Ariel P. Fermin has been appointed President of Max's Group, Inc. Effective immediately, Mr. Fermin assumes the position from Robert F. Trota, who retains long-term strategic oversight as Chief Executive Officer. With this elevation from Group Chief Operating Officer, Mr. Fermin is responsible for the overall commercial and operational performance of MGI and its roster of beloved iconic brands such as Max?s Restaurant, Pancake House, Yellow Cab Pizza Co., Krispy Kreme, Jamba Juice, Dencio?s, Teriyaki Boy, and Sizzlin? Steak.