Kent, Wash. — Togo’s Eateries, LLC is celebrating the first of several locations planned to open in Washington State. Togo’s is now located at Kent Station in Kent, Wash. The grand opening will take place on June 18, 2016.
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Austin, Texas — Mama Fu’s Asian House, an Austin, Texas-based restaurant concept specializing in fresh and innovative Asian cuisine, has appointed Mary Orlando as senior vice president of operations, effective June 8, 2016. She joins Mama Fu’s from Noodles and Company.
Atlanta — Tropical Smoothie Cafe will open its 500th location on June 13, 2016 in Westland, Mich. The new restaurant marks a significant milestone for the brand and is a reflection of the company’s immense growth nationwide since its inception in 1997.
Denver — Doug Pendergast has stepped down as president and chief executive officer of Quiznos, a premier quick‐service restaurant chain and the pioneer of the toasted sandwich. Katie Scherping, current chief financial officer, will serve as interim president and CEO.
Denver — Smashburger, the rapidly expanding better burger restaurant, has appointed Gregg Koffler to the position of senior vice president of franchise sales & administration, effective immediately. Previously, he oversaw franchise sales for Corner Bakery Café.
Southfield, Mich. — Diversified Restaurant Holdings, Inc. has formed a management succession plan that advances CFO David G. Burke to president and CEO on January 1, 2017, or upon the selection of a new CFO, whichever comes first. The current chairman, president and CEO, Michael Ansley, will remain as chairman of the board after the transition.