SONOMOA, Calif. -- Mary's Pizza Shack has announced it will launch a new fast casual restaurant concept later this year under the leadership of Cully Williamson, the grandson-in-law of company founder Mary Fazio. The concept will offer contemporary Italian cuisine, with many of the items prepared in a central brick oven, including roasted chicken and other meats, plus a new take on the company's signature pizzas.
Founded in 1959, Mary's Pizza Shack has 18 locations in Northern California. The company is owned and operated by the third generation of Mary Fazio's family.
Williamson previously served as CEO of Mary's Pizza Shack, and has been part of the company for 28 years. He will continue to serve on the board of directors and will have significant ownership in the new corporation. Similarly, Mary's Pizza Shack will retain majority ownership of the new corporation, allowing the new concept to grow independently, but still maintain strong ties to the family.
Mary Fazio's grandson, Vince Albano, has been selected by the board of directors to replace Williamson as CEO of Mary's Pizza Shack, effective June 5.
