The family-owned chain formerly known as Wings N’ Things changed its name to Epic Wings and hired Rob Streett as its first president.
The Pie Hole, a sweet and savory pie concept, tapped a former The Counter and Morton’s executive, Edie Ames, as its new CEO.
Pincho Factory, a 10-unit fast-casual chain, named industry veteran Jayson Tipp president.
Fish City Grill named Dave Orenstein to the long unfilled positions of president and chief operating officer.
Aloha Poke, one of the leading sushi-in-a-bowl chains in the Midwest, tapped Potbelly veteran Chris Birkinshaw as the brand’s first CEO.
The growing Babalu Tapas & Tacos chain promoted industry veteran Abe Ruiz to the role of CEO.
Brewpub chain Iron Hill Brewery and Restaurant named Kim Boerema as CEO.
Tender Greens named president Denyelle Bruno to the additional role of CEO.
Angela Stowell became the CEO of FareStart, a Seattle-based nonprofit that provides foodservice training and job placement to the homeless.
The fast-casual Asian Box chain has named Mike Speck to the role of CEO.
Dan Costello was named CEO of the nine-unit Home Run Inn Pizza chain.
Shannon McNiel was named to the newly created position of president and chief operating officer of Tom’s Urban.
Four Foods Group, a restaurant investment, development, operations and management company announced a new president, Shauna K. Smith.
Josh Zadikoff took on the role of president at Cornerstone Restaurant Group.
Steve Hafner, Kayak CEO, who began overseeing OpenTable in February, will continue to lead the business following the resignation of OpenTable CEO Christa Quarles at the end of December.
Chanticleer Holdings Inc., a multiunit operator whose portfolio includes Hooters and Little Big Burger, has named Fred Glick its new president.
PJW Restaurant Group, the parent company of P.J. Whelihan’s Pub, named Jim Fris as its new CEO.
Fast-casual brand The Little Beet named Starbucks Corp. veteran Becky Mulligan as CEO.