SPB Hospitality Continues to Strengthen Leadership and Drive Growth
SPB Hospitality recently announced changes to key leadership as the company continues to focus on growing across the United States. Ellen Rockwell joined SPB Hospitality as Executive Vice President of People & Culture, and the organization promoted Amanda Hyde to Senior Vice President of Operations for Krystal.
Swig Appoints CFO as It Powers up for Next Chapter of Growth
In preparation for unprecedented growth in 2024, Swig has expanded its C-Suite and named Bill Ayers its Chief Financial Officer. Ayers joins Swig with over 20 years of experience in corporate finance and investment banking.
Layne’s Chicken Fingers Welcomes Eric Reed to the Corporate Team as New Chief Development Officer
Layne’s Chicken Fingers, the chicken franchise with 13 restaurants open and another 113 sold, is following an incredible growth trajectory. Now, part-owner Eric Reed is joining the team as Chief Development Officer, bringing decades of real estate experience and a deep love for the brand, to support the system’s ongoing growth.
Golden Chick Strengthens Executive Team with Sharon Pewitt as Director of Marketing
Texas-based Golden Chick has been in hot pursuit of advantageous organizational changes in recent years and is continuing to do so during a time of historic growth and brand evolution by bringing on a new, well-versed director of marketing, Sharon Pewitt.
Swig Names Angela Kavanaugh Its Director of People and Culture
Swig has named Angela Kavanaugh its Director of People and Culture. Kavanaugh comes to Swig with more than 12 years of HR experience at companies of all sizes and stages ranging from startup to public.
Heritage Restaurant Brands Strengthens Leadership Team in Anticipation of Continued Unit Growth
Heritage Restaurant Brands has appointed Ryan Cavanaugh as Vice President of Information Technology and promoted Rachel Mansell to Controller. Cavanaugh is equipped with an in-depth knowledge of tech within restaurant operations, with past leadership positions at Round Table Pizza, Olive Garden and Black Angus Steakhouse. Mansell, whose most recent role was with Wells Fargo Advisors, joined Heritage in May of 2022 and was named Controller in 2023.
Bad Daddy’s Boasts Culinary and Bar Leadership Duo
Bad Daddy’s has appointed John Masterson as culinary director and Dave Wallmann as beverage director, elevating its commitment to delivering unparalleled experiences. With a 13-year history at Bad Daddy’s, Masterson has been an instrumental force in shaping the culinary landscape of the restaurant. Wallmann, an integral part of the Bad Daddy’s family for eight years, is continually raising the bar – making him the perfect fit for the role of beverage director.
Villa Azur Miami Welcomes New Executive Chef Vincent Catala
Villa Azur, a world-renowned destination for exquisite Mediterranean and French cuisine is thrilled to announce the appointment of Chef Vincent Catala as new Corporate Executive Chef. Hailing from the South of France, Chef Catala brings over twenty years of culinary expertise, creativity, passion and dedication to his craft resulting in exceptional dining experiences.