'Mr McDonald 's ' expands restaurant empire with two more acquisitions

McDonald 's franchisee and Chamber patron Doug Wright has acquired two more restaurants - taking his total to 23.

Mr Wright (pictured), who was awarded an MBE last year for services to charity and the economy, has completed the purchase of McDonald 's franchises on Chester Road, just outside Birmingham, and in Chelmsley Wood.

The expansion of his business means Wright Restaurants T/A McDonald 's now employs around 2,700 people.

He said: “These acquisitions are the latest part of my velocity plan.

“I 'm delighted to be expanding my restaurant company during what has been a very tough period for the hospitality sector.

“I 'm greatly looking forward to making significant investments in both restaurants and to embedding them into their local communities.

“I welcome a further 250 staff into my business and look forward to working with both teams. ”

Mr Wright 's association with McDonald 's began 42 years ago, when he took a part-time job with the organisation after leaving school.

He worked his way through the ranks with the fast food giant and acquired his first franchise two decades ago.

Henrietta Brealey, CEO of Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce, said: “It 's extraordinary to see Doug continue to grow his business at pace.

“Doug makes a mighty contribution to the region through employment, charitable and civic activities, business mentoring and support for the wider business community through his work with the Chamber of Commerce - and it 's clear that this is only set to continue to expand.

“On behalf of the Chamber, I 'd like to congratulate Doug on this latest significant milestone. ”