Personnel Changes News

Christian Brothers Automotive is now bringing comfortable and convenient auto care to drivers in South Aurora.

Smalls Sliders locations will soon be popping up all over the Gulf South as demand for the emerging franchise brand has exceeded expectations.

Pet Evolution, a locally owned, healthy pet supply store dedicated to providing the highest quality products, is preparing for a busy year after rounding out 2021 with many successes.

Mr Brews Taphouse COO Mark Leach announced today the company named Kenny Leetch as its new senior vice president of operations.

Jenny Craig, a weight loss and weight management company, announces Brittany Cartwright as spokesperson and ambassador for Max Up, its newest, most complete and effective program yet.

Stratus Building Solutions, a green commercial cleaning and janitorial services franchise, is excited to announce Doug Flaig as its new president.

7-Eleven, Inc. is proud to announce Ken Wakabayashi's new role as Co-CEO of 7-Eleven International LLC ("7IN").

Petland, Inc. announced the appointment of Elizabeth Kunzelman to Vice President of Legislative and Public Affairs.

RE/MAX Holdings, Inc. announced that Adam Contos, who has served as the Company’s Chief Executive Officer since 2018, has informed the Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”) of his decision.

As Duck Donuts, known for serving Warm, Delicious and Made To Order!® donuts announced the appointment of several hires, including industry-veteran, Eric Lavinder, as chief development officer.

Papa John’s International, Inc. announced the promotion of Anne Fischer to Chief Marketing and Digital Officer.

H&R Block announces that Dara Redler is joining the company as Chief Legal Officer, as current General Counsel and Chief Administrative Officer Tom Gerke announces his retirement after serving the company for the past 10 years.

BurgerFi International Inc. announces the addition of four senior members to its executive team following the recent acquisition of Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza & Wings (Anthony’s).

LIME Painting is gearing up for a busy year after rounding out 2021 with more locations, new hirings, and a new franchisee event.

Goldfish Swim School Franchising, LLC announces the hiring of Carlos Perez as Director of Information Technology.

Under the new ownership of Propelled Brands, the brand opened 40 new locations, rolled out new programs and garnered national recognition.

LaRosa’s, Inc. has named Steve Browne, SHRM-SCP, its Chief People Officer and Suzie Pfeiffer, CPA, CGMA, has been elevated to Chief Financial Officer.

Friendly's Restaurants, known for menu items such as the Fribble Milkshake, the Jim Dandy Sundae, and delectable burgers and melts, closes out the year on a sweet note.

California Pizza Kitchen (CPK) announced that Board Chairman Robert Webster will be voluntarily stepping down from the company’s Board of Directors to spend more time on other business interests.

Taco Shop announces franchise veteran Scott Shotter as Chief Operating Officer.

Pet Evolution is welcoming a new Senior Vice President of Operations to the team as the national demand for quality pet care is at an all-time high.

Coverall North America announced Charlie Daniel will serve as its new Chief Executive Officer.

British Swim School announces an exciting new ownership change at its Manhattan franchise.

Vitality Bowls in Tualatin announced today that the superfood café is under new ownership. Local entrepreneur, Andres Radilla, has been named as the café’s new owner and operator.

Orangetheory® Fitness announced that it has appointed Ryan Flaherty as Chief Fitness and Product Officer effective immediately.

H&R Block announced that Tom Gannon has joined the company as Vice President and Chief Government Relations Officer.

Wingstop (NASDAQ: WING) announced the appointment of Donnie Upshaw to Chief People Officer. Donnie joined Wingstop in 2018 and most recently served as Senior Vice President of People.

Realty ONE Group has sold the franchise rights to Puerto Rico and the entire Eastern Caribbean Region to South America to an owner.

Famous Toastery, the 25-plus unit better breakfast, brunch and lunch franchise, has announced the addition of Michael Mabry to its executive team as president.

Big Blue Swim School has announced the promotion of Brooke Mallick to chief marketing officer. Mallick previously served as the brand’s vice president of marketing.

SYNERGY® HomeCare announced two strategic leadership appointments to support the rapidly expanding system and better position the organization to evolve in a dynamic industry.

The Luxury Collection, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of 30 extraordinary hotel brands, announces Caroline de Maigret as the brand’s newest Global Explorer.

El Pollo Loco, Inc. announced it appointed Deborah Gonzalez and Nancy Faginas-Cody as independent directors, effective December 9, 2021.

CEO of Taco John’s Jim Creel announced today that the company has named Erik Hess and John Blankenship as the newest members of Taco John’s International’s Board of Directors.

AtWork, a national staffing franchise announced that Benjaman Hubbard will assume the role of Vice President of Marketing for the corporate office.

Snap Fitness announced today the additions of Jacqueline Albert and Gary Payne to the franchise development team.

Senior Care Authority®, an eldercare consulting and senior residential placement services franchise, announced today several recent appointments within its Executive Team.

Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC, a Realogy (NYSE: RLGY) brand, announced that Liz Gehringer has been appointed president of Coldwell Banker Affiliate business effective immediately.

PACK & SEND has announced it will promote the current Chief Operating Officer to replace retiring CEO and founder Michael Paul.

Dessange International is pleased to announce the hiring of Thomas Boitz as Chief Executive Officer of Dessange Group North America.

Shipley Do-Nuts, a do-nut restaurant franchisor and manufacturer of specialty food products, has hired Bob McGahan as its new chief financial officer.

Domino's Pizza Inc. announcing the promotions of Kate Trumbull, Christopher Thomas-Moore and Juan Joachin to senior vice president, effective immediately.

frios gourmet pops announced that it has named Patti Rother to the role of President.

MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes is supercharging its leadership team to accelerate explosive growth in sales and unit count.

Dave Collins is a real estate industry veteran who has served in nearly every role imaginable over the past 35 years.

British Swim School is excited to announce Ashley Gundlach as the brand’s next President.

As part of its strategic plan to accelerate new restaurant openings and new consumer markets for Krystal Restaurants, the brand has named a dedicated Vice President of Real Estate & Construction.

European Wax Center, Inc. announced the appointment of Nital Scott to its Board of Directors. With the appointment of Ms. Scott, the European Wax Center Board of Directors now has seven members.

Peter Heary, President of Paul Davis GTA West Group, is honouring the retirement of Paul Gresham, one of the Canadian company’s longest, and continuously running office owners and employee for 35 years.

Slim Chickens has strengthened its executive team with the appointment of restaurant industry leader Christina Vaughan to Senior Vice President of Operations.

Since its founding in 1997, Lightbridge Academy® has made its way through several recessions, a pandemic and onto today’s springboard to national prominence.

RE/MAX, LLC (the “Company” or “RE/MAX”) announced that the Company has named Christopher Alexander as the President of RE/MAX Canada.

Waxxpot, a full-service waxing salon that provides hair-removal services from head to toe has named Katie Yeargan as vice president of franchise development.

Salata Salad Kitchen, a built-to-order salad kitchen, announces three new additions to the corporate team filled by a tenured group of female executives.