MarketWatch:
Souper Salad, Inc. today announced the appointment of four new members to its management team, completing a transition that began with the selection of Tim Taft as the Company’s President and CEO in August of this year. The new officers will focus on the long-term strategy of growth for both Souper Salad and Grandy’s restaurant chains, through the areas of operations, marketing, supply chain management and brand culture.
Ward Olgreen, a 31-year veteran of the restaurant industry, joins the Company as its Chief Operating Officer. Mr. Olgreen is tasked with the responsibility of providing operational leadership and support to Souper Salad and Grandy’s in addition to working on the brands’ franchising strategy, supply chain management and new concept designs.
Danny Meisenheimer, with 17 years of experience in the family dining and quick service restaurant formats, joins the Souper Salad and Grandy’s team in the newly created position of Chief Brand Officer. Mr. Meisenheimer will be responsible for all things related to brand positioning, including strategy, advertising, restaurant design and customer retention.