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title: "Co-Founder of Grumpy’s Restaurant Named as One of the 2024 Women of Wonder"
url: https://burnaze.com/article/76ba3506-ff7a-45b9-b232-d88ba5ed1251
source: "Franchising.com"
original_url: https://www.franchising.com/news/20241114_cofounder_of_grumpys_restaurant_named_as_one_of_the_2024_women_of_wonder.html
category: "Restaurants"
industry: "Restaurants"
published: 2024-11-14T12:00:00.000Z
modified: 2026-10-31T17:17:20.688Z
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# Co-Founder of Grumpy’s Restaurant Named as One of the 2024 Women of Wonder

**TL;DR:** Morgan DeLeon, co-founder of Grumpy's Restaurant, has been named one of the 2024 Women of Wonder in Franchising for her work in guiding business development and growth. She was recognized for her efforts in ensuring all Grumpy's locations stay profitable and curating strong operations internally.

*originally published in Franchising.com on 2024-11-14. [Read the original](https://www.franchising.com/news/20241114_cofounder_of_grumpys_restaurant_named_as_one_of_the_2024_women_of_wonder.html).*

## Story

The ‘Women of Wonder in Franchising 2024’ list recognizes women in the space that are going above and beyond for the brands they represent. Nominated by the publication’s readers, the list highlights female franchisors who are bringing fresh perspectives, creative innovations, and impactful leadership to the industry. Morgan was highlighted for her work in guiding business development and growth, ensuring all Grumpy’s locations stay profitable and curating strong operations internally.

Her efforts have been essential to the success that the brand has witnessed as they stand out for their tremendous franchisee support and commitment to adapting to consumer needs and trends.

"I am incredibly honored to be included in the Women of Wonder in Franchising 2024 list,” said Morgan DeLeon. “This acknowledgment is a testament to the hard work of not just myself, but also the amazing team that has supported me throughout my journey in franchising. To be recognized on this list along with 49 other passionate and dedicated women in the industry is amazing."

Grumpy’s prides itself on made-to-order and always-made-from-scratch comfort food and sweet southern hospitality all at a working-class price. Grumpy’s serves breakfast, lunch and brunch along with an array of daily and weekly chalkboard specials which include a variety of waffles, pancakes, omelets, sandwiches, homemade soups, salads, signature coffee, freshly squeezed juices, homemade hot chocolate and desserts.

## Entities

- Franchising.com (publication)
- Restaurants (sector)
- restaurant industry (topic)
- franchise awards (topic)
- women in franchising (topic)
- Grumpy's Restaurant (company)

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Originally reported by Franchising.com (https://www.franchising.com/news/20241114_cofounder_of_grumpys_restaurant_named_as_one_of_the_2024_women_of_wonder.html). Summarized by Burnaze (https://burnaze.com/article/76ba3506-ff7a-45b9-b232-d88ba5ed1251).