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SBARRO PIZZA PARTNERS WITH
INTERNATIONAL THEME PARK SERVICES, INC. (ITPS)
Columbus, Ohio, USA – February 4, 2020: Mr. Dennis Speigel, Founder & CEO of International Theme Park Services, Inc. (ITPS), based in Cincinnati, Ohio, and Mr. David Karam, Chief Executive Officer of Sbarro, based in Columbus, Ohio, announced a partnership to introduce and market Sbarro pizza to the leisure industry, including theme parks, amusement parks, water parks, family entertainment centers, aquariums, zoos, and more.
Sbarro is the leading quick-serve restaurant brand serving the impulse pizza category. The two firms believe this to be a perfect fit for the theme park and attractions industry, allowing park operators to not only increase offerings and menu variety to their guests, but also allowing those operators to greatly improve their bottom line. Mr. Speigel said, “ITPS believes that the financial impact of bringing the quality of Sbarro to the theme park and attractions world can be substantial due to the global power of the IP and impact of the brand as one of the top pizza brands in the world.”
Added Mr. Karam of Sbarro, “Sbarro is excited to collaborate with ITPS as we continue the expansion of our brand into an industry that we believe is well-suited for our flexible operating model, one which we know can improve guest satisfaction and increase sales.” Known for its XL New York styled pizza-by-the-slice, Sbarro has over 600 locations in 24 countries, having opened more than 40 locations in 2019.
Contact ITPS for more information about how the addition of Sbarro can improve your product, profit, and guest satisfaction. It is time to “get your piece of the pie.”
About Sbarro:
Since it first opened its doors in 1956 as an Italian Salumeria in Brooklyn by Naples, Italy-born founders Gennaro and Carmela "Mama" Sbarro, the Sbarro brand has served authentic New York-style pizza and Italian favorites such as Pasta and Stromboli to guests in 600 restaurants and 25 countries worldwide. The restaurant concept is best known for its Original XL New York-style pizza slices made with hand-stretched dough made fresh daily, San Marzano-style tomato sauce and hand-shredded 100% Whole Milk Mozzarella. More than 60 years later, a commitment to authentic, fresh Italian fare and treating guests like family remains Sbarro's foundation. The global award-winning franchise can be found in retail spaces such as malls, casinos, airports, universities, and travel plazas. To find a location near you or for franchising opportunities, visit Sbarro.com. Get social with us on @sbarro on Facebook and Twitter, and @sbarroofficial on Instagram
About ITPS
ITPS, where “FUN IS A SERIOUS BUSINESS,” is the global leisure industry’s leading independent, full-service consulting firm. Located in Cincinnati, Ohio, ITPS is uniquely qualified to assist in all aspects of entertainment and leisure project development, and has worked on over 500 projects and in 50 countries since its inception in 1983. Its core services include feasibility studies, design services, operations planning, business and operations auditing, and on-site management. The corporate website is http://www.interthemepark.com, and they can be reached at itps@interthemepark.com.
Phone: 513-381-6131 |
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