Michael Montagano

Dog Haus adds James Field as CMO to lead expansion

Following development momentum and brand expansion throughout 2026, Dog Haus is reinforcing the leadership team behind its brand evolution, adding proven outside experience to help strengthen, evolve and amplify one of t

- Fast Casual - Franchising - Executives - Marketing & Branding - News Dog Haus reshapes marketing team with former Jersey Mike’s execs James Field, who moves from the C-suite at t

Khodaverdian and Longtime Friend Chris Rigassio Invest in 50 Units of the Fast-Casual Franchise Dog Haus, a leading fast-casual restaurant concept, has appointed Garen Khodaverdian

CEO Michael Montagano explains how granting area directors equity and board seats aims to accelerate the brand's expansion toward 300 locations through deeper franchisor-franchisee alignment.

The fast-casual brand has tapped Chris Rigassio, a seasoned multi-unit franchisee of Jersey Mike's and Wingstop, to oversee its national area director system and development initiatives.

The launch marks the beginning of a broader beverage innovation roadmap for Dog Haus. Dog Haus announced a national partnership with Keurig Dr Pepper that expands far beyond a trad

The partnership involves leveraging Keurig Dr Pepper's beverage portfolio across fountain, packaged beverages, coffee, energy, bar programs, takeout and delivery.

The fast-casual chain has appointed two industry veterans to its executive leadership team to spearhead a strategic 1,500-unit expansion plan.

A massive 50-unit agreement sees experienced operators taking on executive leadership roles to drive the fast-casual brand's next phase of growth.

The hot dog chain hopes recruiting high-performing operators from other restaurants will help it grow from over 50 stores to 1,500.

Dog Haus, the award-winning concept known for its chef-driven menu of gourmet burgers, brats and brews, announced another groundbreaking milestone in its expansion journey with the rollout of a 50-unit development deal a

Dog Haus appoints two Jersey Mike's franchisees to C-suite positions, pledging 50 units

Dog Haus is launching a regional development model that grants area directors equity stakes and corporate board representation to better align franchisor and franchisee interests.

Dog Haus CEO Michael Montagano believes traditional franchising comes with an inherent disconnect between franchisee and franchisor.

Dog Haus launches 15th anniversary LTO lineup with Swole Chick.

Jake Paul to open 10 Dog Haus locations by 2025

Jake Paul expands Dog Haus portfolio with 10 new locations

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia - On the heels of its collaboration with Jake Paul and his epic bout with Mike Tyson, Dog Haus announced today that the brand has gone global.

Jake Paul has inked a deal to open 25 locations and join the franchise's board of directors for Dog Haus.

Duck Donuts opens its first food hall location in Santa Monica, California, specializing in customizable donuts and digital ordering.