Franchising

The Hot Dog Shoppe sold to brothers, industry veterans

March 29, 2021

Restaurant industry executives and brothers, Nick and Greg Vojnovic, have acquired The Hot Dog Shoppe, a three-unit chain based in Warren, Ohio, and founded by Paul Trevelline in 1946, according to a press release.

Greg Vojnovic, a longtime executive of Popeye's, Arby's and Inspire Brands, and Nick Vojnovic, president of Little Greek Fresh Grill and involved in franchise development for Green Market Cafe, finalized the deal on March 17.

"Hot Dog Shoppe was founded early in the post-war golden years of the creation of the fast-food restaurant boom," Greg Vojnovic said in a company press release. "It has survived through many of the ups and downs of the last 75 years by staying true to Paul Trevelline's vision: high quality, simple food sold at a pleasing price. We will remain true to that vision and make sure that Hot Dog Shoppe remains as vibrant as part of the communities as it is today."

"After reviewing numerous candidates, we are confident that Greg is the right person to carry on our family legacy," Dirk Doverspike, a second-generation family member, said in the release. "His experience and deep knowledge of the restaurant industry as well as his care for our people, our business and our communities, were the key factors for us."