Tuesday, September 30, 2008

People and the press are talking about the Highland Park Gamer Doc ...

"Alright! Gamer Doc, now GameStop has something to be scared about." -- Roth, GoNintendo.com



http://gonintendo.com/?p=57744




http://xboxeternal.com/?p=9253



http://article.wn.com/view/2008/09/30/First_Gamer_DocTM_Video_Game_Store_in_California_Now_Open/?section=TopStories&template=cheetah-photo-search%2Findex.txt



http://www.smartmoney.com/news/PR/index.cfm?story=PR-20080930-000937-0901



http://digg.com/business_finance/First_Gamer_Doc_TM_Video_Game_Store_in_California_Now_Open


http://www.franchisegator.com/articles/First-Gamer-Doc™-Video-Game-Store-in-California-Now-Open/




http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=conewsstory&refer=conews&tkr=SNE%3AUS&sid=aRqdCOTkmkmY










Highland Park Gamer Doc Opens for Business

NEWS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact:
Pat Harriman
Gamer Doc
949.370.2075
pharriman@gamerdoc.com



First Gamer Doc™ Video Game Store in California Now Open

Highland Park Store Features Futuristic Theme and Pro Player Room for up to Eight


LOS ANGELES, Calif., Sept. 30, 2008 – Gamer Doc™, the retail video game store that delivers a new and interactive customer experience, today announced the opening of its first store in California, featuring a futuristic theme and a “Pro Player” room. The “Pro Player” room includes wall-mounted, HD flat-panel monitors optimized for gaming, and can accommodate up to eight players for Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, Nintendo or PC games.

“The opening of the first Gamer Doc store in California is very exciting, because we are more than just a video game store, we are an entertainment center,” said store owner Jason Renfro. “Consumers of all ages are choosing to play video games as their favorite form of entertainment, from kids and teens to moms and dads and senior citizens, and we are here to meet all of their needs. In addition to video games, we offer HD flat-panel monitors, cables, accessories and more. We will also teach our customers how to hook-up their systems to get the best game play possible.”

The Highland Park store is eco-friendly, built from 80% recycled materials, and incorporates solar panels on the roof for generating electricity. Renfro is also initiating a recycle program for e-waste, where used electronics, from TVs to telephones, can be dropped off at the store.


“Our stores are an innovation in retail, and customers will know they’re in for a unique shopping experience when they come into Gamer Doc, whether they are new to gaming, or returning store champions,” said Jim Belanger, president of Gamer Doc. “The store design is exciting and the layout optimizes customer flow. There are Xbox 360, PS3 and Nintendo Gamer Centers, featuring the consoles, games and accessories for each system, making it easy for everyone to find what they need. Customers who just want to come in and pick-up, pre-order or rent a game can be in and out very quickly, while those who want to browse, ask questions or sign-up for the Pro Player room can take as much time as they like.”

The Highland Park Gamer Doc store is located at 5917 N. Figueroa Street. Store hours are from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday, from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Friday, from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, and from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Sunday.
The telephone number is 323-230-8998 and the website is http://www.gamerdoc.com/locations.aspx.

About Gamer Doc
Gamer Doc is an innovative franchise concept that offers the opportunity to own, develop and operate a retail video game emporium. Launched in December 2007, the Gamer Doc concept is focused on delivering a new and interactive experience to all customers. From dedicated gamers to Mom or Dad who want to try out a game, trade-in some old games or check out the latest titles and consoles from Microsoft®, Nintendo®, and Sony®, all customers will enjoy the ultimate gaming experience. Gamer Doc offices are located in Seattle, Wash., and Newport Beach, Calif. For more information, please visit www.gamerdoc.com or call 888-426-5576.


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Xbox 360 is a trademark of Microsoft Corp. PlayStation is a registered trademark of Sony Corp. Wii is a registered trademark of Nintendo Corp.

Monday, September 15, 2008

Highland Park Gamer Doc Gets Ready for Grand Opening

"This is the most exciting thing to happen in our neighborhood, ever!"





Some friends stopped by to say hello, check out construction and play Guitar Hero ....










Tuesday, August 26, 2008

Brian Seligman Joins Gamer Doc

NEWS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE


Contact:
Pat Harriman

Gamer Doc

949.370.2075

pharriman@gamerdoc.com


Gamer Doc™ Video Games Adds Brian Seligman to Area Developer Team

Seligman to Direct Store Development in Northern Virginia and Atlanta


SEATTLE, Wash., Aug. 26, 2008 – Gamer Doc™, the retail video game store that delivers a new and interactive customer experience, today announced that Brian Seligman has joined the company as the Area Developer for Northern Virginia and Atlanta.


“Brian is a great addition to our team, and there are some very exciting growth opportunities in his areas,” said Jim Belanger, president of Gamer Doc. “His understanding of this market and enthusiasm for the Gamer Doc concept are the ideal combination for success, and we are highly confident in his ability to help us expand our footprint on the east coast.”


“The video game market continues to break sales records month after month, and is a juggernaut even in this sluggish economy. Gamer Doc offers entrepreneurs a very accessible opportunity to open their own video game store and be part of this amazing trend,” Seligman said. “Customers will have fun at Gamer Doc. Our store design is exciting, the layout is user-friendly and shopping with us will be an entertainment experience, not just another retail transaction.”


Gamer Doc stores feature “Gamer Centers” for Xbox 360, PS3 and Nintendo, making it easy for customers to find the games, consoles and accessories they are looking for. The store layout optimizes flow, so that all gamers, from hardcore to casual to novice, will enjoy their shopping experience. Customers who know what they want can come in and buy, rent, pre-order or trade-in a game, and be in and out of the store quickly, while those who are new to gaming, or want to browse, can take as much time and ask as many questions as they’d like.


About Gamer Doc

Gamer Doc is an innovative franchise concept that offers the opportunity to own, develop and operate a retail video game emporium. Launched in December 2007, the Gamer Doc concept is focused on delivering a new and interactive experience to all customers. From dedicated gamers to Mom or Dad who want to try out a game, trade-in some old games or check out the latest titles and consoles from Microsoft®, Nintendo®, and Sony®, all customers will enjoy the ultimate gaming experience. Gamer Doc offices are located in Seattle, Wash., and Newport Beach, Calif. For more information, please visit www.gamerdoc.com or call 888-426-5576.

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Tuesday, August 12, 2008

Gamer Doc Highland Park, California Store Will Be Eco-Friendly

The announcement that Jason Renfro's Gamer Doc store will feature solar panels and recycled building material generated "eco-interest" in the media ....












http://www.franchising.com/ecofriendly/










Gaming Goes Green with Gamer Doc

MEDIA ADVISORY

Jason Renfro to Open First Gamer Doc Video Game Store
In California - Highland Park Store will be Eco-Friendly

Jason Renfro will open the first Gamer Doc store in California
At 5917 N. Figueroa Street in Highland Park

The store design is eco-friendly, incorporating solar panels and 80% recycled building materials. Jason expects to open for business in mid-September. The Gamer Doc store will feature 20 HD gaming stations with full Internet access, a fully operational repair facility, a private room for gaming enthusiasts, and will specialize in all consoles and handhelds, monitors and cables.

“It’s been my dream to open a new business in the neighborhood, and I am especially pleased to do it in an environmentally responsible way,” Renfro said. “Gamer Doc is bringing a truly one-of-a-kind experience to gamers of all ages. Playing video games isn’t just for kids anymore, it’s great entertainment for the entire family. We are very excited to be part of the community and look forward to getting to know all the local gamers, their friends, fans and families.”