Staffing

Krystal brings on Dan James as real estate, construction VP

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November 30, 2021

Krystal Restaurants has tapped Dan James as the company's vice president of real estate and construction. In this role, James heads real estate acquisitions, lease negotiations, build-outs and other matters related to corporate and franchise physical restaurant space, according to a press release.

James has more than 35 years overseeing real estate and construction for multiple top brands in the quick service industry. Most recently, he served as chief development officer and director of real estate development for two multi-brand Burger King franchises throughout the Southeast and Gulf states. He also served as chief development officer at Taco John's International, vice president of real estate for Arby's Restaurant Group and RTM Restaurant Group, real estate manager for McDonald's Corporation, and as director of real estate for Hardee's Food Systems.

"Making Krystal one of the most attractive franchise opportunities in the industry is key to our expansion strategy," CEO Thomas Stager said in the release. "Dan brings keen insight and unmatched expertise in the restaurant and hospitality space. His talents and skills match perfectly with the rest of the executive leadership team and he shares our vision for bringing Krystal back to the forefront of the quick service field."

Krystal operates in 10 states with nearly 300 restaurants.