News: Noted Restaurateur Named V.P. of Product and Business
PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla., Oct. 6 /PRNewswire/ -- American Kiosk
Corporation (OTC-Bulletin Board: AKIS) has appointed Ronald L. McDonald as
vice president of product and business development.
An accomplished restaurateur, noted innovator, and recognized industry
expert in his own right, McDonald's family founded the McDonald's fast-food
hamburger chain some 50 years ago. They are also recognized as the motivating
force of the nation's restaurant franchise industry.
His initial responsibilities will include the development of new products
for American Kiosk, including Pizza Place, the company's new drive-thru
franchise and cart system that serves a fresh-baked, brickoven style pizza in
just 2.5 minutes.
"Ronald's depth of experience, understanding of the food service industry,
and tradition of excellence will create a strong vision for American Kiosk's
growth," said Richard Michael, president of American Kiosk. "We are fortunate
to have him on our team, and we look forward to growing the company with the
expertise of this outstanding seasoned professional."
McDonald, of Tampa, Florida, has owned and operated a number of restaurant
operations and chains. He also designed, built and operated America's first
disco in Miami, Florida in 1967. McDonald was previously part owner of one of
the largest food and vegetable wholesalers in the United Kingdom, serving more
than 50 countries. He has most recently served as a consultant to the
restaurant industry, and has appeared as a regular guest on The Food Channel
and on Sony's network of 1,200 radio stations.
"American Kiosk presents one the most exciting innovations in the food
industry in years," said McDonald, "and I am excited to join this fine
management team in the introduction of a number of new food products.
"Sale of quality prepared food that does not require food-prep experience
is a concept previously available only to snack food operators," continued
McDonald. "American Kiosk creates a powerful opportunity for operators in
many food service segments, allowing them to offer quality, fresh-baked foods
along with complete cost controls, consistent quality, and virtually no waste,
shrinkage, or expensive training programs."
McDonald is a noted author of food industry materials, including "The
Complete Hamburger" (Birch Lane Press/Carol Publishing Group), which was well
received by food professionals around the world.
He recently completed two new books, "Ronald McDonald's McBarbecue Book"
and "Ronald McDonald's Franchise Buyer's Guide", and will soon introduce
"Ronald McDonald's McPizza Book" and "Shrimply Delicious." He recently
authored a feature article published in the August issue of ICON Magazine, and
is working on a children's educational television series.
American Kiosk Corporation is involved in the development and
implementation of national-brand franchise systems of kiosk-style retail
outlets that deliver popular food products to consumers. For more information
on the company and Pizza Place franchise opportunities, visit the American
Kiosk/Pizza Place Internet web site: americankiosk.com.
Company Contacts: Ronald L. McDonald, American Kiosk Corp., 561-627-9002,
e-mail: amkiosk@aol.com; James Dryer, Public/Investor Relations, GFC
Communications, 561-655-7575, fax: 561-655-2171, e-mail: jamesdryer@aol.com.
Safe Harbor Act notice: This release may contain forward-looking
statements that involve risks and uncertainties, including, without
limitation, acceptance of the company's products, increased levels of
competition, product and technological changes, the company's dependence upon
financing and third-party suppliers, and other risks detailed from time to
time in the company's federal filings, annual report, offering memorandum, or
prospectus. Specifications are subject to change without notice.
SOURCE American Kiosk Corporation
-0- 10/06/98
/CONTACT: Michael Morgan of American Kiosk, 561-627-9002; or James Dryer,
Investor Relations for American Kiosk, 561-655-7575/
/Web site: americankiosk.com
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