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Twin Hospitality Group Inc. Appoints Lexi Burns as Chief People Officer

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Twin Hospitality Group (NASDAQ: TWNP) has appointed Lexi Burns as Chief People Officer, effective immediately. Burns, who has been with Twin Peaks since 2010, will now oversee human resources and organizational development for both Twin Peaks and sister brand Smokey Bones.

During her 15-year tenure at Twin Peaks, Burns has been instrumental in the company's growth from 13 locations to 114 units, developing operating systems, training programs, and new store opening procedures. The company, which went public earlier this year, operates Twin Peaks sports bars across 27 states and Mexico, and Smokey Bones restaurants across 16 states with 51 locations.

Twin Hospitality Group (NASDAQ: TWNP) ha nominato Lexi Burns Chief People Officer, con effetto immediato. Burns, in azienda dal 2010, sarà responsabile delle risorse umane e dello sviluppo organizzativo per Twin Peaks e per il marchio collegato Smokey Bones.

In 15 anni in Twin Peaks, Burns ha contribuito in modo significativo all'espansione dell'azienda da 13 sedi a 114 unità, sviluppando sistemi operativi, programmi di formazione e procedure per l'apertura di nuovi locali. La società, diventata pubblica all'inizio di quest'anno, gestisce i bar sportivi Twin Peaks in 27 stati e in Messico e i ristoranti Smokey Bones in 16 stati con un totale di 51 locali.

Twin Hospitality Group (NASDAQ: TWNP) ha nombrado a Lexi Burns como Chief People Officer, con efecto inmediato. Burns, que forma parte de Twin Peaks desde 2010, supervisará los recursos humanos y el desarrollo organizativo tanto de Twin Peaks como de la marca hermana Smokey Bones.

Durante sus 15 años en Twin Peaks, Burns ha sido clave en el crecimiento de la compañía de 13 ubicaciones a 114 unidades, desarrollando sistemas operativos, programas de formación y procedimientos para la apertura de nuevos locales. La empresa, que se hizo pública a principios de este año, opera los bares deportivos Twin Peaks en 27 estados y México, y los restaurantes Smokey Bones en 16 estados con 51 ubicaciones.

Twin Hospitality Group (NASDAQ: TWNP)가 즉시 발효로 렉시 번즈(Lexi Burns)를 최고인사책임자(Chief People Officer)로 임명했습니다. 2010년부터 Twin Peaks에 몸담아온 번즈는 Twin Peaks와 자매 브랜드 Smokey Bones의 인사 및 조직 개발을 총괄합니다.

번즈는 Twin Peaks에서 15년 동안 근무하면서 회사가 13개 지점에서 114개 유닛으로 성장하는 데 핵심 역할을 했으며, 운영 시스템, 교육 프로그램 및 신규 매장 오픈 절차를 마련했습니다. 올해 초 상장한 이 회사는 Twin Peaks 스포츠 바를 27개 주와 멕시코에서 운영하며, Smokey Bones 레스토랑은 16개 주에서 총 51개 지점을 운영하고 있습니다.

Twin Hospitality Group (NASDAQ: TWNP) a nommé Lexi Burns au poste de Chief People Officer, avec effet immédiat. Burns, présente chez Twin Peaks depuis 2010, supervisera les ressources humaines et le développement organisationnel pour Twin Peaks et la marque sœur Smokey Bones.

Au cours de ses 15 années chez Twin Peaks, Burns a joué un rôle clé dans la croissance de l'entreprise, passée de 13 sites à 114 unités, en développant des systèmes opérationnels, des programmes de formation et des procédures d'ouverture de nouveaux établissements. La société, entrée en bourse plus tôt cette année, exploite les bars sportifs Twin Peaks dans 27 États et au Mexique, et les restaurants Smokey Bones dans 16 États pour un total de 51 établissements.

Twin Hospitality Group (NASDAQ: TWNP) hat Lexi Burns mit sofortiger Wirkung zur Chief People Officer ernannt. Burns, die seit 2010 bei Twin Peaks ist, wird künftig die Personalabteilung und die Organisationsentwicklung sowohl für Twin Peaks als auch für die Schwestermarke Smokey Bones leiten.

Während ihrer 15-jährigen Tätigkeit bei Twin Peaks war Burns maßgeblich am Wachstum des Unternehmens von 13 Standorten auf 114 Einheiten beteiligt und entwickelte Betriebssysteme, Schulungsprogramme und Abläufe für Neueröffnungen. Das Unternehmen, das Anfang dieses Jahres an die Börse gegangen ist, betreibt Twin Peaks Sportsbars in 27 Bundesstaaten und Mexiko sowie Smokey Bones Restaurants in 16 Bundesstaaten mit insgesamt 51 Standorten.

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  • Experienced executive with 25 years in HR and organizational development
  • Proven track record of scaling operations from 13 to 114 locations at Twin Peaks
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Experiential Restaurant Franchisor Leans into Synergies with Twin Peaks Veteran Taking on Human Resources and Organizational Development Responsibilities for Sister Chain, Smokey Bones

DALLAS, Texas, Sept. 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Twin Hospitality Group Inc. (“Twin Hospitality”) (Nasdaq: TWNP), the parent company of Twin Peaks and Smokey Bones, today announces the appointment of Lexi Burns as Chief People Officer, effective immediately. With over 25 years of human resources and organizational development experience, Lexi will now, in addition to Twin Peaks, assume human resources and organizational development responsibilities for sister brand, Smokey Bones.

Since joining Twin Peaks in 2010, when it operated just 13 locations, Lexi has played an integral role in its growth to 114 units, spearheading operating systems, training programs, and a new store opening curriculum. Known for her cross-functional execution with operations, rigorous training design, and practical change management that supports consistent guest experiences and unit-level results, Lexi will bring her wealth of knowledge to elevate the Smokey Bones brand.

“Lexi has helped shape our culture and our systems from the ground up,” said Kim Boerema, CEO of Twin Hospitality Group. “She connects people, training, and performance in a way that delivers results. I’m excited to see the impact she will have on both Twin Peaks and Smokey Bones in her new role and the new synergies that will emerge.”

“From establishing programs from the outset to being a part of the company going public earlier this year, it has been an incredible 15 years with the Twin Peaks brand,” said Lexi Burns, Chief People Officer of Twin Hospitality Group. “As I step into this new role, I look forward to strengthening connections across both Twin Peaks and Smokey Bones and developing systems that drive measurable results.”

For more information on Twin Hospitality Group, visit https://ir.twinpeaksrestaurant.com/.

About Twin Hospitality Group Inc.
Twin Hospitality Group Inc. (NASDAQ: TWNP) is a restaurant company that strategically develops and operates and franchises specialty casual dining restaurant concepts with a goal to redefine the casual dining category with its experiential driven brands, Twin Peaks and Smokey Bones. Twin Peaks, known as the ultimate sports lodge, is an award-winning restaurant and sports bar brand with 114 locations across 27 states and Mexico and is known for its made-from-scratch food, 29-degree draft beer, innovative cocktail program and sports on wall-to-wall televisions. Smokey Bones is a full-service, meat-centric restaurant brand and concept with 51 locations, across 16 states specializing in ribs and a variety of other slow-smoked, fire-grilled and seared meats, along with a full bar. For more information, please visit www.twinpeaksrestaurant.com.

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FAQ

Who is the new Chief People Officer of Twin Hospitality Group (TWNP)?

Lexi Burns has been appointed as Chief People Officer of Twin Hospitality Group, effective immediately. She has been with Twin Peaks since 2010 and has over 25 years of HR experience.

How many locations does Twin Hospitality Group (TWNP) currently operate?

Twin Hospitality Group operates 114 Twin Peaks locations across 27 states and Mexico, and 51 Smokey Bones locations across 16 states.

What is Lexi Burns' experience with Twin Peaks (TWNP)?

Lexi Burns has been with Twin Peaks for 15 years, joining in 2010 when it had just 13 locations. She helped grow the company to 114 units by developing operating systems, training programs, and new store opening curriculum.

What are the main restaurant brands owned by Twin Hospitality Group (TWNP)?

Twin Hospitality Group owns two specialty casual dining brands: Twin Peaks, an ultimate sports lodge concept, and Smokey Bones, a meat-centric restaurant concept.
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