What do you get when two industry thought leaders sit down for a chat? Well, you'll have to listen to the latest episode of Room for Seconds to find out! Our CEO Gregg Majewski recently joined Samuel Stanovich of Big Chicken for an in-depth chat at this year's Workforce Management Summit. This conversation featured the two industry leaders sharing insights from years of experience in the restaurant and hospitality space. The full conversation is live now in the Room for Seconds podcast feed and on YouTube. You can catch our takeaways from this engaging conversation in this week's edition of the Room for Seconds newsletter. Be sure to subscribe to Room for Seconds everywhere you listen to podcasts! We hope you enjoy this wonderful conversation as much as we did! #restaurants #franchising #leadership #mentorship #business #hospitality #podcast #youtube #technology
Craveworthy Brands
Restaurants
South Elgin, IL 4,855 followers
Growing a diverse portfolio of brands into an unbeatable proposition for consumers and prospective franchisees.
About us
Craveworthy Brands was founded in 2022 to invigorate and supercharge legacy brands while nurturing and growing emerging brands. With an industry facing unique disruptions, our founder saw a chance to build a restaurant company that could be genuinely different in our industry. Our goal at is to bring together diverse, but complementary, brands that will make them stronger than they would be on their own. Community Our family of brands have a common theme and succeed in the goal of creating craveworthy food and exceptional guest experiences. All of our brands are active members in our communities and strive to give back every chance we get. Opportunity We are grateful for the opportunity to provide people with their first jobs or the next step in their careers, helping them learn develop the skills necessary to achieve greater success. We know that every restaurant is only as good as the people you hire and develop, and the food you serve, so we take great pride in developing our people to be rockstars. Support We are building an organization with a shared cultural foundation that creates craveworthy experiences. We are creating a best-in-class support center with a suite of shared services to enable efficient operations and drive competitive advantage for our brands. Each brand will maintain its distinct identity while committing to building a shared culture and collectively, a winning team. Collaboration We aim to turn the restaurant industry upside down by being disruptors and creators. We leverage all brand’s strengths to drive success and we think differently about rewarding our guests, team, and investors. Our leadership fosters collaboration with our team, franchises, and key stakeholders. Our goal is to create truly unique and craveworthy experiences every day, every shift and at every turn. 🔥 7 unique, diverse and craveworthy casual concepts. 🔥 14 States 🔥 125 units nationwide 🔥 Franchise opportunities available now
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Http://www.craveworthybrands.com
External link for Craveworthy Brands
- Industry
- Restaurants
- Company size
- 1,001-5,000 employees
- Headquarters
- South Elgin, IL
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 2022
- Specialties
- Restaurants, Franchise, and Acquisitions
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Primary
755 Schneider Drive
South Elgin, IL 60177, US
Employees at Craveworthy Brands
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Justin M. Egan
Co-Founder of Wing It On! 🍗 | Vice President Marketing - Franchise Development, Craveworthy Brands | Self-Starter | Entrepreneur | Leader in B2B…
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Matt Ensero
Craveworthy Brands - Brand President l Wing It On! - Founder
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Neil Quinn
Chief Financial Officer at Craveworthy Brands & Mongolian Concepts Restaurant Group
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Gregg Majewski
Founder & CEO of Craveworthy Brands | Top 25 Fast Casual Executive | Franchise Development Visionary | Expert in Restaurant Innovation | Future of…
Updates
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Be sure to catch the latest episode of Room for Seconds available on YouTube and everywhere you get your podcasts!
Founder & CEO of Craveworthy Brands | Top 25 Fast Casual Executive | Franchise Development Visionary | Expert in Restaurant Innovation | Future of Hospitality
Avoid being the smartest person at the table and it will lead to good things. We discovered early on that a flat organizational structure in which everyone was treated as an equal has a profound impact on the company's overall well-being. The experience of others is an invaluable resource in helping guide your own experience. Catch more of this episode with Samuel Stanovich of Big Chicken at this year's WFM 2024 conference live now on Room for Seconds - available on YouTube and wherever you get your podcasts! #leader #leadership #mentor #mentorship #franchise #franchising #business #businessinsights #restaurants #businesstiktok #entrepreneur #entrepreneurship #hospitality #hospitalityindustry
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Craveworthy Brands' award-winning concept Wing It On! has opened its first Midwest location in Lombard, Illinois. This marks a significant step forward in our regional development. “We are hoping to open upwards of five-plus additional Wing It On! locations in the Illinois market within the next couple of years,” said Craveworthy Brands' Founder and CEO Gregg Majewski “We are currently considering the Chicago suburbs and Southern Illinois due to the demand for handcrafted wings and innovative sauce selections.” Thank you, Chicago Business Journal, for featuring our exciting news! #CraveworthyBrands #Wings #Chickenwings #Wingbrand #Wingfranchise #Wingconcept #Wingrestaurant #Restaurantnews #Foodnews
Chicago Business Journal on LinkedIn: Wing It On! eyes Chicagoland expansion after first Midwest restaurant…
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Great insights here from our own Gregg Majewski. Catch the latest episode of Room for Seconds everywhere you get your podcasts!
Founder & CEO of Craveworthy Brands | Top 25 Fast Casual Executive | Franchise Development Visionary | Expert in Restaurant Innovation | Future of Hospitality
A good CEO is willing to be vulnerable. And doing so tends to result in more buy-in from your team on the vision - leading to a more fulfilled team and better production as a whole. I recently had a chance to sit down with Samuel Stanovich 🐔 of Big Chicken at the Workforce Management Summit for a fireside chat where discussed leadership at our respective organizations. Catch the full discussion live now on Room for Seconds - available on YouTube and everywhere you get your podcasts! #business #leadership #franchising #restaurant #hospitality #mentorship #ceo #founder #businessinsights #leadershiptips
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The evolving landscape of fast casual dining continues to be shaped by consumer demand for innovation and bold flavors in food menus. These trends are pivotal in defining the industry's growth and inspiring new entries into the market. We're excited that our poke eatery Lucky Cat Poke Co. has been featured in Fast Casual's fifth annual report, "20 Brands to Watch" for 2024! This recognition highlights our ongoing commitment to culinary excellence and guest satisfaction in the fast casual sector. Lunchbox #FastCasual #Foodinnovation #CraveworthyBrands #Brandstowatch #Foodindustry #Foodnews #Foodbrands #Foodawards #Fastcasualbrand #Virtualbrand #Restaurantnews #Poke
Lucky Cat has been recognized in Fast Casual's fifth annual report, "20 Brands to Watch" for 2024! This list highlights the most up-and-coming and promising new brands in the industry. We're committed to pushing boundaries and creating memorable dining experiences within the poke world. This recognition motivates us to continue delivering unique flavors and exceptional service to our amazing guests. Thank you for your support as we continue to grow and innovate! Lunchbox #Poke #Pokeeatery ##Pokerestaurant #Pokebrand #Virtualbrand #FastCasual #Foodnews #Restaurantnews #Food #Foodaward
20 Fast Casual Brands to Watch in 2024
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Our award-winning brand Wing It On! is celebrating National Chicken Wing Day with 75-cent wings in increments of six, as shared by NBC News' TODAY! 🍗🧡 Wing It On! is known for the ultimate trifecta that makes up the best wing experience: perfectly crispy wings and boneless bites, 20-plus unique sauce selections and house-made dips. From our newest spot in Lombard, Illinois for our Chicagoans to Copiague, New York on Long Island to Mt. Dora, Florida near Orlando, Wing It On! has got your wing cravings covered today at locations across the U.S. and online. Come by and try why we've won America's "best-tasting" two times in a row with the best deal. Look for your nearest location here: https://lnkd.in/gc8RyjFY. #Wings #Chickenwings #WingItOn! #Foodnews #Fooddeals #NationalChickenWingDay #Chickenwingday #CraveworthyBrands #Wingrestaurant #Wingconcept
22 National Chicken Wing Day deals for cluckin’ good savings
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If you haven't had a chance to catch the latest episode of Room for Seconds, check out this week's newsletter for a full recap! In this episode, our very own Gregg Majewski sat down with CEO of Smalls Sliders, Maria Rivera. The two thought leaders dive into topics such as technology, leadership and maintaining a brand identity across all mediums. Definitely one you don't want to miss! Be sure to subscribe to Room for Seconds on YouTube and wherever you get your podcasts! #leadership #interview #technology #mentorship #franchising #podcast #youtube #businessinsights #datadriven #socialmedia
Maria Rivera: The Transformative Leader Building Brands and Empowering Teams
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Effective training programs are the backbone of franchise success, but building buy-in is no easy feat. At Craveworthy Brands, we’ve navigated this journey and are eager to share how to do so seamlessly. Join Cassie Miller from Craveworthy Brands and Lauren Mendenhall from Life's Food: Five Guys of the Carolinas with Opus Training today at 2 p.m. EST as they discuss foundational strategies to engage franchise partners and field managers in your L&D programs. We encourage you to check the webinar out today if you get a chance! If you're unable to make it, no worries—sign up below and Opus Training will send you the conversation. #OpusTraining #CraveworthyBrands #Franchise #Franchising #Franchisees #Franchisetraining #Learning #Development #Operations #Franchiseoperations
Buy-in isn't built overnight. Whether you're trying to engage franchisees or field managers, sometimes the hardest step in launching a new L&D program is getting everyone on board. Join us for our upcoming webinar next Thursday, July 25 at 2pm EST where we're teaming up with Cassie Miller of Craveworthy Brands and Lauren Mendenhall of Life's Food LLC | A Franchisee of Five Guys Enterprise, LLC to discuss strategies for building and implementing effective training programs. Save your seat today! Out of office? Register and get the recap 🎥 https://lnkd.in/eQy_ZreH
Franchise 💡 How to Build L&D Programs that Franchises Will Love | Opus
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Have you ever wondered what inspired the creation of Craveworthy Brands and how it's become a powerhouse in the franchise industry? Our CEO and Founder Gregg Majewski shares more on the next season of the Franchise Masters series by FranchiseFilming and Netsertive. It all started with: "I'm going to change your life." Those words from Jimmy John himself sparked a transformative journey for Majewski. From a career focused on numbers to leading well-known franchise brands like the world-famous sandwich shop, his story embodies the spirit of seizing life-changing opportunities and embracing uncertainty. Under Majewski's leadership, Craveworthy Brands has evolved into a leader of culinary innovation and excellence in franchising. His path has been a testament to resilience, vision and the courage to redefine industry standards. Join us as we follow along his franchise journey in Season 2 of Franchise Masters, navigating challenges, seizing opportunities and shaping our company into what it is today. #Franchising #Franchisefilming #TheFranchiseMasters #CraveworthyBrands #Franchisebrands #Franchiseseries #Franchiseconcepts #Entrepreneurship #Growth
"I'm gonna change your life." Imagine receiving that call out of the blue. Gregg Majewski did. And guess who was on the other end? Jimmy John. Yes - the legendary sandwich king himself. With those five words, Gregg's life was indeed transformed. From crunching numbers to building sandwich empires. Seem like a leap too far? Not for Gregg. He took that call. He embraced the unknown. And transformed his life in ways most only dream of. Leading Jimmy John's and creating Craveworthy Brands? Just the tip of the iceberg. You must be wondering: - What makes someone answer such a call? - How does one pivot so drastically from a set career path? - What lessons can Gregg share about seizing opportunities and navigating the thrilling, unpredictable path of career transformation? All these questions and more are answered in Season 2 of #FranchiseMasters. Gregg's story isn't just about making bold moves. It's a masterclass in leadership, innovation, and the courage to answer when opportunity knocks. Here’s how you can dive into Gregg’s remarkable journey: Click the link to sign up for email alerts 👇 ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gBmd_GYv Be among the first to explore a story that turns the ordinary into the extraordinary. PS. The next time your phone rings, it might just be your chance to change your life. Will you answer? Let us know your thoughts in the comments section! ——— Mongolian Concepts Restaurant Group Genghis Grill BD's Mongolian Grill Wing It On! The Budlong Southern Chicken Dirty Dough Krafted Burger Bar + Tap Sigri Indian BBQ Lucky Cat Poke Co. ——— Brought to you by FranchiseFilming & Netsertive & Madeleine Zook Trevor Rappleye, CFE Kelvin Ochoa Jonathan Navales #Franchising #FranchiseFilming #FranchiseMarketing #VideoMarketing #TheFranchiseMasters
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Smalls Sliders is one of the fastest-growing QSR's in the country. Our own Gregg Majewski recently sat down with the CEO of Smalls Sliders, Maria Rivera for an insightful discussion on what it takes to lead their respective organizations to success. You can catch this conversation live now on Room for Seconds - available on YouTube and everywhere you get your podcasts This is definitely one you don't want to miss! #qsr #restaurants #hospitality #leadership #technology #podcast #youtube #smallssliders #craveworthybrands #roomforseconds
Maria Rivera: The Transformative Leader Building Brands and Empowering Teams
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