Spend any time with Tom Sacco, either in person, on the phone, or virtually, and what you immediately appreciate is his commitment to doing good. Tom is at the helm of our franchise leadership, but he’s no typical CEO. He prefers the title of Chief Happiness Officer, and his love of the Happy Joe’s brand and his commitment to community and franchisee success influence just about everything he does!
Tom's philosophy centers on serving others, not just through Happy Joe’s delicious menu of award-winning pizzas, pasta, salads, desserts, and more, but through community involvement as well. This dedication extends to everyone, from guests and staff to franchisees and vendors. As the Happy Joe’s pizza franchise brand leader, Tom knows our success is an important blend of:
Tom leads a Happy Joe's team that knows the value of service to others, and it's because of this commitment to a greater good that we've been able to serve communities for 50 years and counting!
Everyone at Happy Joe’s knows that each child is a gift and that they deserve to live their lives to the fullest, no matter what obstacles they may face. We help them do just that through our Happy Joe’s Kids Foundation, spearheading numerous programs and workshops to help kids with special needs and their parents get the most out of life every day. As our brand leader, Tom knows that kids are at the heart of our brand and that lasting success can only be achieved if it’s measured by more than just profit. It must also mean a commitment to people, places, and, of course, our award-winning pizza!
Tom's grandfather, Tony, instilled in him the importance of quality in everything. This principle guides Tom’s approach, from menu innovation to understanding customer preferences. He also values learning from past experiences, including successful turnarounds, to continually improve.
Tom sees the restaurant industry adapting to changing consumer demands. He foresees automation playing a bigger role but emphasizes that human connection remains essential. Happy Joe's addresses this by training our team to create memorable experiences that go beyond the transaction.
Ultimately, Tom's vision is for Happy Joe's to be respected not just as a premier franchise investment but as an opportunity for franchisees to spread joy and happiness to the communities they serve. His own journey, one that includes decades in the fast-casual industry, serves as an inspiration, demonstrating the power of service, passion, and a commitment to making a positive impact on the world — one delicious slice of Happy Joe’s pizza at a time!
Tom heads a team of passionate and dedicated people ready to make your Happy Joe’s franchising journey the best it can be. Reach out today for more information on how you can get started as a pizza franchise business owner!
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