Franchising
Sarpino's USA inks deal for Denver
October 25, 2022
Sarpino's USA has signed a multi-unit franchise agreement with new franchisees Samar Sawaged and Sid Demirovski, two Denver-based entrepreneurs, to bring the pizza brand to the Denver metro area. The first of five locations is slated to open in Westminster in 2023, according to a press release.
"This agreement marks a significant milestone in our company history as we enter our ninth state and develop our first-ever locations in Colorado," David Chatkin, president of Sarpino's USA, said in the press release. "Denver is an ideal market for Sarpino's USA, with high consumer demand for elevated food options and strong economic growth and development. We're so excited to have Samar and Sid join our fast-growing franchise system and bring unrivaled Italian recipes from the heart of Calabria, Italy to the Denver area."
Demirovski has served as manager for one of the brand's locations before working in property management and plumbing. Sawaged moved to the U.S. from Jordan in 1996 and has owned several successful businesses.
"When Sid first introduced me to Sarpino's USA, I was blown away by the quality of its food and knew immediately that it was different from big chain pizza delivery concepts. The brand takes an artisanal approach to pizza-making and offers a large, inclusive menu with an array of pizzas and Italian favorites, as well as an entirely separate vegan menu," said Sawaged. "There is tremendous opportunity for Sarpino's USA in Colorado, and we're excited to bring the brand to Denver and be part of its early growth in the region."
Sarpino's USA's multi-unit development agreement for Denver accelerates its national franchise expansion plan, a strategic five-year plan that aims to open dozens of new locations by the end of 2027. In addition to targeting untapped markets in Colorado for growth, the brand is zeroing in on where it's already having great success, including" South Florida; Kansas City, Missouri and other states throughout the Southeast and Midwest.
The brand has expanded to nearly 50 locations.
