7 ways to improve employee work ethic

Eric Chester delivered a keynote on reviving work ethic at this year's Fast Casual Executive Summit.

Food Court Wars returning with focus on local offerings

October 18, 2013

Rouse Properties Inc., a national owner and operator of regional enclosed malls, announced its partnership with One Potato Two Potato, a joint venture…

Franchise, retail organizations call for more compromise as government opens

October 17, 2013

The International Franchise Association and the National Retail Federation both released statements about the resolution to reopen government and lift the debt…

Tim Hortons Cafe & Bake Shop extends breakfast daypart

October 17, 2013

Tim Hortons Cafe & Bake is now serving select breakfast products every day until 5 p.m. at participating U.S. restaurants.

Burger King names new global chief marketing officer

October 17, 2013

Burger King Worldwide Inc. today announced that Axel Schwan will assume the role of executive vice president, Global Chief Marketing Officer, effective Jan. 1.

Dunkin' Donuts expands franchise opportunities in Central California

October 16, 2013

Dunkin' Donuts announced its expansion in California's Central Valley and Central Coast, including Fresno, Bakersfield, Sacramento and Santa Barbara. The…

FCES '13: Carville, Matalin weigh in on D.C.'s gridlock

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

The couple sparred on immigration reform and the regulatory environment, among other topics.

Sun Capital affiliate sells Captain D's amidst turnaround

October 15, 2013

Sun Capital Partners Inc., a private investment firm specializing in leveraged buyouts and investments, today announced that an affiliate has signed an…

Burger King now delivering in Detroit

October 15, 2013

Burger King has expanded its BK Delivers program to the Detroit market. This is BK Delivers' 17th city. The program is also available in Boston; New York…

Taco Bell renews NBA partnership

October 15, 2013

After four seasons as the "Official QSR of the NBA," Taco Bell announced it has renewed its partnership with the league.

National Restaurant Association's DeFife named a top lobbyist

October 14, 2013

The National Restaurant Association's Executive Vice President for Policy and Government Affairs, Scott DeFife, has been named a "2013 Leading Association…

Restaurant industry responds to government shutdown with promos, pleas

October 11, 2013

Pie Five Pizza is the latest restaurant brand to launch a promotion in response to the government shutdown. The fast casual pizza concept is offering free…

Subway franchise group adds legal partnership

October 11, 2013

LegalShield and the North American Association of Subway Franchisees have teamed up to offer LegalShield's small business legal plan to Subway franchisees. The…

Founder's cross-country trip yields 12 new franchisees for French Fry Heaven

October 11, 2013

French Fry Heaven founder and CEO Scott Nelowet recently returned from a cross-country trip in one of his brand's food trucks, where his objective was meeting…

How to protect your restaurant from a fire

Poorly cleaned hoods and ducts account for 21 percent of all restaurant fires.

Taco John's introduces franchise incentive plan to spur growth

October 10, 2013

Taco John's is aiming to increase its footprint throughout the country and has introduced a new incentive plan to spur development. The "Let's Go" program…

McDonald's Germany names new CEO

October 10, 2013

McDonald's Corp. has a new CEO for its Germany system. The chain announced that Holger Beeck, 54, will take over the role at the end of November.

Popeyes' parent company adds Limited Brands' adviser to board

October 10, 2013

AFC Enterprises Inc., parent company of Popeyes restaurants, today announced the appointment of Martyn R. Redgrave to its board of directors.

Free webinar will show restaurateurs how to win at gamification

October 10, 2013

The biggest challenges most companies face with their social media platforms, loyalty programs, mobile apps and websites are low engagement and low conversion…

Yum! Brands CEO: 'Humbled by this year's performance'

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Taco Bell franchisees gear for early 2014 breakfast rollout.