OAKBERRY is bringing its açaí to Hawaii for the first time with a location set
to open at the Kapolei Commons by the end of the year.
MIAMI, July 10,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- OAKBERRY, the global
quick-service sensation known for its 100% natural, always fresh
açaí bowls and smoothies, is excited to announce its expansion into
Hawaii. Through a multi-unit
franchise agreement with Açaí Partners Hawaiʻi (dba OAKBERRY
Hawaiʻi), OAKBERRY will open its first location at the Kapolei
Commons in West Oʻahu by the end of 2024.
OAKBERRY's partnership with Açaí Partners Hawaiʻi marks the
beginning of a promising new long-term venture that plans to
establish multiple locations across Hawaii within the next five years.
"Hawaii presents a significant
partnership for OAKBERRY to expand, thanks to strong community ties
and committed local investors," said Georgios Frangulis, Founder
and CEO of OAKBERRY. "We're eager to collaborate with the team at
Açaí Partners Hawaiʻi who share our values of sustainability and
natural ingredients, ensuring our integration into this
health-conscious market is both successful and lasting."
A 100% locally owned business, Açaí Partners Hawaiʻi is
spearheaded by Chief Operating Officer Bonny Amemiya, who will lead OAKBERRY's
expansion into Hawaii. Amemiya
brings a wealth of executive experience from her previous roles
with Hawaii's Burger King
franchise, Anheuser-Busch, and the aio family of companies.
"We are thrilled to bring the OAKBERRY experience to the
Hawaii market," said Bonny Amemiya, Chief Operating Officer of Açaí
Partners Hawaiʻi. "OAKBERRY starts with the highest-quality acai –
100% natural and organic – then serves it with your choice of
unlimited toppings. OAKBERRY is healthy and delicious, and we are
confident locals and shoppers at Kapolei Commons will love it!"
"We are pleased to welcome OAKBERRY to our property," noted
Emily Porter, Chief Operating
Officer of MacNaughton, who oversees the Kapolei Commons. "The
brand complements our existing offerings at Kapolei Commons and
will enhance both the diversity and appeal of our property and the
West Oʻahu community."
Açaí Partners Hawaiʻi is championed by a diverse group of
investors that includes notable figures such as former Hawaii-born Olympic volleyball player,
Kawika Shoji, Native Hawaiian
businesswoman Mālia Kaʻaihue, Chef Jason
Peel, and local entrepreneurs Adam
Wong and Ryan Chun, whose
collective leadership and deep community connections present a
robust opportunity for our expansion into this vibrant market.
Native Hawaiian surfer and star of Amazonʻs docuseries, Surf
Girls Hawaiʻi, Pua DeSoto
highlighted the appeal of OAKBERRY for locals and surfers: "As
a surfer, finding healthy, energizing food is essential, and
OAKBERRY's açaí bowls not only taste amazing but also provide the
natural boost I need before going for a surf. The brand's
commitment to quality and sustainability resonates with our
community's values, making it a perfect fit for Hawaii."
To learn more about OAKBERRY and its mission to offer delicious,
fun, and accessible superfoods, visit www.oakberry.com. For
updates, follow OAKBERRY Hawaii's journey on social media at
@oakberryhawaii.
About OAKBERRY:
OAKBERRY was founded in Brazil in 2016 by Georgios Frangulis and
Renato Haidar following a dream to
create a quick-service superfood brand that is delicious, easy and
fun to eat, and accessible to everyone. That dream became
OAKBERRY's refreshing and indulgent menu of açaí bowls and
smoothies served up in visually appealing layers of açaí and
customizable, unlimited toppings at shops worldwide. OAKBERRY's
açaí is sustainably sourced from Brazil's Amazon Rainforest and is an abundant
source of energy, rich in antioxidants, all-natural and organic
with no high fructose corn syrup or artificial colors added.
A fast-growing brand with over 700 locations across 40
countries, OAKBERRY'S fully verticalized business model provides
flexibility and operational efficiencies for its growing franchise
model. To learn more about OAKBERRY,
visit https://www.oakberry.com/en-us and follow along on
social media at @oakberryusa; for franchise opportunities
visit https://oakberryfranchise.com/.
Media Contact:
OAKBERRY
Kiley Harris
kiley.harris@rfbinder.com
781-559-0454
Acai Partners Hawaiʻi LLC
Jacob Aki
jacob@dtlhawaii.com
808-230-9071
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