Bringing nearly 15 years of industry
experience, Wesley is the latest addition to Maggiano's growing
leadership team as the Italian American favorite continues
to evolve its offerings
DALLAS, Dec. 2, 2024
/PRNewswire/ -- Today, Brinker International announces the
appointment of Mike Wesley as Vice
President of Marketing for Maggiano's Little Italy. In this role,
Wesley will be instrumental in further amplifying and building the
Maggiano's brand as it enters its next era of classic Italian
American dining, driving key marketing and promotional strategies.
Wesley's passion and guidance will be pivotal in the evolution of
Maggiano's culinary offerings and dining standards, which has been
in motion since the appointment of Dominique Bertolone as Maggiano's Little Italy's
President last year and more recently, the addition of Chef
Anthony Amoroso, VP of Innovation
and Growth.
"We couldn't be more pleased to welcome Mike to Maggiano's and
know his experience will provide valuable insights to guide the
brand toward new heights of growth and success as we craft this
next chapter of the Maggiano's story," said Dominique Bertolone, President, Maggiano's
Little Italy, and SVP, Brinker International. "We are certain that
his visionary leadership style combined with his experience in
driving brand relevance will enable us to elevate our marketing
strategy in the months and years to come."
Wesley joins Maggiano's after a 14-year tenure at Yum! Brands,
where he most recently served as VP of Brand Marketing, KFC U.S.,
strategizing key initiatives across the national calendar,
including notable menu and brand innovations. Before Wesley
transitioned into the food service industry, he held brand
positions at Procter & Gamble in the North America
Oral Health and Global Home Care categories, where he led
strategies to enhance brand awareness, loyalty, and market
share.
"This is an exciting time at Maggiano's, and I am looking
forward to working with the team to continue building upon the
great progress they have made, while finding new opportunities to
celebrate this iconic Italian American brand," said Wesley. "I have
had a lifelong passion for hospitality, having grown up in the
restaurant industry working alongside my father. My experience at
KFC allowed me to partner with various disciplines in service of
creating great products and experiences for our restaurants. This
next phase of my career certainly builds upon that passion, and I
look forward to opportunity to work with all of the amazing
Maggiano's Team Members."
To learn more about Maggiano's, please visit maggianos.com,
and follow along on social @MaggianosLittleItaly.
About Brinker
Brinker International, Inc. is one of the world's leading
casual dining restaurant companies and home of
Chili's® Grill & Bar, Maggiano's Little
Italy® and a virtual brand: It's Just
Wings®. Founded in 1975 in Dallas, Texas,
we've ventured far from home, but stayed true to our roots. Brinker
owns, operates or franchises more than 1,600 restaurants in 30
countries and two U.S. territories. Our passion is making people
feel special, and we hope you feel that passion each time you visit
one of our restaurants or invite us into your home through takeout
or delivery. Learn more about Brinker and its brands
at brinker.com.
About Maggiano's Little Italy
Maggiano's Little Italy specializes in Italian-American cuisine
served in a warm and friendly atmosphere. Maggiano's menu features
both classic and contemporary recipes – authentic pastas, signature
salads, steaks, fresh seafood, regular chef specials and specialty
desserts. Maggiano's 52 restaurants nationwide offer lunch and
dinner as well as delivery, carryout services, and banquet spaces
for special occasions. Follow news about Maggiano's
on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram,
YouTube and Pinterest. For additional
information, including the restaurant nearest you, please visit
maggianos.com.
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