Michael Serruya
Director/Board Member at AEGIS BRANDS INC.
Net worth: 2 M $ as of 31/03/2024
Profile
Michael Serruya is the founder of Yogen Früz Canada, Inc. (founded in 1986), Yogurty's Franchising, Inc. (founded in 1986), CoolBrands International, Inc. (founded in 1986), and Yogen Fruz World-Wide, Inc. (founded in 1986).
He held the title of Chairman, President & Chief Executive Officer at CoolBrands International, Inc. and Chairman, President & Chief Executive Officer at Yogen Fruz World-Wide, Inc. His current job(s) included Chairman & Chief Executive Officer at Kahala Franchising LLC, Non-Executive Chairman at The ONE Group LLC, Independent Director at The ONE Group Hospitality, Inc., Independent Director at Aegis Brands, Inc., President & Director at 1082272 Ontario, Inc., Managing Director & Principal at Serruya Private Equity, and President at MOS Holdings, Inc. (Canada).
His former job(s) include Chief Executive Officer & Director at Kahala Brands Ltd., Chairman & Chief Executive Officer at Cold Stone Creamery, Inc., Chairman & Chief Executive Officer at Kahala Brands, Inc., Chairman at Global Franchise Group LLC, Chairman at MedMen Enterprises, Inc., Director at The Second Cup Ltd., Director at Jamba Juice Co., Director at Response Genetics, Inc., Independent Director at Firm Capital Apartment Real Estate Investment Trust, Independent Director at Jamba, Inc., Independent Director at Bragg Gaming Group, Inc., Director at Swisher Hygiene, Inc., and Independent Director at Aphria, Inc.
Known holdings in public companies
| Company | Date | Number of shares | Valuation | Valuation date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2024 | 386,418 ( 1.23% ) | 2 M $ | 31/03/2024 | |
| 09/09/2022 | 17,273,371 ( 1.24% ) | 173 $ | 31/03/2024 |
Michael Serruya active positions
| Companies | Position | Start |
|---|---|---|
| THE ONE GROUP HOSPITALITY, INC. | Director/Board Member | 30/10/2017 |
| AEGIS BRANDS INC. | Director/Board Member | 10/08/2017 |
Kahala Franchising LLC
 Kahala Franchising LLC RestaurantsConsumer Services Kahala Franchising LLC owns and operates a chain of restaurants. The firm offers submarine deli subs and super stacked subs, hot subs and panini grilled subs, wraps, fresh picks, kid's meals, drinks and sides and lighter stuff. The company was founded in 1964 and is headquartered in Scottsdale, AZ. | Chief Executive Officer | - |
Serruya Private Equity
 Serruya Private Equity Investment ManagersFinance Serruya Private Equity (Serruya Private Equity) is a private equity firm founded in 2011. The firm is headquartered in Markham, Canada. | Private Equity Investor | 01/09/2014 |
The ONE Group LLC
 The ONE Group LLC RestaurantsConsumer Services The ONE Group LLC operates as a hospitality company which develops, manages and operates a portfolio of high-energy restaurants, lounges and bars. It also operates a turn-key food and beverage program for hotels and resorts. The firm was established to becoming a market leader in the hospitality industry by melding service, ambiance and cuisine into one great experience. The company was founded by Jonathan Segal on December 3, 2004 and is headquartered in New York, NY. | Chairman | 28/10/2013 |
| 1082272 Ontario, Inc. | President | - |
Former positions of Michael Serruya
| Companies | Position | End |
|---|---|---|
| MEDMEN ENTERPRISES INC. | Chief Executive Officer | 27/04/2022 |
Global Franchise Group LLC
 Global Franchise Group LLC Food RetailRetail Trade Global Franchise Group LLC operates as a strategic brand management company with a focus on franchising. It specializes in franchising restaurant industries. The company was founded in 2010 and is headquartered in Atlanta, GA. | Chairman | 01/01/2021 |
Kahala Brands, Inc.
 Kahala Brands, Inc. RestaurantsConsumer Services Kahala Brands Ltd. operates as a franchiser for fast food restaurant companies. The firm’s brands include Cold Stone, BLiMPiE, TacoTime, pinkberry, America's Taco shop, Planet Smoothie, tasti D'lite, Rollerz, and Ranch One. The company was founded in 1981 and is headquartered in Scottsdale, AZ. | Chief Executive Officer | 01/07/2016 |
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Linked companies
| Listed companies | 6 |
|---|---|
| RESPONSE GENETICS, INC | Health Technology |
| THE ONE GROUP HOSPITALITY, INC. | Consumer Services |
| FIRM CAPITAL APARTMENT REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT TRUST | Finance |
| AEGIS BRANDS INC. | Consumer Services |
| BRAGG GAMING GROUP INC. | Technology Services |
| MEDMEN ENTERPRISES INC. | Retail Trade |
| Private companies | 17 |
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CoolBrands International, Inc.
 CoolBrands International, Inc. Food: Meat/Fish/DairyConsumer Non-Durables CoolBrands International, Inc. principal activities are the manufacturing and distribution of branded frozen dessert products. These products are supplied to supermarkets, grocery stores, club stores, convenience stores, gourmet shops and delicatessens in Canada, the United States and other foreign countries. It also manufactures and distributes soft serve frozen yogurt and ice cream mixes. It also markets a broad range of frozen novelties and frozen dessert products under the Tropicana, Welch's, Weight Watchers Smart Ones, Trix, Yoplait, Betty Crocker and other brand names. The operations of the Group are carried out in the United States, Canada and Other countries. It was founded by Michael Serruya in 1986 and is headquartered in Markham,Canada | Consumer Non-Durables |
| The Second Cup Ltd. /Old/ | Consumer Services |
Kahala Brands Ltd.
 Kahala Brands Ltd. RestaurantsConsumer Services Kahala Corp. engages in the franchising and licensing of restaurants, juice bars, and health food cafes. It operates under the following trade names, trademarks, and associated insignia: Cold Stone Creamery, Blimpie, Taco Time, Surf City Squeeze, The Great Steak & Potato Company, NrGize Lifestyle Café, Samurai Sam’s Teriyaki Grill, Frullati Café & Bakery, Rollerz, Johnnie’s New York Pizzeria, and Ranch One. The company was founded in September 1997 and is headquartered in Scottsdale, AZ. | Consumer Services |
Jamba Juice Co.
 Jamba Juice Co. Food: Specialty/CandyConsumer Non-Durables Jamba Juice Co. manufactures juice. The company owns and operates outlets for blended fruit drinks. The company has more than 440 smoothie stands in two dozen states. Jamba Juice locations include freestanding units as well as on-site kiosks in high traffic areas, such as college campuses, gyms and airports. The company is headquartered in San Francisco, CA. | Consumer Non-Durables |
The ONE Group LLC
The ONE Group LLC RestaurantsConsumer Services The ONE Group LLC operates as a hospitality company which develops, manages and operates a portfolio of high-energy restaurants, lounges and bars. It also operates a turn-key food and beverage program for hotels and resorts. The firm was established to becoming a market leader in the hospitality industry by melding service, ambiance and cuisine into one great experience. The company was founded by Jonathan Segal on December 3, 2004 and is headquartered in New York, NY. | Consumer Services |
| 1082272 Ontario, Inc. | |
| Yogen Fruz World-Wide, Inc. | Retail Trade |
Cold Stone Creamery, Inc.
 Cold Stone Creamery, Inc. Food: Meat/Fish/DairyConsumer Non-Durables Cold Stone Creamery, Inc. engages in the production of ice cream and sorbet. It also makes and sells smoothies, cakes and shakes. The company was founded in 1988 by Susan Sutherland and Donald Sutherland and is headquartered in Scottsdale, AZ. | Consumer Non-Durables |
Jamba, Inc.
 Jamba, Inc. RestaurantsConsumer Services Jamba, Inc. was a restaurant retailer of beverage and food offerings, which is engaged in the provision of fruit smoothies, fresh squeezed juices, and juice blends, hot teas, and food items. It included super blend smoothies, energy bowls, hot oatmeal, breakfast wraps, sandwiches, and artisan flatbreads. The company was founded on January 6, 2005 and was headquartered in Frisco, TX. | Consumer Services |
Global Franchise Group LLC
Global Franchise Group LLC Food RetailRetail Trade Global Franchise Group LLC operates as a strategic brand management company with a focus on franchising. It specializes in franchising restaurant industries. The company was founded in 2010 and is headquartered in Atlanta, GA. | Retail Trade |
Yogen Früz Canada, Inc.
 Yogen Früz Canada, Inc. Food RetailRetail Trade Yogen Früz Canada, Inc. offers delicious and nutritious frozen desserts. It offers smoothies, fruit cups and fruigt yogurts. The company was founded by Aaron Serruya and Michael Serruya in 1986 and is headquartered in Markham, Canada. | Retail Trade |
Kahala Franchising LLC
Kahala Franchising LLC RestaurantsConsumer Services Kahala Franchising LLC owns and operates a chain of restaurants. The firm offers submarine deli subs and super stacked subs, hot subs and panini grilled subs, wraps, fresh picks, kid's meals, drinks and sides and lighter stuff. The company was founded in 1964 and is headquartered in Scottsdale, AZ. | Consumer Services |
Serruya Private Equity
Serruya Private Equity Investment ManagersFinance Serruya Private Equity (Serruya Private Equity) is a private equity firm founded in 2011. The firm is headquartered in Markham, Canada. | Finance |
Swisher Hygiene, Inc.
 Swisher Hygiene, Inc. Household/Personal CareConsumer Non-Durables Swisher Hygiene, Inc. provided hygiene and sanitizing solutions that include cleaning & sanitizing chemicals, restroom hygiene programs, and related products & services. It was sold consumable products such as detergents, cleaning chemicals, soap, paper, water filters, and supplies, together with the rental and servicing of dish machines and other equipment for the dispensing of those products as well as additional services such as the cleaning of facilities. The company served customers in a wide range of end-markets, with a particular emphasis on the foodservice, hospitality, retail, and healthcare industries. The company was founded by Patrick L. Swisher in 1986 and it was headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, FL. | Consumer Non-Durables |
Kahala Brands, Inc.
Kahala Brands, Inc. RestaurantsConsumer Services Kahala Brands Ltd. operates as a franchiser for fast food restaurant companies. The firm’s brands include Cold Stone, BLiMPiE, TacoTime, pinkberry, America's Taco shop, Planet Smoothie, tasti D'lite, Rollerz, and Ranch One. The company was founded in 1981 and is headquartered in Scottsdale, AZ. | Consumer Services |
Yogurty's Franchising, Inc.
 Yogurty's Franchising, Inc. Food: Meat/Fish/DairyConsumer Non-Durables Yogurty's Franchising, Inc. engages in the manufacture and wholesale of frozen yogurts. It offers low-fat, non-fat, tart froyo, non-dairy sorbet, and sherbet. The company was founded by Aaron Serruya and Michael Serruya in 1986 and is headquartered in Markham, Canada. | Consumer Non-Durables |
Aphria, Inc.
 Aphria, Inc. Agricultural Commodities/MillingProcess Industries Aphria, Inc. engages in the production and supply of medical cannabis. It operates through the following segments: Cannabis Operations, Distribution Operations, and Business Under Development. The Cannabis Operations segment produces, distributes, and sells both medical and adult-use cannabis. The Distribution Operations segment are carried out through its wholly owned subsidiaries ABP, FL Group, and CC Pharma. The Distribution Under Development segment includes operations in which the firm has not received final licensing or has not commenced commercial sales from operations. The company was founded by Cole Cacciavillani and John Cervini in 2013 and is headquartered in Leamington, Canada. | Process Industries |
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