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I’m Shillin’ It

EATER

The six-time NBA champion became one of the most marketed sports figures in history — starring in nearly 100 commercials by 2003 — with product deals ranging from his eponymous Air Jordan at Nike to Gatorade. Balvin meal in October 2020 with a planned merchandise line pairing that was canceled and refunded due to production challenges.

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MRM Franchise Feed: Sandwiches Up North and Taco John’s Gets Aggressive

Modern Restaurant Management

There is much work to do, but I am eager to build on the company’s recent momentum and set out on this exciting journey alongside Checkers & Rally’s passionate employees and talented franchisees.” Hackbardt’s experience also includes four years (1999-2003) leading marketing for Del Taco.

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