Shows
QSR UncutBuilding the Next Big Pizza Franchise, with Carl ComeauxCarl Comeaux, the CEO of Crust Pizza Co., joins QSR editorial director Danny Klein to discuss the growth and journey of the rising franchise as it prepares for a banner year. Crust plans to invest in its people and infrastructure as it looks to triple unit sales—a possibility empowered by a decision to bring technology operations in-house by the end of Q1. From control of the customer experience to operational efficiency and data-driven decision making, learn how Crust Pizza Co. is forging its own path in one of quick-service’s most crowded segments.2025-01-3041 min
Pizza Marketplace PodcastCrust Pizza Co. CEO explains operations, building own techIn this episode of the Pizza Marketplace Podcast, Editor Mandy Detwiler talks to Carl Comeaux, CEO and partner of Texas-based Crust Pizza Co. Comeaux joined the company after being a fan of its pizza. Crust now has 30 units in Texas and Louisiana and plans to grow another 15 in 2025. It has seven corporate stores and 23 franchised units with a goal of 250 units in nine years."We're looking for owner-operators," Comeaux said in the podcast. "Right now at this stage of where we're at in growth, eventually we'll be looking for multi-unit franchisees that own 10 to 15 other units for...2025-01-1521 min
The Local Marketing LabCommunity first: Drive success with local relationships with Carl ComeauxCan giving back to your community really drive explosive business growth? In this episode of the Local Marketing Lab, Carl Comeaux, CEO of Crust Pizza, reveals how his company grew from a few locations to 30 stores—with 15 more opening this year—by making community engagement their top priority.Here are some topics discussed in the episode around putting your community first:Effective local marketing playbook for business growthBuilding lasting relationships with schools, churches, and local organizationsLeveraging crisis situations to demonstrate community supportImplementing systematic community outreach programsDeveloping franchise support systems for local marketingResourcesConnect...2025-01-0819 min
Top Business Leaders Show[SpotOn Series] Revolutionizing Pizza Franchising With Carl Comeaux, CEO of Crust Pizza Co.Carl Comeaux is the CEO of Crust Pizza Co., a rapidly expanding pizza brand recognized for its nostalgic dining experience and dedication to quality. Under Carl's leadership, Crust Pizza Co. has grown to 30 locations across Texas and Louisiana, with plans to expand further into the southeast US. His innovative strategies and passion for creating memorable dining experiences have been pivotal in the brand's success within the competitive restaurant industry. In this episode… The restaurant industry is constantly evolving, with successful brands finding innovative ways to stand out in a competitive market. What are the key in...2024-12-2523 min
Take-Away with Sam OchesHow Crust Pizza Co.’s CEO is positioning the franchise for major growthIn this episode of Take-Away with Sam Oches, Sam talks with Carl Comeaux, CEO of Crust Pizza Co., a 30-unit pizza franchise based outside of Houston. Carl has been an entrepreneur since he was a teenager and was part of the team who cofounded Main Squeeze Juice Co. back in 2017. Now as CEO of Crust, Carl is tasked with scaling this pizza brand that serves Chicago-style thin-crust pizza with a hybrid service model that thrives both with dine-in and to-go business. He joined the podcast to talk about how his knack for entrepreneurialism has given him a unique viewpoint...2024-11-0652 min
Franchisor Hot SeatCrust Pizza Co. Franchise | Pizza Franchise | Carl ComeauxMeet Carl Comeaux (linkedin.com/in/carl-comeaux-2ab87a3b), CEO of Crust Pizza Co.
What is Crust Pizza Co.?
Our pizza franchise chain was founded by Clint Price and Mark Rasberry. Friends since the 5th grade, the pair even roomed together their first year of college.
Following college, Mark landed in the mortgage business and eventually established a mortgage company which he ran for over a decade until 2009. Clint worked in the restaurant industry for several years and then pursued a career in software sales for over 10 years before relocating...2023-11-0125 min