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5 hours ago
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Taco John's Appoints Industry Veteran Jackie Secor to Chief Operating Officer
Seasoned Operations Leader Brings Over Two Decades of Experience Across Franchise and Corporate Leadership Appointment is Set to Drive Operational Excellence and Cross-Functional Alignment as Brand Scales Bolstered Executive Bench Supports Taco John's National Growth Strategy and Franchisee-First Focus ST. LOUIS PARK, Minn., June 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Taco John's®, a leading Mexican quick-service restaurant, appoints longtime restaurant industry leader Jackie Secor as its new Chief Operating Officer. With over 25 years of experience leading high-performing teams and driving strategic initiatives, Secor will play a key role in accelerating the brand's growth, enhancing franchisee success, and continuing to streamline system-wide operations. Secor's impressive resume showcases her proven track record for bringing innovation and collaboration to drive change. Originally starting with Auntie Anne's as a shift manager, her unique experience of climbing the ranks to become Senior Vice President of Operations and Training at GoTo Foods gives her a keen eye for examining every brand through the eyes of the frontline. As an organized and oriented strategic thinker, Secor aligns strategy with data and analytics to streamline restaurant operations and profitability. "Operations is in my blood and at the core of who I am," shared Secor. "My career started on the front line, and that perspective continues to shape how I lead. I believe in structured collaboration, leveraging data, empowering teams, and driving consistency across the system. Taco John's has such a strong foundation and a clear growth trajectory, and I'm excited to join the world-class team to elevate the brand and support our franchisees in the next phase of success." In her role, Secor oversees restaurant operations, technology, and training, while collaborating cross-functionally with departments including supply chain, marketing, and development. Her focus will be on operational excellence, performance optimization, and ensuring that franchisees receive the best-in-class support that they deserve. Attributing her success in previous roles to the partnerships she built with franchisees, Secor plans to hone-in on Taco John's people-first culture to grow AUV for existing franchisees and expand the brand's footprint to reach new communities. "Jackie is the kind of leader who brings both strategic discipline and a deep respect for the people who make the business run every day," said Heather Neary, President and CEO of Taco John's. "She's a champion for franchisees, a data-driven decision-maker, and a true operator at heart. We're thrilled to welcome her to the executive team at such an exciting time in the brand's evolution." This appointment comes at a pivotal time as Taco John's accelerates its expansion through both single and multi-unit development. Recent initiatives such as the Path to Ownership structure and the brands optimized business model provide a strong foundation for franchisee support and sustainable long-term growth. Drawing on her track record of success through collaborative franchisee relationships, Secor plans to further strengthen Taco John's "people first" culture. Her focus will center on increasing AUV for existing operators while strategically expanding the brand's presence into new more information about Taco John's franchise opportunities, please visit or contact Shannon Iverson at siverson@ About Taco John's®Founded in 1969 in Cheyenne, Wyoming, Taco John's® has been delivering bigger. bolder. better. flavors for over 55 years. Today, Taco John's operates and franchises nearly 350 restaurants across 22 states, solidifying its place as one of the largest Mexican quick-service restaurant brands in the U.S. Famous for coining Taco Tuesday in 1989, Taco John's offers everyday value with its popular menu. Signature items like Potato Olés® showcase the bold, original flavors that help fans Olé The Day. With generous portions and made-to-order dishes crafted from fresh, high-quality ingredients, Taco John's sets the standard for crave-worthy Mexican fare. Taco John's continues to be a standout in the industry, highlighted by recent accolades including ranking No. 147 spot on Entrepreneur Magazine's 2025 "Franchise 500" ranking and the No. 158 on Franchise Times 2024, "Franchise 400" ranking. For more information, visit and follow Taco John's on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Taco John's®
Yahoo
4 days ago
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Calling all doughnut lovers: 7 Des Moines doughnut shops with National Donut Day deals
Looking for a sweet treat to finish off your work week? Look no further, this Friday is National Donut Day. There are multiple doughnut stores around the Des Moines area offering deals and even free doughnuts. So when can you take advantage of these sweet deals? National Donut Day is Friday, June 6. It is typically on the first Friday of June every year. Walk away from Chu Chu's Donuts with a free dozen donut holes when you buy a dozen donuts. Address: 580 SW Ninth Street #116, Des Moines At Donutland customers can receive a free t-shirt, while supplies last, if they buy a Big 15 dozen donuts. Address: 4820 100th St., Suite 601, Urbandale Get a free cinnamon sugar donut for free, no purchase necessary (in-store only) at Duck Donuts. Also, you can get a half dozen cinnamon sugar donuts for just $6, available in-store and online. Address: 1010 Tyler St. Polk City More: The Des Moines metro lands the first Iowa location for Duck Donuts in July 2024 Once again, Dunkin' is offering a free doughnut with the purchase of any beverage on June 6. The deal lasts until doughnuts run out, so consider stopping in the morning before they are gone. Where: Dunkin has more than two dozen locations across Iowa Buy a dozen doughnuts at Krispy Kreme on June 6 and score a dozen glazed for $2 at participating locations. Don't need two dozen? Krispy Kreme will also give guests a free doughnut of their choice on Friday with no purchase necessary. Where: Krispy Kreme has stores in Ankeny, West Des Moines and Council Bluffs. A location in Clive remains temporarily closed after a July 2024 fire. Get a free cup of Mexican Donut Bites from Taco John's on National Donut Day with a purchase for rewards program members. You must download the Taco John's app and sign up for the Bigger Bolder Rewards program before June 5 to qualify. Where: Taco John's has nearly 40 locations across Iowa Loyalty members with Kum and Go Rewards get 50% off all doughnuts. There is a ten-doughnut limit per customer on June 6. Where: Kum & Go has nearly 100 stores across Iowa Victoria Reyna-Rodriguez is a general assignment reporter for the Register. Reach her at vreynarodriguez@ or follow her on Twitter @VictoriaReynaR. This article originally appeared on Des Moines Register: National Donut Day 2025: Sweet deals you can find near Des Moines
Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
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Taco John's Cranks Up the Fiesta for Summer with New Limited-Time Menu Items & Beverages Including Dirty Lemonades at a Sizzling Value
Taco John's Cranks Up the Fiesta for Summer with New Limited-Time Menu Items & Beverages Including Dirty Lemonades at a Sizzling Value CHEYENNE, Wyo., May 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Taco John's® is kicking off the summer season by bringing even more flavor to its menu. After an overwhelmingly positive response to the new Fiesta Softshell Tacos that debuted last fall, more of the Taco John's menu is joining the Fiesta, PLUS a new lineup of refreshing beverage choices to beat the heat! Taco John's new Fiesta menu features fresh, savory ingredients like all-white meat chicken, Pico de Gallo made in-house daily, and Taco John's signature Fiesta sauce — a creamy, zesty blend of sour cream, jalapeños, onions, garlic, tomato and cilantro. To celebrate the expansion of the Fiesta menu, Taco John's is offering 2 Fiesta Softshell Tacos for $5 for a limited time. Each features a soft flour tortilla filled with your choice of premium protein — grilled all-white meat chicken or seasoned sirloin steak — and topped with Fiesta sauce, Pico de Gallo, a blend of four cheeses, and crisp, shredded lettuce. But that's not all! Brand-new Fiesta menu items to try include: Fiesta Burrito: A 10-inch soft flour tortilla comes loaded with all the Fiesta fixings plus seasoned red rice and creamy guacamole made with Hass avocados. Fiesta Quesadilla: A grilled 10-inch flour tortilla stuffed with a melty four-cheese blend, Fiesta sauce, Pico de Gallo, and guacamole. To get the most Fiesta for your buck, upgrade to a Combo meal that includes a small Potato Olés® and a small drink. Warm months also mean the return of Taco John's tantalizing Summer Lemonades. The premium strawberry and wildberry beverages are crafted on-demand, featuring real fruit purees and Tropicana® Lemonade, for a balance of sweet and tart refreshment in every sip. Taco John's is also introducing a refreshing new beverage upgrade: Dirty Soda! Add sweet cream to any beverage for a rich, creamy experience. Try the Dirty Strawberry Lemonade, Dirty Wildberry Lemonade, or customize your favorite fountain drink for just 50 cents more. Sample these summer offerings for a limited time at participating Taco John's locations in-store, at the drive-thru, and through the Taco John's app. About Taco John's®With nearly 350 restaurants in 22 states, Taco John's is one of America's largest Mexican quick-service restaurant brands. Founded in 1969 in Cheyenne, Wyoming, Taco John's has been serving a made-to-order menu using fresh, high-quality ingredients, seasonings and sauces for more than 55 years. Offering signature specials like Taco Tuesday, savings and special offers for Bigger Bolder Rewards loyalty club members, and beloved originals like Potato Olés®, Taco John's takes pride in bigger. bolder. better. flavors and menu items. Recognized as one of Entrepreneur's "Top Food Franchises of 2023" and hailed by QSR Magazine as a "Top 15 Chain Ready to Contend as Fast Food's Top Players," Taco John's continues to expand into new territories. For more information, visit and follow Taco John's on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok. Media Contact:Joshua LevittPR for Taco John'sjosh@ A photo accompanying this announcement is available at
Yahoo
22-03-2025
- Business
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Taco John's helps franchisees create scaleable business model
Mexican quick-service restaurant chain Taco John's has launched a framework, known as Path to Ownership, aimed at redefining franchise ownership within the industry. The strategic blueprint is designed to provide aspiring franchisees with the tools, knowledge and support necessary for a successful venture in the quick-service restaurant (QSR) sector. Taco John's president and CEO Heather Neary added: "At Taco John's, we believe that a successful franchise system isn't just about expansion. It's about smart, sustainable growth. Our Path to Ownership is built on a foundation of franchisee support, operational efficiency and market-driven decision-making, ensuring that each owner is set up for success from day one." Taco John's Path to Ownership consists of six phases to guide franchisees through the process of starting and managing their business. The first phase, exploration and education, involves learning about the company's history, operations and financial expectations. This includes market assessments and financial modelling to help franchisees make informed decisions. The financing guidance phase helps franchisees secure funding by providing structured models and strategies to simplify the lending process. During site selection and development, franchisees work with Taco John's real estate team to identify locations with high customer traffic. Training and operational readiness prepare franchisees through hands-on experience at flagship locations, online learning tools and support in areas such as daily operations, leadership and customer service. The grand opening and community integration phase focuses on establishing the new location and attracting customers. The final phase, growth and performance optimisation, provides ongoing support for improving operations, updating menu offerings and implementing technology-driven efficiencies to help franchisees maintain profitability and expand their business. Taco John's vice-president for development Shannon Iverson stated: "Our franchisees are the backbone of our success, and we're committed to giving them every possible advantage. "From value-engineered building types and strategic market planning, our model is designed for profitability and scaleability setting our franchise partners up for long-term success." Taco John's operates in 350 locations across 22 US states. In February 2025, the brand reintroduced its Alaska Flounder Fish Tacos, for a limited time until May. "Taco John's helps franchisees create scaleable business model" was originally created and published by Verdict Food Service, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Sign in to access your portfolio
Associated Press
04-03-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Taco John's Introduces Nacho Taco Bravo, A Craveable New Take on a Classic Favorite
CHEYENNE, Wyo., March 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Continuing its mission to deliver quality and value, Taco John's® latest limited-time menu item will leave guests seeing double – a big deal and big satisfaction – with TWO of the hearty new Nacho Taco Bravo® for just $6. Taco John's is giving fans more reason to say 'Bravo!' with a bold new twist on a beloved menu staple. The new Nacho Taco Bravo comes with a generous layer of mouthwateringly melty nacho cheese drizzled inside a flour tortilla filled with refried beans and wrapped around a freshly fried, crispy taco shell. Just like the classic Taco Bravo, it's filled with Taco John's signature seasoned 100% North American beef, original taco sauce, fresh lettuce, and all-natural Cheddar cheese. Guests can try the new Nacho Taco Bravo a la carte ($4.39), snag two for $6, or as part of a combo meal that includes Potato Olés® and a fountain drink. Looking for a little more variety? Try the Nacho Taco Bravo bundle that adds on a Nacho Crunch Burrito and cinnamon sugar Churro for a sweet finish. 'This is the ultimate Taco Bravo experience,' said Brad Bergaus, Taco John's Corporate Chef and Director of Menu Innovation. 'Our warm nacho cheese is like liquid gold – it makes everything craveable, including one of our all-time menu classics. Adding this cheesy, golden layer puts even more to savor between the two shells of the Taco Bravo, so you get the crunch of a freshly fried crispy taco shell with the mmm of a gooey outer tortilla. It's incredible.' For a limited time, the Nacho Taco Bravo is available at participating Taco John's locations in-store, at the drive-thru, and through the mobile app. About Taco John's With nearly 350 restaurants in 22 states, Taco John's is one of America's largest Mexican quick-service restaurant brands. Founded in 1969 in Cheyenne, Wyoming, Taco John's has been serving a made-to-order menu using fresh, high-quality ingredients, seasonings and sauces for more than 55 years. Offering signature specials like Taco Tuesday, savings and special offers for Bigger Bolder Rewards loyalty club members, and beloved originals like Potato Olés®, Taco John's takes pride in bigger. bolder. better. flavors and menu items. Recognized as one of Entrepreneur 's 'Top Food Franchises of 2023' and hailed by QSR Magazine as a 'Top 15 Chain Ready to Contend as Fast Food's Top Players,' Taco John's continues to expand into new territories. For more information, visit and follow Taco John's on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok. Joshua Levitt
