07.2009 – Famous Famiglia is selected as a finalist in the Human Resources and Leadership Best Practice category for the New York Enterprise Report Awards. The winners will be recognized for their best practices in customer service, green business, human resources and leadership, sales and marketing, and technology.
National Restaurant Association’s
05.2009 – Famous Famiglia Co-Founder, Giorgio Kolaj, is listed as a finalist in the National Restaurant Association’s 2009 Faces of Diversity Program – American Dream Award. The annual Faces of Diversity Awards recognizes those who have realized the American Dream through hard work and determination in the restaurant industry.
Top 20 List of Fastest Growing Concepts
05.2009 – Famous Famiglia is ranked 2nd on Restaurant Chain’s Top 20 List of Fastest Growing Concepts for May 2009. Chains are ranked by total percentage of growth.
Bishop’s Humanitarian Award Dinner
03.2009 – The Kolaj family, founders of Famous Famiglia, to be honored by Catholic Charities of Brooklyn and Queens at the upcoming Bishop’s Humanitarian Award Dinner on June 24th, 2009 at Pier Sixty in New York City. Please visit www.ccbq.org for more information on the Bishop’s Humanitarian Award Dinner.
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Top 25 Franchises for Hispanics
02.2008 – Famous Famiglia is selected by the World Franchising Network and the National Minority Franchising Initiative as one of the Top 25 Franchises for Hispanics due to their commitment to the recruitment and advancement of minorities within the company.
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Ranked 2nd on Restaurant Chain’s Top 20 List
02.2008 – Famous Famiglia is ranked 2nd on Restaurant Chain’s Top 20 List of Fastest Growing Concepts. Chains are ranked by total percentage of growth.
Top 100 Business Opportunities
02.2008 – Famous Famiglia is listed in Franchising World Magazine as one of the Top 100 Business Opportunities of 2009. The global pizza brand is set to enter India and is planning expansion through the franchise route.
Famous Famiglia honored by Junior Achievement
12.2008 – Famous Famiglia to be honored by Junior Achievement of the Hudson Valley at the annual Spirit of Achievement Awards Dinner in March 2009. Junior Achievement recognizes businesses and individuals who make a difference in the Westchester community. Junior Achievement honors organizations who have achieved business excellence, and are known to inspire leadership, community involvement, and a positive influence on future generations.
ARN 2009 Award Nominations
11.2008 – Famous Famiglia is nominated for three ARN 2009 Awards: Food Operator with Highest Regard for Customer Service, Best Food & Beverage Brand Operator, and Best Overall Food & Beverage Operator. Since 2001, Famous Famiglia has earned twelve First Place ARN awards, an accomplishment unmatched in the industry.
World Champion Pizza Eater!
10.2008 – World Champion competitive eater, Joey Chestnut, claims the world title for pizza at the first Famous Famiglia World Pizza Eating Championship! The 24 year old, California native devoured 45 slices of Famous Famiglia pizza in just 10 minutes, setting a new world record. Please visit http://www.cnn.com/video/#/video/offbeat/2008/10/13/vo.ny.pizza.eating.wabc
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