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Emmy Squared overhauls C-suite with new CEO, CFO, and moreEmmy Squared overhauls C-suite with new CEO, CFO, and more

The Nashville, Tenn.-based Detroit-style pizza chain announced former Huddle House COO Troy Tracy as CEO

Joanna Fantozzi, Senior Editor

November 11, 2024

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Joanna Fantozzi

Emmy Squared — the Brooklyn-founded Detroit pizza and burger concept — announced an overhaul of its C-suite this week. The Nashville, Tenn.-based, 28-unit chain officially announced the appointment of former Ascent Hospitality Management COO Troy Tracy as its new CEO, replacing Howard Greenstone, who stepped down as CEO earlier this year, though he remains a board member.

As the new CEO of Emmy Squared, Tracy will oversee strategic growth and expansion and will work to further advance the reputation and status of the company as a leader in the casual-dining category. In his previous role, Tracy oversaw operations at Huddle House, where he helped lead the brand into a growth era and drove portfolio profitability. Tracy also has previously held leadership positions at Captain D’s, Arby’s, and NPC International throughout his 25-year career in restaurants.

"I am honored and thrilled to lead Emmy Squared Pizza into the next era of strategic growth and development,” Tracy said in a statement. “The appointment of the new executive leadership team, coupled with the strong foundation already in place, emphasizes our continued commitment to deliver an elevated culinary experience in a relaxed, family-friendly environment that has defined Emmy Squared Pizza since its inception in 2016.”

Related:Emmy Squared offers premium Detroit-style pizza as well as burgers and craft cocktails

Additionally, Carrie Hart joined Emmy Squared Pizza as the company’s new chief financial officer from Snooze an A.M. Eatery, where she previously worked for nearly eight years, most recently as executive vice president of accounting and finance for the breakfast brand.  In her previous role, Hart improved processes to ensure the growth of Snooze and also helped to implement an employee-funded foundation to assist staff facing financial hardships. Hart also held leadership positions at Noodles & Company, where she worked for more than a decade in the financial department.

According to LinkedIn, these two appointments happened in April but were just announced this week.

Besides Tracy and Hart, Emmy Squared also appointed Sergio Perez as senior vice president and head of marketing, where he joined the company in July from Bojangles. He will head brand and digital strategy, off-premises innovation, customer engagement, public relations, and local marketing. 

Eva Love has been appointed senior director of training for Emmy Squared Pizza. She joined the team in Julyand has previously served as a life coach and also held leadership positions at Black Rifle Coffee Co., Sixty Vines, and Huddle House.

Related:Detroit-style pizza concept Emmy Squared is building a cult following with its signature pies

Emmy Squared has 28 locations in New York City, Washington, D.C., Nashville, Philadelphia, Atlanta, Louisville, Ky., Charlotte, N.C., Birmingham, Ala., and more.

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About the Author

Joanna Fantozzi

Senior Editor

Joanna Fantozzi is a Senior Editor for Nation’s Restaurant News and Restaurant Hospitality. She has more than seven years of experience writing about the restaurant and hospitality industry. Her editorial coverage ranges from profiles of independent restaurants around the country to breaking news and insights into some of the biggest brands in food and beverage, including Starbucks, Domino’s, and Papa John’s.  

Joanna holds a bachelor’s degree in English literature and creative writing from The College of New Jersey and a master’s degree in arts and culture journalism from the Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism at CUNY. Prior to joining Informa’s Restaurants and Food Group in 2018, she was a freelance food, culture, and lifestyle writer, and has previously held editorial positions at Insider (formerly known as Business Insider) and The Daily Meal. Joanna’s work can also be found in The New York Times, Forbes, Vice, The New York Daily News, and Parents Magazine. 

Her areas of expertise include restaurant industry news, restaurant operator solutions and innovations, and political/cultural issues.

Joanna Fantozzi has been a moderator and event facilitator at both Informa’s MUFSO and Restaurants Rise industry events. 

Joanna Fantozzi’s experience:

Senior Editor, Informa Restaurant & Food Group (August 2021-present)

Associate Editor, Informa Restaurant & Food Group (July 2019-August 2021)

Assistant Editor, Informa Restaurant & Food Group (Oct. 2018-July 2019)

Freelance Food & Lifestyle Reporter (Feb. 2018-Oct. 2018)

Food & Lifestyle Reporter, Insider (June 2017-Feb. 2018)

News Editor, The Daily Meal (Jan. 2014- June 2017)

Staff Reporter, Straus News (Jan. 2013-Dec. 2013)

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