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    Jeffrey Kaminsky • JJK Consultants

    Jeffrey Kaminsky is an analyst at JJK Consultants with a focus on the restaurant and hospitality industry, frequently providing research and insights for companies such as Ark Restaurants. Kaminsky has been an active participant in public earnings calls and industry discussions, recognized for thoughtful questions that address company strategy and operational performance. Although detailed performance metrics, TipRanks rankings, or previous firm history are not publicly available, he is established as a knowledgeable consultant in the sector. Formal professional credentials and securities licenses are not confirmed in available sources.

    Jeffrey Kaminsky's questions to Ark Restaurants Corp (ARKR) leadership

    Jeffrey Kaminsky's questions to Ark Restaurants Corp (ARKR) leadership • Q1 2025

    Question

    Jeffrey Kaminsky inquired about the public process concerning the Bryant Park lease, asking if more public hearings are scheduled and if shareholders can attend and voice their opinions.

    Answer

    Michael Weinstein, Chairman and CEO, confirmed that the community board meetings are public forums and that the final decision requires approval from the city's Parks Department and the Public Library, which has not yet been proposed. Weinstein noted that attendees, including shareholders and the company's 250 employees at risk of losing their jobs, would have a minute or two to speak at such meetings.

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    Jeffrey Kaminsky's questions to Ark Restaurants Corp (ARKR) leadership • Q4 2024

    Question

    Asked for details on the outside investors in the Tampa property who are receiving part of the lease termination payout, whether other properties have similar structures, and what the company's strategy is to improve its long-term underperforming stock price, including updates on acquisitions and the new "Lucky Pig" concept.

    Answer

    The company explained the Tampa property was originally funded by outside investors 20 years ago to avoid a large capital outlay, and that the Hollywood and El Rio Grande locations have similar structures. To drive the stock price, they are focused on developing expandable, fast-casual concepts like the recently opened "Lucky Pig", improving operational efficiency, and resolving the Bryant Park lease situation, while remaining open to accretive one-off acquisitions.

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    Jeffrey Kaminsky's questions to Ark Restaurants Corp (ARKR) leadership • Q4 2024

    Question

    Jeffrey Kaminsky of JJK Consultants asked about the payout structure for the Tampa lease termination, the use of outside investors in other properties, and the company's strategy to drive shareholder value and increase its underperforming stock price, including an update on the new 'Lucky Pig' concept.

    Answer

    CEO Michael Weinstein and CFO Anthony Sirica detailed that the Tampa property, like Hollywood and El Rio Grande, was structured with outside investors to fund the initial capital. Weinstein stated that to drive value, the company is developing expandable concepts like 'Lucky Pig,' which is now operational, while also seeking acquisitions and fighting to retain the Bryant Park contract. Sirica added a focus on improving operational efficiency and marketing.

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