Device Pitstop®, a national chain that buys, sells, trades, services and upgrades laptops and mobile devices at low cost, just opened in Burnsville. It’s a one-stop solution to laptop and mobile-device needs. Sourced from: Burnsville Patch Device Pitstop carries a wealth of laptops, tablets, smartphones and accessories including Windows, Apple, and Android devices and parts. They sell products well below original prices, backed by a 90-day warranty. They buy for cash or trade in. They have expert on-site repairs (including smartphone screens) and upgrades. There’s a knowledgeable, friendly, value environment. Continue reading
Learn About Pantone’s 2015 Color of the Year
It’s always fun to follow fashion trends and add them to your style. It can help make your look a little more hip and cool. One of the hottest trends for 2015 is the color Marsala, which is the Pantone color of the year. On their website, the Pantone Color Institute, the authority on color, describe the shade as “a naturally robust and earthy wine red.” With its rich tones, Marsala is a shade that could work on a lot of girls and guys.
CLOTHES MENTOR: Pantone’s 2015 Color of the Year
It’s fun to follow fashion trends and incorporate them into your wardrobe where you see fit. It can help make your style a little more chic and modern. One of the trends for 2015 is the color Marsala, which is the Pantone color of the year. On their website, the Pantone Color Institute, the authority on color, describe the shade as “a naturally robust and earthy wine red.” With its rich tones, Marsala is a shade that could work on a lot of women.
DEVICE PITSTOP: Used Tech Retailer Device Pitstop Expanding in Twin Cities
Looking to unload that old phone, tablet, laptop or desktop computer? Three newly opened Twin Cities stores pay for such unwanted hardware but will be choosy about what gear they accept. These outlets, all Device Pitstop franchises, are part of a Minnesota-based chain with 11 stores around the nation. Six more, including two in the Twin Cities, are set to open in the near future. Continue reading
DEVICE PITSTOP: Resale Gurus Open Buy-Sell-Trade-Repair Concept Device Pitstop for Computers, Phones, and Tablets
The resale gurus are at it again with a buy-sell-trade-repair concept for computers, tablets and mobile phones.
Minnetonka-based NTY Franchise Co. acquired a small Las Vegas laptop exchange company and is growing the rebranded concept under the Device Pitstop name. Father-son duo Ron and Chad Olson opened the first Device Pitstop store in Ridgedale Square, a shopping center across the street from the Ridgedale Center in Minnetonka. Ridgedale Square is where the Olsons have tested or refined their other brands, such as New Uses, NTY Clothing Exchange and NTY Kids. Continue reading
NTY FRANCHISE COMPANY: NTY Named to MN’s Fast 50 2014
The Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal released their list of the Fast 50, a list of Minnesota’s top entrepreneurs for the year. The list takes an in-depth look some of the fastest-growing companies in the state, and Ron and Chad Olson were featured as part of this list.
The article looks at the humble beginnings of the company, as well as how Ron and Chad were able to take the Clothes Mentor store and turn it into an empire. The full article can be accessed from the Fast 50 List on the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Magazine Website.
NEW USES: The New “New Uses” News Blog
Welcome to the News section of the New Uses site. We will be sharing articles written by and for the New Uses Franchise. Stay tuned for some exciting announcements, and to learn more about the New Uses Stores and Franchises!
CLOTHES MENTOR: Edmond, OK Clothes Mentor Mentioned in Outlook Magazine
In the December issue of Outlook Magazine, a feature was written about the Clothes Mentor in Edmond, OK owned by Melanie & Mike Harris. The article looks at how M&M took the opportunity to build a Clothes Mentor franchise after their kids had grown up and moved out of the house. 
The full article features stories from Melanie & Mike, chronicling their journey before they started their Clothes Mentor franchise, what lead to it, and why they love it. It also discusses the unique shopping experience that is Clothes Mentor. You can read the full article on P. 17 at Issuu.com We are happy to have Melanie & Mike be a part of our Clothes Mentor franchise family! Joining our family of Franchise owners is easier than you might think! Head over to our Own a Clothes Mentor Franchise section to learn how you can become a Clothes Mentor store owner as well!
CLOTHES MENTOR: CM Fargo Store Owner named “Mompreneur”
Clothes Mentor store owner Christine Ilvedson was featured in the December-January issue of On the Minds of Moms. Crowned as their “Mompreneur”, Christine talks about her background, the Clothes Mentor store, and how she maintains balance between her family and her franchise. 
We are excited for Christine, and proud of her work as a Clothes Mentor franchise owner. Her work has led to a very successful career and business, and we are proud to have this Mom as a part of our Franchise ownership team. You can read the full article on P.30-33 at Issuu.com To learn more about how you can become a franchise owner, just head over to the Own a Clothes Mentor franchise portion of our site. You can also view Christine’s video testimonial for the franchise over on the Clothes Mentor Video Testimonials page (she is the Fargo store owner). See how you could become the next Mompreneur!
CLOTHES MENTOR: Clothes Mentor Awarded Entrepreneur Franchise 500 5 Years Straight
Since opening the first store in 2001, Clothes Mentor has been offering an upscale retail store experience, buying and selling used women’s clothing, shoes, purses and other accessories. The store began franchising in 2007, and has seen tremendous growth since, expanding the one-store idea into a nationally-recognized franchise. In 2011, the Clothes Mentor brand was honored to be ranked #38 for top new franchise, and was the first year the brand was awarded the Entrepreneur Franchise 500, ranked at #409. Since then, Clothes Mentor has continued to grow and earn awards, including Fastest-Growing Franchise earlier this year at #90. Now with 123 stores across 27 states with 50 new stores on their way, Clothes Mentor has been awarded #210 on the Entrepreneur Franchise 500 list for 2015. To see more information, view the Clothes Mentor profile on the Entrepreneur website. You can also learn more about our franchise right here on our website by visiting the Own a Clothes Mentor section.
