Uncle Maddio’s promotes Scott Goodrich to COOUncle Maddio’s promotes Scott Goodrich to COO

Scott Goodrich, COO, Uncle Maddio's. Photo: Uncle Maddio's

Scott Goodrich has been promoted to chief operating officer at Uncle Maddio’s Pizza, the Atlanta-based fast-casual chain said Wednesday.

Goodrich had been the brand’s senior vice president of operations since 2014. The company gives the former Five Guys Burgers and Fries and United Airlines veteran credit for helping the chain grow to 50 locations in 14 states. 

“A big part of our success comes from supporting franchisees with a strong management team,” Uncle Maddio’s founder and CEO Matt Andrew said in a statement. “Scott has influenced every part of our business, including operations, marketing, purchasing and procurement, and franchisee support. He will be instrumental in our future success.”

Uncle Maddio’s made other moves as the company bolsters its leadership as it seeks to grow its fast-casual pizza business.

The company named Jenelle Brown vice president of training and human resources, a promotion from her previous position as senior director of training. Brown has experience with Joe’s Crab Shack, Salsarita’s Fresh Cantina and Outback Steakhouse.

Meanwhile, Brandon Higginbotham joined the company as director of real estate and store development. Higginbotham has 10 years of experience in construction management, and previously oversaw development of Five Guys Burgers and Fries in the Southeast. 

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