In addition, Agape is assuming ownership of two existing locations for remodeling.
MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes, a restaurant concept in the “better burger” space, has announced a partnership with Agape Management to bring 10 new locations to the brand’s home market of Dallas. Also as part of the deal, Agape Management is taking over ownership and remodeling for two existing MOOYAH locations, to introduce new dining zones, digital menus, and to-go services.
Founded by longtime friends and seasoned F&B veterans Sean McCullough, Greg Stevens, and Ted Beaman, Agape Management was formed to implement the trio’s philosophy of “Lead With Love”.
“We’re always looking for brands and businesses where we can use our expertise, and MOOYAH was an easy fit for us because we knew the leadership team,” said Stevens. We knew the product and the commitment to its guests and team members, and that aligned really well with our values. We saw an opportunity to build on the brand’s Dallas-Fort Worth footprint and take growth in the area to the next level.”
As well as the new restaurants, Agape Management plans to immerse itself in the local community by creating 250 new jobs, and being involved in events that raise funds for local initiatives like PTA and soccer clubs.
“We know MOOYAH as guests; we love it from that perspective, and we want to be engaged in our communities as great representatives for the brand,” said Beaman. “And since the company brought in new ownership a few years ago, MOOYAH has done a lot to benefit the franchise owners – including improving the quality of the product and enhancing the franchise owner experience. We see MOOYAH as a very high-quality brand that hasn’t gotten enough attention yet, and now is an opportune time to get in on the action.”
The first of the new locations is scheduled to open in Q1 of 2021, with hopes to bring the second location online shortly after in Q2.
