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Bojangles names Grant Williams to head digital marketingBojangles names Grant Williams to head digital marketing

The former Inspire Brands executive will lead the quick-service brand’s omnichannel platforms

Ron Ruggless, Senior Editor

November 4, 2024

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Bojangles has named Grant Williams as vice president of digital and omnichannel marketingBojangles Inc.

Bojangles Inc. has named Grant Williams as vice president of digital and omnichannel marketing, the company said Monday.

Bojangles-Grant-Williams.jpgThe Charlotte, N.C.-based quick-service brand said Williams will lead the company's digital efforts, focusing on enhancing customer engagement and driving marketing strategies across all platforms.

Previously, Williams was director of international digital retail and delivery at Inspire Brands, where he led digital marketing strategies for brands such as Arby’s, Baskin-Robbins, Buffalo Wild Wings, Dunkin,' and Jimmy John’s.

"Grant joins the Bojangles family at the perfect time, as our brand is laser-focused on streamlining an enhanced digital customer experience," Tom Boland, chief marketing officer at Bojangles, said in a statement.

At Inspire Brands, Williams spearheaded efforts to foster partnerships with third-party delivery aggregators, ensuring continued investment in those platforms while driving greater return on investment. His experience in loyalty programs and omnichannel strategies enhances his ability to build long-term value for both customers and partners, the company said.

Prior to his role at Inspire Brands, Williams held leadership positions at Starbucks, Red Robin, and Tommy Hilfiger, where he led global social media and digital strategies, driving customer engagement and increasing brand visibility. 

Related:Bojangles expands menu with chicken wings

Bojangles, founded in 1977, has more than 800 company-owned and franchised restaurants.

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About the Author

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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