Summary:

– Winters Group now operates 22 QDOBA locations in Oklahoma and Texas .

– People-first ownership model drives retention, training and service.

– Team recognized for digital upgrades and community engagement.

Chris Winters opened his first QDOBA restaurant in 2006 at one of the busiest intersections in northwest Oklahoma City . It took four more stores strategically placed across the metro area before customers began to recognize and seek out the brand.

Nearly 20 years after opening the first restaurant at Memorial Road and Pennsylvania Avenue, Winters Group has 22 locations in Oklahoma and Texas and was named Franchisee of the Year — QDOBA’s top honor — at the brand’s recent annual conference.

“It’s a pretty big deal,” said Kevin Carroll , chief operating officer, w

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