Savvy Sliders' heavy growth potential makes it a QSR standout

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Savvy Sliders is making a name for itself with fresh, never frozen all-beef sliders, hand-breaded chicken strips and hand-spun milkshakes. Company officials…

POS systems at heart of restaurants, but avoid these common mistakes

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

In the dynamic world of the restaurant industry, staying competitive and efficient is vital for success. With the rapid advancement of technology, modern point…

Smalls Sliders takes the stage as up-and-coming burger brand

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Smalls Sliders offers less than 12 SKUs, but the brand is scaling in a big way.

Pizza survey shows what customers want from their favorite pizzerias

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

In a survey of 403 people, 100% said they had ordered pizza, either for delivery by pick up. No longer are customers using the telephone to place their orders.

Inflation exposes gaps in restaurant loyalty, physical experience

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Hope Neiman, CMO for Tillster, explains how restaurants can create more meaningful interactions with the guest and leverage technology for a best-in-class…

2nd annual Pizza Leadership Virtual Summit to aid pizzeria operators with busy schedules

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

The Pizza Leadership Virtual Summit, hosted by Pizza Marketplace and PDQ Signature Systems, offers pizzeria owners and operators learning opportunities from…

'We're all in it together': White Castle a family affair

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

White Castle is a 350-unit family owned company. The brand best known for its sliders now has third-, fourth- and fifth-generation family members at the helm.

Marco's Pizza's chief development officer offers unique perspective with real estate background

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Gerardo Flores is chief development officer for Marco's Pizza. With a background in real estate, Flores brings a unique perspective to the quickly growing…

Taco John's a growing QSR player in Mexican segment

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Taco John's has 375 units, of which seven are corporate owned. With a new store design, savvy multi-unit franchisees and a winning corporate team, the brand…

5 social media tricks to help restaurant marketing succeed

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Social media is more engaging and smarter than ever. Here are five tips for restaurants to get the most out of their social media budgets.

Webinar: How to level up your people strategy in 2023

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

June 2, 2023

Restaurants are still touting hiring and retention as their biggest headaches. In a free webinar titled "Three Steps to Level Up Your People Strategy…

Papa Johns franchisee becomes mogul in his own franchise

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Nadeem Bajwa began his Papa Johns career as a delivery driver. Today, he owns 192 franchises and has his sights set on 500.

Technology more intuitive, cost efficient than ever

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Technology reigned at the 2023 National Restaurant Association's annual show.

Free webinar to offer tips for recruitment, retention

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

May 23, 2023

Ask any restaurateur what their number one issue in- house is and they're likely to say recruitment and retention. Though more restaurant roles are being…

Cinnaholic on a roll to bring joy of signature sweets to the world

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Cinnaholic has more than 87 units. The signature roll brand is far from the typical sweet snack. It offers a completely customizable menu of rolls and desserts…

Loyalty programs help increase restaurant's bottom line

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Loyalty programs have become bigger, better and more intuitive than ever. Rewards programs help a guest feel wanted and special, encourage repeat visits and…

WOWorks, Shipley Do-Nuts, Noodles & Company execs say loyalty programs a must-have

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Panelists Blake Johnson, VP of marketing for Craveworthy Brands, Donna Josephson, CMO of Shiply Do-Nuts, Mark Kreiner, VP of marketing for WOWorks and Stacy…

Dog Haus, Big Chicken execs talk convenience, consistency, connection

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

In a session at the Restaurant Franchising and Innovation Summit hosted by Networld Media Group, Zach Oates, founder and CEO of Ovation, C.J. Ramirez, EVP and…

3 tips for getting the most out of loyalty programs

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

April 7, 2023

Loyalty programs are more intuitive than ever, and the stakes are high for customer data. Here are three tips to get the most out of your loyalty programs from…

Garces Group, Ballad Brands, Ideation Hospitality make Buena Onda winner

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

In a keynote address at the Restaurant Franchising and Innovation Summit, three restaurant execs discuss launching Buena Onda, which now has five locations.