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Clean Eatz names Eric Wyatt as first CEOClean Eatz names Eric Wyatt as first CEO

The meal-franchise company names former Norms Restaurants executive to the new position

Ron Ruggless, Senior Editor

October 29, 2024

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Exterior of a Clean Eatz
Meal-plan company Clean Eatz has named Eric Wyatt as first CEO.Clean Eatz

Clean Eatz, the health-focused meal-plan company, has named Eric Wyatt, former Norms Restaurants CEO, as its first chief executive, the company announced Tuesday.

Clean-Eatz-CEO-Eric-Wyatt.jpgThe Wilmington, N.C.-based company, which has 112 locations in 23 states, said Wyatt most recently served as CEO of California-based Norms Restaurants and has held C-level leadership roles at Boston Market and Corner Bakery Cafe.

“His personal journey to healthier living, spurred by his recent full knee replacement surgery, resonates strongly with the values and mission of Clean Eatz,” a spokesperson said.

Wyatt also held senior positions at Hardee’s Restaurants, Panera Bread, and Starbucks.

“Eric’s journey brings our founding mission to life: living a healthier life by making healthier choices. In combination with his extensive industry experience, it makes him an excellent choice to grow our brand,” Evonne Varady, Clean Eatz co-founder, said in a statement.

Wyatt plans to prioritize building relationships with franchisees, the support center team, and Clean Eatz kitchen distribution centers.

“Serving as the first CEO of Clean Eatz is a unique opportunity to leverage my restaurant experience and empower others to embrace healthier lifestyles,” Wyatt said.

Clean Eatz, founded in 2011, began franchising in 2015. It has grown to 112 locations in 23 states.

Related:Clean Eatz finalizes multi-unit deal to bring 3 franchise locations to Southeast Florida

Correction Oct. 29, 2024: This story has been edited to correct the Clean Eatz unit count.

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Ron Ruggless

Senior Editor, Nation’s Restaurant News / Restaurant Hospitality

Ron Ruggless serves as a senior editor for Informa Connect’s Nation’s Restaurant News (NRN.com) and Restaurant Hospitality (Restaurant-Hospitality.com) online and print platforms. He joined NRN in 1992 after working 10 years in various roles at the Dallas Times Herald newspaper, including restaurant critic, assistant business editor, food editor and lifestyle editor. He also edited several printings of the Zagat Dining Guide for Dallas-Fort Worth, and his articles and photographs have appeared in Food & Wine, Food Network and Self magazines. 

Ron Ruggless’ areas of expertise include foodservice mergers, acquisitions, operations, supply chain, research and development and marketing. 

Ron Ruggless is a frequent moderator and panelist at industry events ranging from the Multi-Unit Foodservice Operators (MUFSO) conference to RestaurantSpaces, the Council of Hospitality and Restaurant Trainers, the National Restaurant Association’s Marketing Executives Group, local restaurant associations and the Horeca Professional Expo in Madrid, Spain.

Ron Ruggless’ experience:

Regional and Senior Editor, Informa Connect’s Nation’s Restaurant News and Restaurant Hospitality (1992 to present)

Features Editor – Dallas Times Herald (1989-1991)

Restaurant Critic and Food Editor – Dallas Times Herald (1987-1988)

Editing Roles – Dallas Times Herald (1982-1987)

Editing Roles – Charlotte (N.C.) Observer (1980-1982)

Editing Roles – Omaha (Neb.) World-Herald (1978-1980)

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