Onvo Appoints First-Ever ‘Chief Hot Dog Officer’ to Lead the Ultimate Summer Road Trip
Pennsylvania-Based Content Creator Stepping Up to the Grill to Taste-Test, Recipe-Hack, and Document Local Eats Across the Mid-Atlantic
SCRANTON, PA (June 11, 2026) — Onvo has officially found its ultimate flavor champion, the roller grills are spinning, and the dreamiest summer gig on the East Coast has been filled! Following its massive search launched in May for passionate hot dog lovers, the Scranton-based travel plaza brand announced today that Pennsylvania-based foodie and digital storyteller, Abby Giunta has been crowned its first-ever Chief Hot Dog Officer (CHO).
Beating out a competitive field of nearly 50 roller grill enthusiasts, backyard grill masters, and creative foodies, Giunta is taking the keys to the ultimate summer road trip. From now through Labor Day, she will embark on a flavor-packed trek across Onvo’s 42 travel plazas and convenience stores in Pennsylvania and upstate New York. Her mission? To ensure Onvo’s legendary hot dogs exceed highway travelers’ expectations, uncover the ultimate regional topping combinations, and pioneer creative “roller grill hacks” for food lovers on the go.
“While America celebrates its 250th birthday this year, the creation of this position also helps us celebrate an iconic summer staple: the hot dog!” said Harman Aulakh, Vice President of Marketing at Onvo. “Abby impressed us with her creative food storytelling and her infectious energy. She doesn’t see a hot dog just as a quick snack; she views it as a blank canvas full of culinary possibilities. We know our road warriors are traveling long miles this summer, and Abby is the perfect partner to inspire them to turn their pit stops into delicious adventures!”
As CHO, Giunta will pull back the curtain on convenience-store cuisine. Fans can follow her regional adventures on Onvo’s Facebook and Instagram, as well as on Giunta’s TikTok, where she will share real-time, entertaining reviews, behind-the-scenes travel logs, and wild new recipes featuring Onvo’s extensive roller grill and condiment bars.
For Giunta, who has dedicated her platform to spotlighting regional culture and culinary hidden gems, landing the CHO title is the ultimate alignment of her passions.
“This is a dream opportunity for me,” Giunta said. “I love creating content for businesses across Pennsylvania, and my passion for sharing stories about my town, local events, and tasty local eats really drives me. I look forward to hitting the road, meeting fellow travelers, and showing everyone how we can turn the classic Onvo hot dog into something truly special!”
What’s Cooking on the CHO Road Trip:
- The Ultimate Taste-Test: Reviewing classic favorites and limited-time summer items at Onvo travel plazas.
- Creative Food Storytelling: Sharing secret roller grill hacks and custom topping combinations that turn a quick pit stop into a destination meal.
- Spotlighting Local Eats & Communities: Documenting the great American road trip through Pennsylvania and upstate New York, highlighting local landmarks and the vibrant communities Onvo serves.
To keep up with the Chief Hot Dog Officer’s route, learn her upcoming travel plaza stops, and grab her exclusive recipe hacks, follow the journey online at tryonvo.com or on social media using the hashtag #OnvoCHO.
About Onvo
Founded in 1988, Onvo is a family business with its roots in Northeast Pennsylvania. The Onvo story begins 35 years ago with the first truck stop just outside of Scranton, PA. Since then, the Onvo team has built a network of travel plazas, convenience stores, and restaurants dedicated to serving the travelers of Pennsylvania, New York, and beyond. As of 2025, the Onvo family of businesses now includes 40 travel plazas and gas stations, 24 quick-service and full-service restaurants, petroleum distribution, and 7 hotels in Pennsylvania and Upstate New York.