In a move that hints at the chain’s growth plans, Wingers Restaurant & Alehouse promoted Brandon Howard to president from chief operating officer for the 23-unit fast-casual chain.

As president, Howard assumes responsibility for the long-term vision and growth of Wingers Restaurant & Alehouse. Starting with building relationships with multi-concept franchise owners in the Midwest, as well as North and Central Texas, Howard’s primary goal is to add another 20 Wingers Restaurant & Alehouse locations over the next 5 to 6 years, per a company release.

Howard joined Wingers Restaurant & Alehouse team as director of franchise operations in February of 2018 and was promoted to chief operating officer that same year.