Former Hooters executives to buy Twin PeaksFormer Hooters executives to buy Twin Peaks

La Cima Restaurants LLC, the Twin Peaks franchisee founded by former executives of the rival Hooters chain, has agreed to acquire a majority interest in the Dallas-based franchisor, the company said Monday.

Terms of the deal, which has yet to close, have not been disclosed, but following a transition, La Cima chief operating officer Joe Hummel will take over as Twin Peaks CEO, replacing Starlette Johnson. 

“I am proud of what we’ve been able to accomplish over the past several months, and am confident that the future of Twin Peaks is bright,” Johnson said in a statement. “Joe understands what has made Twin Peaks so successful, and is the right guy to lead the next chapter of our growth.”

Randy DeWitt, Twin Peaks founder, will retain his rol...