Smashburger Hires Doug Branigan as SVP of Franchise Operations

Date AddedApril 25, 2010 02:17:04 PM

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PRESS RELEASE DENVER--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Smashburger, a fast-casual "better burger" restaurant has, appointed Doug Branigan as Senior Vice President of Franchise Operations. The company has sold franchise agreements that will total more than 275 locations over the next five years and Branigan will play an integral role in this expansion. His extensive industry acumen provides him with team building, training, development and operational expertise.

Branigan brings Smashburger more than 25 years of restaurant operations experience in family dining, casual dining and fine dining establishments. Previously, Branigan worked at Mimi's Cafe as the Market Partner for Sacramento and Nevada. Prior to Mimi's Cafe, he was the Western Vice President of Operations at Morton's, where he was responsible for more than 30 restaurants worldwide. Branigan has also served as General Manager and Regional Manager at Chart House Restaurants.

"Given Smashburger's expected growth and our continual goal of providing better burgers in communities across the country, there is no doubt our franchises are critical components for our company and its future," says Smashburger President Scott Crane. "Doug's expertise will help us ensure that Smashburger franchisees have the resources they need to excel, while staying true to the Smashburger brand."

About Smashburger
Denver-based Smashburger is a fast-casual restaurant designed to be every city's favorite burger place. Developed and owned by private equity and concept-development firm Consumer Capital Partners (CCP), Smashburger develops both corporate and joint venture partner stores. The company has sold franchise agreements that will total more than 275 locations over the next five years. The corporate, joint venture, and franchise development deals are part of Smashburger's plan to open 500-plus restaurants across the country, 100-125 stores will be open nationwide by the end of 2010. Smashburger was named a 2009 Hot Concepts! award winner by Nation's Restaurant News. To learn more, visit www.smashburger.com.

About Consumer Capital Partners
Denver-based Consumer Capital Partners (CCP) is an innovative private investment and concept development firm focused on multi-unit retail businesses, primarily in the restaurant, liquor, food, and leisure industries. CCP has deep experience in the fields of private equity, brand, concept and product development, and strategic consulting. To learn more about CCP, please visit www.consumercp.com.