US sandwich franchise Jersey Mike’s has appointed fast food restaurant industry veteran Andrew Skehan as President of International as it seeks to expand its global reach, with a focus on Canada and the UK.
Skehan has worked in international strategic leadership for over two decades, leading franchise operations and international growth for several well-known brands.
Until July, he was President and CEO of Home Franchise Concepts, one of the largest franchising systems in the home services industry in North America.
From 2017 to 2022 he was President of North America at Krispy Kreme, overseeing the company’s retail business and he previously spent six years as President of International at Popeyes, where he was key to the brand’s global expansion.
Skehan, who served in the US Navy, has also been Chief Operating Officer of Wendy’s/Arby’s International and has held senior operations, marketing and management positions with Churchill Downs Incorporated, Nabisco and PepsiCo Restaurants International.
Jersey Mike’s is a fast-casual restaurant chain specialising in authentic submarine sandwiches and is known for its fresh, quality ingredients and generous portions.
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One of the fastest-growing fast-casual restaurant chains in America,
It was founded in 1956 as Mike’s Subs with one location in Point Pleasant, New Jersey. Renamed Mike’s Subs in 1975, it began franchising in 1987 as Jersey Mike’s Subs.
The business now has over 3,000 locations in the US and Canada and is one of the fastest-growing fast-casual restaurant chains in America, ranking #2 on Entrepreneur’s 2025 Franchise 500 and #6 on Yelp’s 2025 List of Fastest Growing Brands.
It also places a big emphasis on social impact and was named one of Forbes’ Best Brands for Social Impact List in 2025, having raised over $143 million for charity since it began fundraising in 2011.
Jersey Mike’s has also been ranked as the #1 Best Sandwich Chain in America in 2025 by Eat This, Not That!
Jersey Mike’s international expansion
As President of International, Skehan will lead Jersey Mike’s multinational growth strategy, development, operations and marketing initiatives.
“As we enter this next phase of growth, we’re delighted to welcome Andy to Jersey Mike’s,” said Charlie Morrison, Chief Executive Officer of Jersey Mike’s.
“His proven record driving expansion for some of the world’s best-known restaurant brands makes him the ideal leader to guide our next chapter. As we scale, we’re energised by the opportunity to share our brand with new communities around the world and deliver the same exceptional experience our guests know and love.”
The company began its international expansion in 2024, establishing a strategic partnership with Redberry Restaurants, one of Canada’s largest restaurant operators, to open 300 locations in the country by 2034.
Jersey Mike’s says its operating model is designed to flex across different formats and adapt to a range of regions.
Skehan said: “I’m honoured to join Jersey Mike’s and help lead this next chapter of global growth. The Jersey Mike’s experience may have started in America, but its appeal is universal – great food made fresh, served with genuine hospitality, and rooted in the communities we serve.”
