<p>Photo: Bloomin' Brands Executive VP and Bonefish Grill President Gregg Scarlett</p>
Tampa, Florida-based Bloomin' Brands, Inc announced on Thursday that Gregg Scarlett will be the new president of casual restaurant chain Bonefish Grill, replacing Stephen Judge. Scarlett lead Bonefish's US operations and development.

"Bonefish Grill is our top domestic development priority. Gregg's extensive operations experience, ability to effectively develop and lead teams, and familiarity with the brand makes this a natural fit," Bloomin' Brands CEO Liz Smith said.

He will also be executive vice president of Bloomin' Brands, stepping down from his current role as senior vice president of casual dining restaurant (CDR) operations for Bloomin' Brands, where he headed up three CDR brands.