With a growing local food scene and a hunger for the extraordinary and unique, the Remakluses believe Lincoln is the perfect spot for Cheba Hut’s toasted subs, full bar and all-around good vibes.
Aaron Remaklus has spent more than two decades leveling up the customer experience game at Speedway Motors, Inc., where he currently serves as Director of Customer Experience. From e-comm wizardry to digital strategy and custom platforms, he’s worn a lot of hats since joining the company in 2003. Backed by a business degree from Nebraska Wesleyan and a tech-forward mindset honed at UNL, Aaron’s all about taking great ideas and turning them into even better customer journeys. Born and based in Lincoln, he’s now bringing that same passion for innovation to Cheba Hut.
Andrea Remaklus, who spent over 20 years making big moves in the corrections and parole systems, managing a facility of nearly 1,400 individuals and leading everything from investigations to staff training. A certified conflict-resolution pro and victim-awareness advocate, Andrea knows how to lead with empathy and structure. She recently flipped the script by diving into entrepreneurship, buying a Cold Stone Creamery in Lincoln and boosting sales by nearly 50% with strategic upgrades and killer training programs. Now, she’s channeling that same hustle and heart into building a Cheba Hut empire in the Cornhusker State.
Backed by a third partner, Dan Remaklus — a seasoned Wing Stop franchisee — the crew is confirmed to open three Cheba Huts, with an appetite for more. The trio is already beginning to scout future locations across the state.
“We’re true foodies, but what really sold us was the vibe,” said Andrea. “Every Cheba Hut we’ve visited had one thing in common: happy people. Staff. Customers. Everyone. That culture is what drew us in.”
