Jamba, Inc. (JMBA) Juice — Blended for Success

In its most recent quarter, Panera Bread Co (NASDAQ:PNRA)’s company-owned comparable net bakery-cafe sales were up 5.1%, while revenue increased 15% to $572 million. Panera strongly believes that the philosophy of continued investment in the quality of the food, marketing, and operations is driving its success.

Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ:SBUX) has long been a steadfast believer in promoting social responsibility through its brand. The 2012 Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ:SBUX) Responsibility Report outlines yearly progress on their three pillar system; ethical sourcing, environmental stewardship and community involvement.  With revenue increasing 11% to a record $3.8 billion last quarter, Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ:SBUX) not only has global scale, but is building brand value, as well.

Not to be outdone, Jamba is striving to make its brand philanthropic as well. As a self-proclaimed “brand committed to inspire and simplify healthy living,” Jamba is partnering with community organizations to help fight obesity in local communities. With its “Jamba Healthy Living Council,” Jamba plans to promote healthy living through the partnerships with star athletes and athletic organizations that support its cause.

Jamba, Inc. (NASDAQ:JMBA) has revitalized its brand, and continues to innovate as one of the few specialty-smoothie stores on the market. With the addition of new and improved retail channels, improving supply chains, and the efforts to become a globally- recognizable brand, Jamba is quickly becoming a leader in a high-growth, trendy sector.