QSR magazine is excited to announce GPS Hospitality as the recipient of its inaugural Franchisee of the Year award. This prestigious honor will be presented on November 12, 2024, at The STRAT Hotel, Casino and Tower in Las Vegas.
“We are thrilled to honor GPS Hospitality as our inaugural Franchisee of the Year,” said Ben Coley, editor of QSR. “The group’s outstanding dedication to excellence and community engagement truly sets it apart in the quick-service industry. This award reflects our commitment to recognizing those who are not only achieving remarkable business success but also making a significant impact on the industry and their communities.”
GPS Hospitality, based in Atlanta, GA, is a leading franchisee and operator of over 450 restaurants, including renowned brands like Burger King, Pizza Hut, and Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen. Its restaurants span across 13 states, including Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Michigan, Mississippi, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and West Virginia.
The company’s successful strategy focuses on serving people, achieving operational excellence, and maximizing returns on investment, leading to rapid growth and industry recognition. In 2023, Burger King honored GPS as its Developer of the Year at the Burger King North America Franchisee Convention for its exceptional operations scorecard and development initiatives, which included 22 remodels and new restaurant openings throughout the year.
GPS Hospitality remains committed to community engagement, evident in its 2023 fundraising campaign for the Burger King Foundation, which awarded $120,000 in Burger King Foundation Scholarships to students nationwide.
“It is an honor to be recognized as the first-ever Franchisee of the Year for QSR Magazine. GPS Hospitality has always sought to set the gold standard in franchising, and this privilege affirms our hard work and consistent dedication,” said Tom Garrett, Chief Executive Officer & Founder at GPS Hospitality. “This award is a testament to our team’s tenacious dedication to our vision and values. Their efforts not only propel us forward as a company but also exemplify the unparalleled integrity and excellence we aim to embody each day.”
