National Taco Day moves thanks to Taco Bell's efforts

September 18, 2024

National Taco Day is moving thanks to efforts by Taco Bell. The day, recognized by the National Day Calendar, has been moved from Friday, Oct. 4 to the first…

Leasecake Named to Entrepreneur’s 2024 Top Franchise Technology Suppliers List

Leasecake is thrilled to announce that we’ve been named to Entrepreneur’s prestigious 2024 list of Top Franchise Suppliers, earning the #6 spot in the Other…

Top 30 Movers & Shakers in Catering 2024

The inaugural Top 30 Movers & Shakers in Catering 2024 list recognizes the leaders and brands reshaping the catering landscape—those taking bold steps to drive…

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Smalls Sliders to drop 12 Cans in Charlotte

September 16, 2024

Smalls Sliders has inked an agreement to add 12 units, dubbed "Cans" by the company, to the Charlotte, North Carolina market with franchisee group BM Sliders…

Fast Casual Executive Summit session to delve into third-party delivery

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

A panel of speakers will discuss third-party delivery at the Fast Casual Executive Summit next month in Denver, Colorado.

5 key training mistakes and how to improve them

by John Meyers — COO, Marco's Pizza

In the fast-paced world of QSRs, where the quality of service can make or break a business, effective team member training is essential. These five training…

Big Dave's Cheesesteaks partners with The Orlando Magic

September 12, 2024

Big Dave's Cheesesteaks has inked a deal with The Orlando Magic. Big Dave's will place their first Orlando location inside the Magic's home, Kia Center…

McDonald's extends $5 Meal Deal into December, launches fall deals

September 12, 2024

McDonald's $5 Meal Deal isn't quite done yet. The Chicago-based burger brand will keep it around into December, according to a corporate announcement.

Marco's Pizza expands Idaho footprint

September 11, 2024

Marco's Pizza has opened a location in Kuna, Idaho, according to a press release.

TailGate Brewery owner talks perfect pizza, beer pairings

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Wesley Keegan, owner of TailGate Brewery, gives insight on how adding pizza to his brewery was the perfect match.

Jack in the Box teams up with No Kid Hungry for Hunger Action Month

September 10, 2024

With 1 in 5 children in America facing hunger daily, Jack in the Box is partnering with No Kid Hungry this September to support families struggling with food…

Little Caesars celebrates 65th anniversary with aggressive expansion

September 10, 2024

Little Caesars is marking its 65th anniversary with a flurry of growth. The company has announced numerous new multi-unit development agreements that will…

Graeter's Ice Cream partners with non-profit for childhood cancer research

September 10, 2024

Graeter's Ice Cream has partnered with The Cure Starts Now to support childhood cancer research. Graeter's will host its annual Cones for The Cure campaign to…

Domino's battles 'shrinkflation' with large upgrade

September 9, 2024

To battle "shrinkflation," Domino's Pizza is allowing customers to upgrade one if its mix or match two or more two-topping pizzas for $6.99 to a large pizza…

5 concepts compete for The Perfect Pitch 2024 title

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

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.

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…

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…

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…