Mr Gatti’s Pizza, a popular family-focused brand with over 200 locations across Texas and the Southeastern United States, has announced a change in ownership. G. Brint Ryan, a longtime franchisee, has acquired the remaining ownership interest in the company, becoming the primary owner of the Mr Gatti’s brand.

Leadership Transition

CEO Jim Phillips, who has led the company’s transformation and growth over the past decade, will remain in his position through the transition period. A new chief executive officer will be announced at a later date. Under Phillips’ leadership, Mr Gatti’s has strengthened its financial performance, expanded its restaurant footprint by 50%, and introduced proprietary retail products.

Ryan, founder and chairman of Dallas-based Ryan, LLC, has been a Mr Gatti’s franchisee for years and has worked alongside Phillips to strengthen the company’s financial position. He expressed his commitment to supporting franchisees and positioning the company for long-term success.

Original reporting: Fort Worth Report — read the source article.