Maui Wowi Hawaiian Serves Up the 'Aloha Spirit' in Kuwait.

Sept. 27, 2010 - PRLog -- MAUI WOWI® HAWAIIAN FURTHERS ITS MIDDLE EAST PRESENCE
WITH THEIR FIRST LOCATION OPENING IN KUWAIT.


GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO-September 27, 2010 – Maui Wowi Hawaiian, the premier destination for all natural smoothies, Hawaiian coffees and authentic Hawaiian products on the mainland, announced it has opened in the Soor Sharq Complex. This marks Maui Wowi’s 1st opening in Kuwait and brings the total number of international locations to 11 since expanding in to the international market in 2008.  Specialty coffees and healthy beverages like all natural, fat free, fruit smoothies are of growing interest in the Middle East, which makes it an ideal location for Maui Wowi Hawaiian!  

The new location is the first of many planned for Global Franchising Group, Maui Wowi Hawaiian’s Master Franchisee in Kuwait. This charming kiosk rests in the center of the outside area of Sorq Sharq Complex, a very large shopping center in Kuwait City, full of restaurants, stores and activities for children!

The Maui Wowi kiosk opened just in time to celebrate Eid in the Middle East and much of Kuwait was there to enjoy shows and grab a smoothie! The Ohana in Kuwait has been doing a great job delivering the ‘Aloha Spirit’ to all of their new loyal customers!

“The people of Kuwait have welcomed our brand and products.  …..  As we continue to increase our global presence, we have come to realize there is a place for Maui Wowi all over the world.  This is a very exciting next chapter in our evolution” says Erin Hicks, Executive Vice President of Maui Wowi Hawaiian.

With over 600 franchised operating units across the U.S., Maui Wowi Hawaiian is the largest Hawaiian Smoothie and Coffee franchise. Founded by Jeff and Jill Summerhays, Maui Wowi has grown from a single mobile smoothie cart at festivals to become a world leader in the franchised coffee/smoothie industry.  

Maui Wowi coffees are truly “a vacation in a cup”. The company’s creations consist of gourmet blends from the Kona district of Hawaii as well as blends from the sister islands of Molokai and Kauai, as well as the increasingly popular, 100% Hawaiian blend. Some of the highest-quality coffees in the world are found at Maui Wowi, supplied by family-owned farms plus some of the best known of the Hawaiian brands such as Lion and Royal Kona.

In recent years Maui Wowi Hawaiian has also expanded to include genuine Hawaiian lifestyle merchandise. Maui Wowi has been one of the top franchises listed in Entrepreneur magazine’s ‘Franchise 500’ for several years, and has ranked as one of the fastest-growing private companies in INC. Magazine’s ‘INC 500’ listing.

“It is amazing to see how Maui Wowi Hawaiian Coffee and Smoothie franchises are so well received across the globe.  There is a wave of ‘Aloha Spirit’ sweeping the world and it's exciting to have experienced entrepreneurs working as Master Franchise partners in different markets. These partners enjoy bringing new and exciting opportunities to their communities” says Justin Livingston, Director of Global Franchise Development for Maui Wowi Hawaiian.

About Maui Wowi Hawaiian

Maui Wowi Hawaiian is the only franchise that offers authentic, natural Hawaiian products, fresh fruit smoothies and blended Hawaiian coffee beverages. Founded in 1983, Maui Wowi Hawaiian has experienced huge growth to include over 600 franchised units in its worldwide franchise ‘Ohana, or family. This earth-friendly company celebrates its ‘Aloha Spirit’ by embracing the values of family, harmony and balanced living while striving to abide by the principles of sustainable living. For more information, please visit www.mauiwowi.com.

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About Maui Wowi Hawaiian

Maui Wowi Hawaiian is the only franchise that offers authentic, natural Hawaiian products, fresh fruit smoothies and blended Hawaiian coffee beverages. Founded in 1983, Maui Wowi Hawaiian has experienced huge growth to include over 600 franchised units in its worldwide franchise ‘Ohana, or family. This earth-friendly company celebrates its ‘Aloha Spirit’ by embracing the values of family, harmony and balanced living while striving to abide by the principles of sustainable living. For more information, please visit www.mauiwowi.com.