Award-Winning Fast-Casual Sandwich Franchise
Honors & Educates Franchisees at Regional Meetings in
Nevada and Delaware
LAS
VEGAS, May 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Capriotti's
Sandwich Shop (Capriotti's), the award-winning fast-casual
sandwich franchise known for its hand-crafted cheese steaks, turkey
subs and more, recently concluded its two regional meetings in
Las Vegas, NV and Wilmington, DE. The meetings brought together
nearly 100 franchisees from across the country to recognize a year
of remarkable growth and innovation, while also strategizing on
marketing tactics to further accelerate sales and ensure
sustainable business growth.
During the meetings, franchisees were honored for their
dedication to excellence and outstanding performance within the
Capriotti's network. Awards were presented to individuals and teams
who demonstrated exceptional commitment and achievement in various
aspects of business operation. Some of the distinguished
recognitions included:
- Rookie of The Year: Chase
Heu of Honolulu, HI,
impressed as this year's Rookie of The Year, showcasing exceptional
dedication and performance in his debut year as a Capriotti's
franchisee. His enthusiasm and rapid adaptation to the franchise
model have set a high standard for newcomers.
- Franchise Partner of The Year: Matthew Matt of Bentonville, AR, was named Franchise Partner
of The Year for his dedication to excellence, leadership, and
innovation. His visionary approach and commitment to teamwork have
not only driven success in his own franchise but have also enriched
the entire Capriotti's network.
- Multi-Unit Franchise Partner of The Year: Cesar and Brenda Torres, operating in
Southern California, have been
recognized for their exceptional management of multiple Capriotti's
locations, making them this year's Multi-Unit Franchise Partner of
The Year. Their dedication to maintaining consistent quality across
all their units has contributed significantly to customer
satisfaction and brand loyalty.
- Franchisee Team Member of The Year: Denise Shirley-Villasin, from the Byers shop in
Glen Mills, PA, stands out as
Franchisee Team Member of The Year, praised for her outstanding
dedication and professionalism in contributing to the franchise's
success. Her positive attitude and willingness to go above and
beyond her duties have made her an invaluable asset to the
team.
- Franchisee Manager of The Year: Carlos Avila, manager of the Sepulveda shop in Culver City, CA, is celebrated as Franchisee
Manager of The Year for his exemplary leadership and commitment to
excellence. Under his guidance, the Sepulveda store has consistently exceeded
performance expectations while maintaining high standards of
customer service.
- Corporate Manager of The Year: Michaela Chicaul, corporate manager of the
Horizon shop in Henderson, NV,
earns recognition as Capriotti's Corporate Manager of The Year,
praised for her strategic vision and operational excellence. Her
ability to inspire and motivate her team has fostered a culture of
excellence and achievement within the corporate-owned
location.
"We are thrilled to honor our top-performing franchisees for
their dedication and achievements over the past year," said
Ashley Morris, CEO of Capriotti's
Sandwich Shop. "Their hard work, innovation, and commitment to
excellence have been instrumental in driving our brand forward.
These meetings provided a valuable opportunity for us to celebrate
their successes and collaborate on strategies to further propel our
growth."
In addition to recognizing franchisee achievements, the regional
meetings served as platforms for in-depth discussions on key topics
such as marketing tactics to accelerate sales and sustainable
business growth strategies. Franchisees engaged in sessions focused
on the importance of reporting and insights to profitability,
highlighting the significance of data-driven decision-making in
driving business success.
Founded in 1976, Capriotti's is most famous for its 40-year
nightly tradition of slow-roasting whole, all-natural turkeys
in-house and hand-shredding them each morning to feature in a
variety of subs. This includes The Bobbie, the shop's acclaimed
best-seller, made with homemade turkey, cranberry sauce, stuffing,
and mayo on a soft roll. Capriotti's is backed by a corporate
leadership team that offers a continuous support program for
franchise partners through online and field programs, which
provides significant support for marketing, retail sales,
operations, and growth strategies through every stage of their
ownership.
For more information about the Capriotti's franchise
opportunity, please visit http://www.ownacapriottis.com.
About Capriotti's Sandwich Shop
Founded in 1976,
Capriotti's Sandwich Shop is an award-winning national franchised
restaurant chain that remains true to its 40-year tradition of
slow-roasting whole, all-natural turkeys in-house every day.
Capriotti's cold, grilled, and vegetarian subs, cheesesteaks and
salads are available at more than 175 locations across the United States. Capriotti's signature sub,
The Bobbie®, was voted "The Greatest Sandwich in America" by
thousands of readers across the country, as reported by AOL.com.
Capriotti's fans can also download the CAPAddicts Rewards app for
iOS and Android, where they can earn and redeem rewards.
Capriotti's plans to grow to over 750 locations by 2032 and was
ranked on Fast Casual's Top Movers & Shakers List each
of the last four years (2020-23). For more information, visit
capriottis.com. Like Capriotti's on Facebook, follow on Twitter or
Instagram.
Media Contact: Regan Lee,
Fishman Public Relations, rlee@fishmanpr.com or 630-842-0414
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