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Luna Grill names VP of marketing

Luna Grill has tapped Nicole Abraham as vice president of marketing.

October 30, 2015

Luna Grill, a fast casual Mediterranean-style concept with locations in California and Texas, has announced the appointment of Nicole Abraham as vice president of marketing, according to a company press release.

"Nicole's experience and success when it comes to brand development is vital as we continue to expand," said Sean Pourteymour, CEO of Luna Grill. "Her expertise will help us build a strong campaign to share the Luna Grill values and unique menu flavors as we expand into new markets."

Abraham is a board member of the California Restaurant Association and comes to Luna Grill from the Ladeki Restaurant Group, where she served as both vice president of marketing and director of marketing for the 17-unit operator with locations in California and Nevada. During her tenure, she led all brand management activities, including creative/design, public relations, social media, digital marketing, local store marketing, four-walls marketing, advertising and events for the company's brands, including Sammy's Woodfired Pizza, Sammy's Restaurant + Bar, Roppongi Restaurant + Sushi Bar and Table 89, the release stated.

In addition to her marketing and branding efforts for all Ladeki properties, Abraham was part of the culinary team, developing seasonal promotions, pairings and menu offerings tied to consumer trends.

Prior to working with Ladeki, Abraham was director of marketing and brand development for Pat & Oscar's Restaurants. She developed campaigns to build the company's loyalty program as well as support for new-store openings and a complete re-branding program throughout the company's 19 locations, the release stated.

Owned by Premier Food Concepts, LLC, Luna Grill is headquartered in San Diego, California with locations throughout Southern California and the Dallas metropolitan area.