Industry Fast food Founded 1987 | Number of locations 52 (approx.) Type of business Privately held company | |
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Key people Pat Ross, Wayne Flately Products Fast food (including Bagels and Sandwiches) Website www.greatamericanbagel.com Headquarters Westmont, Illinois, United States | ||
The Great American Bagel Bakery is a privately owned restaurant franchise started in 1987. The company is based in Westmont, Illinois. Currently, there are 52 locations in 12 states.
History
The Great American Bagel was established in 1987 by president Wayne Flately. The Great American Bagel started franchising in 1994 with the help of Pat Ross, retired founder and president of Rax Restaurants.
References
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