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National Fried Chicken Day is Saturday, July 6th and what better way to celebrate than with a Nashville hot chicken sandwich! Photo provided by Craveworthy Brands The Budlong Southern Chicken is commemorating the holiday AND their 8th birthday by offering $5 Budlong Original Chicken Sandwiches for the enter month of July. Craveworthy Brands CEO Gregg […]
In the latest episode of Hospitality Hangout, hosts Michael Schatzberg, "The Restaurant Guy," and Jimmy Frischling, "The Finance Guy," sit down with Gregg Majewski, the CEO of Craveworthy Brands. Boasting an illustrious career of over 23 years in the food and beverage industry, Majewski holds a myriad of founder and senior executive roles under his belt.Among his significant accomplishments is the founding of Wildcat Investments and his former position as CEO of Jimmy John's Gourmet Sandwiches. During his tenure at Jimmy John's, Majewski significantly increased the chain's footprint, growing the number of outlets from a mere 33 to a staggering 300, with an additional 600 sold.A key component of Majewski's leadership was his drive to implement and restructure company-wide operational standards. He is also credited with shifting the marketing strategies to emphasize the brand's "Freaky Fast" delivery.Gregg's executive career has been characterized by a keen focus on conceptualizing and growing emerging brands and revitalizing legacy brands. In 2022, he founded Craveworthy Brands, leveraging his significant restaurant experience. The Craveworthy portfolio kicked off with four unique, scalable, and highly engaging brands, indicative of Majewski's continuous drive to cultivate more concepts.Majewski's innovative leadership tactics and his unique approach to reviving troubled companies and turning them into profitable entities. One such success story being Mongolian Concepts, a company Majewski successfully turned around, selling 24 franchises and marking a first since 2011.Craveworthy Brands, Majewski's latest venture, showcases his continuous drive to cultivate unique, scalable, and engaging concepts. Craveworthy Brands' portfolio includes Wing It On, The Budlong, Krafted Burger + Tap, Lucky Cat Poke Company, Genghis Grill, BD's Mongolian Grill and Flat Top Grill. Majewski shares his strategic insights into the restaurant industry, from creating crave-worthy food to fostering a positive company culture. He also introduces his latest business strategy of aiming for the number two position in industry segments, offering better products, service, and operations, leaving the educational role to the number one.Majewski announced that Greg Creed, former CEO of Yum! Brands, has taken an advisory role on the Craveworthy board, marking his first advisory position in the restaurant industry. This episode promises to intrigue and educate professionals in the restaurant and hospitality industry.Don't miss “Foodservice Feud” tune into the Hospitality Hangout!
In the latest episode of Hospitality Hangout, hosts Michael Schatzberg, "The Restaurant Guy," and Jimmy Frischling, "The Finance Guy," sit down with Gregg Majewski, the CEO of Craveworthy Brands. Boasting an illustrious career of over 23 years in the food and beverage industry, Majewski holds a myriad of founder and senior executive roles under his belt.Among his significant accomplishments is the founding of Wildcat Investments and his former position as CEO of Jimmy John's Gourmet Sandwiches. During his tenure at Jimmy John's, Majewski significantly increased the chain's footprint, growing the number of outlets from a mere 33 to a staggering 300, with an additional 600 sold.A key component of Majewski's leadership was his drive to implement and restructure company-wide operational standards. He is also credited with shifting the marketing strategies to emphasize the brand's "Freaky Fast" delivery.Gregg's executive career has been characterized by a keen focus on conceptualizing and growing emerging brands and revitalizing legacy brands. In 2022, he founded Craveworthy Brands, leveraging his significant restaurant experience. The Craveworthy portfolio kicked off with four unique, scalable, and highly engaging brands, indicative of Majewski's continuous drive to cultivate more concepts.Majewski's innovative leadership tactics and his unique approach to reviving troubled companies and turning them into profitable entities. One such success story being Mongolian Concepts, a company Majewski successfully turned around, selling 24 franchises and marking a first since 2011.Craveworthy Brands, Majewski's latest venture, showcases his continuous drive to cultivate unique, scalable, and engaging concepts. Craveworthy Brands' portfolio includes Wing It On, The Budlong, Krafted Burger + Tap, Lucky Cat Poke Company, Genghis Grill, BD's Mongolian Grill and Flat Top Grill. Majewski shares his strategic insights into the restaurant industry, from creating crave-worthy food to fostering a positive company culture. He also introduces his latest business strategy of aiming for the number two position in industry segments, offering better products, service, and operations, leaving the educational role to the number one.Majewski announced that Greg Creed, former CEO of Yum! Brands, has taken an advisory role on the Craveworthy board, marking his first advisory position in the restaurant industry. This episode promises to intrigue and educate professionals in the restaurant and hospitality industry.Don't miss “Foodservice Feud” tune into the Hospitality Hangout!
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