In late April, casual-dining franchise Quaker Steak & Lube announced that it has appointed Greg Lippert as Chief Executive Officer effective immediately. Lippert is a 30-year industry veteran, and since 2005 was chief executive officer of Mazzio’s LLC, where he directed Mazzio’s, Zio’s Italian Kitchen brands and recently introduced the Oliveto Italian Bistro to the portfolio of restaurants. “Greg is a proven visionary leader and we’re excited to have him join The Lube,” said Debra Koenig, chairman of the board. “As we embark on our 40th anniversary, adding a leader like Greg to our team will be instrumental to our continued growth and profitability. His skill set and insight into the restaurant industry will help propel our national expansion to both new and existing markets.” Founded in 1974 and built in an abandoned gas station in Sharon, Pennsylvania, Quaker Steak & Lube has expanded to more than 60 locations throughout the United States and Canada. The chain has projected eleven new restaurant openings in 2014 and recently opened a location in Warren, Ohio and another restaurant has just opened in Edison, New Jersey. The remainder will open throughout 2014 in Pennsylvania, Virginia, Ohio, New Jersey, Texas, with restaurants also debuting in Louisiana, Michigan and Nebraska.
Quaker Steak & Lube, 101 Chestnut St., Sharon, Pennsylvania 16146 (724/981-3123 www.quakersteakandlube.com)