Budd Gould: Builder of Anthony's Legacy | Spokane News

Budd Gould, the visionary founder of Anthony’s Restaurants, has died at 85, leaving behind a legacy that transformed a single Bellevue seafood spot into a thriving empire of over 20 locations and an in-house seafood company. From his MBA at Harvard to failed lobster farming and a pet-centric venture, Gould’s unconventional path led to Mad Anthony’s — the seafood concept that defined his career. His daughter Amy Burns, now CEO, praised his people-first philosophy and family-owned ethos, while his son Herb will lead the board, carrying forward his coaching-driven leadership legacy. With roots in the Pacific Northwest and expansions to Boise and Bend, Gould championed local sourcing and built a business that still thrives on his belief in nurturing talent — both in the kitchen and on the Little League field. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/754c31c33e6c0fa3