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Surprise! Readiness tips for times when bad news lands on your doorstep
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
On any day of the week, any brand in the world can get sucked into the vortex of a negative news event. Read on for tips from a PR veteran and longtime…
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Krystal names former Popeyes VP to chief people officer slot
June 27, 2017
Former Popeyes Vice President Catherine Jefferson has joined Krystal as chief people officer, bringing 20 years of human resources experience to the key role…
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Marco's introduces tuition perk for employees
June 27, 2017
Marco's has added an employee perk that substantially boosts its attractiveness to potential employees, according to a news release.
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Pizza in Chile? Little Caesars says, 'Yes!'
June 26, 2017
Little Caesars is putting their pizza in Chile, where consumers are increasingly demanding "takeaway" brands that offer value per serving.
read nowDunkin' targets travelers with touchdown at Vegas Hard Rock
June 23, 2017
For the truly hip traveling public, Hard Rock hotels and those airport-centric Hudson News shops are part of the everyday scenery. Now Dunkin' Donuts is…
read nowVeteran marketing innovator named CMO at Rita's
June 22, 2017
Italian ice concept, Rita's Franchise Co., has named a new CMO for the 600-unit chain. Industry veteran, Phyllis Savar Levy, who has assumed the role and that…
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New studies show restaurant 'do's and don'ts' of online ordering, delivery
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
As the restaurant industry continues to bask in the big-dollar benefits of online ordering, two new studies shed light on best practices when it comes to…
read nowOf twisted dogs and magical milkshakes: 2 brands 'LTO' up for summer
June 21, 2017
Sonic Drive-In has always been a little different; now its dogs are getting "twisted," too. A news release said that the chain is bringing back pretzel dogs as…
read nowChurch's 'fries' up to Toronto
June 21, 2017
Church's Chicken has taken its fried chicken and biscuits to the Great White North, with this week's opening of the brand's first Canadian location on Lawrence…
read nowFast food customer satisfaction remains unchanged, but high
June 20, 2017
There weren't too many surprises for fast food operators in the latest American Customer Satisfaction Index, a national poll on the quality of an entire range…
read nowCole named Focus Brands president and COO; Damico named Naf Naf CEO
June 20, 2017
Six-chain operator, Focus Brands, has created a new leadership position — president and COO for North America — and named its current global channels group…
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How to avoid disputes in the franchisor-franchisee partnership
by Judy Mottl — Editor: RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com, Connect Media
Attorney Brian Schnell of Faegre Baker Daniels LLP offers up advice and tips on how potential franchise operators and franchisors can sidestep common disputes…
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Chick-fil-A delivers 'true' gluten-free sandwich
June 19, 2017
Chick-fil-A has added a gluten-free bun, now available for all of its sandwiches, in response to the estimated 18 million Americans who want bread free of the…
read nowIrish Beef lassos Tucson Arby's stores
June 15, 2017
Irish Beef, a Dallas-based restaurant management and investment company, has acquired eight Tucson-area Arby’s locations from Cardinal RB Arizona LLC, with…
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Harken restaurateurs: Are you ready for the 'Day of the Dad?'
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
Read on to find out why that fancy cocktail and offbeat entree will do your brand no favors on Father's Day.
read nowFormer Dunkin', Starbucks, Yum exec named Papa Murphy's CEO
June 15, 2017
Weldon Spangler, a former leader with Dunkin' Brands, Starbucks and Yum, has been named CEO of Papa Murphy's, effective July 17, the company announced. Jean…
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McDonald's France intros burger by 'la McFork'
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
McDonald's may be the iconic American brand, but at least in France this month the brand has made a concession to the sensibilities of the oh-so-refined tastes…
read nowA Sonic 'boom'
June 14, 2017
Sonic Drive-in has signed five new agreements for franchise development, mostly in the eastern half of the nation, a news release said. The largely South and…
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Play ball! Make local sports sponsorships work brand magic
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
Sports sponsorships hold big, positive benefits for restaurants at the local level, by connecting with customers in a fun, upbeat and even passionate level.
read nowBuffalo Wild Wings pilots small, delivery centric brand
June 14, 2017
Buffalo Wild Wings is piloting a downsized format brand called B-Dubs Express this summer in Minneapolis to capture some of the increasing sales around…
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