New Leaders Join Swig as Nationwide Growth Surges
Todd Smith
Swig’ s phenomenal growth continued in 2025 with the opening of 41 new locations in 16 states and a record 30.1 million drinks served. Swig also added two new names to its leadership team: the promotion of Todd Smith to president of Swig and the hiring of Shannon Swenson as the Chief of Franchise Partnerships.
Todd first joined the Swig team in January 2025 as the chief commercial officer and oversaw supply chain operations, real estate acquisitions and restaurant construction.
“ I’ m grateful to Alex and the rest of the executive leadership team for their faith in me as we embark on this journey of growth together,” said Todd at his hiring.
Swig has always set the standard for drink creativity, and now, we’ re ready to share our one-of-a-kind experience with even more fans nationwide.
– Todd Smith
In his new position, Todd will guide Swig’ s ambitious expansion strategy, scouting prime locations, building new company-owned stores and partnering closely with Shannon Swenson to launch a robust franchise program across the United States.
Shannon joins Swig after a successful tenure with Dave’ s Hot Chicken, where, as SVP of Franchise Development, she led the brand’ s growth to a billion-dollar valuation and 360 locations worldwide.
I’ m excited to help scale this rocket ship and bring its‘ daymaking’ philosophy to communities across the country.
– Shannon Swenson
At Swig, Shannon will build on Swig’ s rapid expansion from the last two years and craft a strategy to bring new partners into the world of dirty soda.
Shannon Swenson
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