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Mexican Restaurants taps Pete Pascuzzi as CEO

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April 23, 2020

Pete Pascuzzi, a 35-year restaurant industry veteran, is now CEO of Mexican Restaurants Inc., which operates five concepts, including the fast casual brand, Überrito Fresh Mex.

He will direct the MRI's next phase of growth and strategy for the company's five brands across four states, according to a press release.

"We're thrilled to appoint Pete to the position of CEO as we continue to grow as a company," said Berke Bakay, chairman of the board, in the release.

"Pete's deep restaurant industry expertise and exemplary leadership history make him the perfect fit to lead MRI to the next level. He brings years of experience managing every aspect of restaurant organizations, including operations, marketing, R&D, finance, human resources and training."

Pascuzzi comes to MRI after three years as president for Falcon Holdings Management, a national franchisee with more than 300 restaurants under the Carl's Jr., Hardee's, Church's, Long John Silver's and Taco Bell brands.

"This is an exceptionally difficult time for the restaurant industry as a whole. I am honored and humbled that the MRI Board has welcomed me to the executive team during this challenging time," said Pascuzzi in the release. "MRI's brands are well known for their family-friendly value and food quality, and I am laser-focused on ensuring our business moves to the next level."