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Potbelly Continues Growth in Florida with 16 New Units in Development

by Katie Lee April 26, 2023

Chicago — Potbelly Corporation, the iconic neighborhood sandwich shop, has finalized a 16-unit shop development agreement in two Florida markets. This agreement includes 14 shops in Broward County and two shops in Gainesville. “We are enthused to begin a partnership with Rami Boaziz and Stellar Hospitality, which we believe will be great stewards of the brand,” says Bob Wright, president and chief executive officer. “We look forward to expanding the Potbelly brand in the Florida market with a Shop Development Area Agreement (SDAA) for 16 new shops, following our previous …

April 26, 2023

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Potbelly to Expand in NYC with Development Agreement and First Refranchise Deal

by Katie Lee March 15, 2023

Chicago — Potbelly Corporation, the iconic neighborhood sandwich shop, has finalized a multi-unit development agreement along with its first refranchising deal in New York City. This agreement includes multi-unit development for 13 new shops over the next 8 years, and the refranchise of eight shops, the ownership of which has been fully transferred. “I am excited to announce Potbelly’s expansion in New York City, one of the premier markets in the U.S., and that this expansion includes our first refranchise transaction,” says Bob Wright, president and chief executive officer. “This …

March 15, 2023

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Potbelly Corporation Appoints New Chief Marketing Officer

by Katie Lee August 18, 2021

Chicago — Potbelly Corporation, the iconic neighborhood sandwich shop, has appointed David Daniels as its chief marketing officer (CMO) effective August 23, 2021. In this senior leadership role, he will report to Bob Wright, president and chief executive officer of Potbelly. Daniels will lead the branding, marketing and digital teams. “We are very excited to welcome David to the Potbelly family,” Wright says. “He brings significant executive experience and success leading some of the world’s best-selling brands, delivering top- and bottom-line growth. We will immediately benefit from his broad experience …

August 18, 2021

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Potbelly Names New Chief Development Officer

by Katie Lee May 28, 2021

Chicago — Potbelly Corporation has appointed Larry Strain as its chief development officer (CDO) effective immediately. Potbelly is contracting with Restaurant Development Experts (RDE), LLC in connection with Strain’s engagement for this role and Bob Wright, president and CEO of Potbelly, will have oversight responsibility for him. Strain will oversee four key areas of shop development including Corporate Development Services, Franchise Sales & Development, Brokerage Services & Tenant Representation, and Strategic & Trade Area Level Market Planning. “The addition of Larry and his wealth of experience in real estate and …

May 28, 2021

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Wendy’s To Open First Restaurant in Brazil

by Katie Lee July 1, 2016

Dublin, Ohio — The Wendy’s Company plans to enter Brazil this month, with plans for significant restaurant expansion over time. This growth will be driven through Wendy’s Brazil, a joint venture formed in 2015 between affiliates of Infinity Services and Starboard, one of Wendy’s® largest U.S. franchisees, and a subsidiary of The Wendy’s Company. Wendy’s Brazil plans to hold the grand opening in mid-July for two restaurants in São Paulo.

July 1, 2016

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The Wendy’s Company Appoints CEO

by Katie Lee May 26, 2016

Dublin, Ohio — The Wendy’s Company has appointed Todd Penegor as chief executive officer of the company, in addition to his current role as president. Additionally, Emil Brolick has retired from management duties with the company.

May 26, 2016