Restaurant Business

JUNE 6, 2025

It caps a meteoric rise for the fast-casual chicken chain, which launched as a popup in a Los Angeles parking lot in 2017 and opened its first "real" restaurant a year later. Daves Hot Chicken was sold to Roark Capital in a deal valued at $1 billion. The chain had 245 units and systemwide sales of nearly $617 million as of last year.

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 5, 2025

In 2017, he was arrested in Chicago on charges of assaulting his ex-wife and a business partner, according to Eater Chicago. He was arrested on Monday, according to The Palm Beach Post, and is accused of repeatedly punching and kicking the woman, leaving her with two black eyes, swelling and bruising on her face.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 12, 2019

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. Tropical Smoothie Cafe signed two multi-unit franchise agreements to develop 38 new cafes across the state of Colorado, including a 27-unit deal and an 11-unit deal. . "My

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 1, 2019

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. Coolgreens just turned 10 and is looking towards its future: the company has a goal of opening a total of 150 corporate and franchise locations within the next five years.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. Leading the Tampa expansion are Tammy and Brad Cochran of Tampa Bay CSC, multi-unit Chicken Salad Chick franchise owners. ” The Dolly Llama Looking to Franchising.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 14, 2019

Recently celebrating its 25th anniversary, the Minneapolis-based restaurant franchise was founded on Dave Anderson's passion for BBQ. Director, Strategy and Franchise Operations Al Hank about about brand evolution, restaurant industry challenges and even, plant-based BBQ. Perseverance, obsessive devotion to making people happy.

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EATER

APRIL 21, 2021

But under Sai’s leadership, Coffee Break now also offers trendy flavored lattes like salted caramel, black sesame, and pistachio. He eventually hopes to franchise the concept and turn Ashes Burnnit into a nationwide chain. People always talk about fast-food chains like McDonald’s, Kentucky Fried Chicken, Burger King,” he says. “We

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 9, 2020

Founded in 1969, The Habit Burger Grill operates nearly 300 company-owned and franchised restaurants across the United States and in China. ’s unmatched scale and strengths in franchising, purchasing and brand-building.” Brands’ global scale, resources and franchising capabilities. ” Chasing DoorDash.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 5, 2019

Kempczinski was one of key hires during this period, joining McDonald's in September 2015 as executive vice president of strategy, business development & innovation following leadership positions at Kraft and Pepsi. in January 2017. He has the right mix of skills and experience to lead us forward having run our U.S.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 15, 2020

Single restaurant proprietors and large franchise chains alike utilize SALIDO’s enterprise-level solution to revamp traditional and outdated operational systems. Founding committee members include: Bleu Adams, IndigeHub, and JBF Women’s Entrepreneurial Leadership Program Fellow.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

For five years, these independent businesses, many of which are single-unit franchises, have faced serious threats of regulatory non-compliance and legal action that have restricted capital investment and stifled growth and job creation. ” Chairman Ring was joined by Board Members Marvin E. It employs over 300 people.

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The Restaurant Times

MARCH 7, 2021

She led the turnaround of the franchise business and turned it into a $1 billion global brand. Cole was named chief operating officer and president of North America for Focus Brands in 2017. She played a significant role in acquiring the master franchise for the California-based burger giant. increase in same-store sales.

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Perfect Daily Grind

DECEMBER 16, 2022

The store will be operated by franchise partner Legardére Travel Retail, which already manages around 200 Costa Coffee stores in the Czech Republic, Latvia, and Poland. Wed, 16 Nov – The Barista Guild announces candidates for 2022 Leadership Council Election. Costa Coffee to open first Austrian store at Vienna Airport in early 2023.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 16, 2019

It has the potential to set new standards for service and operations at our franchise restaurants.” “He will also bring a track record of customer-centered leadership to our three products: Total Oil Management, AutoMist™-the automated hood and flue cleaning system, and our disposable grease filters, Grease Lock.”

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 11, 2020

. "Understanding that cash flow is a major issue for most independent restaurateurs we removed that obstacle by allowing our customers to get started from just $249 rather than the tens or hundreds of thousands it costs to launch most restaurants or buy a franchise." " The TWO HENS monthly license fee is $249.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 11, 2021

MRM Franchise Feed features news about the restaurant franchise and MUFSO landscape. 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. Dunkin' Explores New Opportunities.

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The Restaurant Times

MAY 26, 2023

Dan Mesches brings a wealth of restaurant experience to his role as President and CEO of Sprinkles, which he has held since early 2017. This encounter sparked a love for the brand, which eventually led him to join the company, co-founded by Candace and Charles Nelson in 2005, as CEO and president in 2017.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 20, 2019

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. CPK Brings on Franchise Veteran. Send news to Barbara Castiglia at bcastiglia@modernrestaurantmanagement.com. Giorgio Minardi. ” Rex's Ready to Grow.

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Aaron Allen & Associates

AUGUST 24, 2022

Are You Looking for a Pizza Franchise? If you’re interested in buying the best pizza franchise for your market, we would love to get in touch. In 2017, Domino’s became the first and only national pizza delivery chain to offer points to its loyalty members no matter how they order, whether via the website, phone, or in stores.

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The Restaurant Times

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

He was voted “World’s Best Restaurant Partner” by the Global Restaurant leadership conference in 2017 /18. . Alshaya was mainly a franchise brand, so we had Cheesecake Factory, Raising Canes, and a Shake Shack. He joined the Riyadh-based Alfa Co. at the beginning of 2019.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Sandy is a graduate of Walsh College with a Bachelor’s of Accountancy and accomplished the designation of Certified Scrum Master in 2017. Bill formally served on the Great Lakes Franchise Association Board, Del Taco’s Franchise Marketing Advisory Council and the Finance Excellence Advisory Council for Burger King.

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Perfect Daily Grind

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

The event will feature a number of renowned coffee professionals such as founder of Mayorga Coffee, Martin Mayorga, 2017 World Barista Champion, Dale Harris, Chief Operating Officer at Ally Coffee, Ricardo Pereira, and Vice President of Trading Commodities at StoneX, Albert Scalla. Wed, 9 Nov – Jollibee Foods Corp.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

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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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

MRM's Franchise Feed provides the latest news in restaurant and MUFSO franchising. “Our mission is to be the premier franchise operator in each of our six brands, and our tremendous AAG team, led by my colleague and long-time partner Dan Krebsbach, absolutely embodies the operational excellence we aspire to.

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7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

The QSR franchise started in Seattle and serves up Asian-inspired bowls and appetizers. The most notorious is Mario Batali of Food Network fame, who had numerous sexual harassment allegations made against him in 2017. Put women in leadership roles. Set and enforce sexual harassment policies. more per hour than women.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

MRM Franchise Feed contains the latest news in restaurant franchising. Prior to Anuga, Nathan’s Famous will also attend Franchise Expo Paris from September 26-29 (Stand: V85) and the International Franchise Show London, October 1-2 (Stand: US09). White Castle Salutes Long-Term Employees. ” The Roadhouse Way.

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