As some of you may know there is a Dunkin’ Donuts opening soon on National Road across from Tim Hortons. Some have concerns that Dunkin’ may put Tim Hortons out of business.
Mr Turbanic, the Marketing Management Career and Technical Education teacher, weighs in on the potential future of these competing businesses on National Road.
“Competition between two companies like Tim Hortons and Dunkin’ Donuts helps the customer because the customer will receive the best deal possible. The companies are always trying to win the customers’ dollars and loyalty, so they will adapt and provide products and services at the best price and efficiency. This makes the customer happy,” said Turbanic.
In total, 39% of U.S. restaurant chain customers say they like Dunkin’ Donuts, and approximately 15% of all Canadians visit Tim Hortons. That’s 5.3 million Canadians according to Statista. Both chains are popular across the continent.
If competition is better for customers, then Wheeling residents are going to have a very sweet future in more ways than one.
“A business that shows compassion can help it relate with its community. For example, larger companies that put forth an effort to help those in need. If your community has something tragic happen, like what we are seeing in the south with the hurricane and the damage they created, the company can show compassion by helping its community either with monetary donations to support local causes or to provide assistance if they can,” said Turbanic
What’s your favorite place to go when you need caffeine and a sweet treat ? Here’s what the people of The Park said:
“ I like the taste of Dunkin’ and I like their offerings. They appeal to my personal taste and preference,” said Mr. Turbanic
“Hopefully Dunkin’ will help divide the traffic and I’d choose the line that’s shorter,” said Ms. Brown
“I’d go to Dunkin’ Donuts because I’ve been to only one Dunkin’ Donuts in my entire life and it was five years ago. I’m really excited to try all the new drinks and other things they have,” said Mr. Beltorondo
“I’m a Starbucks gal myself but if I had to choose between the two I’d say Dunkin’ Donuts for sure,” said Miss Dean
“Dunkin’ Donuts has a better variety than Tim Hortons they blow it out of the water,”said Officer Giusto
“I’d go for the caramel macchiato and a sprinkled donut at Dunkin’ Donuts,” said Mrs. Bunch
“I’m happy that there’s a Dunkin’ Donuts coming to Wheeling because there isn’t one in between Steubenville and Moundsville,” Said Mr. Besece. “What I get when I go to Dunkin’ is a Butter Pecan Cold Brew and cold foam with a shot of espresso.”
“I prefer Tim Hortons, I like their hot chocolate and their chocolate chip muffins. They are delicious,” said Mrs. Krieitzer
“I prefer Dunkin’ Donuts and I get iced coffee with oat milk,” said Ms. Mathieu.
There seems to be a lot of our staff members that prefer Dunkin’ Donuts over Tim Hortons. Which do you prefer, Dunkin’ Donuts or Tim Hortons? Comment below!
