About the speaker: Jim Bitticks is the President and Chief Operating Officer for Dave’s Hot Chicken. He oversees the day-to-day operation of the company with direct oversight over operations, training, procurement, construction, and technology. Jim joined the Dave’s team when there were just four restaurants and has helped grow the brand to 180+ locations across the U.S., Canada, and the Middle East. Prior to his current role, Jim was the Chief Restaurant Officer and Executive Vice President of Operations, Training, and Construction for Blaze Pizza, and oversaw the successful growth of that brand from two restaurants to three hundred seventy-two restaurants before making the move to Dave’s.

About the Company: Dave’s Hot Chicken, founded in Los Angeles, has quickly ignited the taste buds of chicken enthusiasts with its fiery Nashville-style hot chicken. The brand’s rapid expansion from food truck origins to brick-and-mortar locations signifies its burgeoning success. With operations focused on delivering authentic flavors and a unique dining experience, Dave’s Hot Chicken aims to spice up palates nationwide. Their strategic expansion plan targets key markets, promising to bring the heat of their signature menu to eager patrons across the country.

Employee Count: 931

Revenue: 228 Million USD