Howard Deering Johnson

Businessman and founder of Howard Johnson's

Howard Deering Johnson - Business Leaders born February 2nd, 1897
Born
Died

1972
53 years ago — 75 years old

Category

Business Leaders

Country

United States

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Founded the Howard Johnson's restaurant and hotel chain, creating a brand associated with comfort food and family dining in America. Established a distinctive franchise system that became influential in the hospitality industry. The first location opened in 1925 in Quincy, Massachusetts, expanding to over a thousand locations across the United States and Canada at its peak. Contributed to the popularization of roadside dining and lodging with consistent branding and menu offerings.

Founded Howard Johnson's restaurant chain

Opened the first location in 1925

Expanded chain to over a thousand locations

Innovated franchise system for restaurants

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