Marlboro, N.J. — Pierson Commercial Real Estate, a leading commercial real estate brokerage and advisory firm specializing in retail property assignments, has promoted Robert Mackowski to the position of director, according to President Jason Pierson. The Hudson County, N.J., resident, who joined the firm in 2021, will continue to manage his diverse portfolio of retail properties while focusing on growing Pierson Commercial’s client base. Mackowski marks Pierson Commercial’s latest promotion of in-house talent as the firm continues to grow its retail-focused assignments throughout New Jersey, including the Hudson River Waterfront. …
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Plano, Texas — On May 6, Pizza Hut announced that Juan Carlos “Carl” Loredo will join the company as the president of Pizza Hut U.S., reporting to Pizza Hut division CEO Aaron Powell, effective June 3. Loredo joins Pizza Hut from Wendy’s. “Carl comes to Pizza Hut with a strong track record of positioning brands for success and delivering results in highly competitive markets. He is adept at helping brands show up in novel and authentic ways at the right intersection of customer need and culture,” says Powell. “The Pizza …
Midvale, Utah — Beyond, Inc., owner of online retail giants Bed Bath & Beyond, Overstock and Zulily, has added and appointed several key leaders to its team, including in merchandising and marketing roles. The new additions include: • Guncha Mehta, joining as chief digital and information officer, Beyond, Inc. • Stacey Shively, joining as chief merchandising officer, Bed Bath & Beyond • Angela Minor, joining as chief marketing officer, Bed Bath & Beyond • Deb Bollom, appointed to chief merchandising officer, Overstock • Steph Whitacre, appointed to senior vice president, …
Meadville, Pa. — Voodoo Brewing Company, a pioneer in the craft brewing industry, has promoted Isaiah Fitzgerald-Palacio to the position of chief financial officer (CFO). A proud employee owner, Fitzgerald-Palacio brings a wealth of financial expertise and a passion for promoting community to Voodoo Brewing Company. As CFO, he will play a pivotal role in guiding Voodoo Brewing Company’s financial strategy, fostering sustainable growth and ensuring fiscal responsibility. With over 15 years of experience in financial management and a proven track record of success, Fitzgerald-Palacio brings invaluable expertise to the …
Castle Rock, Colo. — Daddy’s Chicken Shack has made two new promotions within its executive team. Tony Adams, who previously served as the vice president and chief of staff for Area 15 Ventures, will now be taking on the role of president for Daddy’s Chicken Shack, while Dave Liniger Jr. transitions from president to CEO. Adams and Liniger Jr. have been a part of Daddy’s Chicken Shack through Area 15 Ventures, the private equity firm that acquired the brand last year amidst a major growth surge. Area 15 Ventures is …
Salt Lake City — Commercial Asset Preservation, LLC (CAP), a Salt Lake City-based service provider established in 2009 to operate a network of independent commercial contractors throughout the United States, has hired Ryan Alford as a national sales executive. Most recently, he was a national sales executive with Midwest Gloves, Inc., the leading glove producer in the U.S. “Mr. Alford will make a significant impact on our organization and the needs of our customers,” says Marc Insul, president and COO at CAP. “His decades of sales, property management and insurance …
Atlanta — Smalls Sliders has appointed industry veteran Julie Hauser-Blanner as its chief operating officer. In her new role, Hauser-Blanner will oversee all aspects of the brand’s daily operations, driving strategic initiatives to elevate efficiency, scalability and overall performance. With an illustrious career spanning over 25 years in multi-unit, multi-brand, global hospitality and restaurant companies, Hauser-Blanner brings a wealth of experience to the brand’s growing executive leadership team. Having most recently served as chief franchise officer at European Wax Center, Hauser-Blanner was responsible for all growth, strategy and support functions …
Charlotte, N.C. — Brixx Wood Fired Pizza + Craft Bar has appointed a new senior leadership team as it positions itself for sustained growth and profitability under the leadership of its newly appointed president, Scott Isaacs. Isaacs steps into the role as president after serving as the company’s senior vice president of operations. Having spent 25 years at Darden Restaurants and 5 years in an executive leadership role at Romacorp, Isaacs brings a wealth of knowledge about the restaurant industry to the Brixx organization. Rocky Tradd joins the Brixx senior …
Eatontown, N.J. — Total Comfort Group, a national industry leader in HVAC/R, electrical and plumbing systems, has promoted Christian Tunis to client success manager. In his new role, Tunis will leverage his extensive experience and expertise to drive exceptional client satisfaction and retention as the company continues to grow nationally. A valued employee since 2018, Tunis previously served as senior account manager. “We are thrilled to promote Christian Tunis to the role of client success manager,” says Daniel Eberenz, vice president of operations. “His proven track record of leadership and …
New York City — Just Salad, the fast-casual restaurant chain with a mission to make everyday health and sustainability possible, has appointed Andrew Marsallo as the company’s director of real estate. He will be responsible for managing Just Salad’s rapidly growing real estate pipeline, with a particular focus on the chain’s growth in both existing and new markets. Marsallo joins the company from Shake Shack. “We are thrilled to welcome Andrew Marsallo to the Just Salad team as our new director of real estate,” says Nick Kenner, founder and CEO …