Jeremiah’s Italian Ice Vice President Named One of the Most Influential Restaurant Executives

Nicole Di Pietro ranked as one of the most influential restaurant executives in the country according to Nation’s Restaurant News

Orlando, Fla. – Standing out from the crowd of restaurant executives, Jeremiah’s Italian Ice Vice President, Nicole Di Pietro, has been recognized by Nation’s Restaurant News as one of the most influential restaurant executives of 2022. Di Pietro, a 25-year veteran of the food and restaurant industry who brought her talents and experience to Jeremiah’s in 2016, jump-started the transformation of the brand upon her arrival.

Di Pietro has been instrumental in strengthening Jeremiah’s company-wide infrastructure, which also supports the rapid expansion of the franchise program. She has developed internal operations and communication processes that brought the company to its next level of growth, all the while driving year over year revenue across the company, achieving milestones never seen in the company’s 25-year history.

“I am honored to receive this recognition,” said Di Pietro. “Jeremiah’s has become my family. It is a pleasure coming to work every day knowing that I get to be a part of this incredible frog squad family! From the squad members to the customers to the product, Jeremiah’s is truly an exceptional brand that I  am proud to be a part of .”

Di Pietro’s experience has brought valuable insight to the Jeremiah’s Executive Team, and has led the new franchise program to become a frozen force in the QSR dessert space. The end of 2021 brought a new milestone for the brand, celebrating the opening of 28 new locations and closing out the year with over 60 locations operating nationwide. With an additional 45 anticipated in 2022 and many more on the horizon, the brand shows no signs of slowing down. Over the past five years, Di Pietro has been working hard to share the experience and delicious treats of Jeremiah’s across the United States, her dedication to the brand is undeniable and inspiring.

“The Jeremiah’s brand and culture is growing so rapidly because of Nicole, and the exponential amount of hard work and creativity she puts forth in her professional life every day has made a huge impact to Jeremiah’s Italian Ice,” stated CEO and Founder of Jeremiah’s Italian Ice, Jeremy Litwack. “I can’t think of anyone more deserving of this award than Nicole. She is truly a shining star on our leadership team, and I can always count on her to propel the brand forward in new, innovative and fun ways.”

Founded in 1996, Jeremiah’s has dominated the frozen dessert market in Florida, building a cult-like following and legion of die-hard fans across its 67 locations, developing itself upon the foundations of an engaging, family-friendly culture. Jeremiah’s has ingrained itself within its local communities, serving as a staple “cool” spot for local residents and a place for families to celebrate life’s milestones. The brand has forged a loyal following through community activities, school programs, donations and give-back initiatives, and catering life’s special moments – from weddings and birthday parties to sporting events and school fairs.

Source: https://www.nrn.com/people/most-influential-restaurant-executives-country-according-nation-s-restaurant-news-readers/gallery?slide=26