FAT Brands Names Toni M. Bianco as Fatburger President and Chief Operating Officer
February 20 2018 - 9:00AM
Business Wire
Bianco Brings Extensive International And
Partnership Experience To The Company
FAT (Fresh. Authentic. Tasty.) Brands Inc.
(NASDAQ: FAT), parent company of Fatburger, announces the hiring of
Toni M. Bianco as President and Chief Operating Officer of
Fatburger. As the newest addition to the Fatburger
executive team, Toni will work side-by-side with longstanding Chief
Executive Officer Andy Wiederhorn to further expand
Fatburger's presence worldwide. In addition, after 15 years
of outstanding service, former Fatburger President and Chief
Operating Officer Don Berchtold will be transitioning to a new role
as Executive Vice President and Chief Concept Officer for FAT
Brands, where he will assist in the development of innovative
new concept designs across FAT Brands’ portfolio.
Bianco brings over 15 years of experience in the franchise
management space. Prior to joining Fatburger, Bianco oversaw
significant international expansion deals for Papa John's, where he
drove more than 30 new openings, primarily in Asia. Most recently,
he managed global operations, training, development and IT for the
growing Long John Silver's brand. His actions led to the highest
customer satisfaction in years and 16 consecutive periods of
same-store sales growth.
“I've always been drawn to brands like Fatburger that
offer a vivid history and culture, yet continue to push themselves
toward a promising and exciting future,” said Toni M. Bianco,
President and Chief Operating Officer of Fatburger. “It's
beyond exciting to think about the possibilities with this
brand.”
Andy Wiederhorn, Chief Executive Officer of Fatburger and
FAT Brands Inc., commented, “Toni brings extensive
experience and insight that will be integral to the continued
growth of the brand. We are grateful for all that Don has
accomplished for us at Fatburger, and look forward to what
he can do across all concepts under the FAT umbrella. As
Fatburger enters the ring with our larger competitors, I'm
confident Toni will be an indispensable asset to the corporate and
franchisee team.”
For more information or to find a Fatburger near you,
please visit www.fatburger.com.
Fresh. Authentic. Tasty. Brands
FAT Brands (NASDAQ: FAT) is a leading global franchising company
that strategically acquires, markets and develops fast casual and
casual dining restaurant concepts around the world. The Company
currently owns five restaurant brands, Fatburger, Buffalo’s Cafe,
Buffalo’s Express and Ponderosa and Bonanza Steakhouses, that have
approximately 350 locations open and 300 under development in 32
countries.
About Fatburger
An all-American, Hollywood favorite, Fatburger is a fast-casual
restaurant serving big, juicy, tasty burgers, crafted specifically
to each customer’s liking. With a 70-year legacy, Fatburger’s
extraordinary quality and taste inspire fierce loyalty amongst its
fan base, which includes a number of A-list celebrities and
athletes. Featuring a contemporary design and ambiance, Fatburger
offers an unparalleled dining experience, demonstrating the same
dedication to serving gourmet, homemade, custom-built burgers as it
has since 1952 – The Last Great Hamburger Stand™.
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