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Culver's extends franchise opportunities throughout Florida

January 20, 2014

Wisconsin-based Culver's is planning restaurant expansion in all Florida Designated Market Areas throughout this year. Culver's, which includes nearly 500 franchised units in 21 states, has three Florida restaurants already open in Naples, Fort Myers and Port Charlotte.

Others are under construction in Sarasota and Estero. According to a news release, expansion into the Orlando market was announced in July.

"We've had enough interest from potential franchise partners in the entire state of Florida and our existing franchise partners that we can move ahead with expansion plans for the entire Sunshine State," said Phil Keiser, president and chief operating officer.

Specific locations and timelines have yet to be determined although the chain is planning to have 15 restaurants operating or under construction by the end of 2014.

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