SONIC Franchisee, Joe Moore, wins SONIC’s most
prestigious annual award
SONIC® Drive-In (NASDAQ: SONC), the nation’s largest chain of
drive-in restaurants, presented nine achievement awards to
franchisees and team members at the 2016 SONIC National Convention
in Nashville, Tenn. Every year, SONIC awards exemplary individuals
and groups to show appreciation to those who have a proven track
record of strong leadership skills and have made a positive
difference for their drive-ins and the brand.
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Troy Smith Hall of Fame: Joe Moore
Named after SONIC’s founder, induction into the Troy Smith Hall
of Fame is SONIC’s most prestigious award, given to a franchisee
who has worked with SONIC for a noteworthy duration and made a
significant contribution in terms of leadership, growth, positive
influence and brand image. This year, SONIC presented the Troy
Smith Award to Joe Moore, SONIC franchise owner and leader of J-2
Enterprises.
“It is such an honor to receive this award that many of my
fellow colleagues have received and who inspire me every day,” said
Moore. “I am very proud to be a part of the SONIC family for the
last 27 years, and I look forward to making my organization one
that would make both my family and Troy Smith proud.”
Based in Pauls Valley, Okla., J-2 Enterprises owns and operates
37 SONIC Drive-Ins. Moore works with his team to continually push
toward the goal of providing his guests with an amazing SONIC
experience.
“Joe is a well-respected franchisee in the SONIC community and
is a source of great leadership and inspiration to his fellow
franchisees, colleagues and partners,” said Clifford Hudson,
chairman and chief executive officer of Sonic Corp. “Joe is known
as Mr. Smalltown in the SONIC family due to his commitment to
growing his franchise group differently by embracing smaller towns
for his drive-ins. He captures the spirit of a Troy Smith Hall of
Fame recipient and has contributed positive changes to the brand
for many years. We appreciate everything he has done to make his
business what it is today.”
Chain Leader Award: Gabe Pray
SONIC presented Gabe Pray, SONIC franchisee and leader of the
Pray Group, with the SONIC Chain Leader Award. This award is given
to an individual or group who has exerted both leadership and a
positive influence on their organization and the SONIC brand. Based
in Amite, La. and operating ten drive-ins, Pray is a second
generation franchise owner who has made great investments in his
people and has built a strong infrastructure within his franchise
group.
Turnaround Operator Award: Grey Simpson
SONIC presented Grey Simpson, SONIC franchisee and leader of GM
Investments, with the Turnaround Operator Award. This annual award
honors an individual or group who was responsible for turning
around operations, sales and profit performance of one or more
SONIC Drive-Ins. Based in Charleston, S.C., Simpson is using
emerging technology to turn his business around in amazing ways.
With an increase in average unit sales and controllable profit in
2016 with plans for further expansion, Simpson has proven that a
whole business approach will create a remarkable turnaround.
Great People Award: Joe Zacher
SONIC presented Joe Zacher, SONIC franchisee and leader of
Zacher Enterprises, with the SONIC Great People Award. This award
is given to an individual or group who has made the recruitment,
training, development and retention of people a top priority and
strategy for growth. Based in Denver, Colo., Zacher is focused on
building his team and is reaping rewards in his six brand-leading
drive-ins.
Multi-Unit Leader Awards: Habib Javed and Keven
Briggs
SONIC presented Habib Javed, supervising partner for SONIC
Restaurants, Inc. (the company’s subsidiary of corporate-owned
drive-ins), and Keven Briggs, partner for the Watkins-Briggs Group,
with the Multi-Unit Leader Award. This honor is awarded to two
individuals responsible for supervision of five or more drive-ins
who have a proven track record of upgrading talent and growing
sales and profits over a period of several years.
Based in Norman, Okla., Javed is one of Sonic Restaurant Inc.’s
most valuable team members after serving SRI for 25 years. Javed
proves that by building great people, you can build a strong
business.
Briggs is the supervisor of eight drive‐ins in a developing
Florida market and he uses SONIC’s values as a touchstone for
creating a culture that focuses on superior operations. With a
tremendous passion for the SONIC brand, Briggs keeps his drive-ins
performing above the rest with increased sales over the last two
years.
Operational Excellence Award: Brian Markham and Stephanie
Matthews
SONIC presented the Operational Excellence Award to Brian
Markham, operating partner for the Cooper, Raynor, Young Group, and
Stephanie Matthews, operating partner for the Cody Barnett Group.
This honor is awarded to two individuals responsible for
supervision of fewer than five drive-ins who have a proven track
record of upgrading talent and growing sales and profits over a
period of several years.
Based in Springfield, Tenn., Markham is a natural born leader
with overall increased unit sales. Markham started his career with
SONIC as a cook in 1993 and has worked his way up to now be an
Operating Partner.
Matthews, based in Waco, Texas, is a tough competitor who loves
to succeed and meet goals at her drive-in. She works hard to build
loyalty, attract customers and is also dedicated to helping the
local community.
Mason Development Award: Mike Irons
The Mason Development Award was presented to Mike Irons, SONIC
franchisee and leader of Boom, Inc. This award is given to an
individual or group to recognize outstanding contributions to the
development of new drive-ins and brand growth. Based in Columbia,
S.C., Irons and his group have adopted key brand strategies
including relocations, rebuilds and building multiple new drive-ins
over the next 5 years.
About SONIC, America’s
Drive-In
SONIC, America’s Drive-In is the nation's largest drive-in
restaurant chain, serving more than 3 million customers every day.
Nearly 90 percent of SONIC’s 3,500 drive-in locations are owned and
operated by local business men and women. Over more than 60 years,
SONIC has delighted guests with signature menu items, more than 1.3
million drink combinations and friendly service by iconic Carhops.
Since the 2009 launch of SONIC’s Limeades for Learning
philanthropic campaign in partnership with DonorsChoose.org, SONIC
has donated more than $6 million to public school teachers
nationwide to fund essential learning materials and innovative
teaching resources to inspire creativity and learning in today's
youth. This year, SONIC announced a $15 million commitment over the
next five years to making a difference in public school classrooms
across the country. To learn more about Sonic Corp.
(NASDAQ/NM: SONC), please visit sonicdrivein.com and please
visit or follow us on Facebook and Twitter. To learn more about
SONIC’s Limeades for Learning initiative, please visit
Limeadesforlearning.com.
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