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How it started >> How it’s going? In honor of #EntrepreneurshipDay, we’re celebrating our fearless leader, Suzanne Miller. Twenty-five years ago, Suzanne took a leap of faith and started her own agency after experiencing the good, the bad, and the ugly at other workplaces. Those early lessons inspired our?SPM No Jerks policy—a cornerstone of our people-first culture to this day. Pulled from the archives, here's the exact moment it all began: a Polaroid snapshot of her bold decision to create something better. If you’re looking for a sign to make a change and be your own boss, this is it.

Tis the season for holiday menus, and #SPMClient Shipley Do-Nuts has a brand new Candy Cane line-up to get customers in the holiday spirit. Enjoy a festive Candy Cane Crunch Donut, Candy Cane Mocha Frappe and Candy Cane Shake at your local Shipley’s all season long. Special thanks to Southern Living Magazine for helping Shipley’s spread holiday cheer. #holidaymenu #franchise?

#SPMClient Shipley Do-Nuts has seen remarkable growth over the past year and has big plans for 2025. The Houston Business Journal shares how Shipley is gearing up for national franchise growth and how franchise development leaders can learn from their sweet success.

A recent article in ADWEEK noted the increasing use of hyperbolic language in press releases in 2024, and a quick scan of PR Newswire databases found the word “thrilled” nearly 20,000 times in releases last year – nearly triple from 2017. See why Kristen Kauffman is leading the crusade to make press releases less thrilling:

How can we help families of #neurodivergent children celebrate #Halloween? ???? Jennifer (Jay) Palumbo contributing writer for Forbes, published a terrific article on the sensitivities that the Halloween holiday can pose for neurodivergent children who experience sensory sensitivities and what we at Chuck E. Cheese are doing this Halloween. I would like to thank our incredible partners at Autism Speaks who continue to us lead the #FEC industry to ensure we’re an #inclusive destination for Halloween and every day! Jennifer mentions that Halloween is often seen as a time for fun and festivity, but for neurodivergent children, the sights, sounds, and social dynamics of the holiday can be overwhelming. As awareness of autism and sensory processing disorders continues to grow, more businesses and organizations are stepping up to create inclusive spaces and experiences for all children to enjoy. “Chuck E. Cheese has set a standard that other businesses should follow, not just during Halloween but year-round,” as featured in the article. As part of our Halloween “Boo-Tacular” program, we hosted a Sensory Sensitive Sunday opening our doors two hours early at all U.S. locations. During this time, we offered dimmed lighting, quieter arcade games, and reduced crowds to help children with sensory differences feel comfortable and included. Families also visiting Chuck E. Cheese during October could make donations to Autism Speaks, supporting programs like Santa Cares, which offers sensory-friendly photo shoots with Santa in malls across North America. This partnership not only creates memorable experiences for neurodivergent children but also highlights the broader need for inclusive spaces during the holiday season. I am incredibly proud of our initiatives that place inclusiveness as a priority for all of our guests, thank you to the wonderful team at Chuck E. Cheese and Autism Speaks for helping us execute another fantastic sensory sensitive Halloween! Keith Wargo Kelli Green Seely Maria Krystofik Nichole Brownlee Alejandra A. Brady Allison Chouinard Denise Kendrick-Clemens, Randy Forsythe Micah Hardt Mark Kupferman #neverstopimproving #neverstopincluding https://lnkd.in/gYwi6jBx

Congratulations are in order for our newest account director: Sophia Feleke.??? "Sophia has made an impact on our team since day one. She's a national media relations superstar, a networking and new business guru, and a fantastic agency cheerleader. We're all better when we get to work alongside Sophia," said SPM General Manager Loren Rutledge. Join us in celebrating her well-deserved promotion! ??

The people have spoken! We're excited and honored to be voted as the The Dallas Morning News Best Donut in Dallas! Huge thanks to our incredible franchisees for making this possible by creating happy customers one bite-sized, handcrafted moment at a time. We can’t wait to keep serving you the best! https://lnkd.in/gDiU9aKV

???It's spooky season at Peter Piper Pizza! ?? We’re celebrating Halloween with the return of our Jack-O’-Lantern Pizza. This festive favorite features a Jack-O’-Lantern shaped pizza with your choice of delicious toppings. Embrace the Halloween spirit this season and visit your local Peter Piper Pizza to enjoy our favorite seasonal treat. #HappyHalloween #JackOLanternPizza #PeterPiperPizza #SeasonalSpecials

When your office spans multiple generations, it can be hard to find common ground. We believe that blending diverse experiences can lead to extraordinary creativity and innovation. Here are some of Sara's key strategies on fostering collaboration between young professionals and seasoned veterans:

Leveraging clients' expertise in a relatable way makes for great media coverage. Check out #SPMclient Calloway's Nursery, who was featured on FOX 4 Good Day, sharing fantastic tips on how to keep your pumpkins fresh all season long! ??