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Surcheros® CEO Luke Christian Named to 2024 Georgia Titan 100 List

Joins prestigious group of exceptional executives

ALPHARETTA, Ga.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Georgia Titan 100 recently announced their 2024 honorees and Luke Christian made the list. Christian is the Founder and CEO for Surcheros®, a growing franchise that originated in Georgia and is expanding in Florida , South Carolina, Tennessee and other markets. This is the first time that he has made the prestigious list.

The Georgia Titan 100 recognizes 100 CEOs and C-level executives in Georgia and the greater Atlanta area for their outstanding leadership. The Titans will be honored at an awards ceremony in May 2024 and will have the opportunity to connect with other executives throughout the year who have been added to this private group.

“I am very honored to be named a Georgia Titan 100 and to be recognized with my fellow Georgians who are making significant impacts in the areas they serve,” said Luke Christian, Founder & CEO for Surcheros®. “I am proud to lead Surcheros along with my amazing team as we continue to grow and evolve. The past year was incredible for our brand and we are excited to continue on this upward trajectory, bringing our Fresh-Mex flavors and new jobs to more communities.”

Luke Christian opened his first restaurant in Douglas, GA in 2007. His vision was to bring together big taste and fresh flavors served with the Southern hospitality of his youth. His Fresh-Mex concept quickly became a community favorite.

In 2017, Surcheros rebranded and launched their franchising program, expanding across the Southeast. The company is now exploring more markets along the east coast and beyond. In 2023, the company signed two of their largest multi-unit deals in the brand’s history. This year, Surcheros is planning on opening at least 11 more restaurants across multiple markets. The company recently opened a new location in St. Simons Island, GA in January 2024 and has second locations opening in both Athens, GA and Tallahassee, FL slated for Q1.

The Georgia Titan 100 program recognizes the area’s most accomplished business leaders in their industry using criteria that includes demonstrating exceptional leadership, vision, and passion. Leaders represent the private and public sectors. The Titan 100 program also recognizes premier executives in Colorado, Philadelphia, Phoenix, and St. Louis.

For more information about Surcheros, visit www.surcheros.com.

About Surcheros

Surcheros is the brainchild of entrepreneur Luke Christian. His formula: Bringing together big taste and bold flavors with the Southern hospitality of his youth. The brand offers Fresh Mex meals served with exceptional service, where guests are warmly welcomed like dear friends every visit. This has been the core of the business since its start in 2007 and contributes to its success as being a community favorite.

Surcheros invites guests to customize meals to their tastes. Guests may build burritos, tacos, quesadillas, salads and more by choosing from perfectly grilled meats to a wide selection of toppings and signature sauces. Each meal is prepared fresh and to order. The family-friendly menu also offers meals for the Lil’ Ones with their kids menu.

In 2017, Luke and his wife, Nicole, opened up their business for others to share in their vision for growth and love of community. Franchising launched across South Georgia and into Florida as the re-branded Surcheros and continues to expand its presence today.

Interested in joining the Surcheros family? Learn more at www.surcheros.com/franchising.

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