Smoothie and juice bar franchise Robeks plans to expand its presence in Ohio, as part of its strategy to capitalize on the improving small business prospects with the economy growing again.
Robeks' opened its first store in 2004 in Cleveland and expanded into surrounding areas before the recession hit in 2007.
Since then, the smoothie franchise focused on helping franchise owners and currently has 10 franchise locations in northeast Ohio.
Robeks regional director Dan Stanowick said that the company has been able to define the Northeast Ohio market with new smoothies.
The company offers smoothies and juices made from naturally ripened fruits and vegetables.
In 2012, Robeks has added green smoothies, fresh green vegetable juices and Greek yogurt smoothies to make its menu.
