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MRM Research Roundup: Mid-April 2020 Edition

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The sharp decline in sales has reached all restaurant dayparts as regular daily routines got upended by the social distancing guidelines. Since then, gift card sales have declined, but online ordering and merchandise sales have both increased steadily: Online orders have increased 50 percent week-over-week for the last three weeks.

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MRM Franchise Feed: Franchising for Heroes and Shaq-a-Roni for Charity

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Since its founding in 2014, the brand has been praised for its natural ability to be showcased on social media. The innovative automat concept is currently looking for experienced franchisees and qualified investors to introduce the concept to major media markets across the country. Veterans and first responders want to work.

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MRM Franchise Feed: Krystal Refranchising and Pieology in China

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What started as a restaurant only serving salads, wraps and desserts in 2009, is now serving a chef-inspired menu of signature salads, wraps, grain bowls, and sandwiches. The company also offers social media and marketing support to help franchise owners realize success. With growth comes evolution.

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Face Pay Network, Restaurant of the Future and The Main Course

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As the NBA’s first partner in the on-demand delivery platform category, DoorDash is launching its #PlayItForward Challenge, a new social media campaign designed to unite communities and encourage fans to support Black-owned restaurants. Merchandise specific to New York City and Times Square to commemorate the experience.

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22 Restaurant Advertising Ideas Driving Guests To Tables In 2022

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Neon signs beg to be photographed and can create a ton of free advertising from excited social media posters. Use your restaurant's interior to upsell to customers, ask people to sign up for your email list, tell customers to follow your restaurant on social media, and more. Run Social Media Contests.

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Inside the Starbucks Collectors Cup Market, Where a Single Tumbler Can Sell for Nearly $2K

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The pandemic and social media have fostered an intense level of commitment from collectors, as well as fraudsters creating fake cups Most people who love Starbucks are in it for the drinks. NICKY1841 /Shutterstock. Spaulding’s first beloved cup retails for $24.95 at Starbucks, but sells for as much as $50 on eBay.

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PPP Flexibility, Free Reopening Resources and HungerForce

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. “Independent restaurants are an invaluable part of our local communities and we are committed to helping these businesses reopen, rebound and thrive,” said Andrew Iacobucci, chief merchandising officer, US Foods. ” Carbon Footprint Labels. ” CleanShield Solutions. ” Davisware and Parts Town Team Up.