Mountain Mike’s Pizza Elevates Jim Metevier to Chief Executive Officer Fast-growing Franchise Chain Elevates Longstanding President and Chief Operating Officer to Top Executive Position Newport Beach, CA (RestaurantNews.com) Mountain Mike’s Pizza, a leading California-based family-style pizza chain for more than 45 years, understood for its famous crispy, curly pepperonis, Mountain-sized pizzas, dough made fresh daily, and garnishes to the edge, has actually selected Jim Metevier as Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Metevier formerly acted as Mountain Mike’s President and Chief Operating Officer (COO) because 2018 and boasts more than 30 years in the dining establishment market– experience that has actually contributed in speeding up the brand name’s substantial sales and franchise development in the last half-decade. After being obtained in 2017 by brand-new owners Chris Britt and Ed St. Geme, who made numerous crucial executive employs, consisting of Metevier, Mountain Mike’s Pizza has actually emerged from being a significant local chain to a fast-growing nationwide powerhouse with a multi-state footprint, with almost 300 dining establishments in operation and a robust advancement pipeline. “Jim’s elevation to CEO is a natural milepost for the Mountain Mike’s Pizza brand name, as he’s currently shown himself to be an important part of our success and development over the last five-plus years,” stated Chris Britt, Principal Owner and Co-Chairman of Mountain Mike’s Pizza. “A charming leader and knowledgeable modification representative, Jim has actually established extremely strong relationships with our devoted franchisees, who accept his enthusiasm for this brand name, and we have the utmost self-confidence he will continue to assist preserve our high development trajectory.” “With Jim as our brand-new CEO, Mountain Mike’s is on a course to accomplish much more success, and Chris and I anticipate operating in lockstep with him in this brand-new function as we raise the tradition of Mountain Mike’s Pizza and grow tactically throughout the U.S.” included Ed St. Geme, Principal Owner and Co-Chairman of Mountain Mike’s Pizza. Given that Metevier signed up with the brand name as President and COO, Mountain Mike’s Pizza has actually flourished in myriad elements of company. From brand name commitment and acknowledgment to sales and franchise development, the current climb has actually been really exceptional for the tradition brand name. Throughout his period, Metevier supervised the brand name’s functional systems and procedures, dining establishment quality and total visitor experience, and brand name marketing and advancement– important functions that sustained success and franchise sales development. Under Metevier’s management, the brand name increased very same shop sales by 32% over the previous 5 years, overall system sales by 83%, and went beyond $1.1 million in systemwide AUV, with the leading 10% of shops reaching $1.8 million and the leading 25% tape-recording $1.6 million. In addition, system sales throughout digital platforms (mobile web, mobile app and 3rd party) continually increased and now represent 43% of Mountain Mike’s systemwide sales. According to Franchise Registry by FRANData, Mountain Mike’s Pizza ended 2022 with a FUND ™ rating of 915, which remained in the leading 1% of all examined franchised brand names and amongst the leading 4 of all QSR franchised brand names. Mountain Mike’s Pizza likewise signed arrangements to open almost 200 brand-new dining establishments with Metevier as COO, consisting of new-state debuts in Texas, Idaho, Utah and Arizona. The well-known brand name likewise tattooed big advancement arrangements in Colorado, Nevada, Wisconsin and Washington. “I am exceptionally honored and grateful to deal with Chris and Ed in this brand-new capability to assist lead this precious pizza chain into its next development chapter, which we understand will be underpinned by the skilled enthusiasm and execution of our skilled franchisees,” stated Metevier. “As I enter the CEO function, I will continue to be laser-focused on methods that enhance the brand name and enable us to rise to brand-new and yet-to-be-reached heights, consisting of improved assistance tools for our broadening network of franchisees, strengthening community-first cultures focused around pizza, and presenting more visitors to our signature Mountain Mike’s Pizza experience by attentively including brand-new dining establishments throughout the nation.” With almost 300 systems in operation throughout 7 states, Mountain Mike’s is primed to continue growth throughout the U.S by extending chances to brand-new franchise partners wanting to diversify their portfolios with a popular household pizza idea. To read more about brand-new franchise chances in your market of interest, check out MountainMikesFranchise.com. About Mountain Mike’s Pizza Since 1978, Mountain Mike’s Pizza, a leading California-based family-style pizza chain understood for its famous crispy, curly pepperonis, Mountain-sized pizzas, and dough made fresh daily has actually been a popular option for households, serving “Pizza the Way it Oughta Be! ®” up and down the West Coast. In addition to providing carryout, its own internal shipment, and 4 third-party shipment alternatives, Mountain Mike’s offers a family-friendly dine-in environment making it simple for visitors to delight in the brand name’s signature experience any place they are. The majority of its almost 300 places include a kids’ activity location with game video games, committed celebration spaces and cinema TVs throughout, making Mountain Mike’s a perfect location for sports groups, household events, group fundraising occasions and personal celebrations alike. With a menu of signature pizzas, chicken wings, garlic bread, a buffet, mozzarella sticks, and a choice of beer and white wine, there’s something for everybody at Mountain Mike’s. Visitors might likewise make the most of structured purchasing through the Mountain Rewards ® app to make unique deals and individualized benefits towards complimentary food. For a total list of areas and the complete menu, go to MountainMikesPizza.com or follow Mountain Mike’s on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Mountain Mike’s Media Contact: Kristyna Otto Powerhouse+Co. kristyna@powerhouseandco.com More from Mountain Mike’s Pizza
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