Togo's Eateries Inc. Partners with Novita Training to Implement New Training Programs to Fuel Development

SAN JOSE, Calif., March 28, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Togo's Inc., a "West Coast Original" since 1971 serving up big, made-to-order sandwiches stuffed with the freshest ingredients, is pleased to announce that they have hired Novita Training to develop and implement franchise training programs for Togo's managers and restaurant employees.  Novita's franchise training programs will be implemented in all existing and future Togo's restaurants.

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"For Togo's to remain competitive in the marketplace as one of the best sandwich franchise opportunities, we need a results-focused training program that will successfully support the needs of our restaurant operations.  Our franchisees share a passion for creating an exceptional experience for all West Coast sandwich lovers and through this new relationship with Novita we will better serve our loyal customers," said Tony Gioia, chairman and CEO of Togo's Holdings, LLC.   "Novita's programs, designed to drive end-user performance improvements, met all of our business needs and we look forward to putting these proven strategies into practice as we continue to grow the brand in the Western U.S."

Novita Training offers customized online and in-person coaching sessions for new franchisees and employees.  Programs are designed to help develop robust, interactive, and instructionally-sound solutions, while staying ahead of the technology curve.

"We are excited to work with Togo's sandwich franchising and feel confident we can deliver a superior and results-driven program," said Robert Bilotti, managing director of Novita Training. "Togo's has a devoted customer base and passionate franchisees, and our customized training programs are designed to capitalize on that relationship."

Along with new training initiatives, Togo's recently launched a strategic plan for expansion, which includes remodeling options for franchisees to refresh existing units, while continuing to open new locations in key states including, Arizona, Nevada, Oregon and Washington. With nearly 250 restaurants located in the Western U.S., Togo's is actively recruiting passionate franchisees to bring its high-quality, fresh sandwiches to new western markets and grow the brand to 400 restaurants by 2015.

Interested entrepreneurs can contact Todd Peterson, vice president of franchise sales, at 818-597-9605 or [email protected], or visit http://www.togosfranchise.com to learn about single unit and multi-unit development opportunities.

About Togo's Eateries Inc.

Togo's was founded in 1971 by a young college student with a large appetite and little money looking to make sandwiches the way he liked them – big, made to order and stuffed with the freshest ingredients.  Keeping in the spirit of the original, Togo's products are still made with only the highest quality ingredients; including fresh-baked breads, premium meats, cheeses and produce.  Togo's is a franchise-based business, for more information call 1.877.718.6467 or visit http://www.togosfranchise.com. For more information on Togo's Eateries Inc., in general please visit http://www.togos.com.

About Novita Training

Novita Training is a full-service training company, specializing in helping organizations accelerate the development of employees and franchises through custom training, including online and mobile learning, classroom courses, and instructional videos. Visit us at www.novitatraining.com                                                                

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