Krispy Kreme names new chief marketing officer

September 15, 2010

Dwayne Chambers has been named senior vice president and chief marketing officer of Krispy Kreme Doughnuts, Inc. He will assume the role on Sept. 27, leading…

White Castle testing new concepts

September 9, 2010

The "Slider" has made room on the plate for noodles, sandwiches and barbecue. Columbus, Ohio-based White Castle is currently testing three new concepts…

Evaluating the necessity of self-service technology

Critics put down self-service in the QSR and fast casual segments, but those who have adopted self-service are finding success.

Burger King appoints post-sale CEO

September 8, 2010

Bernardo Hees has been named chief executive officer of Burger King Holdings, Inc. upon the completion of the company's sale to 3G Capital last week.

Burger King investor files suit over sale

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September 7, 2010

A Burger King Holdings, Inc. investor has filed a lawsuit claiming some members of the board of directors of BK were in breach of fiduciary duty stemming from…

Food Innovation Lessons from Droid Cell Phone Manufacturer

by Darrel Suderman — President, Food Technical Consulting

Taking risks and being humble enough to ask others for help pays off.

Franchise group buys 16 Taco Bell units in Florida

September 2, 2010

Bravo Food Group, LLC, a Michigan-based franchise group, has purchased 16 Taco Bell restaurants in the Central Florida area with plans to renovate and reopen.

Church's Chicken names new president of U.S. operations

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September 1, 2010

Church's Chicken today introduced John F. Bowie as new president of U.S. operations. Bowie will be in charge of overseeing all company and franchise operations…

Will Burger King go private?

August 31, 2010

A possible sale could be made for the country’s No. 2 burger chain. According to Reuters, Burger King Holdings Inc. has held talks with private-equity firms…

Sonic announces new board membership

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August 30, 2010

Sonic Corp. has announced that Jeffrey Schutz, managing director of Centennial Ventures, a venture capital firm, has been named to the Board of Directors.

Church’s Chicken appoints new board member

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August 30, 2010

Church’s Chicken announced today the appointment of the company’s newest board member, Louie W. Mele.

Burger King recognized for diversity

August 29, 2010

Black Enterprise magazine listed Burger King Corp. as one of its "40 Best Companies for Diversity" in its sixth annual Diversity Report.

Dunkin' Donuts experiences growth spurt

August 25, 2010

Americans seem to really be craving their donuts and coffee this year. So far this year, Dunkin' Donuts has opened 338 new locations worldwide, with 75 of…

Church's Chicken renews supply chain platform

August 24, 2010

Church's Chicken has renewed its relationship with ArrowStream, a provider of supply chain management platforms and logistics services.

Carl's Jr. taps new PAR EverServ for POS solution

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Carl’s Jr. has implemented a POS solution featuring PAR EverServ QSR software, running on PAR EverServ 6000 terminals.

McDonald's creates new global chief brand officer position

August 23, 2010

Steve Easterbrook has been named executive vice president and global chief brand officer of McDonald's Corp. He is currently president and CEO of McDonald's…

Captain D's appoints new CEO

August 23, 2010

Philip Greifeld has been named CEO of Captain D's Seafood Kitchen, effective Sept. 13.

Dunkin' Donuts alum expands Checkers Drive-Ins

August 23, 2010

Five new Checkers Drive-In Restaurants are planned for Connecticut after an agreement was signed with Kerrim Jivani, a former Dunkin' Donuts and Baskin-Robbins…

Arby's reviewing advertising plan

August 22, 2010

Arby's Restaurant Group, Inc. has parted ways with Merkley + Partners after six years. The company announced today it is reviewing its national agency of…

Most Toilets Flush in E Flat

by Paul Mcginnis — Vice President, Marketing, Ecolab Food Safety Specialties

This was the statement my son greeted me with as I came home from work one Friday afternoon. Most dads would expect a familiar word like “Hello” or the ever…