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HUNGRY TO START A REWARDING BUSINESS? JOIN ONE OF AMERICA’S LARGEST AND BEST PIZZA FRANCHISESWith over 50 years of experience, Hungry Howie’s® is consistently ranked as one of the top pizza franchises in the nation.
We started in 1973 with one hamburger shop turned delivery and carryout pizzeria in the suburbs of Detroit. Our President/CEO Steve Jackson started there as a delivery driver. Since then, Hungry Howie’s has become a top pizza franchise with over 535 locations in 21 states and growing.
Bringing Love, Hope & Pizza ® to Our CommunitiesAt Hungry Howie’s, we provide people the opportunity to enrich their lives and their community. Our franchisees are an integral part of the communities they serve. Whether it is supporting a nationally recognized charity or the elementary school down the street, our franchisees give back.
Since 2009, Hungry Howie’s has supported the National Breast Cancer Foundation® through our Love, Hope & Pizza campaign. Together we’ve raised almost $5 million for this deserving cause.
Quick service restaurants (QSR) is a competitive category . One of the key advantages to owning a Hungry Howie’s franchise is the access you will have to a proven system developed and maintained by long time industry experts . Our leadership team and field staff have decades of collective experience in QSR and especially the pizza business . They are passionate about nurturing, supporting, and developing franchisees, whether they are a one-unit operator just getting started or a seasoned multi-unit restaurant operator . We are with you every step of the way - your success is our success!
Moises joined the Hungry Howie’s family in 2018 as a Franchise Business Consultant, returning in 2022 as Director of Operations. He brings a decades-long wealth of knowledge and experience in the QSR segment that includes 14 years with McDonald’s, 13 years with Sonic Corporation and 2 years with Burger King in the Middle East. Moises was also a franchise owner/operator for a sub shop in Florida. Moises earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Spanish and Business Management from the State University of New York Cortland. Moises is passionate about and committed to the Hungry Howie’s franchise system and their success.
Steve is a veteran in the franchise space and has an extensive sales and marketing background. Prior to his current, role he spent 15 years with Domino’s and was an integral part of the development process starting in 2012. His efforts were integral in developing and leading the brands development turnaround. As the leader of development for Hungry Howie’s, he will be focused on bringing new, multi-unit franchisees into the brand along with developing growth strategies for existing franchisees.
In 1973, Steve began working at a carry-out and delivery pizzeria as a delivery driver. This pizzeria would become Hungry Howie's Pizza. Steve's hardwork and determination led him to become President of Hungry Howie's Pizza in 1981. He has been an officer and director of Hungry Howie's Distributing since its incorporation in 1986. Additionally, Steve owns and operates 11 very successful pizza franchise locations in the metro Detroit area.
Rob has had an exciting career in franchise marketing, specifically in the quick-service restaurant category. He began his career at Little Caesar's Enterprises in 1980 as a store manager, eventually becoming Vice President of Marketing. Rob left Little Caesar's in 1995 to become Managing Partner of Bozell Worldwide, a top tier advertising agency. From 1999 until 2003, Rob was Executive Vice President of Marketing for Quiznos Subs, a Colorado-based sandwich franchise. Rob joined Papa Murphy's Take'n'Bake Pizza from 2003 until 2006 as Executive Vice President of Marketing. In 2011, Rob joined the Hungry Howie's family as Vice President of Strategic Marketing. He was promoted to Executive Vice President of Stragetic Marketing in 2015.
Moe wrote his first franchise agreement in 1985 and has been involved in franchising ever since. From 1986 until 1990, Moe was Corporate Counsel to Vartan Enterprises, Inc., a prominent Pennsylvania-based real estate development company. Moe returned to Michigan in 1990 and established a private law practice, concentrating in franchising, licensing, and real estate law. In 1994, Moe was named Vice President of Business Development and General Counsel for Papa Romano’s Enterprises, Inc., a Michigan-based pizza franchise. In 2007, Moe joined Wireless Giant, a regional retail cellular phone store chain, as Vice President of Franchising and General Counsel. For 5 years, he held the position of Chief Operating Officer and General Counsel. Moe joined the Hungry Howie’s family in 2012 as Vice President and General Counsel. He is licensed to practice law in Michigan and Pennsylvania and a member of the Antitrust, Franchising and Trade Regulation Section of the State Bar of Michigan. Moe is on the Advisory Board of Northwood University’s Franchise Management degree program. He is a licensed real estate broker.
Scott began his career in public accounting, working as an auditor with the firm Plante Moran. Scott worked his way up from the staff auditor level up to the audit associate level where he managed entire audit engagements, worked on a variety of technical research projects, contributed to the Firm’s professional standards review processes, and was responsible for various training engagements. Scott joined the Hungry Howie’s team in 2018 as the Senior Accounting Manager. He was named Director of Finance in 2020. He is also a CPA in Michigan.
Dan began working with Hungry Howie's in 1997 as the primary consultant for Hungry Howie's first consumer website. In 1999, he officially became part of the Hungry Howie's team. He has expanded use of technology throughout the brand and the growth of the technology department. With his 30 years of experience in technology and nearly 25 years in the pizza industry he continues to build solutions that are focused on the success of the stores, operations, and customer experience.
Jeff Rinke is Vice President of Marketing & Product Development for Hungry Howie’s Pizza. In 1987, Jeff began his 35-plus year career at Hungry Howie’s as a Franchise Consultant after leaving Domino’s Pizza. He was promoted to Director of Operations in 1992 before being appointed to his current position as Vice President of Marketing & Product Development in 1996. Jeff holds a bachelor’s degree in business from Northwood University. Additionally, he owns and operates 3 successful pizza franchise locations in the metro Detroit area. Jeff sits on the board of the American Pizza Community, a coalition comprised of the nation’s largest pizza companies, and is an Advisory Board member for the National Breast Cancer Foundation.
From spending summers flipping pizzas to climbing stacked pizza boxes in the warehouse as a kid, Steve Jackson, Jr. grew up in the business. He's had a front row seat to the growth of Hungry Howie's Pizza from the very beginning. In 2004, Steve officially joined the corporate staff in the Operations department where he spent many years learning the Howie's system and growing his knowledge of the pizza industry. Eager to learn a different facet of the business, Steve transitioned to the Marketing department in 2011 where he currently sits as Vice President of Marketing Technology. Steve was promoted to the Leadership Team in 2020. He has brought innovative, next generation ideas to the table aiding in the continued evolution of the Hungry Howie’s brand.
After serving 4 years in the U.S. Air Force, Phil began his supply chain and procurement career at Domino’s Pizza. He spent nearly 17 years at the company in a variety of leadership roles. He started as an assistant warehouse manager and progressed to the director of product management where he led multiple teams and functions for the company. In late 2014, Phil stepped away from pizza to pursue a role in higher education supply chain management at the University of Toledo. Soon after this he joined Bowling Green State University where he served as the chief procurement officer and director of business operations for BGSU. Phil was excited to return to the pizza industry when he joined Hungry Howie’s in early 2023. He holds a bachelor's degree from The Ohio State University and a master’s degree from Lourdes University in Sylvania, Ohio.
30300 Stephenson Hwy., Suite 200 Madison Heights, MI 48071 248.850.2435 sclough@hungryhowies.com
*Based on Gross Sales of the top performing 25% (or 70 units) of Hungry Howie’s Franchised Units that were open for the entire 53-week period from December 26, 2022 through December 31, 2023. “Franchised Units” means all Hungry Howie’s Units that were open and reporting sales to us for the entire fiscal year, and excludes units in the State of Florida, affiliated units, units which opened or closed during the entire fiscal year, legacy units which are not obligated to and do not report sales to us, and units that were closed for more than ten consecutive days during the entire fiscal year due to a force majeure event. The Franchised Units are in 20 states. These Franchised Units have reasonably similar operations as those being offered for sale. See Item 19 of Hungry Howie’s 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document for additional information. This information is not intended as an offer to sell, or the solicitation of an offer to buy, a franchise. It is for informational purposes only. Currently, the following states regulate the offer and sale of franchises: California, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Virginia, Washington, and Wisconsin. If you are a resident of one of these states, we will not offer you a franchise unless and until we have complied with applicable pre-sale registration and disclosure requirements in your jurisdiction. All stores are independantly owned and operated. ** Based on Gross Sales of All Units (or 314 units) that were open for the entire 53-week period from December 26, 2022 through December 31, 2023. “All Units” mens the sum of all Franchised Units and Affiliate Units. “Franchise Units” means all Hungry Howie’s Units that were open and reporting sales to us for the entire fiscal year and excludes units in the State of Florida, Affiliated Units, Units which opened or closed during the entire fiscal year, “legacy units” which are not obligated to and do not report sales to us; and units that were closed for more than ten consecutive days during the entire fiscal year due to a force majeure event. "Affliated Units" means all Hungry Howie's Units that were open and reporting sales to us for the entire fiscal year and owned or controlled by a director, officer, parent or affiliate of ours. The Affiliated Units are all located in Michigan and have reasonably similar operations as those being offered for sale. See Item 19 of Hungry Howie’s 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document for additional information. *** Locations in Florida are franchised to independent owners and operators by HH Pizza, Inc. Inquiries received for development opportunities in Florida will be forwarded to HH Pizza, Inc. which is solely responsible for any inquiries. All stores are independently owned and operated. Prices and participation may vary. If you have online ordering issues, visit hungryhowies.com/help. If you need help ordering online due to a disability, please contact your Hungry Howie’s store for assistance. Pepsi, the Pepsi logo and related marks are trademarks of PepsiCo. ©2024 Hungry Howie Pizza & Subs, Inc. All rights reserved. Hungry Howie’s® and its related marks are trademarks of Hungry Howie’s Pizza & Subs, Inc. Use of the trademarks in the State of Florida are under license to HH Pizza, Inc. Hungry Howie’s locations are franchised to independent owners and operators by Hungry Howie’s Pizza & Subs, Inc. located at 30300 Stephenson Highway, Suite 200, Madison Heights, Michigan 48071 (248) 414-3300. Stores located in the State of Florida are franchised by HH Pizza, Inc. located at 2109 -D Main Street, Dunedin, Florida, 34698 (727) 734-8800. If you are having trouble using this website with a screen reader or other device or you need help ordering online due to a disability, you may also call (314) 732-4586 or your local Hungry Howie’s store for assistance. STATE OF CALIFORNIA: THESE FRANCHISES HAVE BEEN REGISTERED UNDER THE FRANCHISE INVESTMENT LAW OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA. SUCH REGISTRATION DOES NOT CONSTITUTE APPROVAL, RECOMMENDATION, OR ENDORSEMENT BY THE COMMISSIONER OF CORPORATIONS NOR A FINDING BY THE COMMISSIONER THAT THE INFORMATION PROVIDED HEREIN IS TRUE, COMPLETE, AND NOT MISLEADING.
Hungry Howie’s Pizza & Subs, Inc., 30300 Stephenson Highway, Suite 200, Madison Heights, MI 48071, 248-414-3300
If you are having trouble using this website with a screen reader or other device due to a disability, you may also call (248) 414-3300 ext. 242 or email sclough@hungryhowies.com for assistance. 2024 Hungry Howie Pizza & Subs, Inc. All rights reserved. Hungry Howie’s and its related marks are trademarks of Hungry Howie’s Pizza & Subs, Inc. Use of the trademarks in the State of Florida are under license to HH Pizza, Inc.
