Fast Casual: Cole Named Focus Brands President and COO; Damico Named Naf Naf CEO

Focus Brands announced a new role and a current employee will be taking on the position. According to a recent Fast Casual article, Global Channels Group President Kat Cole will now be the president and COO of Focus Brands and will start overseeing the company’s domestic franchise brands including Auntie Anne’s, Carvel, Cinnabon, McAlister’s Deli, Moe’s Southwest Grill and Schlotsky’s. The previous North American President, Paul Damico, was named CEO of Naf Naf Grill.

"Those who have ever met Kat know that she is a uniquely skilled leader. She's purpose driven and has the demonstrated ability to bridge the worlds of franchising, large global brands, innovation and entrepreneurship with her collaborative management style," said Focus Brands CEO Steve DeSutter.