Former Qdoba executive to spearhead franchise
growth and restaurant development
DENVER, Sept. 11,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading fast-casual better
burger brand Smashburger® is excited to announce the recent
appointment of Jim Sullivan as Chief
Development Officer. In his new role, Sullivan is responsible for
overseeing all facets of restaurant development, including market
planning, site selection and franchise sales, with a strategic
focus on elevating Smashburger's brand identity in the fast-casual
space.
"We are thrilled to welcome Jim
Sullivan as Smashburger's new Chief Development Officer,"
said Denise Nelsen, CEO of
Smashburger. "Jim brings unparalleled expertise, passion and a deep
understanding of the fast-casual industry that will be instrumental
in driving our ambitious expansion plans both domestically and
internationally. His leadership and vision will be game changers
for our brand, and we are excited to see how he will elevate
Smashburger to new heights and solidify our position as a household
name."
Officially settling into his role in June
2024, Sullivan brings over 25 years of food and beverage
expertise to Smashburger. Prior to joining the company, he served
as Chief Development Officer at Qdoba, where he led global
expansion and new restaurant development. His extensive experience
also includes developmental leadership positions at CKE Restaurant
Holdings, Friendly's Ice Cream and American Hospitality Concepts,
where he further developed his expertise in real estate, franchise
development and site acquisition management.
"I'm honored to join Smashburger's leadership team and work
closely with our dedicated team members and franchisees to foster a
culture of continuous growth and development," said Jim Sullivan, Chief Development Officer of
Smashburger. "Smashburger's commitment to culinary innovation is
truly inspiring, and I'm excited to lead the brand's expansion
initiatives while elevating the guest experience."
For more information about Smashburger, please visit
www.smashburger.com.
About Smashburger®
Smashburger® is a leading fast-casual better burger restaurant
known for its Certified Angus Beef® burgers that are smashed on the
grill to sear in the juices and seal in the flavor. In addition to
burgers, Smashburger® offers veggie burgers, signature side items
such as SmashFries® and SmashTots®, and hand-spun shakes. Founded
in 2007 in Denver, Colorado,
Smashburger is recognized as a 2023 Stevie American Business Award
winner for Achievement in Product Innovation, named one of the 2023
Top Workplaces by The Denver Post and ranked as one of Fast
Casual's top 50 brands in its 2024 Top 100 Movers & Shakers
Award. The brand has 235 corporate and franchise restaurants
operating in 32 states and six countries. To learn more, visit
www.smashburger.com.
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