Staffing
Savvy Sliders taps Byron Stephens as CDO
June 22, 2023
Michigan-based Savvy Sliders has announced Byron Stephens as its chief development officer. Stephens brings 35 years of industry experience to the brand, which has 35 stores open today and another 30 in development, according to a press release.
Stephens will help lead the drive to 500 stores over the next 48 months.
"We've created a concept that reimagines what a slider means to consumers by providing them with 'More 2 Love' in our products and services, and by giving back in the communities we do business in through our 'More 2 Love' foundation," Happy Asker, founder and CEO of Savvy Sliders, said in the press release. "With Bryon's leadership and knowledge, this unique partnership will lead us to explosive growth throughout the world."
Stephens has former experience as COO of Marco's Pizza, where he was featured on the show "Undercover Boss" and at A&W Restaurants, where he spearheaded co-branding efforts with Long John Silvers.
"What Happy and the team have created here at Savvy Sliders is unique and well positioned to attract consumers looking for a better QSR experience," Stephens said in the press release. "The branding, the service, the technology and the incredible food all culminate in creating fans of Savvy Sliders. This will drive the results of our units, and our franchisees will benefit from all of this working together. I look forward to bringing this opportunity to the franchise market!"
