Industry Vet to Lead Quizno’s, Taco Del Mar

Restaurant industry veteran Tim Casey has been named president and CEO of Rego Restaurant Group, the fast-casual restaurant group that includes Quiznos and Taco Del Mar.

He succeeds Gerry Lopez, who served as CEO and chairman on behalf of High Bluff Capital. The San Diego-based private investment firm acquired Quiznos and Taco Del Mar last year.

With an extensive track record enhancing economic models for franchise brands, Casey previously served as president and CEO of PepperJax Grill and as president of QDOBA Mexican Grill. Earlier in his career, he was a vice president at Starbucks Coffee Co.