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Mr Gatti's Pizza Announces Leadership Transition As CEO Jim Phillips Plans Retirement

RECENTLY ACQUIREDAug 06, 2026•3 days ago

Position

Chief Executive Officer

Company

Mr Gatti's Pizza

Jim Phillips
Fort WorthFood And BeverageHospitality

Description

Mr Gatti's Pizza announced that CEO Jim Phillips will retire after over a decade of leadership, facilitating the transition of the company's ownership to G. Brint Ryan, who has become the primary owner. A new CEO will be appointed in due course.

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Company

Mr Gatti's Pizza

Location

Fort Worth, Texas, United States

About

Mr Gatti's Pizza, based in Fort Worth, Texas, first opened its doors as The Pizza Place in Stephenville, Texas, in 1964. With a move to Austin in 1969 also came a name change, which paid tribute to the wife of founder James Eure's maiden name: Gatti. By the 1970s, the chain was experiencing dramatic growth having introduced the idea of high-quality dining and gaming combined in a single location. Mr Gatti's has become a household name in the markets we serve. James Eure's vision is now represented by more than 130 restaurants open and in development operating throughout Texas and the Southeastern U.S. More information is available at mrgattispizza.com or by calling 817-546-3500.

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