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Better-burger concept's owner-operator discusses differentiation, expansion
Ted Leovich will help the chain expand globally
Company also reports 22-percent increase in first-quarter profit
The Los Angeles-based concept has already launched a franchise program
Trevor Sacco will oversee the expansion of Umami Burger in the newly created position
The chief executive discusses fast-casual brands Pollo Tropical and Taco Cabana