Dunkin’ Donuts

When William Rosenberg opened the Open Kettle donut and coffee shop in Qunicy, Massachusetts in 1948, it was the beginning of Dunkin' Donuts. After consulting with business leaders, Rosenberg made the decision to rename the restaurant Dunkin' Donuts two years later. It is the world's first and oldest fast food donut chain.

"Make and serve the freshest, most delicious coffee and donuts quickly and courteously in modern, well-stocked stores," was Rosenberg's mission statement. Due to the quick success of Dunkin' Donuts, Rosenberg started establishing franchised locations in 1955. Dunkin' Donuts expanded to 100 locations in just 10 years and hasn't stopped since.

Dunkin' Donuts eventually began selling other foods, such as breakfast sandwiches. Dunkin' Donuts is currently rebranding itself as simply Dunkin' to reflect its expanded menu.

There are now over 12,400 Dunkin' Donuts locations in 46 countries.

Year Founded: 1948

Founder(s): William Rosenberg

Year Franchising Started: 1955

Current No. of Locations: over 12,400

Headquarters: Canton, Massachusetts, USA

Website: www.dunkindonuts.com