Franchise Veteran Joins Growing Restaurant Brand with Eye on Expansion

Posted on January 17, 2012 by Jessica Dees

Franchise Veteran Joins Growing Restaurant Brand with Eye on Expansion

With franchise locations in more than 20 states, Beef 'O' Brady's announced today the hiring of industry veteran Gene Savage as its new Director of Franchise Sales and Development.

Savage will help the guide the brand as it continues expansion throughout the country, bring to the table years of experience from franchise giants such as Baskin Robbins, Dunkin Donuts, Maggie Moos and Baja Fresh.

"As an outsider looking in, I've always admired Beef 'O' Brady's for creating a restaurant concept that's universally appealing to both restaurant goers and franchise prospects," said Savage.  "Beef's is experiencing tremendous growth right now in the Southeast and in new markets west of the Rocky Mountains, so I'm thrilled to join a proven executive team to help them keep this strong momentum going."

Beef 'O' Brady's opened more than 10 restaurants last year, and signed agreements for approx. 20 more, and the company shows no sign of slowing down with a projected 25+ new restaurants slated for 2012, including franchises in new international markets.

"Gene's knowledge and passion for the industry is what sets him apart from others in the sector, and our goals for the brand are in line with one another," said Chris Elliott, CEO of Beef 'O' Brady's.  "It's truly a pleasure to welcome Gene aboard."

ABOUT BEEF 'O' BRADY'S

Beef 'O' Brady's is a national franchise of family sports pubs that achieves its success by building relationships with the local schools, youth sports leagues, and other community organizations in each and every Beef 'O' Brady's neighborhood market. The "kid appeal" of this unique concept is reinforced by a very moderately priced kids menu and video games. Ironically, despite what the name implies, Beef 'O' Brady's is actually best known for its Buffalo-style chicken wings. The company, headquartered in Tampa, Fla. has more than 210 locations in 21 states.