Management

Azul Hospitality Group Announces Senior Leadership Changes
Alvaro Fraile is now Chief Executive Officer, and Mark Crisci is now President of the organization.
Amanda Clark Named COO - International at Papa Johns
Cief Restaurant Officer Joe Sieve is adding North American development responsibilities.

Pizzeria
Bob Bafundo Promoted to President of RAVE
He’s credited with spearheading online ordering and point-of-sale rollout.
Restaurants
Lyle Tick Named President of Buffalo Wild Wings
Inspire Brands today
Family Casual Dining
Kelli Valade Leaves Chili’s
Wyman Roberts to step in as president of Chili’s, a role he’s previously held
Restaurants
Shannon McNiel Joins Tom’s Urban as President, COO
His 20-year career includes stints at Texas Roadhouse, Cheddar’s and Darden restaurants.
Family Casual Dining
Joan Hansen Leads Marketing at Shari’s
Industry vet has 25 years of marketing and ops experience.
Family Casual Dining
Kelly Baltes Hired as President of Maggiano’s Little Italy
Prior to joining the Brinker International brand, he previously worked as chairman and CEO of Cheddar’s.
Restaurants
Scott Shotter Joins Back Yard Burgers as CEO
Scott Shotter was previously vp of operations at Moe's Southwest Grill
Coffee Bar
David Hoffmann Named Dunkin’ Brands CEO
President of Dunkin’ Donuts U.S.has overseen the implementation of a multi-year blueprint for growth
Online Ordering
Jason Rembert Joins FoodMaven as CTO
Rembert was VP of Software Development for Oracle
Restaurants
Chris Tomasso Named CEO of First Watch Restaurants
Tomasso to succeed Ken Pendery who will become executive chairman of the board
Restaurants
Jayson Tipp Named CEO of Pincho Factory
Pincho co-founder and CMO Otto Othman named executive chairman
Fast Casual Dining
B.GOOD Names Chris Fuqua CEO
Fuqua is a board member and former Dunkin' Brands executive