FAT Brands Announces Speaker Line-up Ahead of Third Bi-Annual Summit

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FAT Brands announces its third bi-annual summit in Las Vegas from August 29 to 31, 2022. This event aims to gather around 2,000 attendees, including franchisees and suppliers, to discuss key industry topics such as entrepreneurship and consumer behavior. Prominent speakers include Magic Johnson and Gary Vaynerchuk. The company highlights its growth over the past 18 months and expects to strengthen relationships through this summit. Over 150 suppliers supported the summit, showcasing the company's vast network in the restaurant industry.

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• The summit expects approximately 2,000 attendees, enhancing networking opportunities.
• Prominent speakers may attract greater interest and visibility for FAT Brands.
• FAT Brands has reportedly grown exponentially over the last 18 months.

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Business Leaders Including Gary Vaynerchuk, Earvin “Magic” Johnson, and Mel Robbins to Headline Three-Day Las Vegas Event

LOS ANGELES, Aug. 16, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FAT (Fresh. Authentic. Tasty.) Brands Inc., a leading global franchising company that owns restaurant brands including Johnny Rockets, Fatburger, Round Table Pizza, Fazoli’s, Twin Peaks, and 12 other concepts, announces their third bi-annual summit, from August 29 to 31, in Las Vegas at The Wynn. The FAT Brands 2022 Summit will bring together some of the most influential names in business and in the restaurant industry to provide insights on areas such as entrepreneurship, consumer behaviors, technology, supply chain, diversity, equity and inclusion, public policy, leadership, and the industry landscape.

The Summit will host approximately 2,000 attendees, including franchisees, suppliers, and FAT Brands corporate personnel, who will hear remarks from FAT Brands’ CEO, Andy Wiederhorn, and Vice Chairman of the Board (and former President and CEO of McDonald’s USA), Ed Rensi, in addition to the following highly acclaimed speakers:

• Earvin “Magic” Johnson, Basketball Legend, Entrepreneur and Previous Fatburger Owner
• Gary Vaynerchuk, Chairman of VaynerX, CEO of VaynerMedia and the Creator & CEO of VeeFriends
• Mel Robbins, #1 Best Selling Author, Ted Talker, CEO, and Change Agent
• John Barone, President, Market Vision, Inc.
• Ty Bennett, Entrepreneur and Best Selling Author
• Ira Blumenthal, CEO, Co-Opportunities, Inc.
• Tucker Bryant, Award-Winning Poet and Storyteller
• Rich Johnston, Market President-West, Sysco Corp.
• Michelle Korsmo, President & CEO, The National Restaurant Association
• Derek Lewis, President, Multicultural Business and Equity Development, PepsiCo
• Hudson Riehle, SVP, Research & Knowledge Group, The National Restaurant Association
• Hugh Roth, SVP, Chief Customer & Business Development Officer, PepsiCo
• Adrienne Trimble, VP & Chief Diversity and Culture Officer, Sysco Corp.
• Patti Wood, Speaker, Trainer and Media Authority in Body Language and Non-Verbal Communication

“We are thrilled to announce such an impactful conference line-up, packed with value-driven content for our franchisees, corporate staff and sponsors,” said Thayer Wiederhorn, Chief Operating Officer of FAT Brands. “FAT Brands has grown exponentially over the last 18 months; we see this event as a great opportunity to bring everyone in the FAT Brands family together to leverage the scale of our platform and build upon our strategic relationships.”

Over 150 suppliers, manufacturers and distributor partners contributed to making the best-in-class Summit possible, including Sysco Corp., PepsiCo, Lamb Weston, Blue Bunny^® and Impossible^™ Foods, to name a few.

For more information on FAT Brands, visit www.fatbrands.com.

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About FAT (Fresh. Authentic. Tasty.) Brands

FAT Brands (NASDAQ: FAT) is a leading global franchising company that strategically acquires, markets, and develops fast casual, quick-service, casual dining, and polished casual dining concepts around the world. The Company currently owns 17 restaurant brands: Round Table Pizza, Fatburger, Marble Slab Creamery, Johnny Rockets, Fazoli’s, Twin Peaks, Great American Cookies, Hot Dog on a Stick, Buffalo’s Cafe & Express, Hurricane Grill & Wings, Pretzelmaker, Elevation Burger, Native Grill & Wings, Yalla Mediterranean and Ponderosa and Bonanza Steakhouses, and franchises and owns over 2,300 units worldwide. For more information on FAT Brands, please visit www.fatbrands.com.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Erin Mandzik, FAT Brands
emandzik@fatbrands.com
860-212-6509

FAQ

What is the FAT Brands Summit 2022 about?

The FAT Brands Summit 2022 will focus on entrepreneurship, consumer behavior, technology, and more, featuring influential speakers in the restaurant industry.

When is the FAT Brands Summit taking place?

The FAT Brands Summit is scheduled from August 29 to 31, 2022, in Las Vegas.

Who are some speakers at the FAT Brands Summit?

Speakers include Magic Johnson, Gary Vaynerchuk, and Mel Robbins, among others.

How many suppliers contributed to the FAT Brands Summit?

Over 150 suppliers contributed to making the summit successful.

What brands does FAT Brands own?

FAT Brands owns restaurant brands including Johnny Rockets, Fatburger, Round Table Pizza, and more.

What is the purpose of the FAT Brands Summit?

The summit aims to bring together franchisees and corporate staff to leverage strategic relationships and share insights.

How many restaurant units does FAT Brands operate worldwide?

FAT Brands operates over 2,300 units worldwide.