Papa Gino's Holdings Appoints New President/COO and CFO
Papa Gino's Holdings Corporation, parent company to Papa Gino's and D'Angelo, announced two strategic promotions geared toward strengthening the company and its core brands. Former Executive Vice President of Operations Rick Wolf was named President and Chief Operating Officer of Papa Gino's Holdings Corp. Lori Whelan, former Executive Vice President of Finance and Strategic Planning will take over as the company's Chief Financial Officer. Thomas Galligan will remain as Papa Gino's Holdings Corporation's Chief Executive Officer and Chairman and will be focused on positioning the company for strategic growth.
Dedham, MA (PRWEB) November 25, 2008 -- Papa Gino's Holdings Corporation, parent company to Papa Gino's and D'Angelo, announced two strategic promotions geared toward strengthening the company and its core brands. Former Executive Vice President of Operations Rick Wolf was named President and Chief Operating Officer of Papa Gino's Holdings Corp. Lori Whelan, former Executive Vice President of Finance and Strategic Planning will take over as the company's Chief Financial Officer. Thomas Galligan will remain as Papa Gino's Holdings Corporation's Chief Executive Officer and Chairman and will be focused on positioning the company for strategic growth.
As President and COO, Mr. Wolf will continue to be responsible for overseeing both Papa Gino's and D'Angelo field operations and development as well as assume full responsibility for marketing, human resources and information technology. He will be responsible for leading the execution of key initiatives to position Papa Gino's and D'Angelo brands for growth in the coming years. Mr. Wolf joined the company on March 6, 2000 as Senior Vice President of Operations for the Papa Gino's brand and was promoted to Executive Vice President of Operations for both brands in February of 2003. Mr. Wolf is 32 year veteran of the restaurant and hospitality industry, which includes operating experience with casual dining leader of the 1980's T.G.I. Friday's and 11 years with Fuddruckers were he previously held the position of Chief Operating Officer. Mr. Wolf attended Bowling Green State University and currently resides in Westford, MA with his family.
As Papa Gino's Holdings Corp. CFO, Ms. Whelan will oversee both Papa Gino's and D'Angelo's Finance Department, as well as lead the companies' strategic business initiatives and oversee all purchasing decisions. Ms. Whelan joined the company as Executive Vice President of Strategic Planning. Prior to joining Papa Gino's Holdings Corp., she worked at Bain & Company and brings more than 10 years experience in financial and business strategy success to the organization. At Bain, she was a manager in the Private Equity Practice. Prior to Bain & Company, Ms. Whelan worked for the Holmes Group and Berkshire Partners LLC. She earned her Master in Business Administration from Harvard Business School and received a Bachelor of Science in Economics from The Wharton School (University of Pennsylvania). Ms. Whelan resides in the Back Bay with her family.
"Both Rick and Lori are proven leaders who are committed to improving performance at all levels of the organization," said Thomas Galligan, Chairman and CEO of Papa Gino's Holdings Corp. "We are confident that Rick and Lori will continue to manage our company's operations and finances and help us grow the company."
Papa Gino's Holdings Corp.
Based in Dedham, Massachusetts, Papa Gino's Holdings Corporation is the parent company of Papa Gino's and D'Angelo Grilled Sandwiches. Papa Gino's Holdings Corp. operates more than 370 company-owned and franchised Papa Gino's, D'Angelo and dual-location restaurants and employs more than 5,000 people. Both D'Angelo and Papa Gino's are committed to providing high-quality products, attentive service, clean, convenient, attractive restaurants, and a premium value experience for every guest. The company culture, which is characterized by its values, a strong work ethic and the fair treatment of people, includes a large number of people who have spent their entire working lives in these restaurants, keeping the passion for excellence alive. For more information about Papa Gino's Holdings Corp. and its brands, please visit www.papaginos.com.
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