CHICAGO, Nov. 5, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- LYFE Kitchen, the socially responsible restaurant "lyfestyle" brand, announces The Honorable William Daley as a new member of the company's board of directors, effective from 1 November 2012.  

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Daley brings tremendous civic and business experience to his role, most recently serving as White House Chief of Staff to President Barack Obama. His extensive knowledge of public policy and business affairs will be an asset to LYFE.

Earlier this month, LYFE announced aggressive growth plans, including its second restaurant location which will open in Culver City, Calif. (9540 Washington Blvd) in January 2013. The brand is also expected to confirm several other locations after the first of the year.

"It's an honor to have someone of Mr. Daley's stature join our board," said LYFE Kitchen's CEO Mike Roberts. "His experience in both the public and private sector, as well as on some of the most prestigious Fortune 100 Boards, is exceptional. We understand that numerous organizations have approached Mr. Daley about joining their boards. He chose LYFE Kitchen because he believes strongly that it's a transformational, socially responsible restaurant LYFESTYLE brand, which is addressing the most significant unmet need facing Americans today – great-tasting food that is convenient, affordable and good for you."

The Honorable William Daley served as President Obama's Chief of Staff from January 2011 until January 2012. He was involved in all aspects and issues faced by the president and the administration, both domestic and foreign.

"I'd like to thank Mike Roberts for welcoming me to LYFE Kitchen's board," stated Daley. "The brand brings a new and innovative concept to the market and with their vision, expertise and dedicated team, they have the potential to make a major difference and change the way America eats. It's an honor to be a part of this talented team, and I believe that their mission will revolutionize casual dining and the industry."

LYFE Kitchen is driven by proven, world‐class leadership. Mike Roberts, McDonald's former global president and chief operating officer, Brand Relations Officer and Partner Mike Donahue, a 20-year veteran of McDonald's USA who served as the former chief communications and external relations officer, and Steve Sidwell, an investment banker.

LYFE Kitchen's Additional Board of Directors:

Mike Roberts

Mike is the former Global President and COO for McDonald's Corporation and after a storied, 30-year career leading more than 31,000 McDonald's restaurants in 118 countries, Mike is leading the LYFE Kitchen charge on a number of revolutionary initiatives. He is committed to answer America's most significant unmet need – great- tasting, good-for-you food that's surprisingly affordable, remarkably convenient and eminently sustainable.

Stephen Sidwell

Stephen is the Founder and CEO of Devante Capital, a boutique investment banking firm and has 18 years of experience as a successful entrepreneur. Stephen was instrumental in the U.S. launch of Gardein, a private label and branded food product that grew from being stocked at approximately 250 grocery stores to more than 10,000 within 18 months. He has a consuming passion to provide LYFE Kitchen customers with a new way of dining that's as wholesome as it is delicious. 

Court Coursey

A born entrepreneur who started his first business at age 14, Court currently serves as managing partner of TommorrowVentures, LLC, an investment capital firm in Palo Alto, CA., and devotes time to several philanthropic initiatives, including CitizenEffect and ArtsNOW.

David A. Bryant

David is an attorney, serial venture capitalist from real estate to pharmaceuticals and member of the firm, Daley, Debofsky & Bryant. He is passionate about conservation programs and is involved in Peninsula de Osa - Costa Rica and Medecins Sans Frontiers/Doctors Without Borders.

About LYFE Kitchen

LYFE Kitchen's menu is filled with great-tasting, locally sourced, sustainable ingredients expertly designed by celebrity Chef Art Smith and vegan culinary sensation Tal Ronnen. The founders of LYFE Kitchen include Mike Roberts, former global president and COO of McDonald's Corporation and Mike Donahue former Chief Communications and External Relations Officer McDonald's USA. 

LYFE, Love Your Food Everyday, is a lifestyle restaurant. LYFE Kitchen combines natural ingredients with sustainable practices and delicious flavor profiles enhanced with spices and herbs to fuel and satisfy. All dishes are preservative and additive free and contain less than 600 calories and less than 1,000 mg of sodium.  We aim to fulfill the need for delicious food that is convenient, affordable, and as important, good for you. The first LYFE Kitchen is located at 167 Hamilton Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301. For additional information, visit www.lyfekitchen.com or call 650-325-LYFE(5933).

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