Glacier Restaurant Group
James Blystone is an experienced marketing and communication executive with a strong background in the restaurant and consumer goods industries. Currently serving as Vice President of Communication, Franchising & Beverages at Glacier Restaurant Group since March 2016, James is a member of the senior leadership team, responsible for strategic planning and brand stewardship. Previous roles include Senior Director at American Blue Ribbon Holdings, where James worked to reverse negative sales trends, and Senior Director at Ignite Restaurant Group, overseeing the successful Brick House Tavern + Tap brand. James has held various key positions in marketing and brand management at companies such as Culver Franchising, Rayovac, Aurora Foods, Dean Foods, and The Coca-Cola Company. James holds degrees from West Virginia University and Georgetown University McDonough School of Business.
Glacier Restaurant Group
Glacier Restaurant Group was formed in 2007, resulting in the largest Montana-based restaurant company. Our portfolio of high quality restaurant concepts, while different in design, ambiance and offerings, all share the common commitment to provide distinctive and memorable dining experiences for guests. Concepts located across the United States include MacKenzie River Pizza, Grill & Pub, Ciao Mambo, Craggy Range Bar & Grill, Latitude 48 and Max & Erma's. INTEGRITY | MENTORSHIP | RESPECT Strong brand loyalty and a successful business model optimizes GRG Enterprises, LLC for growth through franchising and corporate expansion. With over 2,000 employees, the GRG culture is one of high energy, vibrancy and excitement. We foster an inspiring work environment and invest in our employees, franchisees and the local communities served. The GRG central office performs company-wide operational and administrative functions such as accounting, payroll, human resources, marketing and brand management.