{"id":4529,"date":"2024-06-19T21:37:42","date_gmt":"2024-06-20T03:37:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jjg.royalestudios.com\/prensa\/pollo-camperos-rise-in-the-u-s-luis-javier-rodas-discusses-strategy-on-ceo-spotlight\/"},"modified":"2025-04-11T14:54:23","modified_gmt":"2025-04-11T20:54:23","slug":"pollo-camperos-rise-in-the-u-s-luis-javier-rodas-discusses-strategy-on-ceo-spotlight","status":"publish","type":"prensa","link":"https:\/\/jjg.royalestudios.com\/en\/press\/pollo-camperos-rise-in-the-u-s-luis-javier-rodas-discusses-strategy-on-ceo-spotlight\/","title":{"rendered":"Pollo Campero&#8217;s Rise in the U.S.: Luis Javier Rodas Discusses Strategy on CEO Spotlight"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/jjg.royalestudios.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/WhatsApp-Image-2024-04-10-at-5.13.13-PM-1-scaled-1.jpeg\" alt=\"Pollo Campero 100 en Estados Unidos\" class=\"wp-image-1469\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/somoscmi.com\/en\/brand\/pollo-campero\/\">Pollo Campero<\/a>, a brand of parent company <a href=\"https:\/\/somoscmi.com\/en\/cmi-foods\/\">CMI Foods<\/a>, business group of <a href=\"https:\/\/somoscmi.com\/en\/\">CMI, Corporaci\u00f3n Multi Inversiones<\/a>, is not just known for its distinctive flavor, but also for its impressive growth in international markets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In a detailed discussion on <a href=\"https:\/\/podcasts.apple.com\/us\/podcast\/guatemalan-chicken-is-sweeping-the-us\/id429056260?i=1000658099722\">KRLD 1080&#8217;s &#8220;CEO Spotlight&#8221; hosted by David Johnson<\/a>, Luis Javier Rodas, General Manager of Pollo Campero USA, delves into how the brand has effectively expanded and entrenched itself in the U.S. market. The conversation outlines the strategic maneuvers and future directions that underscore Campero\u2019s pathway to success in a competitive landscape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Adaptation and Growth Strategies<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Guatemalan chicken is sweeping the US <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/SOLbPYcjrR\">https:\/\/t.co\/SOLbPYcjrR<\/a><\/p>&mdash; 1080 KRLD (@KRLD) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/KRLD\/status\/1798835787653595502?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">June 6, 2024<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Since opening its first U.S. location in Los Angeles in 2002, Pollo Campero has shown a unique ability to adapt to local tastes while preserving its Central American roots. Luis Javier Rodas highlighted how menu and service adaptations have been pivotal in appealing to a broader American audience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;Initially targeting the Guatemalan and Salvadoran diaspora, we\u2019ve broadened our approach to include a wider demographic, implementing strategic changes to compete alongside major players in the Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) industry,&#8221; Rodas stated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Product and Service Innovation<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Adjustments in menu offerings and enhancements in service speed exemplify Pollo Campero&#8217;s refined strategy to meet American consumer expectations. These modifications have been essential for the brand\u2019s acceptance in new markets and have significantly contributed to its development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Challenges and Opportunities in the U.S. Market<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/jjg.royalestudios.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/WhatsApp-Image-2024-04-09-at-10.06.20-2.jpeg\" alt=\"Juan Jos\u00e9 Guti\u00e9rrez Mayorga \" class=\"wp-image-1455\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Expanding into new areas brings challenges, particularly in building brand recognition. &#8220;One of our largest hurdles is increasing our brand awareness in regions where Pollo Campero is relatively unknown,&#8221; noted Rodas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Despite these obstacles, Pollo Campero has realized notable growth, opening eight new locations in just eight weeks during 2024.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Strategic site selection and robust social media marketing have been key in attracting new patrons. &#8220;Focusing on high-traffic locations and vigorous digital marketing efforts has allowed us to introduce our unique offerings to a wider audience,&#8221; explained Rodas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This interview not only spotlights Pollo Campero&#8217;s current achievements but also the strategic foresight for its future, led by the third family generation of CMI, with <a href=\"https:\/\/juanjosegutierrez.com\/biografia\/?lang=en\">Juan Jos\u00e9 Guti\u00e9rrez Mayorga<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/juanluisbosch.com\/?lang=en\">Juan Luis Bosch Guti\u00e9rrez <\/a>at the helm as Chairmen of CMI Foods and CMI Capital, respectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As Pollo Campero continues to grow in the U.S., its commitment to innovation, adaptability, and operational excellence will continue to drive its expansion strategy. 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