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Mountain Mike's Pizza promotes Steven Adyani to chief operations officer

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March 12, 2025

Mountain Mike's Pizza has promoted its vice president of operations, Steven Adyani, to the role of chief operations officer, according to a press release.

"Steven has been invaluable to our success, and his promotion reflects well-earned recognition of his many contributions to Mountain Mike's and the impact he's made in strengthening our operations with a deep understanding of our brand DNA and an unwavering commitment to sustainable growth," Jim Metevier, CEO of Mountain Mike's Pizza, said in the press release. "Steven constantly ensures operational excellence and fosters a team culture that prioritizes collaboration and innovation, and as we continue expanding into new markets, his leadership will be critical in maintaining the unmatched quality, consistency and guest experience that define Mountain Mike's."

During his tenure as Vice President of Operations, Adyani strengthened the Mountain Mike's restaurant system by driving an array of operational efficiencies that yielded success for franchisees. He spearheaded the development of Mountain Mike's University, a cutting-edge learning management system that transformed franchisee training through engaging, interactive content, ensuring teams mastered essential skills. Adyani also redefined the role of Franchise Business Coaches, shifting their focus from traditional training to strategic business consulting, enabling franchisees to maximize financial performance.

As chief operations officer, Adyani will aid the brand its in push to reach 400 restaurants. Focusing on preserving and enriching the brand's "pizza perfection" legacy, Adyani expects to launch new strategic programs and industry-leading standards — implemented by dedicated support teams to empower franchisees for long-term success. His plans include leveraging technology and AI to enhance restaurant efficiencies and reduce operational costs, ensuring franchisees have the tools they need to thrive.

"I am honored to step into the role of chief operations officer at such a transformative time for Mountain Mike's Pizza, and as we continue our expansion across the country, my focus is on strengthening our operational foundation to ensure all franchisees have the tools and support they need to flourish," Adyani said in the press release. "This role presents an incredible opportunity to shape a clear, strategic vision for our operations team — driving efficiency, consistency and growth while staying true to our brand legacy of quality and excellence."

Mountain Mike's Pizza has more than 300 units across nine states.

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For over 45 years, Mountain Mike’s Pizza, a leading family-style pizza chain known for its legendary crispy, curly pepperonis and Mountain-sized pizzas, has been quietly building one of the largest regional pizza franchises in the West. Today we're developing coast-to-coast with 300+ restaurants, and we're primed for explosive growth nationwide

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