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Good Times Restaurants Inc. Welcomes SVP of Finance and Accounting

by Katie Lee

Golden, Colo. — Good Times Restaurants Inc., operator of Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar and Good Times Burgers & Frozen Custard, has named Keri August as senior vice president of finance and accounting. August joins the company after having served as a consultant to Good Times from August 2023 through the date of her appointment. Prior to that, she was employed by InfoSync Services, a restaurant-focused accounting outsourcing services firm where she was most recently a vice president FAO, a position she held since April 2022. “I am delighted to officially …

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Sevan Announces Two Leadership Promotions to Operations Team

by Katie Lee

Downers Grove, Ill. — Sevan Multi-Site Solutions, Inc. (Sevan) has promoted two vice presidents on the operations team. Timothy Kratz and Damian Krebsbach bring vital experience and innovative perspectives to drive Sevan’s continued success in the multi-site space. Kratz, promoted to vice president of operations of civil, zoning & permitting (CZP), has been with Sevan for over a decade and is a seasoned Licensed Professional Engineer. Kratz serves as Sevan’s principal civil engineer, overseeing civil engineering, entitlement and development, planning, zoning and permitting, preconstruction activities and real estate assessments. His …

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Camping World to Add 15 Dealerships in First Quarter 2024

by Katie Lee

Lincolnshire, Ill. — Camping World Holdings, Inc., the world’s largest recreational vehicle dealer, has closed on the acquisition of Ashley Outdoors in Salem, Ala. Including this location, the company intends to add 15 dealership locations in the first quarter of 2024 through a combination of opening existing facilities and closing previously announced acquisitions. “As we start 2024, we are driven to work towards our goal of increasing our dealership count to over 320 locations in the next 5 years,” says Marcus Lemonis, chairman and CEO of Camping World. “Based on …

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honeygrow Opens 40th Location

by Katie Lee

Philadelphia — honeygrow, a Philadelphia-based fast-casual restaurant, has opened its 40th location. The new restaurant opened on Dec. 21, 2023 at the Simon-owned Ocean County Mall in Toms River, N.J. honeygrow opened nine new locations in 2023 as part of a growth strategy that extends into 2024 with more than double the number of restaurants in the pipeline. “Our latest venture in Toms River is more than just a restaurant opening; it’s a celebration of our remarkable journey as a team. Now with 40 locations, [2023] has been a whirlwind …

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The Container Store Group, Inc. Promotes 2 Executive Leaders

by Katie Lee

Coppell, Texas — The Container Store Group, Inc. has elevated its executive vice president of e-commerce and digital marketing, Lindy Rawlinson, to chief digital officer. In addition, its vice president of stores, Jennifer Pape, has been promoted to senior vice president of stores. Both leaders will report directly to the CEO and president, Satish Malhotra, and serve on the company’s executive leadership team. Rawlinson joined The Container Store in 2021 with more than 20 years of experience in digital retail. Over the past 2 years she has built a dynamic …

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Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux Adds to Leadership Team

by Katie Lee

Baton Rouge, La. — Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux has appointed two industry veterans with Jamie Davis being named vice president of supply chain & procurement and Tyler Schack stepping in as the vice president of technology. “We are thrilled to welcome Jamie Davis and Tyler Schack to the Walk-On’s family. Their extensive experience and proven track records in their respective fields align seamlessly with our commitment to delivering top-notch experiences for our guests and assembling a high-caliber team to drive Walk-On’s to new heights,” says Chris Dawson, CEO of Walk-On’s. Davis …

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Take 5 Oil Change Opens 1,000th Location

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Charlotte, N.C. — Take 5 Oil Change, a leader in the quick lube industry, has opened its 1,000th location. This milestone service center, operated by franchisee Purple Square Group and located in Fort Pierce, Fla., is part of the brand’s growth by more than 1400% since its acquisition by Driven Brands in 2016. Building on the success of earlier milestones, including the grand opening of its 300th franchised location in the U.S. earlier this year, Take 5 Oil Change continues to solidify its position as a leading player in the quick …

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Grégoire Marks Milestone Year of Growth; Plans to Begin Franchising in 2024

by Katie Lee

Berkeley, Calif. — Grégoire, a trailblazing fine-fast-casual restaurant concept, is wrapping up a pivotal year — not only celebrating its 21st anniversary, but also a year of strategic growth. Founded in 2002 by French-trained chef Grégoire Jacquet, the brand has revolutionized the culinary scene by offering high-quality, fine dining-style food in a convenient carry-out format. Looking ahead to 2024, the focus will be on further franchising efforts, particularly in the Bay Area. “It has been a learning experience for us — a year of setting up and really finding out …

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Ballard Designs Furniture & Décor to Open First Store in Colorado

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Denver — Designer furnishings retailer Ballard Designs will soon open its first retail store in the state of Colorado. Situated in the upscale, walkable Cherry Creek North shopping district of Denver, the store will open on Jan. 2, 2024. Ballard’s new Denver location is part of the brand’s ongoing retail expansion spanning 20 states and 22 retail stores. “We love Denver, and we know from 40 years of sales history, that Denver loves us too,” says Dominic Milanese, vice president of retail for Ballard Designs. “Now Coloradans can see the …

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4 Atlanta-Area Melting Pot Restaurants to be Renovated

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Atlanta — Melting Pot, the nation’s premier fondue dining experience, has announced that four of its Atlanta-area restaurants are now under the sole ownership of Layla Haddad Gunn, who plans to renovate all four restaurants as part of the Melting Pot Evolution, a companywide initiative upgrading dining rooms, bars and other areas to elevate the guest experience. All four Atlanta-area Melting Pots — located in Midtown, Duluth, Kennesaw and Roswell — are getting a fresh, modern look with new fabrics, flooring, paint, artwork and lighting, as well as new hospitality …

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