Personnel Changes News

Angry Crab Shack announced that Brian Herskovets has been appointed as the company’s Director of Franchise Operations, effective July 11, 2022.

CEC Entertainment, LLC has named three seasoned industry executives to new leadership positions.

Metal Supermarkets is pleased to announce new ownership of its Fort Lauderdale store by existing franchisee Chip Jones.

Intero is proud to announce the appointment of Jen Springmeyer Almeida as Vice President and Co-Managing Officer of the Gardnerville office.

Roy Rogers Restaurants, the western-themed quick-service restaurant chain owned by Plamondon Companies, announces Lou Schaab as its new Chief Financial Officer.

Painting with a Twist has named franchisee Todd Owen as the company’s CEO and co-owner.

HOA Brands, the franchisor and operator of Hooters and Hoots Wings, has appointed Michael Arrowsmith as new Chief Development Officer.

16 Handles, has announced two hires in newly created positions to assist with the company’s nationwide franchise initiative.

H&R Block (NYSE: HRB) has named two new vice presidents to further accelerate client experience and the company’s long-term growth and transformation strategy.

PrideStaff is pleased to announce their Lehigh Valley staffing and employment agency is under new ownership and management.

Mighty Distributing System is proud to announce that Gary Vann, a long-time executive within the Mighty franchise system, has taken on a new role as VP, Product Strategy.

MOD Super Fast Pizza Holdings, LLC announced the promotion of Becky Mulligan to the newly-created position of Chief Restaurant Officer and Stephen Blum as its first Chief Development Officer.

Spherion Staffing and Recruiting (Spherion) announced today that its New Jersey locations are now under the new leadership of Delta and Gabriel Ramirez.

Wingstop (NASDAQ: WING) today announced the appointment of Craig Sherwood as its SVP of U.S. Development.

Jack in the Box Inc. (NASDAQ: JACK) today announced that Guillermo Diaz, Jr has joined the company’s Board of Directors, effective September 26, 2022

International Dairy Queen Inc. (IDQ) today announced Nicolas Boudet joined the company as chief operating officer, international.

Century 21 Real Estate LLC reinforced its commitment to agent/broker learning and development today with the addition of Wendy Crane to its team of brand education leaders.

On the heels of record-breaking franchise sales, organic system-wide growth and multiple successful resales, Batteries Plus announced today the promotion of its entire franchise development team.

Pinch A Penny announced new ownership for its store in Wellington, Florida, just outside of West Palm Beach.

Orangetheory Fitness announced today that Kelly Lohr has been named the company’s Chief Marketing Officer (CMO).

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced the appointment of Arlie Sisson as senior vice president and global head of digital.

Donatos is pleased to announce that Jodie Conrad, who previously worked for the family-owned brand, has been hired as the brand’s Chief Marketing Officer effective September 12.

Now owned and operated by franchisees Shannon and Adam Sonnhalter, the Young Rembrandts territory currently serves schools in multiple locations.

Metal Supermarkets Family of Companies announced today the appointment of Paul O’Regan to the new role of Director of Learning and Development.

Stratus Building Solutions is excited to announce Rob Lancit as its new Vice President of Franchise Development.

everbowl®, which promotes healthy lifestyles fueled by vitamin-rich bowls and smoothies, has named restaurant industry veteran Trevor Sacco to the position of Brand President.

ATC Healthcare announced it tapped veteran franchise executive Scott Nichols as VP of Franchise Development.

Bar Louie’s Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Brian Wright as Chief Executive Officer of the Original Gastrobar™.

Code Ninjas announced the addition of a new VP of Finance Barry Gibson, ACMA, CGMA and new VP of Operations Mike Mercado.

Longtime industry veteran, former CARSTAR franchisee, and most recently, Driven Brands collision president, Dean Fisher, announces retirement for the end of the year.

After another successful year, Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar is showing its appreciation for its dedicated employees by bringing back its Bad Daddy’s Labor Day on Tuesday, Sept. 6.

Bojangles today announced the appointment of Patricia Halpin, CFE, as the company’s new Vice President of Growth.

Heritage Restaurant Brands has appointed David Austin to their leadership team as Vice President of Information Technology.

Orangetheory today announced that it has appointed Jason Dunlop as President of International.

Mexican Restaurants, Inc. (MRI) has promoted two executives to new roles. Enrique Herrera (Tino) assumes responsibility as VP of Operations, and Crystina Bukrinsky has been promoted to VP of Training.

Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers announced it has named Brian Wise as Chief Operating Officer and Jerry Kunz as Vice President of Finance.

Spherion Staffing and Recruiting (Spherion) announced today that the Johnson City office is now under the leadership of existing Spherion franchisee Molly Gaffney-Keebler and her husband, Joe Keebler.

Shaquille O’Neal owned Big Chicken announced that it has appointed a trio of executives to its leadership team.

Bloomin’ Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ: BLMN) today announced that Julie Kunkel and Melanie Marein-Efron will join the company’s Board of Directors.

Krystal recently announced that Casey Terrell has been named Chief Marketing Officer, effective immediately.

MRINetwork today announced that Chief Financial Officer Todd Simpson has been promoted and will add the title of Chief Operating Officer to his role, effective September 1.

Denny’s Corporation (NASDAQ: DENN) today announced the appointment of John Dillon as President of Denny’s Inc.

Zaxby's in Roanoke, Virginia is reopening under new owners and operators Kevin, Ryan and Malcom Schweiker of Z Chicken, LLC, and will open for dine-in and drive-thru on Monday, Aug. 29.

Prism Specialties announced that it added two new managers to its National Account Team, Denise Lysak and Andrea Evans, effective August 12, 2022.

WOWorks announced that Cole Thompson was appointed as the company’s Vice President of Culinary for Garbanzo Mediterranean Fresh, The Simple Greek, Barberitos Southwestern Grille and Cantina.

Donatos is pleased to announce that it has selected Christina Jackson to serve as Chief People Officer effective August 29, 2022.

Sam Singh's retirement didn't last long, which didn't surprise his family at all. Just four months after selling his Goodcents restaurant in Emporia, Singh was ready to return to restaurant life.

Naf Naf Middle Eastern Grill today announced Nico Nieto has joined the emerging brand as Chief Marketing Officer with a focus to grow and evolve the restaurant’s owned and third-party channels, digital capabilities and customer acquisition,...

9Round announced today the franchisees selected to serve on the company’s 2022-2023 Franchise Advisory Council (“FAC”).

Panera Brands Inc. is pleased to announce the appointment of Konrad Meyer as Chief Financial Officer, effective August 22, 2022.

United Franchise Group™ (UFG) announced that Jason Anderson has been named President of Office Evolution.

Chem-Dry today announced that Ann Norman has joined the company as the Director of Coaching.