Charlotte, N.C. — Bojangles’, Inc. has hired Jose R. Costa as its first chief development officer, reporting to CEO Jose Armario. In this new role, Costa will be responsible for driving the overall unit growth of the company, recruiting new franchisees, real estate strategy, equipment and new restaurant design and construction. “Jose joins our executive team at a pivotal time as Bojangles’ charts our strategic path forward,” says Armario. “His 20 years of experience in marketing, franchising, multi-unit retailing and customer experience for well-known brands will play a crucial role …
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Hatfield, Pa. — Addilan Group is a new, national multi-site facility maintenance company, supporting a wide variety of commercial businesses — including retail and restaurants — with a focus on service and communication. The vision is to build long term relationships with its employees, clients and partners based on trust, respect and honesty through company culture, superior customer service and technology. “Addilan Group is not starting from scratch, we’re starting from experience,” says Steve Vollrath, co-founder. “We believe service and communication are keys to building long term successful partnerships with …
Goodlettsville, Tenn. — Dollar General is currently under construction on new stores in Washington and Wyoming. When completed, these stores will expand the company’s presence to 46 states throughout the country. Stores are currently under construction in Centralia, Wash., (Lewis County); Cathlamet, Wash., (Wahkiakum County); and Pine Bluffs, Wyo. (Laramie County). These initial stores are scheduled to celebrate grand openings in early fiscal year 2020. “We look forward to expanding our footprint into Washington and Wyoming and the opportunity to serve new customers,” says Dan Nieser, Dollar General’s senior vice …
Richfield, Wis. — Hy-Brid Lifts has welcomed Derek Koontz as the Mid-Atlantic territory manager. Koontz will cover Kentucky, Maryland, North Carolina, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia and West Virginia. He will focus on continuing the growth and channel development of Hy-Brid Lifts’ lightweight low-level scissor lifts. “Derek will be a valuable asset for our customers in the Mid-Atlantic region,” says Terry Dolan, Hy-Brid Lifts’ president and CEO. “His sales experience and passion for helping customers find the right solutions will make him a great addition to our team.” Koontz brings …
Las Vegas — Potbelly Sandwich Shop has signed a franchise agreement to open 10 shops in the Las Vegas market. Eric Persson, an experienced, multi-brand restaurant operator and owner, will be bringing Potbelly to the area. The deal marks the brand’s entry into the region. “I’m thrilled to break into the fast-casual restaurant segment with a proven brand,” says Persson, who is a longtime local Las Vegas resident and an accomplished entrepreneur. “Potbelly hits the mark on exactly what I am seeking to diversify my portfolio. I’m excited to help …
Plano, Texas — J. C. Penney Company, Inc. has hired Colin Dougherty, a senior executive with more than 25 years of finance experience, to join the company on Sept. 23, 2019 as senior vice president, finance, reporting to Bill Wafford, chief financial officer. Dougherty will be responsible for leading finance strategy, operations and financial planning and analysis. “I look forward to welcoming Colin to JCPenney to support our focus on returning the company to sustainable and profitable growth,” says Wafford. “His significant retail and transformation expertise make him an excellent …
Dallas — Fuzzy’s Taco Shop has named Jessica Wescott as chief financial officer. She previously served as the executive vice president of finance for the Baja-inspired franchise. Wescott began her career in wealth management before moving into the franchising world and working her way up to vice president of development and finance with MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes. In January 2018, Wescott was named executive vice president of Finance at Fuzzy’s Taco Shop, where she oversaw many aspects of financial operations, as well as marketing and technology strategies, and fed …
Chicago — General contractor Summit Design + Build, LLC recently completed the buildout of a luxury watch boutique and gallery at 11 E. Walton St. in Chicago for Burdeen’s Jewelry. Located within the Waldorf Astoria Hotel in the historic Gold Coast neighborhood, a well established shopping destination, the concept features three prestige international watch brands each with their own exclusive retail space all under one roof. A trusted family jeweler and Chicago go-to for luxury pieces, and certified vendor, Burdeen’s Jewelry hosts A. Lange & Söhne, IWC Schaffhausen and Panerai …
Hauppauge, N.Y. — On September 5, 2019, BOSS Facility Services Inc. opened its new corporate headquarters. The company moved from a 7,500-square-foot office into a new 31,000-square-foot facility. BOSS FSI, which specializes in facility maintenance, management and construction, has invested over $5 million to purchase and renovate the building at 60 Adams Ave. in Hauppauge, N.Y. The move to Hauppauge will allow the company to more than double its current workforce while keeping its roots firmly planted on Long Island. The Hauppauge expansion has allowed the firm to establish a …
Atlanta — Erik Hess joins the Moe’s Southwest Grill® brand with more than 25 years of global experience in the food and beverage industry. Hess will be leading as president of the Moe’s brand, a fast-casual Mexican concept with more than 725 operating units, where he will oversee franchise and company operations, marketing, supply chain and product innovation. Previously, Hess spent 25 years at McDonald’s Corporation in a wide variety of senior leadership positions responsible for product development, innovating the customer experience, strategy and insights, restaurant development among many other …