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Executive Q&A with Dave Schmidt, President of Keke’s Breakfast Café

Dave Schmidt, President of Keke’s Breakfast Cafe: I was a huge fan of Keke’s long before I ever joined the brand. I used to go to the location near the north side of Tampa in Citrus Park Mall with my family — we were regulars, going once a week, even while I was running a different casual dining concept.

One thing I always noticed during every visit was how attentive the service was. I was so impressed that I actually tried to recruit some of Keke’s staff to work night shifts at my casual dining restaurant!

So, when the opportunity to join Keke’s came up, it was a no-brainer for me.

Executive Q&A with Dave Schmidt, President of Keke’s Breakfast Café

Keke's Identifies Ohio as Prime Target Market With Plans for 25-Plus New Cafes Across the State

Keke's Breakfast Cafe is accelerating its Midwest expansion, naming Ohio a priority market and planning to develop 25 to 30 cafes across Columbus, Dayton, Cleveland, and Cincinnati. Senior Director of Franchise Development Ardag Tachian cited the state's population density, job growth, and favorable cost of living, and said the brand is seeking strong business leaders for 3,500- to 4,000-square-foot sites, with restaurant experience helpful but not required.

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