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Pizza Inn CEO Accuses Board of Discrimination
Pizza Inn CEO Brandon Solano claims board denied salary raise due to race and national origin.
In brief
Pizza Inn CEO Brandon Solano claims board denied salary raise due to race and national origin. Pizza Inn CEO Brandon Solano alleges his salary increase was denied by Rave Restaurant Group board because of his race and national origin. Originally reported by Nation's Restaurant News.
Pizza Inn CEO Accuses Board
Pizza Inn CEO Brandon Solano has accused Rave Restaurant Group's board of discrimination.
Discrimination Claim Details
Solano claims Rave denied salary increases due to his race and national origin in August.
Compensation Request
Solano sought salary, bonus, equity, and board seat increase in August.
Board Response
Board chair Mark Schwarz called proposal a 'non-starter' and refused discussion.
Formal Complaint
Solano filed formal complaint with board and Texas Workforce Commission for discrimination.
Investigation Status
Rave engaged Hagan Law Group on Sept. 1 for external investigation with no updates.
2025 Compensation
Solano received $370,000 base salary and $555,000 potential incentive in 2025.
Compensation History
Solano earned $4.3 million total compensation from 2020 through 2:025.
10-K Statement
Rave's 10-K states board takes harassment claims seriously and will review actions after investigation.
Insurance Coverage
Rave claims discrimination claim and related actions are covered by insurance with no material impact.
The main idea
Pizza Inn CEO Brandon Solano alleges his salary increase was denied by Rave Restaurant Group board because of his race and national origin.
