Papa Johns makes personnel changes; hires chief digital, technology officer

September 9, 2024

Papa John's International has appointed Kevin Vasconi as chief digital and technology officer, according to a press release.

5 concepts compete for The Perfect Pitch 2024 title

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Five fledgling concepts will vie for The Perfect Pitch title and a prize on Oct. 14 at the Fast Casual Executive Summit in Denver, Colorado.

Game Day Dilemmas: Preparing Your Restaurant for Sports Crowds

Game days are both a blessing and a challenge. The influx of passionate sports fans can significantly boost any restaurant’s revenue, but it also puts immense…

Toppers Pizza sells corporate store to current franchisees

September 6, 2024

Toppers Pizza has sold a company location in Janesville, Wisconsin, to MC Pizza, marking the franchisee's fourth Toppers owned, according to a press release.

Smalls Sliders adding 6 units in Fort Worth

September 6, 2024

Smalls Sliders, which has more than 300 units — dubbed "cans" by the company — under development, has inked its latest multi-unit deal with entrepreneur Brett…

Savvy Sliders becomes sponsor of Detroit Lions

September 5, 2024

Michigan-based Savvy Sliders has inked a deal with The Detroit Lions to become an official sponsor of the football team. The day following each Lions win…

Wetzel's Pretzels opens in Brooklyn Macy's department store

September 5, 2024

Wetzel's Pretzels is opening a location in one of New York City's busiest shopping destinations, Macy's Kings Plaza, according to a press release.

Navigating capital structures amid economic challenges

by Blas Escarcega — VP of Franchise Development, Pollo Campero

Amid economic challenges and rising costs, businesses facing Main Street loan maturities can explore flexible refinancing solutions and industry-specialized…

What Customers Want from Delivery

In an era where convenience is king, food delivery has become more than just a service—it’s an extension of your restaurant’s brand. Every delivery represents…

Golden Chick to support schools with sales of churros

September 4, 2024

Golden Chick will support more than 230 schools near the brand's restaurants as part of its system-wide giveback initiative. To support, the brand will give 5…

Taco Bell, PepsiCo partner on Baja Blast Gelato

September 4, 2024

Taco Bell's exclusive Mountain Dew flavor, Baja Blast, is celebrating its 20th anniversary. To celebrate, the brand's exclusive Baja Blast Gelato made its…

Papa Johns extends partnership with PepsiCo

September 4, 2024

Papa John's International Inc. has selected PepsiCo has its exclusive beverage supplier for restaurants in North America as part of a 10-year contract renewal…

How old-school relationship building fuels catering sales

by Terry Matthews — Managing Partner, Off Premises Growth Academy

Until the AI overlords take over, our economy is still driven by human people making human decisions. The catering opportunity not only wants but relies on a…

Krispy Krunchy Chicken offers $4 meal deal

September 3, 2024

September is National Chicken Month, and Krispy Krunchy Chicken is celebrating with a value that can't be beat! The popular fast-food chain is offering its…

Graeter's scoops up support for pediatric cancer research in annual campaign

September 3, 2024

Graeter's Ice Cream, a family-owned company with a 154-year history, is partnering with The Cure Starts Now for the 16th consecutive year to raise funds for…

Slim Chickens CEO gives insight into brand's successes

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Tom Gordon is CEO of Slim Chickens, a fast casual chicken brand with more than 280 units.

Leveraging Delivery Data to Nurture Sales and Growth

Staying ahead of the competition requires more than just great food and excellent service. It demands a deep understanding of your business operations and…

3 Ways to Boost Customer Experiences with Technology

Delivering exceptional customer experiences isn't just a goal — it's the key to thriving in a competitive landscape. Technology plays a pivotal role in…

5 Ways To Convert One-Time Guests into Repeat Customers

In the dynamic world of restaurant ownership, leveraging technology is pivotal to fostering customer loyalty and driving repeat business. Here are five…

How to Leverage POS Data to Enhance Customer Engagement

Your POS system is more than just a tool for processing transactions. It serves as a powerful source of insights that can inform your marketing strategies and…