Dull most recently served as
president and CEO of the Atlanta-based Global Franchise Group, which owns Great American Cookies, Marble Slab Creamery/MaggieMoo s, Pretzelmaker, Hot Dog on a Stick and Round Table Pizza.
Simon said in a statement that Dull’s “background and expertise will be a true asset in building upon the success we ve achieved and expand our footprint nationwide, while continuing to prioritize the success of our franchisees.”
The company added that “Dull will leverage his extensive industry experience to increase Freddy s focus on marketing and technology deployment while continuing to evolve the brand s operational best practices, as well as accelerate franchise development.”
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Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers announced today that franchise and restaurant industry veteran Chris Dull has joined the company as the new Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Dull joins the industry-leading fast-casual franchise on the heels of its recent acquisition by private equity firm Thompson Street Capital Partners (TSCP) in March of 2021. Freddy’s partnership with TSCP marks an exciting period of transition for the established restaurant brand, positioning the company to elevate its capabilities through investments in marketing and technology, as well as further fuel ongoing nationwide growth through franchise development.
With more than 25 years of experience in the franchise and restaurant industries, Dull has been instrumental in building, reviving and growing iconic brands throughout the U.S. and worldwide. He most recently served as President and CEO of Global Franchise Group, which has a portfolio of six brands – Great America
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Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers announced that franchise and restaurant industry veteran Chris Dull has joined the company as the new Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Dull joins the fast-casual franchise on the heels of its recent acquisition by private equity firm Thompson Street Capital Partners (TSCP) in March of 2021.
Freddy’s partnership with TSCP marks an exciting period of transition for the established restaurant brand, positioning the company to elevate its capabilities through investments in marketing and technology, as well as further fuel ongoing nationwide growth through franchise development.
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Chris Dull, the former president and CEO of Global Franchise Group, which owns Great American Cookies, Marble Slab Creamery/MaggieMoo s, Pretzelmaker, Hot Dog on a Stick and Round Table Pizza, has replaced Randy Simon as CEO of Freddy s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers, according to a company press release. As we look to continue Freddy s positive momentum, we re proud to welcome Chris into the Freddy s family, said Simon, who will remain chairman of the chain s Board. His background and expertise will be a true asset in building upon the success we ve achieved and expand our footprint nationwide, while continuing to prioritize the success of our franchisees.