Arby’s signs 33 groups to deals for 63 new outlets

ATLANTA Arby’s Restaurant Group Inc. signed six new and 27 existing franchisees to development agreements that call for the openings of 63 units nationwide. —

“We’re pleased with these initial results of signing 63 new development commitments,” said Tom Garrett, Arby’s president and chief operating officer. “We are focused on our goal of 5,000 domestic Arby’s restaurants.” —

Atlanta-based Arby’s and its franchisees operate 3,600 restaurants worldwide. Arby’s, which also owns the T.J. Cinnamons brand, is a subsidiary of Triarc Cos. Inc. —