Andrew Thengvall

Chief Development Officer & Chief Legal Officer • Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers

Andrew Thengvall is Chief Development Officer & Chief Legal Officer for the fast-casual restaurant franchise Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers. He is responsible for new market expansion, development, construction, and real estate, in addition to handling all legal affairs for the company. Prior to Freddy’s, Thengvall worked as Chief Counsel for a privately held multinational conglomerate. Thengvall holds three degrees from the University of Nebraska – Lincoln; he earned a Juris Doctorate, with distinction in May 2003, a Master of Business Administration in August 2003, and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in May 1997.

All Sessions by Andrew Thengvall

September 9, 2026

Option 5: QSR: Solving the Mystery of Site Selection
1:30 PM - 2:15 PM
TBD

Does a restaurant need to be on “Main and Main” anymore? How can you compete with the big guys for A locations? We’ll take a dive into the real estate world and examine trends, pathways to development, and, most importantly, how to find a site that fits your blueprint for growth.