April 15, 2024
Popeyes UK has named Peter Gibson director of acquisitions and estates, according to a report in The Retail Bulletin.
Gibson will lead the company's property acquisition strategy as Popeyes looks to double its U.K. locations by year's end, opening more than 30 stores.
Gibson joins Popeyes from Chicken Shop, where he oversaw property acquisitions. He previously served as property director at Flat Iron and as property acquisitions and asset manager at Nando's.
"We are delighted to welcome Peter to Popeyes to lead our property acquisition strategy," Tom Byng, Popeyes' chief development officer, told the news outlet. "His experience in the hospitality industry and proven track record of helping some of the biggest restaurant groups across the U.K. grow makes him the ideal person to take on this important role as we look ahead to an exciting year for Popeyes."