Craig Burt

Craig Burt has a strong and extensive work experience in the restaurant industry. Craig has held various leadership roles in different companies over the years. Currently, they work as the Vice President of Operations at Rise Brands since 2023. Prior to that, they served as the Senior Vice President of Global Strategy Implementation and Execution at TGI Fridays from 2019 to 2021. Craig was also the Vice President of International Operations, APAC at TGI Fridays from 2019 to 2023. In addition, they worked at Romanos Macaroni Grill as the Chief Operating Officer from 2014 to 2018 and as the Vice President of Operations from 2013 to 2014. Craig also held the position of Brand Director - The Cheesecake Factory at M. H. Alshaya Co. from 2011 to 2013, and Vice President of Operations, Training, and Ops Development at Donatos Pizza from 2007 to 2011. Before that, they served as the Vice President at Johnny's Italian Steakhouse and Thunder Bay Grille from 2004 to 2007. Craig also held the role of Regional Vice President of Operations at Thomas & King Restaurants in 2003 and President at Pizza Partners of Ohio from 2001 to 2003. Furthermore, they held the position of Vice President of Operations West Division at TGIFriday's from 1996 to 2001 and Area Director Steak & Ale/Bennigans at S&A Restaurant Corp. from 1988 to 1994. Overall, Craig Burt has a wealth of experience and expertise in operations and leadership within the restaurant industry.

Craig Burt has a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from The Ohio State University. Craig also attended Cornell University in 2013, but it is unclear if they obtained a degree. In 2003-2004, they studied Business at Georgetown College and Busines Leadership at Rapport International. Craig also pursued Business studies at Eastfield College in 1998-1999. Craig's education history also includes attending Steven R Covey Leadership in 1998-1999, however, it is unclear if they obtained a degree from this institution.