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Riko's Pizza appoints Bachmann as CEO
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Monday, 15 December, 2025, 15 : 00 PM [IST]
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Connecticut, USA
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Riko's Pizza announced that notable restaurant and franchise industry veteran Carl Bachmann has been appointed chief executive officer, effective January 1, 2026.
Bachmann, who has served as president and chief operating officer of the company since January 2025, succeeds Rico Imbrogno, the company's founder and long-time CEO, who will transition to the newly established role of executive chairman. Together, the leadership duo will continue to guide the company through its next phase of national expansion and brand evolution.
Rico Imbrogno, founder and executive chairman of Riko's Pizza, said, "Carl has proven himself to be an extraordinary leader who understands our values and has already made a tremendous impact. In less than a year, he's strengthened every part of our business—from technology and operations to marketing, menu development, and real estate—while driving meaningful same-store-sales growth across the system. His deep experience, passion for hospitality, and commitment to excellence make him the ideal person to lead Riko's into its next exciting chapter. We share a vision for the future of Riko's, and I am thrilled to have him at the helm and as my partner as we forge ahead."
Since joining Bachmann has led a comprehensive transformation of the company's operations and growth platform. Under his leadership, it has modernised enterprise technology, strengthened vendor partnerships, recruited top-tier talent, and expanded into key new markets—including Florida's Gulf Coast, coastal North Carolina, suburban Long Island and Westchester County, New York—through the launch of multiple new restaurants. He has also advanced culinary innovation across the menu, launching sliders, salads served three ways (in a bowl, on a pie, or in a wrap), reimagined salad pizzas with dressing-coated crusts, premium desserts like gelato, and the addition of coffee service. Most notably, his leadership has helped drive 16.5% year-over-year corporate same-store sales growth, even as much of US restaurant industry has faced significant headwinds.
"I'm honoured to take on this new role and build upon the remarkable foundation that Rico and the team have established over the years. What Rico has created here is truly unique in the restaurant industry—both from a product and concept perspective. Riko's is a special brand defined by its one-of-a-kind product, culture, and people, and I'm excited to continue growing our footprint while staying true to the values that make us who we are. This first year has been a rewarding journey as we've taken this incredible concept to the next level, and I look forward to building on that momentum to take Riko's to new heights in the years ahead," said Bachmann.
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