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Business Standard
02-06-2025
- Automotive
- Business Standard
Sonny's Enterprises Expands Global Footprint with Inauguration of GCC Office in India
BusinessWire India Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 2: Sonny's Enterprises, ("Sonny's") the largest manufacturer of conveyorized car wash equipment, parts, and supplies globally, is proud to announce the grand opening and inauguration of its new Global Capability Center (GCC) in Pune, India. This strategic expansion reinforces Sonny's technology investment and continued commitment to providing car wash operators with best-in-class resources. The new GCC in Pune will serve as a hub for technological innovation. A key initiative is continuing the rapid development of Sonny's proprietary Quivio ecosystem, an integrated software and hardware technology suite purpose-built for car wash operators to drive revenue and streamline operations. The office currently has 25 full-time employees and is poised to reach 100 by the end of the year, with additional capacity and growth goals. It is set to play a pivotal role in scaling the company's capabilities across engineering, data science, and customer operations. "Our Pune GCC marks a significant milestone in Sonny's global growth strategy," said Curt Hutchins, CEO of Sonny's. "India offers exceptional talent and a thriving technology infrastructure. This expansion will accelerate our innovation pipeline and strengthen the value we deliver to customers worldwide." The Pune GCC will integrate closely with Sonny's existing teams across North America, driving collaboration across time zones and cultures. With a strong focus on employee development, the center aims to foster a high-performance, inclusive workplace aligned with Sonny's core values. Eashwer Srinivasan, Chief Technology Officer, added, "This center reflects our commitment to building a scalable, resilient technology organization. Pune's rich pool of skilled professionals will help us advance Quivio and deliver next-generation solutions that empower car wash operators globally." The Pune office launch comes amid strong technology momentum for Sonny's, as the company continues to expand its comprehensive solution set for car wash operators. Tim Elhefnawy, EVP of Business and Digital Transformation, commented on the operational impact of the new center: "The GCC in Pune is a strategic enabler of our enterprise-wide transformation. It enhances our ability to scale with speed, precision, and agility--unlocking new value while supporting our broader mission of continuous improvement."
Eater
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Eater
Hot San Diego Restaurant Openings You May Have Missed, May 2025
Each month brings a new slate of exciting new restaurants to San Diego, whether it's a splashy new restaurant helmed by an iconic chef, a low-key neighborhood spot, or a pop-up settling into a permanent location. Consider this monthly rundown a go-to guide for the newest and boldest debuts across San Diego. National City — The first stateside location for the Michelin-recognized Tacos El Franc is opening at the Westfield Plaza Bonita by May 30. Famous for its adobada and carne asada on corn tortillas, the taqueria originally debuted in 1974 when Javier Valadez sold Tijuana-style tacos out of a street cart; he later opened his open-air, brick-and-mortar taqueria in 1996. The 6,000-square-foot restaurant will carry the same dishes with additions like fries cooked in beef tallow. The cheve bar will be serving up Mexican beer, micheladas, clamatoes, and caguama, which are large bottles of beer. Their second location will open at 528 Fifth Avenue in the Gaslamp Quarter in late June. 3030 Plaza Bonita Road, Space 1108, National City, CA 91950. Coronado — Anchoring the highly anticipated $550-million revitalization project at the Hotel Del Coronado is the Nobu Coronado, which held its soft opening on May 7. The 150-seat indoor-outdoor restaurant with panoramic views of the Pacific includes an eight-person sushi bar and a 12-seat pagoda bar with Japanese whiskeys, sake, and cocktails. The menu includes the iconic miso black cod, squid pasta with garlic sauce and A5 Wagyu, and sashimi plates. Special dishes for the Coronado location include lobster truffle tempura, beef kushiyaki skewers, and tai sweet shiso. 1500 Orange Avenue, Coronado, CA 92118. East Village — A vibey brunch spot with bookcases and bespectacled roosters lining the walls opened downtown. Look for plates like the matcha and strawberries waffle pops, shrimp katsu Benedicts, guavas and cream French toast, and The Bucket, a hearty meal of fried chicken and buttermilk waffles in a familiar red-and white-striped bucket. Opened by the Rise and Shine Hospitality team, 6th & G Breakfast Co. is the team's first foray into an elevated brunch arena, complete with imaginative cocktails like Cotton Candy Sugar Rain, made with gin, elderflower, and raspberry tea, topped with cotton candy cloud. 695 Sixth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101. University Heights — A retro 1980s-Brooklyn-style pizza shop has opened in a 100-year-old building. Madison chef Tony Gutierrez partnered with Jose 'Franky' Pereyra to launch Sonny's, featuring a menu with dishes like pizzas like No Sleep Till Brooklyn (mozzarella and mushrooms) and Smoke on the Water (rapini, Italian sausage and smoked provolone). Other non-pizza items include Sonny's burger, baked clams, and chicken Francese. Music vibes extend to the cocktail menu with drinks like Run DMC, made with Drambuie, mezcal, and cynar. 1728 Madison Avenue, San Diego, CA 92116. Gaslamp Quarter — A new restaurant and bar debuted in the oldest hotel in San Diego, the Beau Hotel, formerly known as the Leland Hotel, which first opened in 1886. The original bar serves as the centerpiece at Bar at the Beau, featuring a wide range of cocktails paying homage to the hotel's history. Menu highlights include duck pot pie, grilled oysters, and braised pork shank. 927 Sixth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101. Chula Vista — A dumpling restaurant that's been honored with a Michelin Bib Gourmand for consecutive years has opened its first San Diego location in Eastlake. Luscious Dumplings got its start in San Gabriel in 2001 before branching out to other locations. Given that it's best known for its Northern-style handmade dumplings, first-timers should be sure to order the boiled chive, pork, egg, and shrimp dumplings, pan-fried pork dumplings, steamed soup dumplings, and stewed Angus beef noodle soup. 872 Eastlake Pkwy Suite 413, Chula Vista, CA 91914. Midway District — Opening in mid-June is Pho Leo and Grill, a Vietnamese restaurant with an open-concept grill center where meats will be made to order, a tradition commonly found in Vietnam. In addition to the grilled meat and 24-hour marinated rack of ribs roasting in a customized rotisserie, pho noodles will be made with rice flour each morning and com tam, a broken rice plate with grilled pork chops and steamed or fried eggs, will also be made to order. Owner Johnny Le will handle operations and Leo Truong brings his culinary expertise from Cu Chi, Vietnam where he owned a restaurant. Replacing Yum Yum Buffet, the renovated 6,300-square-foot restaurant can seat up to 150 people. 2855 Midway Dr, San Diego, CA 92110. Serra Mesa — From the family behind Cross Street Chicken and Beer, Grandma Tofu and BBQ, and Sunday Ice Cream, Edi Coffee is opening in Kearny Villa Square, next door to Pho Duyen Mai. The Korean-style 'Anju' café will serve small bar plates, along with coffee, natural wines, beer, and soju cocktails in a mobile cart style. The casual bar will also serve small Korean appetizers, like chicken wings, to accompany the drinks. 5375 Kearny Villa Road, Unit 113, San Diego, CA 92123. Sign up for our newsletter.
Yahoo
07-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Sonny's BBQ Names George McAllan as New Chief Growth Officer
Industry leader to drive operational excellence and ignite brand's growth ORLANDO, Fla., Feb. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Sonny's BBQ, the industry-leading BBQ restaurant rooted in quality food and spreading kindness, announced today the addition of George McAllan, new Chief Growth Officer, to the Sonny's leadership team. George brings decades of experience working in both the franchisor and franchisee roles. "George's extensive experience leading operations for some of America's most-loved restaurant brands is an incredible asset to our team as we continue to expand our footprint and serve our famous BBQ to fans across the South and beyond," said Jamie Yarmuth, Sonny's BBQ CEO. "George will serve an important role overseeing the systemwide operations to support the growth and profitability of our brand in the coming years. I look forward to working hand-in-hand with him as we continue to strengthen and develop all facets of operations at Sonny's BBQ." Before joining Sonny's, George spent the past five years serving as chief operations officer with two different franchisee groups, leading up to 350 restaurants during his tenure. He's also worked on the franchise side of the business and served a variety of roles with Dunkin' Brands, including as international vice president responsible for 4,000 Dunkin' and Baskin Robbins restaurants in South Korea, Japan, China and Latin America. In these previous roles he's been responsible for operations, development, marketing, and increasing sales and profitability. "Sonny's BBQ is a brand I have long admired and loved for its commitment to kindness, Southern culture, and, of course, its incredible menu of slow-smoked BBQ with all the fixins'," said George McAllan. "I look forward to supporting the entire Sonny's team and share our commitment to providing a great customer experience. It's an exciting time to join Sonny's BBQ and I am proud to be a part of this great and storied restaurant brand." Growth will be a core pillar for Sonny's BBQ in 2025, with George playing a leading role. Amid economic challenges, Sonny's aims to strengthen its market presence and continue its legacy of serving quality BBQ by attracting qualified franchise candidates to expand its franchise network. It will also focus on meeting guest expectations for personalization, convenience and the unmatched hospitality Sonny's BBQ is known for. For more information about Sonny's BBQ, visit or follow along on Facebook, Instagram, X, TikTok and YouTube. Franchise opportunities can be found at Media assets can be found HERE About Sonny's BBQ With nearly 100 locations spanning the southeast, Sonny's BBQ® is one of the largest barbecue restaurant brands in the country. Its signature pulled pork, sweet tea, and unique appetizers have afforded the restaurant the title of "Best Barbecue Chain in America" by The Daily Meal. Floyd "Sonny" Tillman and his wife, Lucille, founded Sonny's BBQ in 1968 in Gainesville, Fla. in hopes of creating a local BBQ joint for their community to enjoy. 55 years later, Sonny's BBQ continues to do just that under the direction of CEO Jamie Yarmuth and local pitmasters spreading the spirit of BBQ in each of their communities through the Q the Kindness and Random Acts of BBQ initiatives. The brand gives back more than $1.2 million annually across the eight states it serves, and reaches tens of thousands of community members with its generosity. Sonny's BBQ is a leader in the hospitality industry with its commitment to creating unique consumer experiences, ability and willingness to utilize cutting-edge technology, and network of successful franchisee relationships. For information and to find the Sonny's BBQ location closest to you, please visit View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Sonny's BBQ
