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Jersey Mike’s inks new expansion deals

May 10, 2011

Jersey Mike's Subs is set to expand in several new markets with the addition of new franchise partners.

With these new partners, the company is set to grow in Texas, Colorado, Los Angeles, Chicago, Minnesota, Wisconsin and Delaware/Maryland. Also, existing operators plan to expand in 14 other territories.

New Jersey Mike's partners include restaurant industry veterans Bryan Selden and Jeff Worthen of Lone Star Restaurant Group, who opened two new units and have development agreements for an additional 15.

The team's other brands include 11 Great American Cookies, two Pretzel Times, six Wingstops and six Smashburgers (out of a 20-store agreement). They were recently named area developers for TCBY self serve for the state of Texas and have several stores in various stages of development.

Also, Brad Mouly is opening 10 units in Delaware and along the eastern shore of Maryland. He has been in the franchise foodservice industry for more than 21 years, starting his career in foodservice with Domino's Pizza in 1990. He advanced through the system for eight years, winning numerous awards, and then went on to franchise four Domino's Pizza stores in Maryland for the past 14 years.

Two additional franchise groups are helping expand the already successful Chicago market, which recently opened its 20th store in just over two years. Jason Corriveau and Bud Patel, drawing on their experience with brands such as Wendy's and Dunkin' Donuts, will open 10 units.

Finally, Mac Shimmon and Lisa Furleigh will open 10 units in the Chicago market. They bring extensive operations, marketing and team building experience from brands including Dunkin' Brands, Wendy's, and Pizza Hut.

"We are determined to grow with the right partners and we have identified a group we believe will help us continue to build momentum for the Jersey Mike's brand throughout the country," said Peter Cancro, founder and CEO, Jersey Mike's Subs. "Jersey Mike's has been around for 55 years because we are highly selective about who joins our team. Having the financial qualifications is not enough – we are looking for franchise partners, like these, who share our business philosophy and are top-notch operators."