The full-service, Tex-Mex concept joins a portfolio of brands that also includes Olive Garden, LongHorn Steakhouse and Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen.
Meanwhile, Clark Service Group earned the association’s lone company-wide recognition.
The president of Ohio-based Commercial Parts & Service formerly served as the director of the association’s board.
The company’s latest acquisition will enhance its product offerings in the frozen dessert category.
Nordon will represent the company in South New Jersey, Delaware and Eastern Pennsylvania.
Singer Equipment Co. and KaTom are among those who organized collections and deliveries of supplies.
FEDA members earned recognition at the Gold Awards Breakfast for their leadership and service.
DeSimone has experience on the manufacturer side at ITW FEG, as well as the chain side at Bloomin’ Brands.
In three years, the brand has signed 20 master franchise agreements, seven of which it inked in 2024.
Five months post-acquisition, a two-unit fast-casual is part of what the brands’ CEO calls ‘a significant milestone.’