DAVENPORT, IOWA (April 3, 2025) — Happy Joe’s Pizza and Ice Cream continues its momentum as the popular chain once again earned a spot on Pizza Marketplace’s yearly list of the “Top 100 Movers and Shakers.” The recognition doesn’t stop there — President and Chief Happiness Officer Tom Sacco also earned accolades as one of the “Top 25 Industry Executives,” highlighting the brand’s leadership and impact in the pizza space.
Happy Joe’s rose from N° 24 to N° 21 in the ranks on Pizza Marketplace’s highly influential list, reinforcing that its momentum isn’t slowing down. The beloved and iconic brand isn’t just serving pizza — Happy Joe’s creates magical family memories that last for generations. With a commitment to quality, fun and family-friendly dining, Happy Joe’s continues to push boundaries while staying true to the legacy that has made it a fan favorite for decades.
“It’s an honor for Happy Joe’s to once again be named among the Top Movers and Shakers, and even more rewarding to see us climb higher than last year,” said President and Chief Happiness Officer Tom Sacco. “Winning these awards validates the emotional connections we make with thousands of families around the country every day. This company means so much to me, and I’m grateful to work alongside such a passionate and talented team driving our mission forward every day.”
The full rankings are available on pizzamarketplace.com.
About Happy Joe’s Pizza and Ice Cream
Founded in 1972 by Joe Whitty in Davenport, Iowa, Happy Joe’s dream was to create a restaurant concept that focused on serving America’s two favorite foods — pizza and ice cream — in a family-friendly, celebratory environment. Owned and operated by Dynamic Restaurant Holdings Inc., Happy Joe’s has been named a FastCasual “Top 200” concept, Franchise Times “Top 400” business and Nation’s Restaurant News “Top 500” restaurant. The family-centric, child entertainment-franchise pizza brand has three company-owned and 35 franchise locations throughout the Midwest with more in the pipeline. To learn more, visit HappyJoes.com or follow Happy Joe’s on Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), and Instagram.
