11 restaurant industry executives on the move in February

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Culver’s Franchising named Rick Silva CEO

The former Checkers & Rally’s executive succeeded Joe Koss, who retired in 2020.

Pressed Juicery named Michelle Peterson chief marketing officer

The former General Mills executive will spearhead growth for the pressed-juice brand.

Little Caesars named Paula Vissing COO

The pizza executive was promoted from a role with the international division.

IHOP named former Marriott and Hilton hotel executive Kieran Donahue chief marketing officer

The new CMO replaced IHOb creator Brad Haley.

BurgerFi named Jim Esposito COO

The quick-service veteran joined the fast-casual brand’s operations from Planet Fitness.

Punch Bowl Social named Ted Gavin chief restructuring officer

The bankrupt concept announced it was looking for buyers.

Clean Juice promoted Dave Cuff to chief development officer

The former vice president of development will continue to lead franchising for the restaurant chain.

Taco John’s named Richard Bundy CFO

Former Christopher & Banks executive succeeded Kelly Hopper in the position.

Tropical Smoothie Café promoted Cheryl Fletcher to development chief

The executive joined the fast-casual brand in 2017 to work in franchising strategy.

Blaze Pizza named Chris Demery as chief technology officer

The executive joined the fast-casual pizza brand from a role at P.F. Chang’s.

Yum Brands promoted Tracy Skeans to chief operating officer

Skeans retained her role as chief people officer for the company, which is parent to Taco Bell, KFC, Pizza Hut, and The Habit Burger Grill.

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