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CC's Coffee House has appointed Jeremy Hecht as Director of Franchise Development to lead the brand's growth initiatives. Hecht brings experience in scaling national and global brands, having previously worked with Taco Bell and WeWork.
Hecht has experience scaling national and global brands. He joins CC’s Coffee House after leading non-traditional growth initiatives for Taco Bell and supporting the expansion of the WeWork global franchise network, bringing expertise in development, operations and market strategy to support franchise initiatives.
“CC‘s Coffee House is a home-grown brand with a cult following and strong community connection, which is what makes its franchising growth initiative so meaningful,” said Hecht. “The brand is entering an important stage of growth, and I’m honored to lead development efforts in this next chapter. The team has built an incredible foundation and support system, and I look forward to building on that momentum and extending the brand’s impact to more communities.”
As Director of Franchise Development, Hecht will coordinate development activities with an emphasis on thoughtful planning, execution and relationship-building, ensuring alignment with the brand’s values.
“Jeremy is a fantastic addition to the CC’s family, bringing the development experience and strategic mindset we were looking for,” said Celton Hayden Jr., CEO and President of CC‘s Coffee House. “He’s passionate about the brand and is committed to identifying the right operators to help us expand into new communities, while staying true to the hospitality and culture that define CC’s. I look forward to what’s to come with him on board.”
Founded in 1995 in New Orleans, CC’s Coffee House operates with quality in mind and offers a menu that includes signature beverages and other offerings. The Mochasippi® and Espresso No. 22® are among items on the menu. Beyond coffee, the CC’s menu includes non-coffee beverages such as teas, sparkling drinks and shaken refreshers.
CC—s Coffee House describes its focus on quality, consistency and service, with involvement from the Saurage family. Drinks are prepared by staff using carefully sourced ingredients, and the brand aims to provide a welcoming space for customers to enjoy beverages.
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This story was originally published in Franchising.com on June 23, 2026. Burnaze summarizes and links to the original reporting.
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