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Play N Trade Opens 200th Franchise Store; Marks Rapid Growth and Franchise Success 

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., SEPTEMBER 26, 2008 – Play N Trade, one of the fastest growing interactive entertainment franchises in the world, marked a major milestone with the opening of its 200th store in Charlotte, North Carolina, September 12th.  Since opening its first store in 2000, the company experienced rapid growth nationally, with 550 franchises sold and an average of a new store opening every two weeks. 
The newest Play N Trade, located at 2016 Ayrsley Town Blvd., Suite A-2, is the third in the Charlotte area all owned by franchise operators Dave and Rhonda Tatanish.  “Our success with Play N Trade can be attributed to three factors: brand, location, and planning,” said Dave Tatanish.  “Since Play N Trade is a well-established brand, we were able to focus on finding a location that would attract the optimum number of gamers – even in a crowded market like Charlotte – and executing a well-thought-out business and marketing plan.”
Play N Trade, an emerging brand leader in the interactive entertainment franchise market, ensures its store owners have the support, structure and tools required to launch and run a successful retail operation. 
“Our strategy is to leverage the success we’ve experienced with Play N Trade and continue our expansion in this market, with at least two additional stores,” added Mr. Tatanish.  “The foundation and support we get from Play N Trade lets us focus on building future success by delivering excellent customer service, paying attention to details, and working on new business plans that can convert existing accomplishments into future opportunities and new sources of revenue.”
To celebrate the opening of its 200th location, Play N Trade is offering gamers a 10% off coupon on selected merchandise through its web site, http://www.playntrade.com/.

 

About Play N Trade Play N Trade is the largest and fastest-growing video game franchise worldwide. It is also one of the fastest-growing franchises worldwide across all industries. To date, the company has sold more than 500 franchises, opened over 180 stores, and is now opening a new store every other day. The company provides exceptional training, support and marketing systems to its store owners, who in turn provide an outstanding customer experience for their shoppers. Play N Trade customers can try any video game before they buy, participate in local and national tournaments, have their consoles and games repaired, as well as buy, sell and trade video games. Please visit www.playntrade.com or call 1.888.PNT.GAME for more information.

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