Staffing

Former Focus Brands exec named Global Franchise Group CFO

Sam Patterson is the newly named CFO at Global Franchise Group. (Photo provided)

June 8, 2020

Former Focus Brands accounting executive Sam Patterson has moved into the CFO's job at Global Franchise Group, the franchisor for Hot Dog on a Stick, Great American Cookies, Pretzelmaker, Marble Slab Creamery and Round Table Pizza, a news release said. 

"At Global Franchise Group we are committed to building a best in class team and developing an industry leading shared service platform," said GFG CEO Paul Damico, in the release. "Sam is a talented and committed financial leader and as we look to grow our organization and acquire additional brands, Sam's experience in forecasting and back-office restructuring will be a tremendous asset."

At Focus brand, Patterson served as senior vice president of accounting and for the past 11 years, led financials for Cinnabon, Carvel, Schlotzsky's, Moe's Southwest Grill, McAlister's Deli, Auntie Anne's and Jamba Juice. 

"I was attracted to Global Franchise Group because of the great reputation of its family of brands, ability to innovate and strong executive team," Patterson said in the release.  "The organization is full of passion and tremendous potential and I'm inspired by its people and vision for the future. I'm proud to be a part of team GFG."

Atlanta-based Global Franchise Group, LLC is an affiliate of Lion Capital LLP and Serruya Private Equity, Inc.