakes for "grown-up tastes." The new shakes, under the Club Marble® moniker, include Irish Cream, Espresso and Island Coffee flavors... > Learn more
 

GREAT AMERICAN COOKIES® WELCOMES FALL WITH NEW APPLE HARVEST NUT COOKIE FLAVOR

August 27, 2009
Great American Cookies®, leaders in the field of cookie innovation, are introducing their newest creation just in time for fall - Apple Harvest Nut cookie... > Learn more
 

INTRODUCING PRETZELMAKER'S NEW MAIN SQUEEZE: WILDBERRY LEMONADE

August 10, 2009
Pretzelmaker® / Pretzel Time® (Pretzelmaker) announced today that the Company will offer new Wildberry Lemonade as part of its mid-summer menu. The new flavor is being supported by an exclusive Facebook sweepstakes, "Pretzelmaker's Main Squeeze," found at www.facebook.com/pretzelmaker... > Learn more
 

MARBLE SLAB CREAMERY INTRODUCES A NEW BLACKBERRY ICE CREAM FLAVOR AND BLACKBERRY CRUMBLE COMBINATION

July 23, 2009
Marble Slab Creamery® has announced the arrival of a new Blackberry Ice Cream flavor and corresponding Blackberry Crumble Tasty Creation, which features Blackberry Ice Cream, blackberries, granola and marshmallow topping...
> Learn more
 

TAF® SENDS STUDENTS "BACK TO SCHOOL" WITH A FREE DRAWSTRING BAG ON PURCHASES OVER $50

July 8, 2009
TAF®, previously known as The Athlete's Foot®, announced today that it will be offering a gift with purchase as part of its back to school promotion this year. Customers who spend more than $50 at participating stores will receive a TAF branded extra-strength drawstring sports bag... > Learn more
 

GREAT AMERICAN COOKIES CALLS ON COOKIE MAN - A HERO FOR ALL WHO SEEK A SATISFYING TREAT

June 24, 2009
Summer belongs to action heroes and 2009 brings a new caped crusader to malls across America - Cookie Man. Great American Cookies, creator of the original Cookie Cake, has launched the company-wide rollout of George A. Cookies and Cookie Man as their official public "spokes-cookies"... > Learn more
 

MARBLE SLAB CREAMERY® ROLLS OUT A NEW COOKIE DOUGH FLAVOR & ICE CREAM COMBINATION

June 18, 2009
Marble Slab Creamery® announced that it will offer a new Cookie Dough Ice Cream flavor and corresponding Ultimate Cookie Dough Tasty Creation featuring Cookie Dough ice cream, chocolate sprinkles, cookie dough and fudge...
> Learn more
 

MAGGIEMOO'S ICE CREAM AND TREATERY® SENDS TASTE BUDS AROUND THE WORLD WITH ITS DESTINATION DELICIOUS

June 11, 2009
MaggieMoo's Ice Cream and Treatery has unveiled three new ice cream combinations and three new smoothie flavors that it will offer as part of its Destination Delicious summer celebration. MaggieMoo's is managed by NexCen Franchise Management, Inc., a subsidiary of NexCen Brands, Inc... > Learn more
 

NATIONAL PRETZEL BRAND OFFERS BONUS PRETZEL WITH PURCHASE OF THREE

June 1, 2009
Pretzelmaker® / Pretzel Time® announced today that customers who buy three pretzels will get a fourth pretzel free now through July 27. Both brands are managed by NexCen Franchise Management, Inc., a subsidiary of NexCen Brands, Inc... > Learn more
 

MARBLE SLAB CREAMERY TEAMS UP WITH TOP CHEFS FOR CELEBRITY SUNDAES PROGRAM

May 27, 2009
Marble Slab Creamery is reconnecting with its chef-driven roots this summer with the help of Season Five's Top Chef contestants, Fabio Viviani, Carla Hall and Jeff McInnis. Each chef is creating a gourmet ice cream sundae to kick-off the summer... > Learn more
 

GREAT AMERICAN COOKIES LAUNCHES NATIONWIDE SEARCH FOR THE "GREAT AMERICAN DAD"

May 14, 2009
Great American Cookies announced today that the company has launched its first-ever search for the "Great American Dad." The Great American Dad Contest began Wednesday, May 13 and runs through Friday, July 31...
> Learn more
 

MARBLE SLAB CREAMERY'S NEW LINE OF ICE CREAM CAKES OFFERS MOMS, DADS & GRADS SOMETHING SPECIAL FOR SOMEONE SPECIAL

May 4, 2009
Mothers, Fathers and Graduates nationwide can celebrate the season with a gourmet delight this year - ice cream cakes from Marble Slab Creamery. Known for the innovation of the "granite slab" technique and its chef-driven roots, the artisan ice cream provider announced three new cake designs just in time for... > Learn more
 

"CAKE THEIR DAY:" CELEBRATE MOMS, DADS AND GRADS WITH THREE NEW ICE CREAM CAKES FROM MAGGIEMOO'S ICE CREAM AND TREATERY

April 30, 2009
Forget the flowers and ties for Mother's and Father's Day and the monogrammed stationary for graduation day! This year, celebrate with something the entire family can enjoy, MaggieMoo's Ice Cream and Treatery's super-premium ice cream cakes... > Learn more
 

GREAT AMERICAN COOKIES PAYS TRIBUTE TO EVERYDAY HEROES

April 29, 2009
During the months of April, May and June, Great American Cookies encourages guests to ask themselves "Who is my everyday hero?" Great American Cookies, creators of the original Cookie Cake, celebrate the people who touch our lives every day with a wide variety of Cookie Cakes, including many new designs for 2009... > Learn more
 

MARBLE SLAB CREAMERY ANNOUNCES REBRANDING INITIATIVE

April 23, 2009
Marble Slab Creamery is repositioning its global brand image to better reflect its gourmet ice cream artistry experience. The brand is reconnecting with its chef-driven roots through a rebranding initiative that will include a new store design, new product packaging, Web site design and a new look and feel to all in-store point-of-purchase materials...
> Learn more
 

SUNDAY, APRIL 26 IS NATIONAL PRETZEL DAY! CELEBRATE WITH FREE SOFT PRETZELS AT PRETZELMAKER & PRETZEL TIME

April 21, 2009
Pretzelmaker / Pretzel Time will once again be hosting National Pretzel Day Sunday, April 26, by giving away Original Soft Pretzels (limit one per customer)... > Learn more
 

FOOTWEAR Rx: TAKE THE RIGHT STEPS THIS SPRING WITH THE ATHLETE'S FOOT (TAF)

April 9, 2009
As spring approaches, The Athlete's Foot (TAF) advises customers to take the "right steps" when buying new performance footwear. The correct pair of shoes can not only improve athletic performance but also reduces the chance of injury...
> Learn more
 

MAGGIEMOO'S ICE CREAM & TREATERY REWARDS CUSTOMERS WITH FREE ICE CREAM ON TAX DAY

March 23, 2009
MaggieMoo's Ice Cream & Treatery has announced that on April 15, 2009 participating Treateries nationwide will reward customers with one free single-scoop of ice cream in honor of Tax Day... > Learn more
 

PRETZELMAKER ROCKS NEW ONLINE GAME TO CELEBRATE COMBO*NATION

March 18, 2009
Pretzelmaker / Pretzel Time announced today that the company has launched a new online video game and sweepstakes in support of "Combo*Nation", the brand's current combo-meal promotion... > Learn more
 

GREAT AMERICAN COOKIES KICKS OFF "BROWNIE MADNESS!" PROMOTION

March 9, 2009
Great American Cookies, long known for delicious fresh-baked cookies and Cookie Cakes, announces the launch of the first-ever "Brownie Madness!" celebration. The celebration is the first time the company has made their large selection of brownie flavors the focus of a company-wide promotion... > Learn more
 

MAGGIEMOO'S ICE CREAM & TREATERY, ICE CREAM CUPCAKE INVENTOR, ANNOUNCES NINE NEW "STYLICIOUS" ICE CREAM CUPCAKES

March 2, 2009
MaggieMoo's Ice Cream & Treatery has announced the introduction of nine new "Stylicious" ice cream cupcakes. The brand is the innovator of the first ever ice cream cupcake, and has expanded the line to include new designs and flavors. MaggieMoo's is managed by NexCen Franchise Management, Inc., a subsidiary of NexCen Brands, Inc...
> Learn more
 

THE ATHLETE'S FOOT LAUNCHES TAF TV IN-STORE DIGITAL NETWORK

February 26, 2009
The Athlete's Foot (TAF), a world leader in athletic footwear franchising, has announced the launch of a new in-store digital signage network. The in-store programming, branded as TAF TV, is part of TAF's current re-branding initiative. To date, rebranding elements include a modernized logo, updated store design and a customizable merchandising system. TAF is managed by NexCen Franchise Management Inc., a subsidiary of NexCen Brands Inc... > Learn more
 

NEXCEN ANNOUNCES CONSOLIDATION OF PRETZELMAKER & PRETZEL TIME

February 23, 2009
NexCen Franchise Management, Inc. has announced that it will combine Pretzelmaker and Pretzel Time, its two mall-based pretzel concepts, beginning this April. The initial phase of the consolidation will aim to transition Pretzel Time locations to the Pretzelmaker name. Subsequently, most Pretzelmaker locations will be treated with a new logo and store design. The brands are managed by NexCen Franchise Management, Inc., a subsidiary of NexCen Brands, Inc...
> Learn more
 

GREAT AMERICAN COOKIES INTRODUCES "COOKIE CAKE CREATOR"

February 9, 2009
As social networking sites continue to reinvent how people around the globe meet and communicate, iconic brand Great American Cookies has created a new way for friends a world apart to share an electronic message through a virtual version of one company's signature Cookie Cakes... > Learn more
 

MARBLE SLAB CREAMERY CELEBRATES THIS VALENTINE'S DAY WITH ITS SIGNATURE VALENTINE'S HEART CAKE

February 2, 2009
Marble Slab Creamery is offering customers a new way to celebrate Valentine's Day this year. Known for its freshly made gourmet ice cream and the recent announcement of an entire new line of ice cream cakes and Tasty Creation ice cream combinations, the brand will celebrate the holiday with its signature Valentine's Heart ice cream cake... > Learn more
 

ICE CREAM CUPCAKE INVENTOR MAGGIEMOO'S ICE CREAM & TREATERY INTRODUCES NEW VALENTINE'S DAY CUPCAKES

January 27, 2009
MaggieMoo's Ice Cream & Treatery has announced that it will expand its line of signature ice cream cupcakes. The brand is known as the innovator of the world's first ice cream cupcake, and will offer Valentine's Day themed designs. MaggieMoo's is managed by NexCen Franchise Management, Inc., a subsidiary of NexCen Brands, Inc... > Learn more
 

THE ATHLETE'S FOOT (TAF) WINS FANS WITH TAF MAIL

January 22, 2009
The Athlete's Foot (TAF) invites customers to sign up for its official email fan club at www.theathletesfoot.com. The opt-in program provides members with everything from product and company news to member exclusives, in-store discounts and special birthday offers. The new program is managed by NexCen Franchise Management, Inc., a subsidiary of NexCen Brands, Inc... > Learn more
 

SAY "BE MINE" THIS VALENTINE'S DAY WITH GREAT AMERICAN COOKIES

January 15, 2009
Valentine's Day is a time for expression, and Great American Cookies offers the perfect way to let your feelings be known with customized Cookie Cakes. From "Will You Marry Me," to "I Love You," to any message the customer desires, Great American Cookies gives customers the chance to share what's in their heart with made to order, heart-shaped Cookie Cakes... > Learn more
 

MARBLE SLAB CREAMERY KICKS OFF THE YEAR WITH "DELICIOUS DUETS"

January 12, 2009
Marble Slab Creamery is kicking off the New Year with a brand new line of ice cream cakes inspired by new flavor combinations. Known for its freshly made ice cream and the innovation of the "granite slab" technique, the brand will introduce four new ice cream cakes and Tasty Creation ice cream combinations to its line of gourmet products...
> Learn more
 

MAGGIEMOO'S ICE CREAM & TREATERY SCOOPS UP FOUR NATIONAL ICE CREAM RETAILERS ASSOCIATION AWARDS

January 7, 2009
MaggieMoo's Ice Cream & Treatery was recently recognized for its super-premium ice cream at the National Ice Cream Retailers Association awards. Known for its innovation, the brand took home two first place ribbons for its Chocolate and Dark Chocolate Ice Creams, as well as second place for its Vanilla Bean flavor... > Learn more
 

MAGGIEMOO'S ICE CREAM & TREATERY OFFERS "UDDERLY" DELICIOUS HOLIDAY CAKES, PIES AND ICE CREAM CUPCAKES

November 25, 2008
MaggieMoo's Ice Cream & Treatery announced that it will expand its line of signature products to incorporate the upcoming holiday season. The brand is known as an innovator in the super-premium ice cream category, and beginning this Thanksgiving will offer customers holiday themed ice cream cakes, pies and cupcakes... > Learn more
 

MARBLE SLAB CREAMERY OFFERS A NEW LINE OF HOLIDAY CAKES AND PIES

November 24, 2008
Marble Slab Creamery announced a new line of holiday ice cream cakes and pies for the upcoming season. Most famous for its innovation of the "granite slab" technique, the brand will offer holiday themed pies beginning this Thanksgiving...
> Learn more
 

"MAKE IT YOURS" IN MINUTES WITH GREAT AMERICAN COOKIES®NEW SEASONAL OFFERINGS

November 10, 2008
Great American Cookies has announced the launch of the fall "Make It Yours" promotion. Beginning just in time for the holidays, "Make It Yours" will provide customers the chance to entertain guests with customized cookie cakes. Baked fresh in minutes with a variety of seasonal decorations, including turkeys, snowmen, reindeers and more, cookie cakes deliver simple ways to bring both taste and meaning to any celebration... > Learn more
 

GREAT AMERICAN COOKIES® FRANCHISEE OPENS 10TH LOCATION IN LAWRENCEVILLE, GA

October 23, 2008
Great American Cookies has announced the opening of a new store in Lawrenceville, Ga. The new Great American Cookies, located in Discover Mills, opened its doors for business on September 11. The store is owned and operated by Darryl Light who currently owns nine other locations, including the very first Great American Cookies store, which opened in Atlanta in 1977... > Learn more
 

THE ATHLETE'S FOOT (TAF) OPENS NEW STORE IN MIDTOWN ATLANTA

October 7, 2008
The Athlete's Foot (TAF), a world leader in athletic footwear franchising, and its parent company NexCen Brands, Inc., (NASDAQ: NEXC), have announced the opening of a new store in Midtown Atlanta. The store, located at 950 West Peachtree Street, opened its doors for business in September. The store reflects the recent re-branding efforts instituted by NexCen, including the modernized logo, store design, and merchandising system... > Learn more
 

MARBLE SLAB CREAMERY EXPANDS INTO LEBANON

October 2, 2008
Marble Slab Creamery announced the opening of its first franchise location in Lebanon. The company established an international master franchise agreement with operating principal, Nidal Nhara in 2007, who is expected to open five stores within a seven year period of the agreement... > Learn more
 

MARBLE SLAB CREAMERY BRINGS GOURMET FROZEN TREATS TO THE BIG EASY

September 23, 2008
Marble Slab Creamery announced the opening of its first franchise location in New Orleans. The new store, located in the heart of the French Quarter, is owned and operated by Earl Anderson and opened its doors for business on July 31...
> Learn more
 

MARBLE SLAB CREAMERY & MAGGIEMOO'S ICE CREAM & TREATERY ANNOUNCE MOBILE TEXTING CAMPAIGN

September 23, 2008
Marble Slab Creamery and MaggieMoo's Ice Cream & Treatery recently launched new mobile texting campaigns. Customers of both brands will be able to text and receive coupons for gourmet ice cream products through December 31... > Learn more
 

THE ATHLETE'S FOOT SIGNS AREA REPRESENTATIVE AGREEMENT FOR BALANCE OF VIRGINIA

September 22, 2008
The Athlete's Foot (TAF), a world leader in athletic footwear franchising, recently signed an agreement for the balance of the state of Virginia with long time partner Joe Delphry of Norfolk, Va. Delphry signed his first operating agreement with TAF nearly a decade ago and signed an area representative agreement for the southern half of Virginia in October 2006. On August 28, 2008 he signed an agreement for the northern half of Virginia which allows him the rights to develop TAF throughout the entire state of Virginia. Delphry currently oversees 6 units across Richmond, Virginia Beach and the Hampton Roads area... > Learn more
 

MAGGIEMOO'S AND PRETZELMAKER COME TOGETHER IN A RENAISSANCE OF TREATS

September 18, 2008
MaggieMoo's Ice Cream & Treatery and Pretzelmaker have announced the opening of a co-branded store in Ridgeland, Miss. The new Treatery, located at the Renaissance at Colony Park, is owned and operated by Brandon Falcon and Michael Williams of Ridgeland who opened the doors for business on September 4... > Learn more
 

MAGGIEMOO'S ICE CREAM AND TREATERY®, GREAT AMERICAN COOKIES® AND PRETZELMAKER® ANNOUNCE THE OPENING OF A NEW STORE

September 18, 2008
MaggieMoo's Ice Cream & Treatery, Great American Cookies and Pretzelmaker have opened the first tri-branded store. The new store, located in Lafayette Square Mall in Indianapolis, Ind., is owned and operated by Sam Dushey and opened its doors for business August 14... > Learn more
 

LEADING MENSWEAR DESIGNER, MICHAEL BASTION DECORATES WITH WAVERLY IN HIS NEW YORK HOME

September 3, 2008
NexCen Brands Inc. (Nasdaq: NEXC), owner of both the Bill Blass and the Waverly brand, is happy to announce that Bill Blass menswear designer Michael Bastion is featured in the September 2008 issue of Domino magazine... > Learn more
 

THE ATHLETE'S FOOT (TAF) EXPANDS TO GUAM MASTER FRANCHISEE EXPANDS COMPANY'S PRESENCE GLOBALLY

August 26, 2008
The Athlete's Foot (TAF), a world leader in athletic footwear franchising, and its parent company NexCen Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ: NEXC) announced the opening of a new location in Guam last month... > Learn more
 

MARBLE SLAB CREAMERY AND FRESHËNS QUALITY BRANDS ANNOUNCE THE OPENING OF THE FIRST CO-BRANDED STORE UNDER A NEW PARTNERSHIP

August 11, 2008
Marble Slab Creamery and Freshëns Quality Brands have announced the opening of a co-branded store in Woodland Hills, Calif. The co-branded concept is supported by NexCen Brands, Inc. (Nasdaq: NEXC) ("NexCen"), parent company of Marble Slab Creamery... > Learn more
 

SUMMIT ENTERTAINMENT, MAGGIEMOO'S ICE CREAM & TREATERY AND MARBLE SLAB CREAMERY LAUNCH PROMOTIONAL PATNERSHIP FOR UPCOMING 3-D ANIMATED FAMILY FILM "FLY ME TO THE MOON"

August 11, 2008
In support of its upcoming 3-D animated family feature film "Fly Me to the Moon," Summit Entertainment has partnered with MaggieMoo's Ice Cream & Treatery and Marble Slab Creamery. The program, timed to the film's August 15, 2008 nationwide release, offers moviegoers and ice cream lovers alike an up close experience to two family favorites - entertaining films and super premium ice cream and frozen treats... > Learn more
 

MARBLE SLAB CREAMERY ANNOUNCES EXPANSION INTO MEXICO

August 5, 2008
Marble Slab Creamery announced today that it will start a new international franchise venture in Mexico. The franchise agreement will allow Marble Slab to continue to expand its reach and provide gourmet products to a growing number of countries. The initial agreement calls for a minimum 35 stores to open over the next 20 years throughout the country. The first stores are scheduled to open in early 2009... > Learn more
 

MARBLE SLAB CREAMERY PRESENTS PREMIERE FRIDAYS SUMMER CELEBRATION

July 16, 2008
NexCen Brands, Inc. (Nasdaq: NEXC) ("NexCen"), parent company of Marble Slab Creamery, is proud to announce the next four flavors for their Premiere Fridays summer celebration. Marble Slab has been rolling out the red carpet every Friday in honor of 16 new blockbuster ice cream combinations, each correlated to a current Hollywood movie premiere. The first showing began Friday, May 30 and a new combination will be presented each subsequent Friday through the first week of September... > Learn more
 

MARBLE SLAB CREAMERY ANNOUNCES GRAND OPENING IN KUWAIT

June 30, 2008
Marble Slab Creamery has announced the grand opening of a new Creamery in Kuwait. Located at Al Koot Mall Waterfront, the Creamery is owned and operated by Nejoud Boodai and is the first of its kind. Construction began in January of 2008, and in a quick six months, the Creamery opened its doors for business on June 13. The opening is supported by NexCen Brands, Inc. (Nasdaq: NEXC) ("NexCen"), parent company of Marble Slab Creamery... > Learn more
 

HIT THE ROAD THIS SUMMER WITH GREAT AMERICAN COOKIES®

June 24, 2008
This summer Great American Cookies will reward customers with three free cookies with the purchase of any ten. Beginning June 18, the "Three for the Road" summer promotion will sweeten the summer months with free cookies all season long. Great American Cookies', a NexCen Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ: NEXC) ("NexCen") franchise, products are baked fresh in-store everyday, and are the perfect gourmet treat for any occasion... > Learn more
 

MARBLE SLAB CREAMERY® AND GREAT AMERICAN COOKIES® A WINNING PAIR ON THE GRAND STRAND

June 20, 2008
Marble Slab Creamery and Great American Cookies have announced the opening of a co-branded store in Anaheim, Calif. The new Creamery, located at New Garden Walk Shopping Center is the first of its kind. The store is owned and operated by husband and wife, Troy and Meredith Chadwick of Anaheim who opened the doors for business on Friday, June 13. The co-branded concept is supported by NexCen Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ: NEXC) ("NexCen"), parent company of Marble Slab Creamery and Great American Cookies... > Learn more
 

PRETZEL TIME, PRETZELMAKER ROLL OUT VIDEO CONTEST

June 19, 2008
Pretzel Time and Pretzelmaker are staging a video contest in hopes of crowning the Pretzel Dog as the new summertime snack of choice over a traditional hot dog... > Learn more
 

PRETZEL DOG & HOTDOG FACE OFF DURING THE DOG DAYS OF SUMMER

June 17, 2008
Pretzelmaker and Pretzel Time, the innovators of the original Pretzel Dog, are initiating the ultimate matchup of the season with the Pretzel Dogs Kick Bun Video Challenge. In the right corner, defending the summertime snack food title is Hotdog, the simple hot dog and bun. And in the left corner, draped in a fresh and delicious soft pretzel, is the challenger, Pretzel Dog... > Learn more
 

WAVERLY SIGNS INTERNATIONAL LICENSING AGREEMENT

June 5, 2008
NexCen Brands Inc. (Nasdaq: NEXC), owner of the Waverly brand, announced today that it will expand the Waverly brand to Greece, and ultimately to The Balkans, Romania, Albania, Serbia, and Bulgaria through key partner Bed and Bath S.A.. Bed and Bath is the leading home furnishing retailer in Greece with 27 retail stores in Greece and Cyprus... > Learn more
 

MAGGIEMOO'S AND GREAT AMERICAN COOKIES OPEN STORE

June 4, 2008
MaggieMoo's Ice Cream and Great American Cookies have announced the opening of a co-branded store in North Myrtle Beach, S.C. The new Treatery, located at Barefoot Landing next to the Alabama Theatre is the first of its kind. The store is owned and operated by husband and wife, Chris and Cindy Tobin of Myrtle Beach who opened the doors for business on May 11th. The co-branded concept is supported by NexCen Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ: NEXC) ("NexCen"), parent company of MaggieMoo's Ice Cream and Treatery and Great American Cookies... > Learn more
 

WAVERLY KICKS OFF 85TH ANNIVERSARY NATIONAL DECORATING CONTEST

May 29, 2008
NexCen Brands Inc. (Nasdaq: NEXC), owner of the Waverly brand, will host a National Waverly Decorating Contest with the grand prize a trip to New York and a style consultation with Waverly spokesperson Sandra Lee. The contest kicks off June 1 and runs through July 31, 2008. Waverly and the editors of Family Circle magazine will choose the winner and five runners-up in August... > Learn more
 

MARBLE SLAB CREAMERY & MAGGIEMOO'S ICE CREAM & TREATERY PRESENT PREMIERE FRIDAYS SUMMER CELEBRATION

May 27, 2008
NexCen Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ: NEXC) ("NexCen"), parent company of Marble Slab Creamery and MaggieMoo's Ice Cream & Treatery, has paired the two brands for the much anticipated co-production of Premiere Fridays summer celebration. Marble Slab and MaggieMoo's will be rolling out the red and pink carpets respectively to present 16 new blockbuster ice cream combinations each correlated to a current Hollywood movie premiere. The first showing will begin Friday May 30th, and a new combination will be presented each subsequent Friday... > Learn more
 

NEXCEN BRANDS LAUNCHES WAVERLY.COM WEBSITE

May 15, 2008
NexCen Brands Inc. (Nasdaq: NEXC), owner of the Waverly brand, today has launched a new Waverly.com website. It reflects the expansion of the Waverly brand beyond home furnishings to encompass a customerâs full lifestyle.The new site will create an interactive environment for consumers through its Styling with Sandra Lee section. Waverly spokesperson Sandra Lee is... > Learn more
 

NEXCEN BRANDS DEBUTS WAVERLY ADVERTISEMENTS FEATURING SANDRA LEE

May 12, 2008
NexCen Brands Inc. (Nasdaq: NEXC), owner of the Waverly brand, will kick off its 2008 ãWorld of Waverlyä ad campaign this month in Better Homes & Gardens. The new ad campaign will feature Waverly spokesperson Sandra Lee.Sandra Lee is a Home and Style expert and the host of ãSemi-Homemade Cooking with Sandra Leeä on the Food Network...
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NEXCEN BRANDS TO OFFER FRESHèNS PRODUCTS

May 8, 2008
NexCen Brands Inc. (Nasdaq: NEXC), owner of the Marble Slab Creamery, MaggieMooâs, Pretzel Time, Pretzelmaker, and Great American Cookies franchised brands, has entered into a co-branding agreement with Fresh‘ns¨ Quality Brands, a provider of freshly-blended fruit smoothies in more than 1,200 locations nationwide... > Learn more
 

NEXCEN BRANDS AND PEERLESS TEAMING TO RE-LAUNCH BILL BLASS MEN'S COLLECTION

May 5, 2008
NexCen Brands Inc. (Nasdaq: NEXC), owner of the Bill Blass brand, has entered into a licensing agreement with Peerless Clothing in preparation for the re-launch of the Bill Blass Men's Collection of tailored clothing. The new collection is being designed by Michael Bastian, the creative director for Bill Blass Menswear... > Learn more
 

MAGGIEMOO'S NEW PRODUCT PACKAGING

May 5, 2008
NexCen Brands, Inc. (Nasdaq: NEXC) ("NexCen"), parent company of MaggieMooâs Ice Cream & Treatery, has unveiled a new package design for MaggieMooâs ãto goä containers. The new design showcases enticing images of MaggieMooâs award-winning ice cream. The images are intertwined by idioms of ãsharingä on the quart... > Learn more
 

PRETZELMAKER / PRETZEL TIME CELEBRATE NATIONAL PRETZEL DAY, APRIL 26th

April 24, 2008
NexCen Brands, Inc., (Nasdaq: NEXC) ("NexCen"), parent company of Pretzelmaker and Pretzel Time has announced that all participating Pretzelmaker and Pretzel Time stores in the United States will be giving away free pretzels...
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THE ATHLETE'S FOOT LAUNCHES NEW CONCEPT

March 29, 2008
The Athlete's Foot (TAF) franchise enterprise is rolling out a new merchandising concept with its Urban Premium store in Trotwood, Ohio. TAF quietly opened the first of the TAF UP stores in Nashville, about four months ago in an existing 3,000-square-foot location, then followed that up with a new 1,800-square-foot store in Trotwood last week...
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MARBLE SLAB CREAMERY AND PRETZELMAKER DEVELOP A CO-BRANDED EXPERIENCE

March 21, 2008
NexCen Brands, Inc., (Nasdaq: NEXC) ("NexCen"), has introduced a co-branded concept in Atlanta, GA, Memphis, TN and Houston, TX that partners Pretzelmaker with Marble Slab Creamery... > Learn more
 

MOMS, DADS AND GRADS CAN CELEBRATE WITH SOMETHING DIFFERENT THIS YEAR

March 21, 2008
Forget the flowers and ties this year for Motherâs and Fatherâs Day; celebrate with something the whole family will love, a treat from MaggieMooâs Ice Cream & Treatery, Marble Slab Creamery or Great American Cookies. MaggieMooâs and Marble Slab Creamery have churned up the tastiest gifts for Moms and Dads everywhere·ice cream cakes... > Learn more
 

SHOEBOX NEW YORK EXPANDS TO SOUTH KOREA

February 22, 2008
Shoebox New York (Shoebox), a top womenâs multi-brand retailer for luxury footwear, handbags and accessories, and its parent company NexCen Brands, Inc. (Nasdaq: NEXC) announced the signing of a master franchise agreement in South Korea. The Shoebox expansion leads the first entry for this franchise globally. The agreement with Magneato International, Inc. is for a minimum of 20 stores over a 25 year term... > Learn more
 

THE ATHLETE'S FOOT OPENS IN DOHA, QATAR

February 21, 2008
The Athleteâs Foot (TAF), a world leader in athletic footwear retail franchising, and its parent company NexCen Brands, Inc. (Nasdaq: NEXC) announced the opening of the companyâs new store location, marking the entry into this country. The store is the 33rd TAF location in the Middle East; and the first in the nation of Qatar... > Learn more
 

THE ATHLETEâS FOOT EXPANDS INTERNATIONAL PRESENCE WITH MASTER FRANCHISE AGREEMENT IN SWEDEN

February 21, 2008
NexCen Brands, Inc. (Nasdaq: NEXC), the parent company of The Athleteâs Foot (TAF), a world leader in athletic footwear retail franchising, announced today that the company has expanded operations to Sweden, signing a Master Franchise Agreement with TAF Sweden AB. The ten-year agreement calls for the development of a minimum of ten stores in Sweden. TAF Sweden AB opened... > Learn more
 

NEXCEN BRANDS, INC. MARKS 85TH ANNIVERSARY OF WAVERLY BRAND WITH NEW PRODUCTS AND A STRATEGIC CELEBRITY PARTNERSHIP DEAL

February 19, 2008
NexCen Brands Inc. (Nasdaq: NEXC), parent company of the Waverly brand, introduced this week three new product lines to celebrate the 85th anniversary of Waverly, the premier home fashion brand. At the beginning of the year, NexCen forged a powerful celebrity relationship with Sandra Lee, the acclaimed life and ... > Learn more
 

MISS MAGGIE MOO AND MARIO LOPEZ BRING A SPECIAL DELIVERY OF VALENTINEâS DAY CHEER TO THE CHILDREN AT THE SANTA MONICA ö UCLA AND ORTHOPAEDIC HOSPITAL

February 14, 2008
NexCen Brands, Inc. (Nasdaq: NEXC) ("NexCen") announced today a charitable campaign by one of its franchise brands, MaggieMooâs Ice Cream & Treatery. As part of the brandâs commitment to community giving, Miss Maggie Moo, the ambassador of MaggieMooâs Ice Cream & Treatery, spent time... > Learn more
 

PRETZELMAKER AND PRETZEL TIME OFFER LUCKY WINNER 'THE ULTIMATE HOME ENTERTAINMENT COMBO'

February 07, 2008
The hottest new gaming systems are sweeping the nation and are "must haves" for teens and adults alike. Now, Pretzelmaker and Pretzel Time consumers have a chance to win "the ultimate entertainment combo" featuring Nintendo Wii(R), Guitar Hero III(R) and a 42" Samsung(R) LCD TV by purchasing their favorite... > Learn more
 

CELEBRATING ITS 25TH ANNIVERSARY, MARBLE SLAB CREAMERY WANTS YOU TO ãSEE THE LIGHTä

February 06, 2008
NexCen Brands, Inc. (Nasdaq: NEXC) ("NexCen"), parent company of Marble Slab Creamery has announced that now calorie conscious customers can also enjoy their familyâs ice cream run. Marble Slab is celebrating its 25th anniversary, of... > Learn more
 

NEXCEN BRANDS ACQUIRES THE GREAT AMERICAN COOKIE COMPANY(R) FROM MRS. FIELDS FAMOUS BRANDS

January 29, 2008
NexCen Brands, Inc. (Nasdaq: NEXC) ("NexCen") announced today that it has acquired the Great American Cookie Company ("Great American Cookies") from Mrs. Fields Famous Brands, LLC ("Mrs. Fields"). The purchase price of the transaction is $93.7 million, and consists of approximately $89.0 million of cash and... > Learn more
 

NEXCEN BRANDS, INC., SELECTS AXIS IMEX INC. AS NEW LICENSEE TO EXPAND WAVERLY BRAND INTO DECORATIVE HOME STORAGE CATEGORY

January 24, 2008
NexCen Brands, Inc., ("NexCen") (Nasdaq: NEXC) parent company of the Waverly brand announced today that it has added Axis Imex Inc. to its growing list of key partners to expand the Waverly brand into new lifestyle categories. Axis ImexInc.will immediately become the Waverly, Waverly Home (Target) ... > Learn more
 

NEXCEN BRANDS, INC., ANNOUNCES STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP WITH WELSPUN USA TO EXPAND WAVERLY BRAND

January 19, 2008
NexCen Brands Inc., parent company of the Waverly brand announced today its alignment with Welspun USA in a key strategic partnership to expand the Waverly brand into new lifestyle categories. Welspun will immediately become the Waverly licensee for... > Learn more
 

MISS MAGGIE MOO GOES ON A SHOPPING SPREE FOR CHARITY

December 21, 2007
NexCen Brands, Inc. announced today a charitable campaign by one of its franchise brands, MaggieMoo's Ice Cream & Treatery. As part of the brand's commitment to community giving, Miss Maggie Moo, the ambassador of MaggieMoo's Ice Cream & Treatery... > Learn more
 

ACCLAIMED FOOD NETWORK STAR, LIFE & STYLE EXPERT TO PROMOTE WAVERLY BRAND AS NEW SPOKESPERSON

December 13, 2007
NexCen Brands Inc., parent company of the Waverly brand, announced today that it has signed Sandra Lee as Waverlyâs spokesperson to promote the home products brand to a wider audience. Sandra Lee is an internationally acclaimed life and style expert, author, and host of the top-rated... > Learn more
 

THE ATHLETE'S FOOT OPENS NEXT GENERATION PERFORMANCE STORE IN TUSCALOOSA, AL

November 09, 2007
The Athlete's Foot (TAF), worldwide leader in athletic footwear franchising, announced today that the first next generation TAF performance store will open in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, next week. The Tuscaloosa franchise location is the first in the world to ... > Learn more
 

THE ATHLETE'S FOOT AWARDS DENVER HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT COURT TIME WITH DENVER NUGGETSâ CARMELO ANTHONY

November 09, 2007
Jasmine Warfield, a 16-year-old junior at Gateway High School in Aurora, CO, knows how it feels to be an underdog. Last year, the small forward led her varsity basketball team to playoffs only to lose in the first round. At the time, Jasmine was ... > Learn more
 

GRAND STREET CAMPUS WOLVES TO MEET NEW YORK KNICKS POWER FORWARD DAVID LEE AT LOCAL ATHLETEâS FOOT STORE

November 07, 2007
The Grand Street Campus Wolves are hungry to win and have been setting and achieving goals all year in the pursuit of a PSAL (Public School Athletic League) championship. At the beginning of the school year, a number of players on the team entered... > Learn more
 

BROOKLYN TEEN TO MEET NEW YORK KNICKS POWER FORWARD DAVID LEE AT LOCAL ATHLETEâS FOOT STORE

October 26, 2007
18 year-old Brian Shea is ready to demonstrate that he can work hard, and play hard. A freshman recruit for the Brooklyn College basketball team, he wants to earn his place on the team while maintaining a GPA of at least 3.0 and becoming the first in his family to graduate from college. Brian eloquently expressed ... > Learn more
 

GEORGIA TEEN TO MEET FALCONS WARRICK DUNN AT LOCAL ATHLETEâS FOOT STORE

October 26, 2007
Lovell Jordan III, a 17-year-old Stone Mountain High School student, has been working to win the 4A Georgia Football Championship since his freshman year. Lovell is the captain of his high school football team, a starting running back and has set the bar higher this year ö his senior year. He realizes that to win the championship he needs to... > Learn more
 

RUNNER MEETS RUNNING BACK: CLINTON PORTIS TO MEET NORTHERN VIRGINIA TEEN

October 25, 2007
ãRunning is my addiction,ä 15 year-old Dakota Umbel wrote in her prize-winning entry to The Athleteâs Foot (TAF) nationwide In My Shoes contest. On Tuesday, October 30th, she will meet a pro athlete who shares her need for speed, Redskins running back... > Learn more
 

LOCAL HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETE TO MEET DENVER BRONCOS BRANDON STOKLEY AT THE ATHLETEâS FOOT

October 19, 2007
Some athletes, like high school senior Taâran Leopold, believe that practice makes perfect and that hard work will pay off in the end. Taâran, a running back for Gateway High School in Aurora, Colorado, expressed this belief in his winning entry of... > Learn more
 

LOCAL HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETE TO MEET NEW ORLEANS SAINT MARQUES COLSTON AT THE ATHLETEâS FOOT

October 18, 2007
Most athletes undergo extreme conditions to become the best at their game. For 15 year-old Orleans Parrish resident Todd Crawford, Hurricane Katrina was the most extreme experience he could ever imagine that would make him a better football player. In the aftermath of the... > Learn more
 

DELAWARE TEEN TO MEET PHILADELPHIA EAGLES WIDE RECEIVER AT THE ATHLETEâS FOOT IN BEAR

October 15, 2007
16 year-old Brandon Norwood has a passion for the sport of football. Captain of his high schoolâs varsity team, Brandon hopes his skill and determination will lead him to a college career. The scholar athlete eloquently expressed his goals in his winning entry... > Learn more
 

MICHIGAN TEEN EXPRESSES HER DETERMINATION AND FAITH, IS NAMED REGIONAL WINNER OF THE ATHLETEâS FOOT In My Shoes CONTEST

October 10, 2007
For 17 year-old Hannah Hackbardt soccer is life. She lives and breathes the game by playing year-round, watching a match anytime she can and even coaching an under-8 soccer team when she is not strength-training in the gym. A strong-willed young woman who... > Learn more
 

AREA HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT TO MEET TEXANSâ AHMAN GREEN AT THE ATHLETEâS FOOT IN KATY, TX

October 8, 2007
Israel Adedipe was searching online for scholarship opportunities when he came across a website promoting The Athleteâs Foot (TAF) back-to-school contest which invited teens nationwide to share their goals for the upcoming school year. Israel submitted a written entry to the In My Shoes contest outlining his ... > Learn more
 

LOCAL STUDENT ATHLETE TO MEET HURRICANES GOALIE CAM WARD AT THE ATHLETEâS FOOT IN FUQUAY-VARINA

October 8, 2007
KaâRon Wilson has a quiet confidence. At just 15 years old, and in his freshman year at Western Harnett High School, he wants to be an inspiration to younger kids. In his winning entry to The Athleteâs Foot (TAF) nationwide In My Shoes contest the student athlete expressed his goal... > Learn more
 

Bill Blass Announces Licensing Deal with Mondani Corporation For Handbags and Small Leather Goods

October 4, 2007
Bill Blass Ltd., LLC, a division of NexCen Brands, Inc. (NYSE: NEXC), has signed an exclusive licensing agreement with Mondani Corporation. This agreement will give Mondani Corporation the license to manufacture and distribute handbags, small leather goods and ... > Learn more
 

MaggieMooâs Extends Ice Cream Line-Up with Newest Ice Cream Flavor and ãFresh Escapeä ö Red Velvet Cake

October 3, 2007
MaggieMooâs, the super-premium ice cream brand known for introducing innovative frozen treats, announced today the launch of its newest flavor, Red Velvet Cake, available in Treateries nationwide on Oct. 3. With Red Velvet Cake ice cream as the featured flavor this fall, ... > Learn more
 

CHICAGO TEEN TO MEET HER SPORTS IDOL AT THE ATHLETEâS FOOT

September 28, 2007
Kimberly Essary is a 16 year-old with goals. She wanted to make her sophomore volleyball team. She wanted to be a ãgame changerä on whom her teammates can count in critical situations. And she very much wanted to meet her sports... > Learn more
 

Marble Slab Creamery ãComes Homeä for the Holidays with Pre-Packaged Pints and Quarts

September 26, 2007
Marble Slab Creamery, innovator of the frozen slab concept, today announced the introduction of its Marble Slab Creamery Comes Home campaign. This initiative marks the first time the company has offered customers pre-packaged pints and quarts of its quality, super-premium, homemade ice cream to... > Learn more
 

MaggieMooâs Launches Cake Town, a Celebration of Holiday and Special Occasion Ice Cream Dream Cakes and Cupcakes

September 26, 2007
MaggieMooâs, a super-premium ice cream brand known for creating innovative frozen treats, today announced the launch of Cake Town, a celebration that provides customers with new ways to incorporate MaggieMooâs treats into their holidays and special occasions... > Learn more
 

NexCen Announces Second Major Area Development Deal for The Athlete's Foot Since Announcing Rebranding Effort

September 13th, 2007
NexCen Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ: NEXC) ("NexCen") announced today that a veteran apparel retailer has entered into a definitive agreement with NexCen to open twenty of The Athlete's Foot (TAF) franchises throughout the state of Mississippi. These TAF stores will be the first in the state of Mississippi... > Learn more
 

The Athlete's Foot "In My Shoes" Campaign gives Students the Chance to Meet Pro Athletes

September 13th, 2007
The Athlete's Foot (TAF) announced today that Broncos wide receiver Brandon Stokley, Eagles wide receiver Reggie Brown, Texans running back Ahman Green and Lions quarterback Jon Kitna have joined the roster of pro athletes participating in the company's "In My Shoes" campaign. The athletes will make personal ... > Learn more
 

NexCen Brands Accesses $16 Million of Existing $150 Million Debt Facility to Finance Intellectual Property Assets of Pretzel Time and Pretzelmaker

September 7th, 2007
NexCen Brands, Inc. (Nasdaq: NEXC) ("NexCen") announced today that it has drawn down $16 million from its existing $150 million debt financing facility to finance the intellectual property (IP) assets of Pretzel Time and Pretzelmaker, two of the most recognized... > Learn more
 

NexCen Brands, Inc. Announces Agreement to Manufacture and Distribute Licensed Branded Apparel for The Athlete's Foot(R)

September 6th, 2007
NexCen Brands, Inc. (Nasdaq: NEXC) announced today that it has entered into an agreement with Li & Fung USA, a world leader in sourcing, distribution and retailing. Under the terms of the agreement, Li & Fung USA, a subsidiary of Li & Fung Trading, Ltd., will manufacture and distribute branded apparel under The Athlete's Foot (TAF)... > Learn more
 

The Athlete's Foot Announces Pro Athlete Appearances for "In My Shoes" Back-to-School Campaign

August 17th, 2007
The Athlete's Foot (TAF) today announced that Redskins running back Clinton Portis, Carolina Hurricanes goalie Cam Ward, Chicago White Sox pitcher Mark Buehrle, New York Knicks forward David Lee and Atlanta Falcons running back Warrick Dunn will make personal appearances at... > Learn more
 

NexCen Brands Acquires Pretzel Time(R) and Pretzelmaker(R) Franchise Concepts

August 7th, 2007

NexCen Brands, Inc. (Nasdaq: NEXC) ("NexCen") announced today that it has acquired the assets of Pretzel Time Franchising, LLC ("Pretzel Time(R)") and Pretzelmaker Franchising, LLC ("Pretzelmaker(R)"), which are wholly owned subsidiaries of Mrs. Fields Famous Brands, LLC... > Learn more

 

NexCen Announces 100-Store Deal with The Athlete's Foot

August 3rd, 2007

NEW YORK, Aug 03, 2007 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX News Network/ -- NexCen Brands, Inc. (Nasdaq: NEXC) ("NexCen") announced today that TAF MID-AMERICA ENTERPRISES, INC. ("TAF-MAE"), a domestic and international franchisee of The Athlete's Foot (TAF) for the last 17 years, has entered into a definitive 20-year... > Learn more

 

Bill Blass Announces Licensing Deal with The Global Fur Group

August 2nd, 2007

NEW YORK, Aug 02, 2007 /PRNewswire via COMTEX News Network/ -- Bill Blass Ltd., LLC, division of NexCen Brands, Inc. (NYSE: NEXC), has signed an exclusive licensing agreement with The Global Fur Group. This agreement will give the Montreal-based The Global Fur Group the license to manufacture and distribute luxury fur... > Learn more

 

Local Man Wins National Hershey Company and MaggieMoo’s Sweepstakes

July 31st, 2007

COLUMBIA, Md. (July 31, 2007) – MaggieMoo’s, a super-premium ice cream brand known for introducing innovative frozen treats, announced today that David Ridgeway of Ellensburg, WA is the winner of the “So Many KissesTM…So Little Time” sweepstakes, sponsored by Hershey Company and MaggieMoo’s... > Learn more

 

Marble Slab Kicks-Off New Campaign with Indulgence and Diamonds

July 30th, 2007

HOUSTON, TX (July 30, 2007) -  Marble Slab Creamery, known for providing customers with the highest quality, super-premium, homemade ice cream, is meeting consumer demand for ice cream combined with baked goods.  At Creameries nationwide, Marble Slab is launching its “Good Things Come in 3’s” campaign...   > Learn more

 

The Athlete's Foot Announces "In My Shoes" Back-to-School Promotion
Contest Gives Students Chance to Win One-on-One Time with a Professional Athlete

July 30th, 2007

NEW YORK, July 31, 2007—  One of the most recognizable names in athletic retailing for over 35 years, The Athlete’s Foot (TAF), today announced the launch of its In My Shoes back-to-school promotion and contest.   In My Shoes encourages students nationwide to aspire, achieve and excel this upcoming school year by inviting... > Learn more

 
Bill Blass Appoints Peter Som as Creative Director Women's Division and Michael Bastian as Creative Director for Menswear
July 27th, 2007

NEW YORK, July 27, 2007 /PRNewswire via COMTEX News Network/ -- Bill Blass, Ltd., LLC, a division of NexCen Brands, Inc. (NYSE: NEXC) announced today that Peter Som has been appointed creative director of the company's women's division and Michael Bastian, creative director for menswear. > Learn more

 
MaggieMoo's Spokescow "Miss Maggie Moo" Celebrates Her Birthday During Ntional Ice Cream Month
June 27th, 2007

COLUMBIA, Md. (June 27, 2007) – MaggieMoo’s International, a super-premium ice cream brand known for introducing innovative frozen treats, today announced that Maggie, its seven-foot-tall, long-eye-lashed, spokescow -- complete with her signature pink dress and blue pearls -- will celebrate her birthday with a charitable extravaganza during July’s National Ice Cream month...  > Learn more

 
MaggieMoo's Launches Newest Ice Cream Flavor and Fresh Escape - Buttered Popcorn
June 12th, 2007

COLUMBIA, Md., June 12 /PRNewswire/ -- Consumers no longer have to decide between something salty or sweet - now they can have it all. MaggieMoo's International, a super-premium ice cream brand known for introducing innovative frozen treats, announced today the launch of its newest flavor, Buttered Popcorn... > Learn more


NexCen Brands, Inc. Presents Vision for the 'Next Generation' Athlete's Foot at Global Franchise Convention
June 11th, 2007

LAS VEGAS, June 11 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- One of the most recognizable names in athletic retailing for the past 35 years, The Athlete's Foot (TAF), announced today that it will enhance and update its in-store design, marketing and merchandizing efforts, and franchise support systems to reinvigorate the brand and position it as a... > Learn more


NexCen Brands Names Michael C. Dull President of its Franchise Management Quick Service Restaurant Division
May 22nd, 2007

NEW YORK, May 22 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- NexCen Brands, Inc. (Nasdaq: NEXC) ("NexCen") announced today that Michael C. "Chris" Dull will become President of the Company's Franchise Management Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) Division. Mr. Dull will lead all initiatives surrounding NexCen Brands'... > Learn more


Pamela Maffei Toolan to Continue as VP of Design for Waverly
May 21st, 2007

NEW YORK, May 21, 2007 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX News Network/ -- NexCen Brands, Inc. (Nasdaq: NEXC) ("NexCen") announced today that Pamela Maffei Toolan will remain Vice President of Design for the Waverly Lifestyle Group. NexCen completed its acquisition of Waverly on May 2, 2007... > Learn more


MaggieMoo's Launches New Line of Fruit Smoothies for the Health-Conscious Consumer
May 16th, 2007

COLUMBIA, Md., May 16 PRNewswire - As the temperature rises this summer, so does demand for cool treats. MaggieMoo's International, a super-premium ice cream brand known for introducing innovative frozen treats, announced today the launch of its new line of low-fat, lactose free, fresh ice cream and fruit smoothies... > Learn more


NexCen Brands Acquires Waverly
May 2nd, 2007

NEW YORK, May 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- NexCen Brands, Inc. ("NexCen") (Nasdaq: NEXC) announced today that is has completed its acquisition of the Waverly brand ("Waverly") from F. Schumacher & Co. For nearly 85 years, Waverly has been one of the most recognized names... > Learn more


Food Network's 'Unwrapped' To Feature MaggieMoo's Super-Premium Ice Cream Cupcakes and Cakes
April 23rd, 2007
COLUMBIA, Md., April 23, 2007 /PRNewswire via COMTEX News Network/ -- MaggieMoo's International, a super-premium ice cream brand known for introducing innovative frozen treats such as ice cream cupcakes, will make its debut tonight at 7:30 p.m. EDT on Food Network's "Unwrapped"... > Learn more

NexCen Brands to Acquire Waverly
March 13th, 2007
NexCen Brands, Inc. ("NexCen" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: NEXC) is pleased to announce that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the Waverly brand ("Waverly") from F. Schumacher & Co. The Waverly brand is a premier lifestyle authority... > Learn more

Nexcen Brands Acquires MaggieMoo's(TM) & Marble Slab(TM) Hand-Mixed Premium Ice Cream Franchise Concepts
March 1st, 2007
NexCen Brands, Inc. ("NexCen" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: NEXC) is pleased to announce it has closed the acquisitions of MaggieMoo's International, LLC ("MaggieMoo's") and Marble Slab Creamery, Inc. ("Marble Slab"), two well known and established... > Learn more

NexCen Brands Acquires Bill Blass
February 15th, 2007
NexCen Brands, Inc. ("NexCen" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: NEXC) announced today that it has completed its acquisition of Bill Blass Holding Co., Inc. ("Blass"), a designer apparel company known for its modern and timeless American style for both men and women... > Learn more

NexCen Brands to Acquire MaggieMoo's(TM) & Marble Slab(TM) Premium Ice Cream Franchise Concepts
February 15th, 2007
NexCen Brands, Inc. ("NexCen" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: NEXC) is pleased to announce that it has entered into definitive agreements to acquire MaggieMoo's International, LLC ("MaggieMoo's") and the assets of Marble Slab Creamery, Inc. ("Marble Slab")... > Learn more

NexCen Brands to Acquire Bill Blass
December 20th, 2006
NexCen Brands, Inc. ("NexCen" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: NEXC) is pleased to announce today that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the Bill Blass Holding Co., Inc. ("Blass"), a designer apparel company known for its classic and timeless... > Learn more