Little Caesars VP of franchise development talks brand growth, solid operations

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Podcast host Mandy Detwiler talks to Bryan Ketelhut, VP of franchise and business development for Little Caesars.

KFC drops its 1st single ‘Finger Lickin' Machine'

April 7, 2026

KFC is moving away from traditional advertising jingles with the release of its first musical single titled "Finger Lickin' Machine." The track is available on…

Del Taco leans into 90s nostalgia with return of Big Fat Tacos, Del Flipz

April 7, 2026

Del Taco has launched a variety of limited-time, 90s-inspired classics, according to a press release.

Bango: From a 300-square-foot acai shop to leading a 'Better for You' movement

On this episode of the Founderology — Built to Breakthrough podcast, I talk with Ryan Thorman, Founder and CEO of Bango and a contributor to the Founderology…

Yum Brands appoints former Marriott International CFO to Board

April 6, 2026

Yum Brands Inc. has appointed of Kathleen "Leeny" K. Oberg to its Board of Directors. Oberg, the former chief financial officer and executive vice president of…

Jack in the Box launches slider meal, $75K giveaway for anniversary

April 6, 2026

Jack in the Box has launched its Smashed Jack Sliders Munchie Meal as part of the company's 75th anniversary promotion, according to a press release.

HTeaO to open in Kermit, Texas

April 6, 2026

HTeaO will open in Kermit, Texas, this Saturday, April 11. The store is owned and operated by franchise owners Arcelia and Jared Easley, according to a press…

Turn up the volume: how to use storytelling to build an unstoppable company culture

by Jim Knight — Founder & CEO, Knight Speaker

Effective storytelling transforms abstract company values into a memorable, emotionally resonant culture by humanizing leadership and providing a narrative…

How Flying Dolly’s is cooling down the Gulf Coast

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Flying Dolly’s is a community-focused boutique creamery that pairs nostalgic, artisanal ice cream with authentic New Orleans-style snoballs, leveraging a…

Papa Johns launches gas-buster deal

April 3, 2026

Papa Johns has launched a limited-time promotion Friday called "Pizza Miles," offering loyalty members a credit for choosing carryout over delivery, according…

Arby's intros French Dip Royale LTO

April 3, 2026

Arby's has introduced the French Dip Royale, a new limited-time menu item available nationwide through May 25, according to a press release.

McDonald's adds under $3 menu, $4 breakfast meal starting April 21

April 2, 2026

McDonald's will expand its McValue menu starting April 21, adding a tier of items priced under $3 and a new breakfast meal deal at participating U.S.

White Castle debuts Chicken Fajita Slider; Jalapeño Cravioli Side

April 2, 2026

White Castle will release the Chicken Fajita Slider on April 6. It features all-white meat topped with grilled onions and peppers, jalapeño cheese and green…

Synergy in a slice: Inside the dual-concept model driving Hungry Howie’s Texas expansion

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Entrepreneur Jay Dhaliwal is leveraging a high-traffic "one-stop-shop" model in Fort Worth by operating a lean Hungry Howie’s franchise within a co-branded gas…

Jacksonville McDonald's distribution center sells for $66.9M

April 1, 2026

VanTrust Real Estate has sold a recently completed Anderson-DuBose warehouse in Jacksonville to an affiliate of US Realty Advisors for $66.9 million.

HTeaO pours into Claremore, Oklahoma

April 1, 2026

HTeaO has opened a location in Claremore, Oklahoma. The restaurant is owned by franchisees Erin and John Love and marks their second HTeaO location, according…

Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken franchisee plans 6 more units in South Carolina

April 1, 2026

The owner of the Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken in Rock Hill plans to expand the brand's presence in South Carolina with six locations, according to a press…

Hungry Howie's introduces Pineapple Jalapeño Flavored Crust

March 31, 2026

Hungry Howie's has debuted its latest limited-edition flavored innovation, Pineapple Jalapeño Flavored Crust, from now through June 28, according to a press…

Papa Johns launches oven-toasted sandwiches

March 31, 2026

Papa Johns has debuted a line of oven-toasted sandwiches, according to a press release.

'Don't go viral without this system:' Keynote to reveal growth framework at Restaurant Marketing Workshop

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

The 2026 agenda is designed to cover every touchpoint of the modern guest journey. If a topic impacts your brand's bottom line, it is on the schedule.