Good Times USA Transitions to an Employee-Owned Company

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1:00 PM on Wednesday, March 4

The Associated Press

TAMPA, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar 4, 2026--

Good Times USA has transitioned to an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). An ESOP is a retirement benefit that holds company stock. As the company grows and realizes success, the value of the shares’ increases. The stock is allocated to employees over time at no cost to them, and when an employee retires, the company buys those shares back from them. As a result, the company will be 100% employee-owned, making its employees direct stakeholders in its continued success and growth.

Good Times USA’s success is attributed to the dedication and leadership by Joseph Tabshe and Gregory Dana. Through their vision, discipline, and commitment, they built Good Times USA into the respected organization it is today. Their focus on strategic growth and investment in people established the foundation that made this transition possible.

By transitioning to employee-ownership, the Company is formalizing its belief that staff should share in its success. This move preserves the company’s culture while ensuring the long-term stability of the organization. As an employee-owned company, we leverage an ownership mindset to deliver superior quality, service, and growth for our partners and customers.

We are pleased to announce the following leadership appointments, effective March 3, 2026. Daily operations will remain business as usual, ensuring a seamless transition for our team and customers.

Pablo Toranzo, President

James Hall, Chief Financial Officer, Secretary and Treasurer

We sincerely thank Joseph Tabshe and Gregory Dana for their legacy, and we appreciate the ongoing trust of our employees, customers, and partners as we move forward together.

Sincerely,

Good Times USA

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CONTACT: Media Contact:

Pablo Toranzo

President

Good Times USA

[email protected]

KEYWORD: FLORIDA UNITED STATES NORTH AMERICA

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SOURCE: Good Times USA

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