Johnny Rockets Opens Its Second Restaurant In Italy

"We are extremely thrilled to be able to open a second Johnny Rockets franchise.  We have been part of the Johnny Rockets family for less than a year and we are fortunate to continue the partnership with this expansion," said Giangiacomo Groppetti.

Groppetti Holding Ltd. currently operates the first location at the Ikea-Elnos shopping center.

James Walker, President of Operations and Development for Johnny Rockets remarked, "In less than six months, Giangiacomo has demonstrated to be a great business leader and we are proud to be able to see him expand as a franchisee.  His enthusiasm and laser focus in continuing to grow Johnny Rockets in Europe makes him a great partner for us."

As part of Johnny Rockets aggressive global strategy, Giangiacomo Groppetti of Groppetti Holding Ltd., has acquired the rights in Switzerland to expand their franchise even more.  The holding company is currently seeking potential partners to bring Johnny Rockets to Switzerland in 2018. Applicants with business acumen and knowledge of the restaurant landscape in Switzerland would be greatly beneficial in this new venture.

Proof of the success of the global expansion of Johnny Rockets can be found in Johnny Rockets' first-ever International Recognition Award for International Restaurant Design and Creative Marketing bestowed upon the first location in Italy. Criteria to be considered for this award include design innovation, dining experience, and marketing efforts.  The restaurant at the Ikea-Elnos shopping center was the first to launch Diner 2.0 internationally, which allows diners to experience a modern, fresh design and environment with stellar customer service and a quality meal.

"Their restaurant design is one of the best in our entire system," said Walker. "Its sleek and sharp design makes you feel as if the restaurant is more of a museum piece versus a restaurant."

Groppetti affirms, "While we are humbled by the honor, the true measure of success is how many customers come through the doors on a daily basis.  And how the package is delivered and received: food, service, atmosphere, and environment.  My focus is to ensure that all of these elements are 100 percent, every day."

Marketing agency, All Creative Agency, led by Alessandro Lombardi, assisted in introducing the Johnny Rockets brand to Italy through creative marketing efforts that included a combination of online videos, billboards, local graffiti artists and social media building brand credibility and intrigue among consumers. Ongoing marketing campaigns consist of innovation videos showcasing the brand's fresh and creative approach to American dining which continues to attract local guests in Italy.

About Johnny Rockets
Johnny Rockets is an international restaurant franchise that offers high quality, innovative menu items including fresh frozen 100% beef, made-to-order hamburgers, Veggie Boca® burger, chicken sandwiches, crispy fries and rich, delicious hand-spun shakes and malts. This dynamic lifestyle brand offers friendly service and upbeat music contributing to the chain's signature atmosphere of relaxed, casual fun. Founded in 1986, Johnny Rockets operates more than 400 franchise and corporate locations in 28 countries around the world.  For more information, visit www.johnnyrockets.com, on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/johnnyrockets, on Twitter at https://twitter.com/johnnyrockets, and on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/johnnyrockets/.

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