Highlights: Restaurant Franchising & Innovation Summit 2023

This past March, restaurant industry leaders gathered in Miami for the 7th annual Restaurant Franchising & Innovation Summit.

Subway partners with 100 Thieves gaming brand

May 15, 2023

Subway has become the official sandwich of 100 Thieves, a lifestyle brand and gaming organization, according to a press release.

Cinnaholic on a roll to bring joy of signature sweets to the world

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Cinnaholic has more than 87 units. The signature roll brand is far from the typical sweet snack. It offers a completely customizable menu of rolls and desserts…

Spider-Man gets his own Whopper

May 12, 2023

Fans eagerly anticipating the "Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse" film, arriving June 2, can celebrate early with a specially-created Burger King Whopper…

WOWorks, Shipley Do-Nuts, Noodles & Company execs say loyalty programs a must-have

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Panelists Blake Johnson, VP of marketing for Craveworthy Brands, Donna Josephson, CMO of Shiply Do-Nuts, Mark Kreiner, VP of marketing for WOWorks and Stacy…

KFC giving away nuggets for Mother's Day

May 5, 2023

KFC is giving away free nuggets as part of the KFC Nuggets of Appreciation meal, according to a press release.

Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard selects SOCi for marketing

May 4, 2023

Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard has chosen SOCi for its marketing platform. The brand will utilize SOCi Listings, SOCi Social and SOCi Reviews.

Golden Chick kicks off Texas Rangers partnership with logo shirts

April 26, 2023

Texas-based Golden Chick is taking its partnership with the Texas Rangers a set further by celebrating the release of the Rangers 2023 Nike City Connect…

How A Growing Chicken Concept is Driving Results Through a World-Class Customer Experience

Networld Media Group joins Revel Chief Strategy Officer Chris Lybeer and PDQ Chief Operating Officer Eric Knott as they explore using technology as an…

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Nathan’s Famous taps Nextbite for delivery-only menu strategy

April 21, 2023

Nathan's Famous is putting its hot dogs, burgers and crinkle cut fries on a delivery-only menu via Nextbite's network of restaurant partners.

Tacos 4 Life heading to college

April 20, 2023

Tacos 4 Life will soon be serving students at Ouachita Baptist University and Southern Arkansas University.

Halo Burger awards scholarship, celebrates 100 years

April 18, 2023

Halo Burger has named the winner of its billboard design contest and is also celebrating 100 years of serving the Flint, Michigan area.

BurgerFi, TASK execs discuss cooking up customer loyalty with digital innovation

by Daniel Brown — Editor, Networld Media Group

At the Restaurant Franchising and Innovation Summit in Miami hosted by Networld Media Group, industry thought leaders shared strategies for success and growth…

NASCAR driver Bubba Wallace meets fans at Tennessee McDonald's

April 10, 2023

NASCAR driver Bubba Wallace worked the drive-thru and met fans at a McDonald's in Blountville, Tennessee on April 8, according to a WCYB report.

Pizza Hut releases bucket hat resembling red roof, lampshades

April 5, 2023

Pizza Hut and culinary collective Chain have created a Hut Hat that brings together two of the brand's iconic aspects – the red roof and lampshades. The bucket…

Whataburger offers Princess cruise to celebrate revamped rewards program

April 5, 2023

Whataburger has recently revamped its rewards program, and to celebrate, it's giving away a Princess promotional card toward a cruise for up to four people…

Wendy's Canada announces 'We Keep It Fresh' campaign

April 4, 2023

Wendy's Canada has announced a new campaign: "We Keep It Fresh." The catchphrase is inspired by Wendy's long-standing commitment to fresh-made, quality food…

FAT Brands launches charitable foundation

March 23, 2023

FAT Brands Inc., a franchising company that owns over a dozen concepts including Fatburger and Round Table Pizza, has launched a charitable organization called…

Qu Releases 4th Annual State of Digital Report for Quick Service & Fast Casual Restaurants

The top findings in the report center around 8 key trends enterprise brands can expect to see in the next 12-24 months—including investment priorities, top…

Paytronix, mParticle team on data integration

March 21, 2023

Guest engagement provider Paytronix and mParticle, a customer data platform, are partnering on an initiative that will let brands connect data from Paytronix…