KPG Hospitality Named to Austin Business Journal's Fast 50 List of Fastest Growing Private Companies
KPG Ranked Number 15 in the Large Company Group
AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 27, 2014 /PRNewswire/-- KPG Hospitality, (KPG) the managing group for Kung Fu Saloon (Austin, Dallas, Houston), Benji's Cantina (Austin), and Brew Exchange (Austin) is pleased to announce it was named to the Austin Business Journal's 2014 list of the 50 fastest growing private companies in Central Texas. KPG was ranked number 15 out of 25 in the large company group. The large group category is comprised of companies with annual revenue of $10 million or greater.
"We are thrilled to be listed amongst such a phenomenal group of Austin Companies. Being included was a tremendous honor, and we appreciate the support of our employees and the Austin community alike," said Chris Horne, a Founding Partner of KPG. The Fast 50 recognizes companies with significant year over year growth in revenue and employee counts. "We are fortunate to have been able to retain many of our original employees that began with us at the beginning 5 years ago, as well as experience growth at a rate that has allowed them to grow with us," Horne added.
The Company was started in 2009 when it opened its first location, Kung Fu Saloon, in Austin, Texas. From there it grew to add two more Kung Fu Saloon locations, a second bar concept called the Brew Exchange, and Benji's Cantina, a Mexican restaurant. KPG prides itself on its ability to give back to its communities as well as its employees. They host monthly "Drink for a Cause" events at all Kung Fu Saloons and the Brew Exchange. Further, they are known to reward their employees for their efforts.
"We strive to be a great and fun place to work, regularly offering the staff trips and perks for all their hard work. We truly appreciate the dedication from our employees that has supported our growth to this point," Horne added. The company plans to continue its growth and expansion into 2015.
About KPG Hospitality:
KPG Hospitality owns and operates several bars and restaurants throughout Texas. Locations include Benji's Cantina, Kung Fu Saloon and Brew Exchange, all located on West Sixth Street in Austin, Texas. They also have Kung Fu Saloon locations in Dallas and Houston. The Company was founded in 2009 with its first venue, Kung Fu Saloon in Austin, Texas. From there 2 more Kung Fu Saloon locations were added as well as the establishment of the Brew Exchange and Benji's Cantina. Benji's Cantina offers a fresh, innovative approach to Tex-Mex, and is known for its house specialty fajitas. Kung Fu Saloon features old school arcade games and life sized board games, coupled with a relaxed atmosphere and full bar. Finally, Wall Street meets West Sixth Street at the Brew Exchange, the first bar in Austin featuring fluctuating beer market pricing based on supply and demand. For more information, please visit www.KPGHospitality.com.
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Chris Horne |
Partner, KPG Hospitality |
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512.585.5124 |
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