Features
Krystal's new loyalty program focuses on gamification, exclusive perks, seamless experience
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Slider chain Krystal partnered with PAR Punchh to launch its new loyalty program, Club Krystal, which offers personalized, gamified rewards, seamless…
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Founder shares how he went from tacos to tech
by Bradley Cooper — Editor, ATM Marketplace & Food Truck Operator
Come hear El Arroyo founder Ellis Winstanley how he moved to tech at the Founderology Growth Summit.
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From café to national movement: Clean Eatz Founders on scaling wellness without losing heart
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Clean Eatz is a franchise co-founded by Don and Evonne Varady that solves the time vs. health dilemma by offering convenient, macro-balanced meals, from…
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Chicken Salad Chick, Main Squeeze Juice Co, Original ChopShop, Dog Haus leaders talk marketing on a limited dime
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
A panel of fast casual executives shared that maximizing social media ROI with limited budgets is best achieved through deep community involvement, leveraging…
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Crust Pizza Co., L&L Hawaiian Barbecue, Gong cha, Juice It Up execs talk the future of franchising
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Executive insights from the Fast Casual Executive Summit reveal that the franchising model is rapidly evolving due to technology, changing consumer and…
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How franchising will take Jollibee to the next level in the US
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
The Philippines-based fast-food chain Jollibee, known for its popular fried chicken, is successfully overcoming its low U.S. brand awareness and crowded market…
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Speaker Spotlight: Guy Carmeli, Pasta di Guy founder/chef
by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com
Guy Carmeli, founder and chef at Pasta di Guy, is participating in a panel talk on crafting kiosk experiences at the upcoming Automated Retail & Kiosk…
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Farmer Boys, Taco Cabana, Costa Vida Fresh Mexican Grill execs talk high-tech drive-thrus
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
A Fast Casual Executive Summit session highlighted the drive-thru's post-pandemic evolution, moving beyond just speed to prioritize accuracy, hospitality and…
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Domino's Pizza refreshes brand after years of growth
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Domino's Pizza has a sweet new look and jingle by GRAMMY award-winning artist Shaboozey. The brand refresh is the first in 13 years for the company.
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Brazilian concept TAP wins The Perfect Pitch contest at the Fast Casual Executive Summit 2025
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Eight fledgling brands competed in the event, billed as a nicer version of "Shark Tank."
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Reality star Karlie Redd talks good food, service, location at Fast Casual Executive Summit
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Love and Hip Hop Atlanta star Karlie Redd shared brand success insight with attendees at the Fast Casual Executive Summit in Austin, Texas, on Sunday.
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5 training tips for restaurant employees
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
To combat high turnover and rising labor costs in the demanding hospitality industry, restaurants should view employee training as a core investment and adopt…
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The human touch: How kiosks are transforming retail, restaurants
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Self-service kiosks have evolved from a novelty to an essential tool in retail and restaurants, streamlining operations and improving customer experience by…
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Speaker Spotlight: Aaron Noveshen, CEO, Starbird Chicken
by Bradley Cooper — Editor, ATM Marketplace & Food Truck Operator
Aaron Noveshen, founder and CEO of Starbird Chicken, is participating in a Fast Casual Executive Summit panel on AI. Learn all about him in today's speaker…
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Lion’s Choice refuses to compromise despite rising beef costs
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Despite rising beef prices, Lion's Choice, a St. Louis-based QSR, is refusing to compromise on the quality or portion size of its signature roast beef, instead…
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High tech meets high touch at Woworks, powered by Qu
Check out this fast-moving collaboration that blends high tech with high touch.
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Gong cha, Crust Pizza leaders talk franchising in today's modern restaurant world
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
A session at the Fast Casual Executive Summit will look at franchising dos and don'ts as well as the latest trends and innovations in franchising.
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GoTo Foods takes to skies with multi-brand drone delivery in partnership with DoorDash, Wing
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
GoTo Foods is partnering with DoorDash and Wing on a multi-brand drone delivery pilot in three Texas markets to explore how the technology can improve…
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Speaker Spotlight: Claudia Lezcano, Fuku CEO
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Claudia Lezcano, CEO of Fuku, shares a look at her career, her achievements and industry trends ahead of her appearance at Fast Casual Executive Summit 2025.
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How AI turning labor from cost center into growth driver for QSRs
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
In a free webinar titled "Labor Forecasting 2.0: Predicting Future Demand and Staffing for Efficient Growth with AI" viewers will learn how AI is powering…
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