Staffing

Donatos taps Kevin King as president

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December 17, 2021

Donatos has hired Kevin King as its new president beginning January 4. King previously worked at Donatos from 1990 to 2003. CEO Tom Krouse, who has also served as president since Oct. 2010, will remain CEO of the Columbus, Ohio-based pizza company, according to a press release.

"Kevin brings a keen awareness of what creates success for franchise partners and combines that with a deep understanding of the Donatos brand and family," Krouse said in the release. "We are fortunate to have him returning home to help lead us into our exciting future."

King began his career in operations at Domino's Pizza after graduating from Miami University. He served first in store operations, then multi-unit supervision, and finally in international operations in Australia. He then joined Donatos in 1990 to start the franchising department and served as the vice president of development until 2003.

After leaving Donatos in 2003, King went on to hold positions at JP Morgan Chase and Papa Murphy's, where he led the strategic and tactical efforts for Papa Murphy's expansion into the world's largest take and bake chain. Most recently, he has served as the chief development officer at Smoothie King.

"Rejoining Donatos for me is so exciting," King said in the release. "To be back with this powerful brand at this important time to continue its growth and to give more than it receives is a dream come true."

With 377 locations in 22 states, Donatos and its franchise partners operate 169 traditional restaurants in Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, Virginia, West Virginia, South Carolina, Alabama, Tennessee, Georgia, Pennsylvania, and Florida. Donatos' products are also proudly served in 208 non-traditional locations (197 locations with Red Robin, 10 sports and entertainment venues, and one REEF Kitchen).