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Emmett family looks to expand Duffy’s restaurant chain using late founder’s vision

Duffy’s sales grew 14 percent, to $130 million in 2016 from $114 million in 2015. Duffy’s Sports Grill is gearing up to open its 34th restaurant in Florida on March 10, which was founder Paul Emmett’s birthday. “I feel like that’s our gift to him,” said Jason Emmett, president of the restaurant chain since his […]

On The Spot: Geri Emmett

How did the idea for the foundation come about? In the space of four months, both Paul and his parents passed away. Out of the bleakness, I just knew what I wanted to do. I wanted to honor his memory and remember where we came from. We started with two restaurants and humble beginnings. I […]