Gurus of the grill aren’t made, they’re born. The next time you see a child playing with their food – give ‘em a little encouragement. The next great Sandwich Genius may be in your midst.
Mark Kaplan
Chairman
Mark Kaplan spent years in Brand Management with Nabisco and Colgate-Palmolive before joining the Coca-Cola Company to manage the entire Sprite business throughout the United States. During that time, Sprite became the #1 lemon lime soft drink in the Industry. But Mark always wanted to apply those corporate skills to franchising. He got his wish when he and partner-Bob bought a tiny Company that would ultimately be Great Wraps. Mark has an undergraduate degree from The Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania, and an M.B.A. from NYU.
Bob Solomon
President
Bob Solomon spent 11 years at the Coca-Cola Company working with Coke’s Bottlers (i.e. Franchisees) helping them run more successful businesses. He then returned to Coke Headquarters to manage the entire Mellow Yellow and Fanta businesses throughout the United States. That’s where Bob met Mark Kaplan, and they would ultimately launch Great Wraps. Bob graduated from the University of Georgia, has an MBA from Georgia State University. He is a proud Vietnam vet.
Kevin Parker
VP of Operations
Kevin Parker is Vice President of Operations for Great Wraps. In this capacity, Kevin helps Franchisees with every aspect of their store opening, from the design, to construction, to ordering equipment. He spent 11 years in operations with Fuddruckers, Checkers and Arby’s before joining Great Wraps in 1995. Kevin graduated from the University of West Georgia.
Drew Garverick
Senior Business Consultant
Drew Garverick works with Franchisees to maximize store success, and brings us a lot of experience in sales building and catering. He started out his career with Loco’s Grill, and has spent many years in the Burrito Category with stops at The Taco Stand and Salsarita’s. Drew is a graduate of the University of Georgia, and he’s now loving life at Great Wraps.
John Griffin
Business Consultant
John Griffin is well seasoned in Food Franchise success! He started his career with Fuddruckers, rising to General Manager. John then moved on to Wendy’s where he oversaw the full operation of seven stores. Later, he joined Raving Brands where he helped develop the operating systems for their newest concept, Doc Greens, and even managed the prototype store. John is all about helping people, which makes him a Great Wraps kind-of-guy!
Justin Schmidt
Director of Franchise Development
Justin Schmidt is a true “Franchise-Guy”, having worked with major Franchises like Edible Arrangements and emerging concepts like CareMinders Home Care. Prior to that, Justin helped countless Franchise Companies develop comprehensive Franchise database and marketing systems when he was with eMaximation, Inc. With this rich Franchise experience, Justin set out to find the next great Franchise and help turn that Brand into a Powerhouse. He’s found that opportunity with Great Wraps, and looks forward to helping you find greater success with us. Justin attended college in Santa Barbara, CA.
Cindy Higa
Creative Director
Cindy Higa is the Marketing & Creative Guru for Great Wraps, after having spent 9 years designing and managing business to business graphics projects for Airline Giants such as Delta Air Lines and American Airlines. That’s a big leap in industries, but Cindy’s love of food inspires her to design awesome Great Wraps advertising and marketing programs. She has a Graphic Design Degree from Bauder College in Atlanta, GA.
Kelley Crum
Office Manager
Kelley Crum is the Office Manager here at Great Wraps Headquarters. She has been with the company since 1993 starting out as a manager at Gorin’s, and has extensive in-store operating experience from her early years with our organization. Kelley now handles all administrative functions including accounting, human resources, and purchasing here and keeps Headquarters running like a well oiled machine!
