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Fuzzy’s Taco Shop Announces Strategic Leadership Changes to Fuel Future Growth

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Fuzzy's Taco Shop, a fast-casual-plus Mexican restaurant chain, has announced strategic leadership changes to drive future growth. Patrick Kirk, previously Chief Marketing Officer, has been appointed as President and Chief Marketing Officer. Marshall Claycamp, formerly Executive Director of Operations Services for IHOP, has been named Chief Operations Officer.

Kirk, with over 23 years of industry experience, will define the Fuzzy's Taco Shop experience, guide brand growth, and manage organizational aspects. Claycamp will lead all operations and franchise restaurant operations. Both appointments aim to leverage their expertise in building strategic plans, fostering partnerships, and enhancing guest experiences.

Fuzzy's Taco Shop, founded in 2003 in Fort Worth, Texas, is now part of Dine Brands Global, Inc. (NYSE: DIN), which acquired the brand in 2022. The company operates nearly 3,600 restaurants across 18 international markets under the Applebee's, IHOP, and Fuzzy's Taco Shop brands.

Fuzzy's Taco Shop, una catena di ristoranti messicani fast-casual-plus, ha annunciato cambiamenti strategici nella leadership per stimolare la crescita futura. Patrick Kirk, precedentemente Chief Marketing Officer, è stato nominato Presidente e Chief Marketing Officer. Marshall Claycamp, ex Direttore Esecutivo dei Servizi Operativi per IHOP, è stato nominato Chief Operations Officer.

Kirk, con oltre 23 anni di esperienza nel settore, definirà l'esperienza di Fuzzy's Taco Shop, guiderà la crescita del marchio e gestirà gli aspetti organizzativi. Claycamp dirigerà tutte le operazioni e le operazioni dei ristoranti in franchising. Entrambi gli incarichi mirano a sfruttare la loro esperienza nella costruzione di piani strategici, nella creazione di partnership e nel miglioramento delle esperienze degli ospiti.

Fuzzy's Taco Shop, fondata nel 2003 a Fort Worth, Texas, è ora parte di Dine Brands Global, Inc. (NYSE: DIN), che ha acquisito il marchio nel 2022. L'azienda gestisce quasi 3.600 ristoranti in 18 mercati internazionali sotto i marchi Applebee's, IHOP e Fuzzy's Taco Shop.

Fuzzy's Taco Shop, una cadena de restaurantes mexicanos de estilo fast-casual-plus, ha anunciado Cambios estratégicos en su liderazgo para impulsar el crecimiento futuro. Patrick Kirk, anteriormente Director de Marketing, ha sido nombrado Presidente y Director de Marketing. Marshall Claycamp, ex Director Ejecutivo de Servicios Operativos de IHOP, ha sido nombrado Director de Operaciones.

Kirk, con más de 23 años de experiencia en la industria, definirá la experiencia de Fuzzy's Taco Shop, guiará el crecimiento de la marca y gestionará aspectos organizativos. Claycamp liderará todas las operaciones y las operaciones de restaurantes de franquicia. Ambos nombramientos buscan aprovechar su experiencia en la construcción de planes estratégicos, el fomento de asociaciones y la mejora de las experiencias de los clientes.

Fuzzy's Taco Shop, fundada en 2003 en Fort Worth, Texas, ahora forma parte de Dine Brands Global, Inc. (NYSE: DIN), que adquirió la marca en 2022. La empresa opera casi 3,600 restaurantes en 18 mercados internacionales bajo las marcas Applebee's, IHOP y Fuzzy's Taco Shop.

퍼지의 타코 샵(Fuzzy's Taco Shop)은 패스트 캐주얼 플러스 멕시코 식당 체인으로, 미래 성장을 이끌기 위해 전략적 리더십 변경을 발표했습니다. 패트릭 커크(Patrick Kirk)는 이전에 최고 마케팅 책임자였으며 사장 겸 최고 마케팅 책임자로 임명되었습니다. 마샬 클레이캠프(Marshall Claycamp)는 이전 IHOP의 운영 서비스 전무이사로 최고 운영 책임자로 임명되었습니다.

23년 이상의 산업 경험을 가진 커크는 퍼지의 타코 샵 경험을 정의하고 브랜드 성장을 안내하며 조직적 측면을 관리할 것입니다. 클레이캠프는 모든 운영 및 프랜차이즈 레스토랑 운영을 이끌 것입니다. 두 사람의 임명이 전략적 계획 수립, 파트너십 형성 및 고객 경험 개선에서 그들의 전문성을 활용하는 것을 목표로 합니다.

퍼지의 타코 샵은 2003년 텍사스 포트 워스에서 설립되어 현재 Dine Brands Global, Inc. (NYSE: DIN)의 일부로, 2022년에 이 브랜드를 인수했습니다. 이 회사는 Applebee's, IHOP 및 퍼지의 타코 샵 브랜드 하에 18개 국제 시장에서 거의 3,600개의 레스토랑을 운영하고 있습니다.

Fuzzy's Taco Shop, une chaîne de restaurants mexicains de style fast-casual-plus, a annoncé des changements stratégiques de leadership pour stimuler sa croissance future. Patrick Kirk, anciennement directeur marketing, a été nommé président et directeur marketing. Marshall Claycamp, ancien directeur exécutif des services opérationnels chez IHOP, a été nommé directeur des opérations.

Kirk, avec plus de 23 ans d'expérience dans l'industrie, définira l'expérience Fuzzy's Taco Shop, guidera la croissance de la marque et gérera les aspects organisationnels. Claycamp dirigera toutes les opérations et les opérations des restaurants en franchise. Ces deux nominations visent à tirer parti de leur expertise dans l'élaboration de plans stratégiques, la formation de partenariats et l'amélioration de l'expérience des clients.

Fuzzy's Taco Shop, fondée en 2003 à Fort Worth, au Texas, fait maintenant partie de Dine Brands Global, Inc. (NYSE: DIN), qui a acquis la marque en 2022. L'entreprise exploite près de 3 600 restaurants dans 18 marchés internationaux sous les marques Applebee's, IHOP et Fuzzy's Taco Shop.

Fuzzy's Taco Shop, eine Fast-Casual-Plus-Mexikanische Restaurantkette, hat strategische Führungswechsel angekündigt, um zukünftiges Wachstum voranzutreiben. Patrick Kirk, zuvor Chief Marketing Officer, wurde zum Präsidenten und Chief Marketing Officer ernannt. Marshall Claycamp, ehemaliger Geschäftsführer für Operations Services bei IHOP, wurde zum Chief Operations Officer ernannt.

Kirk, der über 23 Jahre Branchenerfahrung verfügt, wird das Fuzzy's Taco Shop-Erlebnis definieren, das Markenwachstum leiten und organisatorische Aspekte verwalten. Claycamp wird alle Betriebs- und Franchise-Restaurantbetriebe leiten. Beide Ernennungen zielen darauf ab, ihre Expertise beim Aufbau strategischer Pläne, bei der Förderung von Partnerschaften und der Verbesserung des Gästeerlebnisses zu nutzen.

Fuzzy's Taco Shop wurde 2003 in Fort Worth, Texas, gegründet und ist jetzt Teil von Dine Brands Global, Inc. (NYSE: DIN), das die Marke 2022 übernommen hat. Das Unternehmen betreibt nahezu 3.600 Restaurants in 18 internationalen Märkten unter den Marken Applebee's, IHOP und Fuzzy's Taco Shop.

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  • Appointment of experienced industry veterans to key leadership positions
  • Patrick Kirk's proven track record in growing beverage business to $1 billion at Applebee's
  • Marshall Claycamp's extensive experience in franchise operations and leadership
  • Potential for accelerated growth and improved operations under new leadership
  • Backing of Dine Brands Global, a large full-service restaurant company
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Restaurant Veterans Patrick Kirk Named Fuzzy’s Taco Shop President and Chief Marketing Officer; Marshall Claycamp Named Chief Operations Officer for the fast-casual-plus restaurant brand

DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Fuzzy’s Taco Shop®, the fast-casual-plus restaurant serving Mexican favorites with a splash of Baja, today announced two leadership appointments: Patrick Kirk – previously Chief Marketing Officer has been named President and Chief Marketing Officer. Marshall Claycamp – previously Executive Director of Operations Services for IHOP named Chief Operations Officer.

Patrick Kirk, Fuzzy’s Taco Shop President and Chief Marketing Officer (Photo: Business Wire)

Patrick Kirk, Fuzzy’s Taco Shop President and Chief Marketing Officer (Photo: Business Wire)

In these new and expanded roles, Kirk will continue to define the Fuzzy’s Taco Shop experience, guide the brand’s future growth, and manage all organizational aspects. Claycamp will lead all operations and franchise restaurant operations for the brand.

“Patrick is no stranger to the business. At our sister brand, Applebee’s, he disrupted the casual dining industry through beverage innovation, growing the beverage business into a $1 billion enterprise. Since joining the Fuzzy’s team as CMO, he has made an immediate impact,” says John Peyton, Chief Executive Officer, Dine Brands. “His knack for building strategic plans and forming strong brand and franchisee partnerships, all while focusing on creating engaging and fun guest experiences, is undeniable. I’m excited about the fresh expertise and creative thinking he will bring to our talented team.”

With more than 23 years of experience in the restaurant industry, Kirk has been responsible for creating industry-leading beverage programs and building trusted relationships at national brands, including Applebee’s, Tony Roma’s, and Buffalo Wild Wings. In his previous role, Kirk led the vision and strategy for Applebee’s bar and beverage experience across restaurants nationwide, growing his marketing department into a substantial revenue driver for the business.

“I’m a huge fan of Fuzzy’s bold attitude and strong values,” says Patrick Kirk, President and Chief Marketing Officer of Fuzzy’s Taco Shop. “Since Dine Brands acquired Fuzzy’s in 2022, I have gotten to know the team and been impressed by how the brand brings its Baja vibe to life and connects with guests. I’m eager to dive deeper with the team and franchisees to unlock the brand’s potential.”

Marshall Claycamp joins Fuzzy’s from IHOP where he served as the Executive Director of Operations Services for the past 5 years. His career spans multiple roles, including Franchise Business Consultant at IHOP, Learning and Development at Applebee’s and years of restaurant operations.

“Marshall’s ability to adapt, learn, grow, and hone his leadership skills has prepared him well to assume this new role as Fuzzy’s Chief Operations Officer,” Peyton said. “Marshall has a passion for restaurant operations, a commitment to our culture, and most importantly, a love for our teams. He is perfectly suited to lead our operations as we continue to grow our national footprint.”

For more information about Fuzzy’s Taco Shop or for a full list of locations, please visit www.FuzzysTacoShop.com.

About Fuzzy’s Taco Shop

Founded in 2003 in Fort Worth, Texas, Fuzzy’s Taco Shop® is a fast-casual-plus restaurant serving Mexican favorites with a splash of Baja. The laid-back atmosphere pairs perfectly with signature Baja-style tacos, famous chips and queso, and icy-cold beverages always served at a chill price. Fuzzy’s Taco Shop restaurants are franchised by affiliates of Pasadena, Calif.-based Dine Brands Global, Inc. (NYSE: DIN). For franchising information, visit www.MyFuzzys.com.

About Dine Brands Global, Inc.

Based in Pasadena, California, Dine Brands Global, Inc. (NYSE: DIN), through its subsidiaries and franchisees, supports and operates restaurants under the Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill + Bar®, IHOP®, and Fuzzy’s Taco Shop® brands. As of June 30, 2024, these three brands consisted of close to 3,600 restaurants across 18 international markets. Dine Brands is one of the largest full-service restaurant companies in the world and in 2022 expanded into the Fast Casual segment. For more information on Dine Brands, visit the Company’s website located at www.dinebrands.com.

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Source: Dine Brands Global, Inc.

FAQ

Who are the new leaders appointed at Fuzzy's Taco Shop (DIN)?

Patrick Kirk has been appointed as President and Chief Marketing Officer, while Marshall Claycamp has been named Chief Operations Officer at Fuzzy's Taco Shop.

What is Patrick Kirk's background before joining Fuzzy's Taco Shop (DIN)?

Patrick Kirk has over 23 years of experience in the restaurant industry, previously working with brands like Applebee's, Tony Roma's, and Buffalo Wild Wings. At Applebee's, he grew the beverage business into a $1 billion enterprise.

When did Dine Brands Global (DIN) acquire Fuzzy's Taco Shop?

Dine Brands Global acquired Fuzzy's Taco Shop in 2022.

How many restaurants does Dine Brands Global (DIN) operate as of June 30, 2024?

As of June 30, 2024, Dine Brands Global operates close to 3,600 restaurants across 18 international markets under the Applebee's, IHOP, and Fuzzy's Taco Shop brands.

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