With its sustainably sourced fish, homemade sauces, and freshly chopped mix-ins, Island Fin Poké’s super-nutritious food is completely on-trend in society’s current health-obsessed culture. By Jessica Petrucelli
While over 20 years of management experience, including working in the restaurant industry as a teenager and owning a full-service 150-seat restaurant, has helped Geoff Garrity grow his Sarasota, Florida, Island Fin Poké location, there is one significant element that has acted as a driving force behind all his decisions: passion. By Brianna Bohn
Island Fin Poké’s (IFP) first conference recently took place at the Loews Royal Pacific Resort at Universal in Orlando, Florida. Mark Setterington, IFP founder and CEO, welcomed his franchisee families, support team and speakers at the two-and-a-half-day event, which is slated to become an annual tradition. By Cindy Charette
The Island Fin Poké franchise is a dream realized by Mark Setterington. He wanted to create a fast-casual Hawaiian-style concept that serves delicious, super-nutritious poke bowls of 480-700 calories with 40 grams of protein. By Rose Mango
Established in 2016 by Mark Setterington and Paul Reas, both of whom had a dream to create a fast-casual concept that serves incredible Hawaiian-style poké in a cool, casual environment, Island Fin Poké has since grown to encompass 16 locations open in 7 states and 40 locations sold. By Jessica Jones
When the Sproat family started looking into franchise opportunities, they told their broker “no food.” However, after visiting a local Island Fin Poké owned by Mark Setterington, the company’s president and CEO, they fell in love with his healthy food options and build-your-bowl concept. By Cindy Charette
Originally from the Caribbean island of Trinidad, Tommy Ramjattan lived in the states for several years before joining the U.S. Marine Corps. During his four years of service, Ramjattan’s high test scores had earned him the envied title of marine firefighter and aircraft rescue specialist. By Cindy Charette
You don’t have to travel to the islands for authentic Hawaiian- and Caribbean-style poké, created from the freshest, most memorable ingredients. From farm to fork, Island Fin Poké uses only the highest quality, never-frozen fish, produce and other ingredients, with no preservatives, artificial colors or sweeteners to create delicious healthy meals, many of which are gluten-free. By Cindy Charette
Prior to opening their dream restaurant, the Ways each came from very different backgrounds. Marilyn enjoyed a 25-year career as a bus driver for the local school district, and plans on returning once schools are back in session. Jim worked for 26 years in various finance and operational roles for a major office-supply company. By Cindy Charette
There is a noticeable difference with Island Fin Poké’s fresh, healthy, and cutting-edge Hawaiian-style poke bowls, explains Founder and CEO Mark Setterington. While he thinks that he may be biased because Island Fin Poké is his “baby,” he hears such positive remarks from guests on a daily basis as well. By Cindy Charette