Backed by their belief in his abilities, he established his company, Soprano’s Italian Franchise LLC, in 2004, intending to bring delicious, traditional Italian cuisine to Newport News, Virginia.
NEWPORT NEWS, VA, November 25, 2024 /24-7PressRelease/ — Marquis Who’s Who, the world’s premier publisher of biographical profiles, is proud to present Essam M. Mahmoud with the Albert Nelson Marquis Lifetime Achievement Award. An accomplished listee, Essam M. Mahmoud celebrates many years’ experience in his professional network and has been noted for achievements, leadership qualities, and the credentials and successes he has accrued in his field. As in all Marquis Who’s Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
After completing college in Egypt, Mr. Mahmoud, who excelled in criminal justice, was driven to become a lawyer. Subsequently, he received a JD and worked as a lawyer for about a year before realizing the abundance of lawyers in the field hindered his immediate success. He then asked his father if he could join him in America to continue his law degree. Upon his arrival, Mr. Mahmoud applied to William and Mary but found that his English proficiency was insufficient, leading to his foray into the restaurant industry. This journey, marked by resilience and adaptability, is a testament to his inspiring character.
Over the years, Mr. Mahmoud grew from strength to strength, learning about the industry step-by-step, from dishwasher, busboy, water, and cook to managerial positions. Despite the challenges, he found the work fulfilling and was lucky to meet several managers who taught him the ropes and fostered his potential. Backed by their belief in his abilities, he established his company, Soprano’s Italian Franchise LLC, in 2004, intending to bring delicious, traditional Italian cuisine to Newport News, Virginia. Due to its valued customers, Soprano’s Italian established a second location in 2008 and began to bottle its sauces and spice blends at the behest of its customers. Today, Mr. Mahmoud is a successful business owner with numerous locations, demonstrating that hard work and perseverance pay off.
In addition to his professional endeavors, Mr. Mahmoud contributes to his community by donating to several local charitable organizations. His contributions have made a significant impact, and the community greatly appreciates his generosity.
Mr. Mahmoud received the President’s Bronze Award, and an award from the U.S. Army in 2024. While his career has been filled with highlights, he takes the most pride in establishing his business, Soprano’s Italian Franchise, from scratch.
Though hard work and dedication have brought him far in his career, Mr. Mahmoud takes the most pride in his Italian mentor, who imparted invaluable knowledge and expertise about the restaurant industry. Within the coming years, he intends to take his business to new heights and explore options to expand his product lines in the market. Ultimately, Mr. Mahmoud would like to partner with suppliers such as Food Lion to promote his franchise.
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