US Veterans at Subway relay the gifts the Armed Forces give business

by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group

As we approach U.S. Veterans Day Sunday -- along with the federal holiday on Monday --one chain that has found great success putting those who have served in…

Bojangles' reports Q3 results 3 days after sale announcement

November 9, 2018

On the heels of news of its pending sale earlier this week to Durational Capital Management LP and The Jordan Company LP, chicken-and-biscuits QSR, Bojangles…

Taco Bell offering puts some 'party' into the season

November 8, 2018

First it was the ultimate Mexican-inspired wedding packages, and now Taco Bell is extending the party to cover all takers during the holiday season with a new…

Sonic longtime CEO retires, San Pedro to fill role after Inspire acquisition

November 7, 2018

There's a changing of the guard at Sonic. Chairman and CEO Cliff Hudson announced that he is retiring when the company's proposed acquisition by Inspire Brands…

Smoothie King, Mighty Quinn's, Tropical Smoothie Cafe take on 'cannibalization'

by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com

How to drive growth is top of mind for brands but in the quest to grow brands can often ignite a cannibalism strategy, something no partner or franchisor…

Wendy's reports 0.2 percent drop in North American Q3 same-store sales

November 7, 2018

Wendy Q3 results for the quarter ending Sept. 30 show the brand had fewer-than-expected sales during the period, with North American same-store sales off 0.…

Back to School: Retail, Restaurants, and More

Let’s take a look at how retailers and restaurants can maximize their marketing efforts in order to capitalize on all of the customers out and about looking to…

Q&A with President of Regrub, and Smashburger Franchisee, Tom Jones

hopAdvisor recently spoke with Founder and President of Regrub, Tom Jones, who is the Smashburger franchise owner working with ShopAdvisor on a new campaign.

Bojangles sold for $16.10 a share

November 6, 2018

Durational Capital Management LP and The Jordan Company LP have agreed to acquire fast food chain, Bojangles' in an all cash transaction that will give…

Too much tech? Untangling digital inconsistency at your QSR

by Sif Rai — CMO, QikServe

It's undeniable that technology has the capability to transform the fortunes of your brand. But can too much tech be a bad thing? Of course it can, but this…

How to sustain sustainability, despite obstacles: experts weigh in

by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group

Three brands take on the challenges and rewards of one very hot restaurant topic: sustainable operations.

Huddle House intros new burgers, melts

November 5, 2018

Huddle House has overhauled its burger menu by introducing a new line of Big House Burgers and Melts, including the brand's signature burger seasoning on each…

Bojangles', White Castle talk turkey

November 5, 2018

The calendar has turned, with Thanksgiving meals just a few weeks off. For those who don't, won't or can't cook their own feasts, at least two QSRs are…

QSR operational excellence: 5 steps to put your brand's 'pedal to the metal'

by Terry Dolan — Head of Solutions, WorldAPP

The route to a well-oiled operational machine for your QSR is through data that is captured from, and shared with, all systems and processes simultaneously.

Former A&W executive returns to head franchise development

November 2, 2018

Former A&W executive, Dave Crowley, has returned to the Lexington, Kentucky-based brand to head franchise development. Between 1997 and 2010, Crowley held…

Wendy's announces $.085 dividend

November 2, 2018

Wendy's has announced a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.085 per share, payable Dec. 17 to shareholders of record as of Dec. 3, a news release said. 

Upserve names CEO

November 2, 2018

Restaurant management platform provider, Upserve, has named Sheryl Hoskins as its new CEO, with founder, Angus Davis taking on the role of strategic adviser to…

El Pollo Loco Q3 comp sales up 2.6 percent

November 2, 2018

El Pollo Loco announced its Q3 financial results for the 13-week period ended Sept. 26, including total revenue growth of 5.5 percent to 106.7 million…

Nathan's Famous blames weather for disappointing Q2

November 2, 2018

Nathan's Famous reported financial results for Q2 2019, showing the brand increased diluted EPS to $1.06 per share for the period ending Sept. 24, over $0.7…

Volition Capital put $12.5 million in PlayerLync

November 1, 2018

Mobile content learning and performance management platform, PlayerLync, secured $12.5 million in growth financing for the purpose of marketing, additional…