Big Frog Custom T-Shirts & More Leaps into Belmar

Contact: Alissa Stevens, Fishman Public Relations, (847) 945-1300, astevens@fishmanpr.com

Belmar, N.J. –Big Frog Custom T-Shirts & More®, a locally-owned, high-technology garment decorating franchise where customers have the freedom to design their own apparel, announced today a lease signing to bring a new location to Belmar, situated in a rear unit at 801 Main Street Unit 1H (under the Beach Haus Brewery), by mid-July.

The new Big Frog location will be owned and operated by local resident Doug Hahner. After over two decades working in the corporate world, Hahner decided it was time for a career change and began researching franchise opportunities that would afford him the work/life balance he was after. After discovering the Big Frog brand, a concept that checked all of the boxes of his ideal requirements, Hahner knew he had found the perfect business opportunity. Hahner is looking forward to creating new relationships with area residents and tourists, as well as providing a great resource for area schools, sports teams, businesses, and charitable organizations in their local communities.

Big Frog combines creativity with cutting-edge digital technology and brings a personalized service to local markets. The unique design technology makes it a fast, individualized and convenient service that leaps beyond competition. The brand’s Direct to Garment (DTG) printing bonds the environmentally friendly ink to the fabric’s molecules allowing products to be washed in both hot and cold water and with color-safe bleaching without risking damage, including cracking or peeling, to the image.

“I’m truly excited to bring a spark of creativity to the Jersey Shore community with the opening of my Big Frog location,” said Hahner. “My main objective as a new business owner is to build lasting relationships through exceptional service, value and ingenuity.”

Since opening its first franchised location in 2009, Big Frog has grown exponentially. With more than 80 locations open across the United States and several others in various stages of development, the retailer plans to add 18-22 new franchise locations in 2017 through strategic franchise partnerships, bringing the total number of franchises awarded to over 100. As the $50 billion garment decorating industry continues to grow, Dr. Tina Bacon-DeFrece, president of Big Frog, believes that North America will soon be home to hundreds of Big Frog stores.

“With the right people and tools in place, our brand is focused on nationwide growth, and we are pleased to announce this latest expansion in Belmar,” said Bacon-DeFrece. “We look forward to a long-lasting relationship with Doug, and hope to establish even more franchise relationships in the state of New Jersey in the years to come.”

For more information about the company, to learn about franchise opportunities or to find your local Big Frog Custom T-Shirts and More, visit www.bigfrog.com

About Big Frog

Launched in 2008, Big Frog Custom T-Shirts & More® is a franchise concept specializing in custom decorated apparel with more than 80 locations nationwide. Big Frog looks to become the world leader in the $50 billion garment decorating industry. Each individually owned shop uses unique technology that brings imagination to life with endless design opportunities on T-shirts, sports shirts, tank tops, sweatshirts, hoodies, bandanas, onesies, dog clothes, jackets, mouse pads, sports gear, tote bags and more. For more information about Big Frog Custom T-Shirts & More and franchising opportunities visit www.bigfrog.com.