Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

MRM's Franchise Feed features news on the restaurant franchise and MUFSO landscape. The group plans to grow both Ike’s and Bangin’ Buns through franchising starting in 2023. Habit Signs Franchise Development Deal. Wing Zone Refresh. Wing Zone is getting a new look, top photo. It is advancing its U.S.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 10, 2025

Whether scaling a single concept across new locations or managing multiple brands under one roof, the ability to deliver training that scales without becoming generic is mission critical. Tie Training Outcomes to Business Impact Want your leadership team to support deep investment in training? Show them how it moves the needle.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 12, 2020

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. Send news to Barbara Castiglia at bcastiglia@modernrestaurantmanagement.com.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 23, 2023

Franchise brands have many goals in common: enter a new market; attract new franchisees, employees and loyal customers; increase average unit volume (AUV); and accelerate franchise expansion strategies. Why should an entrepreneur consider franchising your concept over others? Let’s talk about how to tell your story.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Operating a restaurant is more than managing a business; it’s about building a vibrant community and fostering a sense of family where every day brings fresh challenges and opportunities. Here are five insights that have shaped my journey and can help any restaurant operator shine: 1.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 3, 2020

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. ” The company already signed nine franchise licenses with three new franchisees. PJ's Hopes to Open 187 Locations Throughout Florida in Next 10 Years.

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Goliath Consulting

FEBRUARY 8, 2025

While their fame provides a strong foundation, its their strategic approach, leadership, and ability to build strong teams that drive their success. He owns several fast-food franchises, including Krispy Kreme and Papa Johns, where he also serves on the board of directors.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 15, 2025

Under his leadership, the brand has doubled its footprint in just six months. Pepper discussed his journey with Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine. What do you look for in franchise partners and how do you support them?

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 17, 2020

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. Curry Up Now will be the first restaurant is L2V’s portfolio and the investment will support the rapid growth and expansion of both corporate and franchised locations. "We

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 22, 2020

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. The new formats come on the heels of a major multi-unit franchise development strategy announced last month that is set to grow the brand to 2,000 units.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 13, 2020

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. ” In October 2019 ICV made a significant investment in JK&T Wings, a leading franchisee of Buffalo Wild Wings, in partnership with management.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 7, 2021

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. Randy’s Donuts began franchising domestically in the summer of 2019. Randy's Donuts Plans Aggressive Expansion. In total, 165 stores are set to open.

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 25, 2025

Copeland, who served previously as senior vice president, business services domain lead at global energy company World Kinect, is tasked with managing the strategic execution of Panera’s three-year growth plan, driving “business model clarity” that the company said will be instrumental as the brand transforms. and Canada. Sign up here.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

He opened the first Ruth’s Chris franchise in 1975 and became one of the company’s largest U.S. Through financial recessions, terrorist attacks, global pandemics, and just the typical challenges we face in the course of daily business, there are many leadership lessons to be learned. franchisees. Get Better.

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 27, 2025

But learning how to make his wife a great bagel ended up creating a business, Jeff’s Bagel Run, which now has 15 locations and is franchising. Wetherill took on about 50% ownership and they launched JBR Franchise Co., to franchise the bagel brand. I made a bagel for my wife, because she asked me to,” he said. They struck a deal.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 10, 2024

In response, the company developed a new initiative aligned with its corporate culture and offering technical flexibility to accommodate individual franchises. In the restaurant industry, an education program should emphasize the development of durable skills such as leadership, communication, and problem-solving.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

The world of food franchising has been a catalyst for pioneering innovations that have had a ripple effect across multiple industries. After all, the McDonald brothers, with the pivotal support of Ray Kroc, changed our approach to franchising altogether. However, most companies’ communication efforts stop there.

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 18, 2025

Thompson Street managing partner Bob Dunn described the 130-unit Bubbakoo’s as an “innovative and compelling brand that resonate with a broad and growing customer base.” Bubbakoo’s started franchising in 2015, and the chain has grown into 15 states, mostly on the East Coast and Midwest. By Lisa Jennings on Jun.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

For franchise restaurant owners who devote their time, resources and effort contributing to the success of their business, the thought of passing the torch to the next owner can be challenging. These are the key components to an effective franchise succession plan: Find a Capable Successor. Manage the Transition.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

In a study conducted by InGage Consulting and Franchise Business Review, franchisees that are engaged in their business are 3.7 Leadership will find that it doesn’t take much time yet has a high ROI in terms of showing their level of commitment and conveying how valued their franchisees are.

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 13, 2025

The fast-food franchisor is asking a federal court to sign off on its decision to terminate Paradigm Investment Group’s franchise agreement. Giving store managers ownership over testing early-stage ideas and sharing the results systemwide. Starbucks’ latest gambit to improve operations? Members help make our journalism possible.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. She has also held leadership roles at Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications, PepsiCo, and Frito-Lay. ” Taco John’s Launches Aggressive Franchising Initiative.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 22, 2024

. "This transaction reflects Subway's long-term growth potential, and the substantial value of our brand and our franchisees around the world," said John Chidsey, CEO of Subway, adding that there are no anticipated changes to the company's leadership team, strategic focus or operating plans.

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 6, 2025

Formerly with Yum Brands, Davenport worked with Pizza Hut for more than nine years, including as managing director for global franchise markets and managing director for the Middle East, Turkey and Africa. As Mooyah’s president, he is tasked with leading the chain into its next stage of franchise growth. and Hardee’s.

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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

JANUARY 25, 2024

For chain and franchise restaurant owners, tackling these issues can be challenging, as owners don’t always have the capability to easily increase pay. Consider that some restaurant employees might be interested in pursuing management opportunities, while others might take an interest in specializing in culinary arts.

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7 Shifts

JANUARY 31, 2024

Managing a restaurant is a delicate routine—if we can even call it a routine. Managers are responsible for nearly every aspect of the restaurant and have to cover a variety of duties. In addition to their main duties, restaurant managers also have to contend with all the unwritten or hidden responsibilities that fall on them.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 12, 2020

Through my 26 years working in franchise development, I have seen first-hand the intrinsic value of the franchise business model. Increased management engagement : It is anticipated that a franchisee-owned location will have greater opportunity to achieve performance goals compared to managers and staff of a corporate-owned unit.

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 17, 2025

All are company owned and there are no plans to franchise. We have found that, by keeping it in each location, we’re able to have the freshest product possible, as well as being able to manage inventory levels and waste accordingly,” said Kern. As the chain grows, a challenge now is managing tariff inflation on branded packaging.

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 11, 2025

All photos courtesy of Ascent Hospitality Management A pair of legacy family-dining brands are out to prove that age is only a number. The of-the-moment menu updates are part of sweeping rebrands at the two chains under owner Ascent Hospitality Management. By Joe Guszkowski on Jun. Members help make our journalism possible.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 4, 2024

My first KFC franchise burned to the ground. Make Training Your Bedrock We developed strict training programs to ensure competence among managers and all employees. Every new person coming in, hourly or management, had to undergo a training program of at least six weeks. If you are positive then your team will be positive.

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 6, 2025

News Heather Lalley is the managing editor of Restaurant Business, Foodservice Director and CSP Daily news. Members help make our journalism possible. Become a Restaurant Business member today and unlock exclusive benefits, including unlimited access to all of our content. Sign up here. Have consumers moved on?

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 11, 2025

and Canada, Irving, Texas-based 7-Eleven also operates and franchises Speedway and Stripes stores, as well as Laredo Taco Company and Raise the Roost Chicken and Biscuits restaurants. marketing retail News Heather Lalley is the managing editor of Restaurant Business, Foodservice Director and CSP Daily news. Sign up here.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

And there are a few reasons that having a thorough, structured digital marketing strategy is imperative to the overall success of your restaurant or franchise. Prioritize Building and Managing Your Website There’s a new trend where restaurants are opening locations without creating a website. This isn’t one of those cases.

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Goliath Consulting

JULY 28, 2020

Soft-skills, defined by the Oxford Dictionary as “personal attributes that enable someone to interact effectively and harmoniously with other people”(3), will be more important than ever, and managers with a long-term vision for their restaurant are using this time as an opportunity to build and strengthen their team. Situational Leadership.

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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. To that end, Krystal has engaged The Cypress Group, a specialized investment banking firm, to manage the refranchising initiative. Krystal Eyes Refranchising.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 13, 2021

On this episode of The Main Course , host Barbara Castiglia gets insights from franchise expert, speaker, and author of The Wealthy Franchisee, Scott Greenberg. Greenberg started his career as a professional speaker and leadership coach. A franchise is a scientifically sound experiment. I wanted to define the variables.”

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