MINNEAPOLIS, July 27, 2015 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Famous Dave's of America, Inc. (Nasdaq:DAVE) today announced the appointment of Anand D. Gala to the Company's board of directors. Mr. Gala is the Founder, President and Chief Executive Officer of Gala Holdings International, a diversified holding company that conducts consulting, restaurant development and management operations. Among its business operations, Gala Holdings International is a Company franchisee that owns and operates Famous Dave's and Fresh Griller franchise restaurants. Mr. Gala is also Founder and Managing Partner of Gala Development Partners, LLC, which focuses on the acquisition, development and management of commercial real estate comprising retail and office properties. Mr. Gala has previously founded and operated companies that have developed Applebee's franchises throughout California and Del Taco restaurants in Arizona.
"The addition of Anand Gala brings valuable franchisee representation to our Board," said Joseph M. Jacobs, co-founder and President of Wexford Capital LP who also serves as Chairman of the Company's Board of Directors. "We are excited to welcome Anand to the Board and look forward to the insight he will provide a franchise organization like Famous Dave's."
About Famous Dave's
Famous Dave's of America, Inc. develops, owns, operates and franchises barbeque restaurants. As of today, the company owns 49 locations and franchises 132 additional units in 33 states, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and Canada. Its menu features award-winning barbequed and grilled meats, an ample selection of salads, side items and sandwiches, and unique made-from-scratch desserts.
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