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Leader in Middle Eastern cuisine with tremendous growth opportunity
Recognized for superior food quality and unique flavors
Culinary-driven, on-trend concept appeals to a broad demographic
Proven operations across urban, suburban, and non-trad locations
Efficient business operations
Seasoned corporate and leadership team
Our Leadership Team
Grady Metoyer: CEO
Grady brings more than 30 years of financial experience to Naf, most recently leading Sysco as Executive CFO. Previous to Sysco, Grady served as VP of Finance for FoodBrand, a multi-concept restaurant company.
Nico Nieto: CMO
Nico has over 20 years of experience leading brand marketing, digital, and growth strategies for many Top 100 brands. In the QSR and Fast Casual industries, he led global brand, digital and promotional campaigns as well as sponsorship content activations for McDonald’s across over 50 markets and +25.000 restaurants.
Lisa McBeth Rott: SVP Franchising
Lisa has over 30 years of operations experience, with positions in Training, Strategy, and Company and Franchise Operations. She was instrumental in achieving operational excellence at Qdoba Mexican Eats, as they grew from 60 to more than 650 units.
Bob Louden: Director of Operations
Bob is an experienced operations leader with over 30 years of experience in the multi-unit restaurant industry, having worked in both franchise and corporate settings. Prior to joining Naf Naf, he held various operational leadership positions with brands including Qdoba, Red Robin, and Starbucks.
Ian Bruggeman: Director of Franchise Sales
Ian has been with Naf Naf Grill for 4 years starting out as an operating partner for the first Naf Naf Grill Franchise. More recently, he has held the role of Director of FP&A and Franchise Sales. Ian brings a unique perspective as a franchise operator.
Chad Chmielowicz: VP Ops Services & Training
Chad has 15 years of experience developing learning programs and managing projects in industries ranging from hospitality and retail to banking and non-profits.
Industry Awards
Proudly recognized by our industry for our culinary, hospitality and operational excellence and the work our teams do every day.
Fastest-Growing Private Companies 2024
Fast Casual – Movers and Shakers 2024
Greg Willman – Power List Most Influential restaurant CEO’s 2022- Top 50 Movers and Shakers 2021
Top Workplaces 2019- Top 100 Movers and Shakers 2019
40/40 Hottest Start-Ups 2018
Franchise Success Stories
Through corporate store ownership, we test new initiatives rigorously before rolling them out, ensuring that our franchise partners benefit from our learnings and experience.
“As a first-time Naf Naf restaurant owner, I am incredibly grateful for the exceptional training and ongoing support provided by the corporate team. Their guidance and expertise before our opening ensured a smooth launch, while their continuous support post-opening has been invaluable in maintaining our high standards and fostering growth. Their commitment to our success is truly commendable, and we are proud to be part of such a supportive and collaborative network.”
Neel Patel – Owner and Operator NGN Carolinas
“Being a Naf Naf Grill Franchisee couldn’t be easier. Naf provides an authentic and high-quality food product, which sells itself. Naf Naf Franchising also provides best in class support to our in-store operations. As a Franchisee, I want to know my Franchisor has an easy to execute operating playbook that allows us to focus on growing the business and allows our in-store manager to focus on executing in store ops.”
DAnny Madanes – CEO & Founder Mama’s Restaurant Group