Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, Inc. announced the retirement of Gregory L. Pope, Senior Vice President – Franchise Development, effective May 3, 2023. The Company has begun a nationwide search to secure a new franchise leader. Mr. Pope has agreed to serve as a consultant to the Company until December 31, 2023.

Mr. Pope has been an instrumental part of the Company since joining in October 1990. He worked in a variety of store-related functions including store openings, store management, and franchise consultancy. In 1996, he was appointed Director of Franchise Development and Support, named Vice President of Franchise Development in 2001, and promoted to Senior Vice President in 2004.