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P.F. Chang’s To Go and Wing Squad Delivers

Modern Restaurant Management

Under Allen’s leadership, this C-suite team has been instrumental in implementing a multi-faceted transformation plan designed to ensure long-term sustainability, enhance brand relevance, accelerate innovation, improve guest satisfaction, increase overall profitability and create a clear growth plan to propel the company forward.

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MRM Franchise Feed: CPK’s Franchise Momentum and Rex’s Rebuilds

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Under Minardi’s leadership, CPK sees significant opportunities to add to the company’s presence in Asia with a focus on Hong Kong, South Korea, Singapore, Japan, and Malaysia. In 2007, it was purchased by David and Camille Rutkauskas. So, when we had the chance to purchase it in 2007, we jumped on the opportunity.”

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MRM Franchise Feed: Opportunity is Barking and the Spirit of BBQ

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She started her career in private wealth management, serving as the Director of Client Relations for an investment advisory firm where she honed her skills for management of client relationships and true servant leadership. ” Wescott sees herself in a leadership support role, and it doesn’t go unnoticed by franchisees.

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MRM Franchise Feed: Non-Traditional Dunkin’ and Boxing-Themed Concept

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Continuing under the leadership of VP of Franchise Development, Shannon Swenson, Dave’s Hot Chicken has expanded its reach across the country with new deals signed in several key markets. Within the past year, Chester’s has also introduced new branded packaging and overhauled its digital menu board design.

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There Is No ‘After’ the Reckoning for Restaurants

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In June 2020, employees of Tatte Bakery, a small bakery chain that opened in Boston in 2007 but now also has locations in Washington, D.C., It says it is committed to providing better benefits and pay for employees, hiring a more diverse workforce, and “addressing the problem of tipping.” But now is far too soon for that.”.

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MRM Franchise Feed: Jeremiah’s Opens 50th During 25th Anniversary, Wahlburgers Wild and Robotic Pizza

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This month, Vitality Bowls also announced the addition of John Mascali to its leadership team. Joining the brand as its newest Chief Operations Officer, Danville, California-based Mascali will now lead national strategies and operational leadership to support café sales and operations. & Canada. & Canada.

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#MeToo, Still

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I worked at the Friedman-owned Spotted Pig between 2006 and 2007, and at the Rusty Knot and the Breslin from 2008 to 2012.) Some employers admit to being more reluctant to hire women because of the potential for sexual harassment allegations. Five years in, there’s a lot that still needs to change.