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Speaker Spotlight: Seth Larsen, CDO, Cheba Hut Toasted Subs
by Bradley Cooper — Editor, Connect Media
Seth Larsen, CDO of Cheba Hut Toasted Subs talks about how stays ahead of the competition while having a blast in today's speaker spotlight.
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1B served: Why Potato Olé is the side dish that built an empire
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media
Taco John’s corporate Chef Brad Bergaus explores the history, sensory science and enduring cult status of Potato Olés, a signature spiced-potato side dish that…
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How top franchise brands turn culture into direct profitability
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media
Industry leaders will gather at the Restaurant Franchising and Innovation Summit to share actionable strategies for transforming workplace culture and…
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Pan pizza returns to Papa Johns; brand says they got it right this time
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media
After years of development, Papa Johns is relaunching its pan pizza with a refined recipe featuring a garlic-Parmesan crust and a six-cheese blend, supported…
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Optimizing off-premise orders
by Bradley Cooper — Editor, Connect Media
In a session at the Restaurant Franchising & Innovation Summit held in San Diego, California from March 16 to 18, restaurant veterans will chat about how to…
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4 ways to freshen up your QSR
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media
QSR operators can freshen their brand by moving away from muted design trends toward vibrant, brand-aligned colors, upgrading flooring with luxury vinyl and…
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Speaker Spotlight: Troy Hooper, CEO, Hot Palette America - Pepper Lunch
by Judy Mottl — Editor: RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com, Connect Media
Troy Hooper, CEO of Hot Palette America - Pepper Lunch, shares a look at his career, his achievements and industry trends ahead of his appearance at the…
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Restaurant leaders share tips for driving growth, innovating when franchising
by Judy Mottl — Editor: RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com, Connect Media
At the upcoming Restaurant Franchising & Innovation Summit, top restaurant executives will share how they’re scaling smarter and growing faster through bold…
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Pizza Marketplace Top 100 Movers & Shakers deadline extended to Jan. 23
by Pizza Marketplace Top 100 Movers & Shakers deadline extended to Jan. 23, Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media
Don't delay! The deadline has been extended to THIS Friday!
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Beyond the headset: The new era of integrated restaurant communication
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media
Modern QSRs are increasingly adopting specialized digital tools — ranging from kitchen display systems to multilingual chat apps — to streamline operations…
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Pizza Nova franchisee believes in quality, consistency, brand culture
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media
Driven by a lifelong connection to the brand, franchisee Chi-son Phu has successfully grown his Pizza Nova business in Toronto by strictly following the…
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Pizza Marketplace's Top 100 Movers & Shakers submissions due Jan.18
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media
Nominations are due Jan. 18.
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Speaker Spotlight: John Lucas, VP, Farmer Boys
by Bradley Cooper — Editor, Connect Media
Read more about John Lucas, VP of Farmer Boys in today's Speaker Spotlight.
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Restaurant industry experts make predictions for 2026
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media
Industry experts predict that the 2026 restaurant landscape will be defined by a "Me-Me-Me Economy," where brands must leverage integrated AI and data-driven…
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Why 2026 is the year of the AI-driven restaurant
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media
By 2026, AI is expected to transition from an experimental novelty to an operational necessity in the restaurant industry, utilizing "invisible" back-of-house…
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How a Mooyah franchisee moved into chicken with Layne's Chicken Fingers
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media
After tapping out the Madison, Wisconsin area with a burger concept, Lucas Bergeson, along with his family and a partner, brought Layne's Chicken Fingers to…
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Pizza Marketplace’s Top 100 Movers & Shakers nominations now open
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media
The deadline is January 11, 2026.
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Beyond the slider: White Castle maps out future with tech-forward 'Castle of Tomorrow' prototype
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media
White Castle has a sleek new prototype called the 'Castle of Tomorrow.' With a focus on tech, the prototype is set to bring White Castle into the future with a…
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Topsail Steamer founder sharing tips, advice at Founderology Growth Summit
by Judy Mottl — Editor: RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com, Connect Media
The Founderology Growth Summit session, “Beyond the Tank: What Appearing on Shark Tank Taught Me About Business, Branding & Bold Moves,” features Danielle…
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Krystal's new loyalty program focuses on gamification, exclusive perks, seamless experience
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media
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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