Taco John's Announces 2004 Managers of the Year

CHEYENNE, WY (August 17, 2004) – Taco John’s International, Inc., recognized the 2004 Managers of the Year at its annual managers’ conference, which took place in Minneapolis, Minnesota on July 16-17. The award acknowledges superior results and outstanding effort.

This year’s top winners were Lolita Edwards of West Des Moines, Iowa, Jenn Leyendecker of Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin, Eric McBroom of Princeton, Minnesota, Skypp Dorsey of Omaha, Nebraska, and Stephanie Hauser of Paducah, Kentucky.

Leyendecker was also the recipient of the distinguished Presidents Award representing the “best of the best” in the Taco John’s system. Leyendecker’s superior sales performance, high standards performance and placement in the top ranks of the company’s annual Drive-Thru Speed-of-Service Contest won this honor for her.

Franchise owner, Bryon Itterman says, “Jenn has a great sense of ownership. She’s committed to doing an excellent job, no matter what the task. Her true commitment and level of service become apparent when a customer is disappointed. Jenn takes this personally and does everything in her power to make it right.”

Paul Fisherkeller, Taco John’s International President and CEO who presented these awards said, “I’m overwhelmed at the great excitement and passion that these excellent leaders bring to their teams. I feel privileged to have these managers, and many more like them, in the Taco John’s system. We have a great future ahead, with this kind of talent.”

Taco John’s operates and franchises more than 400 quick-service restaurants in 26 states. Independently owned and operated, the business opened its first restaurant in 1969. This year marks the 35th anniversary of serving great tasting food across the country. Taco John’s prides itself on serving generous portions, menu items prepared fresh to your order, high quality ingredients and special West-Mex recipes, seasonings and sauces.