Thompson Restaurants focuses on expansion in
the coming year with a growing portfolio of existing brands, the
announcement of universal gift cards and fresh concepts in new
markets
RESTON,
Va., Aug. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ --
Minority-owned and family-run food service management company,
Thompson Hospitality, led by President and Founder
Warren Thompson, is set to
further solidify its position as a leader in the industry with the
official launch of Thompson Restaurants. This expansion
marks a significant milestone in the company's history, as it
prepares to unveil multiple new locations of its cherished
restaurant brands and introduce a brand-wide universal gift card
program. With a robust portfolio encompassing over 70 locations
across 14 unique brands, Thompson Restaurants is set to strengthen
its presence in the DMV, South
Florida, and Columbus,
Ohio, while expanding into new markets.
Along with the launch of the new restaurant group brand, the
company is introducing universal gift cards for the first time.
This is made possible by the modernization and consolidation of
their technology stack across their entire portfolio of restaurant
properties, paving the way for a fully integrated guest experience.
This initiative will enable the team to offer one gift card that
works across all Thompson Restaurant brands, a unified online
ordering system regardless of the location, and a single loyalty
program that allows guests to earn points towards exclusive
experiences at every Thompson brand, set to launch in 2025.
"It is a favorable moment to focus on the restaurant industry,
despite the unprecedented challenges it faces," said Warren Thompson, founder, Thompson Hospitality.
"While many might view this as an inopportune time to invest in the
industry, we see it as a unique opportunity. These challenges
necessitate leadership from seasoned companies. With 32 years of
experience and a diverse portfolio, Thompson Restaurants is
uniquely positioned to navigate and capitalize on this
landscape."
Thompson Restaurants has experienced remarkable growth over the
past year, with several significant openings, including Milk &
Honey and Makers Union at DC's Wharf project, four new Wiseguy
Pizza locations, Hen Quarter Prime and the introduction of CUT 132
in Columbus, Ohio. The company has
tapped its COO, Alex Berentzen, to
oversee the division, which has about 2,800 employees. Berentzen
has been a fixture in the hospitality industry for more than 25
years, previously serving as president and COO at Organic Krush
Lifestyle Eatery and has held positions at Fox Restaurant Concepts
and Wegmans Food Markets among others. The company plans to
continue its expansion with a projected 7% annual growth rate in
2024 and 2025, driven by both full-service and fast-casual brands
in addition to a focus on catering efforts. New markets, including
Virginia Beach, are also in the
pipeline.
"As we expand Thompson Restaurants beyond the DC-metro,
Columbus, and South Florida areas, we remain deeply
committed to the foundational pillars that Thompson Hospitality was
built on," said Alex Berentzen, COO,
Thompson Restaurants. "Our mission to create a positive experience
in every relationship in which we are involved— one guest, one
client, one team member at a time—remains unwavering."
As Thompson Restaurants continues to grow, the company remains
committed to providing unparalleled benefits to its team members.
This includes a comprehensive benefits package with 401k matching, medical, dental, vision, life
insurance, pet insurance, flexible spending accounts, and more.
Team members also enjoy a 25% discount across all brands, access to
education reimbursement programs and leadership development
opportunities through the Hospitality Academy, designed to guide
employees from entry-level roles to director positions within the
organization.
For more information and to purchase Thompson Restaurants gift
cards, visit www.thompsonrestaurants.com.
About Thompson Restaurants
Founded in 1992, Thompson Restaurants owns and operates restaurants
in Maryland, Virginia, Washington
DC, Ohio and South Florida. As part of Thompson
Hospitality, the family-run organization has catered to client,
customer and community relationships for over three decades. Led by
President and Founder Warren
Thompson, Thompson Restaurants owns and operates 14 beloved
brands across more than 70 locations including Makers Union,
matchbox, Hen Quarter, Milk & Honey, Wiseguy Pizza and more.
Visit www.thompsonrestaurants.com for more information.
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