Erbert & Gerbert’s Hires Mark Kocer as CEO

Erbert & Gerbert’s Sandwich Shop has updated its leadership to help grow the QSR brand. Mark Kocer has joined as CEO and Eric Wolfe has moved from his current CEO role to become chief development officer. In his new role, Wolfe will focus entirely on brand growth, new revenue opportunities and expansion of the franchise system.

Kocer has more than 33 years of multiunit leadership experience. Most recently, he was COO of Taco John’s Int’l. His career also includes time spent as division vice president at Arby’s Restaurant Group/Inspire Brands and in field leadership and training roles at KFC/Yum Brands.

“This is about positioning Erbert & Gerbert’s for its next chapter,” Wolfe says in the release. “Mark understands restaurant operations, franchisee relationships, team development and growth. His experience will be a tremendous asset as we continue building the brand.”

Based in Eau Claire, Wis., Erbert & Gerbert’s serves sandwiches and soups. It has 60 restaurants in nine states.