Fogo de Chao
Leigh Sessler is an experienced procurement professional with a strong background in purchasing furniture, fixtures, and equipment for various industries, including restaurants and healthcare. Currently serving as Procurement Manager at Fogo de Chão since September 2021, Leigh previously held positions such as FF&E Purchasing Manager at Studio Movie Grill and Front Burner Restaurants, where responsibilities included contract negotiation and vendor management. Earlier career experience includes roles at Noah's Ark Pet Hospital as Customer Service/Marketing Manager and Kittico Cat Rescue as Director of Spay/Neuter Services. Leigh also worked as Purchasing/R&D Manager at Brinker International. Educational credentials include studies at the University of Central Florida and a diploma in Sciences from William R. Boone High School.
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Fogo de Chao
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Fogo de Chao, Inc. is a United States-based holding company. The Company, through its subsidiaries, operates upscale Brazilian churrascaria steakhouses under the brand of Fogo de Chao. The Company owns 100% of Brasa (Purchaser) Inc. (Brasa Purchaser), which owns 100% of Brasa (Holdings) Inc. (Brasa Holdings). The Company operates through two segments: United States and Brazil. It specializes in fire-roasting meats utilizing the centuries-old Southern Brazilian cooking technique of churrasco. The Company offers its guests a tasting menu of meats featuring up to 20 cuts, simply seasoned and fire-roasted to expose their natural flavors. The Company operates approximately 26 restaurants in the United States, 10 in Brazil and one in Mexico. The Company operates a range of restaurant formats, including in-line and free-standing locations. Its restaurants range in size from approximately 7,000 to 16,000 square feet, with seating from 200 to 500 guests.