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Restaurant leaders share why AI, data, emotional intelligence are keys to franchise success
by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com
When it comes to growing and sustaining a successful franchise, brands would do well to tap AI to drive expansion, leverage emotional intelligence to drive…
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Jollibee North America president says company is ready for next-level growth
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
At the Restaurant Franchising & Innovation Summit in Myrtle Beach, Maribeth dela Cruz, president North America for QSR chicken brand Jollibee, said the brand…
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Pizza Factory CEO talks acquisition of company, future of brand
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Restaurant Operator Podcast host Mandy Detwiler discusses Pizza Factory's acquisition and the future of the brand with MJ Riva, CEO of the company.
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Chick-fil-A brings back sandwich, adds beverage line
March 12, 2025
Chick-fil-A will bring back the Smokehouse BBQ Bacon Sandwich beginning March 17. The brand also has a handful of sweet new beverages, according to a press…
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Cicis Pizza offers Pi Day discount
March 12, 2025
Cicis Pizza is offering a Pi Day discount this year on March 14. When guests buy one Medium or Large 1-Topping Pizza with Cicis original round crust, they can…
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Smalls Sliders expands Missouri footprint
March 11, 2025
Smalls Sliders has inked a deal with franchisees Vamsi Mandava and Tanya Vadlapatla to expand the brand's presence in Missouri. The agreement will bring one…
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HTeaO pours into Lexington, Tennessee
March 11, 2025
Premium tea brand HTeaO has opened in Lexington, Tennessee, according to a press release.
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Grogan, Dardick keynoting Restaurant Catering Workshop
by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com
FastCasual is bringing you even more catering tips and tricks when we meet in Austin after the Fast Casual Executive Summit.
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Auntie Anne's unveils Pretzelria Delivery Service in select cities
March 10, 2025
Auntie Anne's is debuting its Pretzelria Delivery Service, a white-glove experience designed to bring its pretzels to winners in major pizza cities. Those…
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KFC brings back Potato Wedges for limited run
March 10, 2025
KFC is bringing back its Potato Wedges for a limited time at just five Tampa-area locations for two weeks following five years of fan demands and petitions…
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Wisconsin's root beer baroness: How Deanne Wells' A&W Restaurants thrive in small towns
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Deanne Wells has six A&W units in smalls towns in Wisconsin. She's paving the way for small-town franchisees to live and work in their respective communities.
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HTeaO expands Missouri footprint
March 7, 2025
Premium tea concept HTeaO opened its latest store located in Webb City, Missouri, on March 8th, according to a press release.
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3 strategies to transform your frontline hospitality teams and unlock superior service
From onboarding to personalized learning and stronger communications, this guide features actionable strategies to help your frontline serve up excellent guest…
Presented by Axonify
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Quiz: How effective is your frontline training?
From critical job knowledge to processes and procedures, do your frontline workers have what they need? Take our quiz to find out.
Presented by Axonify
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Place your vote for Top 30: Restaurant Marketing
March 6, 2025
Voting will remain open until March 14.
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Cherryh Cansler taking reins as publisher of Fastcasual.com
March 6, 2025
Cherryh Cansler will be taking the reins of Fastcasual.com as the newly named Publisher.
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CKE Restaurants appoints Joe Guith CEO
March 6, 2025
CKE Restaurants Holdings Inc., parent company company of Carl's Jr. and Hardee's, has named Joe Guith as CEO effective immediately, according to a press…
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Burger King releases fiery version of its fish sandwich
March 6, 2025
Just in time for Lent, Burger King has released the Fiery Big Fish Sandwich, according to a press release.
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Revolutionizing Kiosk Maintenance: Setting the Standard for Being Successful in the Kiosk Industry!
Discover market disrupting leadership driving the kiosk service and support industry, equip your business with the critical armor for service success, and…
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Hardee's partners with Duke's Mayo
March 5, 2025
Hardee's has partnered with Duke's Mayo to feature Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders and Duke's Carolina Gold BBQ, new to the menu. Hardee's Hand-Breaded Chicken…
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