Tin Drum Asiacafé Names Former Outback Steakhouse Pro Nicole Ellery as Director of Finance

Ellery joins team to support Tin Drum’s substantial franchise and corporate café growth
By: Tin Drum Asiacafe
 
ATLANTA - Jan. 28, 2014 - PRLog -- Atlanta-based fast casual franchisor, Tin Drum Asiacafé (http://tindrumcafe.com), has hired Nicole Ellery as director of finance. Ellery joins the hired corporate Tin Drum team to help promote aggressive franchise growth around the Southeast and to support the 12company and franchise-owned restaurants in Atlanta, Athens and Augusta.

Ellery is an industry veteran with more than 8 years in the restaurant business. She was previously a senior financial analyst for Bloomin’ Brands, Inc. working for Outback International.

“We're delighted to have Nicole join the Tin Drum team. With over 10 years of experience in finance and restaurants, she'll be a tremendous addition to the team,” said Ray Biondi, COO of Tin Drum Asiacafé (http://tindrumcafe.com).

Prior to Bloomin’ Brands, Ellery worked for Houston and Company, PC. A graduate of Kennesaw State University, Ellery received a Master’s in Business Administration from Keiser University.

Celebrating its 10th year, Tin Drum Asiacafé (http://tindrumcafe.com), the Pan Asian concept, recently announced multi-unit franchise deals across central Florida and in Nashville, Tenn. and launched franchise and corporate development initiatives with the support of its financial partner BIP Opportunities Fund.

About Tin Drum Asiacafé:

Atlanta-based Tin Drum Asiacafé features Asian street-inspired cuisine at its 12 southeastern locations, made fresh to order and at a great value. Recently named “One to Watch” by QSR magazine, Tin Drum’s Pan Asian menu features more than 35 items made with Thai, Japanese, Chinese, Vietnamese and Indian influences and 15 signature sauces. Certified by HealthyDiningFinder, (http://www.healthydiningfinder.com/home) the concept features menu options for individual dietary goals including gluten-free and vegetarian options. The fast-growing chain offers franchising opportunities throughout the Southeast. For more information, visit www.tindrumcafe.com or join Tin Drum on Facebook. (https://www.facebook.com/TinDrumAsiaCafe)

BIP Opportunities Fund:

BIP Opportunities Fund is an Atlanta-based investment firm focused on providing capital and operational support to emerging, high-growth companies.  The firm seeks to invest between $2 million to $10 million in companies with revenues up to $25 million.  Investments will generally be based within the Southeast, but BIP remains opportunistic to other domestically-based investment opportunities. Industry sectors covered include technology, healthcare, business services, franchising, and specialty finance.  For additional information on BIP Opportunities Fund, please visit www.bipfund.com

Media contact:  Ellen Hartman (678) 399-3335, ellen@hartmanpr.com

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