Deena McKinley is Chief Experience Officer of New England Authentic Eats, LLC, parent company of Papa Gino’s Pizzeria and D’Angelo Grilled Sandwiches. With 20 years restaurant industry experience, Deena oversees digital, brand, strategic marketing, technology, innovation, catering, and guest experience for both brands. Prior to NEAE, Deena was Chief Experience Officer at Mobivity, providing national, multi-unit restaurants like Subway, Sonic, and Dairy Queen a platform allowing them to engage with guests to increase retention, engagement, frequency and spend. Previously, Deena was Chief Client Officer at Zimmerman Advertising, working with restaurant clients such as Papa John’s Pizza, Boston Market, and Firehouse Subs.
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Pizza Revolution- Insights to Foster Innovation
Pizza can’t stop and won’t stop. Whether it’s for dine-in, carryout, or delivery, pizza is food that brings people together. Pizza operators both established and emerging have grown in the past few years and aren’t slowing down. The world loves pizza, and they want more! Hear from industry leaders taking the pizza game to new levels- from growth, delivery, innovation to the future of the pie and why pizza will always be in style!
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