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Former Papa Johnâs CEO buys LouVino restaurant chain Share Updated: 11:49 AM EST Dec 21, 2020 Louisville Business First Share Updated: 11:49 AM EST Dec 21, 2020 Louisville Business First Steve Ritchie, former president and CEO of Louisville-based Papa Johnâs International Inc., has purchased LouVino Restaurant and Wine Bars, with five locations in Kentucky, Indiana and Ohio.This is a first investment for a recently established company Endeavor Restaurant Group, where Ritchie serves as founder and CEO. The purchase price was not disclosed.Steve and his wife, Melissa, purchased LouVino from Chad and Lauren Coulter, who created the brand in 2014. The Coulters also own Biscuit Belly, a growing breakfast chain that started in Louisville and has a deal to go national.Endeavor Restaurant Group, headquartered in Louisville, will target acquisitions of distinct restaurant concepts with specially crafted menus and differentiated