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Richard L. Federico joined the Company as President and a director in February 1996 and in September 1997 succeeded Paul M. Fleming founder of the Company as Chief Executive Officer. In December 2000 Mr. Federico was named Chairman of the Board. From February 1989 to January 1996 Mr. Federico served as President of the Italian Concepts division of Brinker International Inc. (NYSE:EAT) where he was responsible for concept development and operations. Under his direction this division grew from one unit in 1989 to more than 70 units by 1996. | 