Jeremiah's Italian Ice introduced Michael Keller as the company’s president and CEO. In addition, Jeremiah’s made three other executive appointments.
Erin Buono joins Jeremiah's Italian Ice as its first ever director of research and development. Buono’s background includes working for Sonic Drive-In and Virtual Dining Concepts. Adam Hing now serves as supply chain director. His background includes working for Ruth's Chris as well as multiconcept operators Bloomin' Brands and Darden Restaurants. Julianna Voyles, formerly operations director at Jeremiah's, was promoted to senior director of franchise operations.
Company founder Jeremy Litwack will “remain involved in the business serving as brand ambassador, leaving Keller to oversee moving the brand, business, and franchise system forward,” per a release. “After 27 years and more than 100 locations opening and operating, I feel that now is the time to pivot my focus, opening the door for new leadership with the skillset and background necessary to take our brand to the next level,” Litwack added in the release.
Keller’s background includes serving as CEO and president of Pearson Candy Company, chief marketing officer for International Dairy Queen, vice president of marketing for Jamba Juice, and sr. vice president of marketing for Baskin Robbins USA.