
Franchisees Phil and Denise Downing Celebrate 20 Years with Toppers Pizza
Toppers Pizza franchisees Phil and Denise Downing celebrate 20 years with the brand, having started their journey as delivery drivers.
Toppers Pizza is a company in Burnaze's franchise knowledge graph, mentioned since 2015. 369 stories link here, each summarized from the original publisher. * Toppers Pizza has appointed Ian Bruggeman as its new chief financial officer, who will oversee finance, supply chain, and human resources [[2025-12-02 Toppers Pizza names new CFO (355291)]]. * Toppers Pizza is offering a new Cheeseburger Pizza from Nov. 3 through Dec. 28, featuring a tangy burger sauce base and various toppings [[2025-11-12 ‘Tis the Season for Toppers Cheeseburger Pizza (d9e531)]]. * Toppers Pizza is returning to West Allis with a new location, offering grand opening specials [[2025-10-21 West Allis Scores Free Slices as Toppers Pizza Returns in Style (487f24)]]. * Toppers Pizza has launched Upper Crust Society, a rewards program designed to make earning and redeeming points easier and more rewarding for guests [[2025-10-01 Toppers Dishes Out “Upper Crust Society” Rewards (d0525e)]]. * Toppers Pizza has introduced its first-ever catering menu, developed by Chef Brian Brindza, which offers a variety of options for events and gatherings [[2025-09-04 Toppers Rolls Out First-Ever Catering Menu (896a04)]]. * Toppers Pizza has opened a new location in Charlotte, owned and operated by GBA Sauce LLC, led by franchisees Lillian and Carlos Castillo [[2025-07-31 Toppers Pizza Brings Signature Flavors and Late-Night Hours to Charlotte (e6a607)]]. * Toppers Pizza honored its top franchisees at the 2025 National Convention, with Perfect 10 Holding LLC winning Franchisee of the Year and Paige Stafford-Vest winning the Rush Competition [[2025-07-21 Toppers Pizza Honors Top Franchisees at 2025 National Convention (bade94)]]. * Adam Oldenburg has taken over as CEO of Toppers Pizza, focusing on expanding the franchisee network and delivering menu innovation [[2024-05-12 The Top Man Adam Oldenburg takes charge at Toppers Pizza (d0c31d)]]. Filed under Restaurants / Pizza.

Toppers Pizza franchisees Phil and Denise Downing celebrate 20 years with the brand, having started their journey as delivery drivers.

A Facebook business post for Martin Luther King Day included a branded logo, which is considered insensitive.

Toppers Pizza prioritizes its employees and culture as a key factor in its success and growth in the competitive pizza market.

Toppers Pizza hosts a system-wide one-day Hunger-Relief Event, selling medium, one-topping pizzas for $4.99 and donating to Feeding America.

Entrepreneurs considering franchising should determine whether it is the right move for their business, with a focus on growth and success.

Franchisees Jordan DeCaro and another franchisee shared their top tips for buying a franchise.

Toppers Pizza experiences strong growth in existing markets, leading to expansion opportunities for franchisees like Justin Marten, who aims to open his fourth location.

1851 Publisher Nick Powills spoke with Scott Gittrich, the president and founder of Toppers Pizza.

Scott Gittrich, the founder of Toppers Pizza, shares his personal story and entrepreneurial journey in a recent interview.

Jon P. Crowe, a Toppers Pizza franchisee, has found success and flexibility through franchising, with a focus on communication and support from the franchisor.

Toppers Pizza adds baked mac ‘n cheese options to menu, featuring five hearty recipes and a pick 2 or more for $5.99 value meal.

Chad Hatch, a Toppers Pizza franchisee, gives back to veterans and his community.

Toppers Pizza's creative force, Scott Gittrich, is excited about the brand's 2018 plans, including innovation and taking smart risks to win customers.

The Johnsons expand their Toppers Pizza business, starting as a delivery driver and eventually becoming franchisees.

Toppers Pizza's founder, Scott Gittrich, is known for his innovative approach and willingness to take risks, driving the brand's success.

Franchisee Bill Stayduhar marks 20 years with Toppers Pizza, reflecting on his journey and the brand's evolution.

Colleen Glendinning, from Toppers Pizza, was featured in an article highlighting women leadership in the restaurant sector, offering advice for women trying to make their way into the field.

In franchising, identifying star performers early and giving them the opportunity to grow in the system is key to long-term success - and it's an area that Wisconsin-based pizza concept Toppers Pizza has embraced for more than 25 years.

Franchise brand Toppers Pizza offered expert insight on trends expected in the pizza segment in 2018.

Toppers Pizza founder Scott Gittrich discussed the company's philanthropic efforts, including its partnership with Feeding America, in an interview with Foodservice Equipment & Supplies.

Top franchise brokers, including Frantastic and Franlebrity, are helping companies find new CEOs and franchisees.

Jordan DeCaro, a 24-year-old entrepreneur, brings Toppers Pizza to Duluth, Minnesota, after developing a passion for the brand during his college years.

Toppers Pizza adds new talent to marketing and franchise development teams, including a Director of Social Media and Public Relations.

Toppers Pizza sets up franchisees for success through supportive accountability and operational support.