OUR TEAM

Oliver Powers

Vice President of Franchise Operations

Oliver is a seasoned restaurant executive with over 45 years of experience in the industry. His experience spans from full-service restaurants where he started, to fast casual and QSR. Oliver has worked in operations for brands including TGI Fridays, Miami Subs, Häagen-Dazs and Victoria Station. Oliver currently oversees operations for over 250 Nathan’s Famous franchisees both domestically and internationally. For the past 25 years, Oliver has been an integral part of the production of Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest.

Phil McCann

Vice President of Marketing

As a marketing industry executive with nearly 40 years of experience, Phil has worked at some of the largest advertising and marketing agencies in the world. Brands include Nathan’s Famous, Miami Subs, Kenny Rogers Roasters and Arthur Treacher’s. Outside of the restaurant industry, Phil has also managed the marketing efforts for brands such as CNN, The History Channel, Heineken, Guinness, Red Stripe and a number of retail, and health and beauty aids businesses. After making the switch to the client side, Phil has worked on the Nathan’s brand for more than 25 years. Phil holds a BA degree in English, with an emphasis in Communications from Niagara University.

George Costos

Senior Franchise Consultant