February 6, 2014
GOSH Enterprises, parent company of Charley's Grilled Subs and Charleys Philly Steaks restaurant concepts, and The Coca-Cola Company, have announced a multi-year product and marketing agreement to serve Coca-Cola products in more than 400 of GOSH restaurant units, according to a company press release.
"As the leading Philly Cheesesteak restaurant brand Charleys is delighted to be aligning with another industry leader. Both of us are dedicated to serving the finest product possible to our adoring fans the world over," said Charley's Grilled Subs/Charleys Philly Steaks Vice President of Marketing Kris Miotke. "A refreshing Coca-Cola beverage is the perfect complement to a delicious Philly Cheesesteak. We are delighted at the prospect this new agreement has for us to innovate and grow more loyal customers at all of our Charleys locations."
Under this new agreement, Charleys restaurant locations across the United States will exclusively serve Coca-Cola products by March 2014. The agreement also includes the co-development of various marketing and promotional programs each year.
"We are pleased that guests of Charleys will now be able to Open Happiness with a refreshing Coca-Cola beverage during their next visit," said Coca-Cola Refreshments Vice President of National Sales Chris DeMaio. "We strive to provide moments of happiness to consumers nationwide and today's announcement makes that possible for the loyal patrons of Charleys."
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