10.2008 – Famous Famiglia is named by Franchise Times magazine to the “Up & Comers Top 100 Companies on the Verge” ranking. This category links those U.S. franchises that show tremendous promise for opportunity and growth into the future.
America’s Top Pizza Chains
09.2008 – Famous Famiglia gets listed in the PMQ 200 – America’s Top Pizza Chains 2008. The rapid growth of the brand has catapulted Famous Famiglia to the 40th slot of the top 200. The chains are ranked by total number of units.
Top 400 Restaurant Chains in the U.S.
07.2008 – Restaurants and Institutions names Famous Famiglia to Top 400 Restaurant Chains in the U.S.
Faces of Diversity Awards Program
06.2008 – Famous Famiglia is named as a finalist in the National Restaurant Association’s 2008 Faces of Diversity Awards Program – Inspiration Award. Working to further diversity and inclusion in the restaurant industry, Famous Famiglia was recognized as one of six finalists, including McDonald’s, Sodexo, Focus Brands, & Auntie Anne’s Pretzels.
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40 under 40 List
05-2008 – The Westchester Business Council names Famous Famiglia co-founder, Giorgio Kolaj, to 40 Under 40 list. The award honors an individual’s professional accomplishments, leadership qualities and outstanding success.
Awarded Food Operator with Highest Regard for Customer service
02.2008 – Famous Famiglia awarded first place honors by Airport Revenue News for 2008 Best Concessions Winner – Food Operator with Highest Regard for Customer Service. This award marks the twelfth ARN First Place honors earned by Famous Famiglia since entering the airport market in November of 2001.
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