Meet Jan Ford‑Fite, franchise owner of the Smoothie King locations in Abilene and San Angelo. She has been honored with Smoothie King's prestigious Kings Club Award. It is awarded to the top 15% of highest-grossing franchises in the company. This accolade marks her as one of the brand’s elite revenue leaders. Furthermore, in the recent past, Jan has also been recognized by the Abilene Chamber of Commerce and regional business associations for her excellence in leadership and community engagement.

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Jan’s Smoothie King Expansion Journey

Jan's journey reflects dedication and ambition. After launching her first Abilene location, she expanded to San Angelo. That's when Smoothie King corporate congratulated and recognized her for opening a brand new location . Her growth not only elevated her profile within the worldwide Smoothie King franchise, but also promoted healthy-eating throughout our communities all  across West Texas.

New Power Eats Menu Launching August 2025

Coming soon, Smoothie King is transforming into a full-fledged healthy café. Following successful trials of the “Power Eats” lineup in Fort Worth and Arlington. The chain is set to roll out the new food offerings in Abilene and San Angelo in late August2025.

Here are Some of the Highlights from the Power Eats menu:

  • Hearty 8‑Grain Avocado Toast 8 grams of protein
  • Hearty 8‑Grain Chocolate Hazelnut Toast 10 grams of protein
  • Hearty 8‑Grain Peanut Butter Toast 13 grams of protein
  • Eggs & Cheese Protein Box 26 grams of protein
  • Fruit & Cheese Protein Box 20 grams protein

These balanced, nutrient‑rich additions pair perfectly with their smoothies and smoothie bowls to support weight loss, increase energy, speed up muscle recovery, and wellness goals. The best news is that yes Smoothie King even has safe and friendly diabetes smoothies.

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Why It Matters: Weight Loss, Fitness, Energy and Staying Healthy

I personally consume Smoothie King's smoothies and smoothie bowls to help me lose weight and to help with my health. Jan’s stores will now offer refreshing smoothies, smoothie bowls to breakfast and lunch options, all designed to help everyone's needs. Weather, you're trying to lose weight,  a diabetic, trying to Muscle Up, relieve stress, or just live healthy Smoothie King has got your back.

Menu Item Description

Avocado / Chocolate Hazelnut / Peanut Butter Toasts 8‑13g protein, whole‑grain, fruit & nut toppings Eggs & Cheese / Fruit & Cheese Protein Boxes Whole‑food snacks packed with protein.

Award-Winning Smoothie King Adds New Healthy Foods to Menu
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A Word From Jan Ford-Fite Radio Interview

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As a local pillar and brand advocate, Jan often shares testimonials from customers about how her stores support real wellness stories, especially among those managing weight, building muscle, or navigating diabetes. She plans to leverage the new menu to deepen community engagement through demos, wellness challenges, and social media nutrition spotlights.

Smoothie King Serves More Than Smoothies

Jan Ford‑Fite’s leadership in Abilene and San Angelo is a testament to what the Kings Kourt Award is all about, it celebrates Smoothie King's ties to the community, small business in both Abilene and San Angelo, and encourages healthier living throughout West Texas. With the arrival of Power Eats in August, Smoothie King is  offering goodness-packed smoothies, nutrition‑filled smoothie bowls, and hearty foods that will fuel our body and soul.

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