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From Aerospace to Barbecue: Northern Colorado Father of Eight Brings New Ownership to Fort Collins and Greeley

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From Aerospace to Barbecue: Northern Colorado Father of Eight Brings New Ownership to Fort Collins and Greeley
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From Aerospace to Barbecue: Northern Colorado Father of Eight Brings New Ownership to Fort Collins and Greeley

2026-01-30 03:10 Last Updated At:12:23

FORT COLLINS & GREELEY, Colo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan 29, 2026--

Northern Colorado resident Jason Hubbard has acquired two local Dickey’s Barbecue Pit locations, bringing new ownership to the Fort Collins and Greeley communities as he makes a career shift from aerospace industry to barbecue.

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Hubbard brings his supply chain expertise from the aerospace industry and now owns the Dickey’s located at 2721 S. College Ave in Fort Collins and 6628 W. 10th Street in Greeley. A father of eight with deep ties to the region, his decision to become a Franchise Owner was driven by a desire to connect with the local community and create a welcoming place for guests to enjoy Legit. Texas. Barbecue.

"Barbecue is about more than just great food; it’s about bringing people together," said Jason Hubbard. "As a father of eight, I know the importance of a community space where families can gather. I’m excited to apply my professional background to these locations and serve the Fort Collins and Greeley communities with the same dedication I give to my family."

"We are a family business and we are strongest when our restaurants are led by Owner Operators who are deeply rooted in their communities," said Laura Rea Dickey, CEO of Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. " Jason’s commitment to his family and his neighbors reflects the hospitality and care our brand was built on."

To celebrate the new ownership, the Greeley location will host a Guest Appreciation Event on Saturday, January 31 to Sunday, February 1, and the Fort Collins location on Saturday, February 7 to Sunday, February 8, both offering in-store specials on those days including:

Hubbard and his team invite longtime guests and first-time visitors alike to stop by and enjoy the specials to help celebrate the next chapter for the Fort Collins and Greeley communities.

About Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. Dickey's Barbecue Restaurants, Inc., the world’s largest barbecue concept, was founded in 1941 by World War I Veteran, Travis Dickey. For the past 85 years, Dickey’s Barbecue Pit has served millions of guests with Legit. Texas. Barbecue™, slow-smoked meats, savory sides, and the iconic Big Yellow Cup. The Dallas-based family-run barbecue franchise offers several slow-smoked meats and home-style sides with 'No B.S. (Bad Stuff)' included.

For more information, visit www.dickeys.com.

Jason Hubbard, the new multi-unit Dickey's Barbecue Pit franchisee in Greeley & Fort Collins, Colorado

Jason Hubbard, the new multi-unit Dickey's Barbecue Pit franchisee in Greeley & Fort Collins, Colorado

MILAN (AP) — Italy coach Gennaro Gattuso left his role “by mutual consent” on Friday, three days after the national team failed to qualify for a third consecutive World Cup.

The Italian soccer federation announced the news in a statement thanking Gattuso “for the dedication and passion” during his nine months in charge.

Italy’s chances of reaching this year’s tournament in North America ended on Tuesday after a penalty shootout loss to Bosnia and Herzegovina in a qualifying playoff.

“With pain in my heart, not having achieved the goal we had set ourselves, I consider my experience on the national team bench to be over,” Gattuso said.

Gattuso’s departure comes a day after Italy’s soccer federation president Gabriele Gravina resigned along with Gianluigi Buffon, who was the national team’s delegation chief.

The defeat to Bosnia added more misery for four-time champion Italy after being eliminated by Sweden and North Macedonia, respectively, in the qualifying playoffs for the last two World Cups.

Gattuso took over from the fired Luciano Spalletti in June with the squad already in crisis mode following a defeat at Norway in its opening qualifier.

The Azzurri then went on a six-match winning streak before another loss to Norway in November to finish second in their group and end up in the playoffs again.

AP soccer: https://apnews.com/hub/soccer

Italy coach Gennaro Gattuso greets Federico Dimarco during the World Cup qualifying playoff final soccer match between Bosnia and Italy in Zenica, Bosnia, Tuesday, March 31, 2026. (AP Photo/Armin Durgut)

Italy coach Gennaro Gattuso greets Federico Dimarco during the World Cup qualifying playoff final soccer match between Bosnia and Italy in Zenica, Bosnia, Tuesday, March 31, 2026. (AP Photo/Armin Durgut)

Italy's coach Gennaro Gattuso directs his team during the World Cup qualifying playoff final soccer match between Bosnia and Italy in Zenica, Bosnia, Tuesday, March 31, 2026. (Fabio Ferrari/LaPresse via AP)

Italy's coach Gennaro Gattuso directs his team during the World Cup qualifying playoff final soccer match between Bosnia and Italy in Zenica, Bosnia, Tuesday, March 31, 2026. (Fabio Ferrari/LaPresse via AP)

Italy coach Gennaro Gattuso gestures from the touchline during the World Cup qualifying playoff final soccer match between Bosnia and Italy in Zenica, Bosnia, Tuesday, March 31, 2026. (AP Photo/Armin Durgut)

Italy coach Gennaro Gattuso gestures from the touchline during the World Cup qualifying playoff final soccer match between Bosnia and Italy in Zenica, Bosnia, Tuesday, March 31, 2026. (AP Photo/Armin Durgut)

Italy coach Gennaro Gattuso gestures from the touchline during the World Cup qualifying playoff final soccer match between Bosnia and Italy in Zenica, Bosnia, Tuesday, March 31, 2026. (AP Photo/Armin Durgut)

Italy coach Gennaro Gattuso gestures from the touchline during the World Cup qualifying playoff final soccer match between Bosnia and Italy in Zenica, Bosnia, Tuesday, March 31, 2026. (AP Photo/Armin Durgut)

Italy's coach Gennaro Gattuso walks off the pitch after losing in a World Cup qualifying playoff final soccer match between Bosnia and Italy in Zenica, Bosnia, Tuesday, March 31, 2026. (Fabio Ferrari/LaPresse via AP)

Italy's coach Gennaro Gattuso walks off the pitch after losing in a World Cup qualifying playoff final soccer match between Bosnia and Italy in Zenica, Bosnia, Tuesday, March 31, 2026. (Fabio Ferrari/LaPresse via AP)

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