Growing Beverage Chain Makes Top-Level Hire

Christopher Dawson, who served as the CEO of Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux from June 2023-August 2024, has taken his expertise to 7 Brew.

Now, as president of the drive-thru beverage concept, Dawson will spearhead the brand’s continued expansion across the United States. He will report to CEO John Davidson.

“7 Brew is a fast-growing powerhouse in the drive-thru beverage space, and I am confident that the brand has a tremendous runway of further growth ahead in the U.S.,” says Dawson in a press release. “It’s a pleasure to join the 7 Brew family, and I look forward to nurturing the team’s unique culture, supporting stand expansion, and ensuring profitability in both company-owned and franchise-operated locations.”

Prior to joining Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux, Dawson was a multi-brand president at Driven Brands, leading its paint and collision segment. Before that, he worked at Denny’s and Cicis Pizza, serving as a multi-unit franchisee for the latter.

At Walk-On’s, previous CFO Chris Porcelli has been promoted to CEO.