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 Coffee offers a proven franchise structure with strategic corporate support.

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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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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. Moe's Franchise Transfer Complete. The revenue-based incentives come from a combination of reduced royalties and initial franchise fees. Nathan's Teams with Kitopi.

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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. Hardee’s filed a counterclaim against a big franchisee that is the only one in the system to close most of its restaurants at 2 p.m. Starbucks’ latest gambit to improve operations?

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 18, 2025

Bubbakoo’s started franchising in 2015, and the chain has grown into 15 states, mostly on the East Coast and Midwest. News acquisitions franchising Lisa Jennings is a veteran restaurant industry reporter and editor who covers the fast-casual sector, independent restaurants and emerging chain concepts. By Lisa Jennings on Jun.

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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. Sign up here.

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 6, 2025

Premium Financing Franchising may put some restaurant chains at a disadvantage The Bottom Line: In the Applebee’s-Chili’s battle, it’s difficult to overlook the impact of the chains’ different business models on their ultimate results. Have consumers moved on?

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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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Restaurant Business

JUNE 11, 2025

They specialize in breakfast staples, homestyle favorites and homey atmospheres—Perkins largely in the Midwest and East Coast and Huddle House in the South. The Atlanta-based company is hoping that more modern food and restaurants will help its brands break through with younger consumers. But they have receded over the years.

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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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Restaurant Business

JUNE 5, 2025

I am proud of the progress we have made to date for the business and as a leadership team,” Tick said in a statement Thursday. “I Read our story about BJs comeback efforts here.) “I

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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. The c-store chain is also selling any variety of Red Bull for three for $8, for a limited time. With more than 13,000 stores in the U.S.

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 17, 2025

All are company owned and there are no plans to franchise. The three-unit chain has two more under construction in the Tampa Bay area, and another five to seven are planned in 2026, reaching the Orlando market. At Greenlane, there’s no dine-in service. Salads are 48 ounces, which is a hefty portion. Photo courtesy of Greenlane.

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 12, 2025

Premium Emerging Brands Pepper Lunch carves a niche in the Panda Express-dominated world of Asian fast casual The Japan-born franchise brand has 540 units globally, but only nine in the U.S. It’s a unique spin on Southern comfort. CEO Troy Hooper expects to see 20 to 25 open across the country in the next 12 months.

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 5, 2025

Premium Food Nick the Greeks Mediterranean Steak Bowl has a fine-dining pedigree Behind the Menu: New executive chef Luis Moreno is elevating the menu without complicating operations for the fast casual’s franchisees, starting with a bowl that pushes the boundaries of flavor.

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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

JUNE 27, 2024

At Donatos Pizza, our commitment to quality and community makes our pizza special, and being a part of that has been incredibly fulfilling." Donatos and its franchise partners operate 178 traditional restaurants in Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, Virginia, South Carolina, Alabama, Tennessee, Georgia, Pennsylvania, Florida and Oklahoma.

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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

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

AUGUST 5, 2020

“This alignment, along with TouchBistro’s global market leadership and powerhouse team of restaurant industry veterans, represents a great opportunity to get the proprietary capabilities we’ve built into our guest retention solution into the hands of significantly more restaurants.” ” Tyga Bites Launches.

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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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7 Shifts

JANUARY 31, 2024

Some restaurant managers work directly with the chef to plan menu item selection or daily specials. Marketing & advertising It's your job to ensure the restaurant's seats are full, especially if you're not part of a massive franchise that benefits from corporate advertising.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 17, 2020

Showcase Ads gives national and multi-location regional businesses an effective way to promote their special or limited-time offers to high-intent consumers on Yelp. ” Prior to joining Aramark, Birdwell held leadership roles with Hilton, Marriott and Wyndham Hotels. Showcase Ads : ?Showcase Mittleman Promoted at Aramark.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 24, 2020

Starting in July, Visa street teams will visit merchants to provide “back to business” kits with new point-of-sale materials, branding, educational resources and special offers. The program will kick off in the 50 largest U.S. cities and expand globally to 15 countries including Singapore, Italy, and South Africa.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 14, 2020

“Collectively, my leadership team has chosen to fight, and we want our franchisees to fight as well. Fill out the form at the bottom of the page to submit your company’s special offer or supportive message for publishing on our site at no charge. We are going to fight like our lives and our businesses depend on it.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 28, 2020

Zagat Stories was created and is produced in-house by Zagat under the leadership of CEO Chris Stang, Zagat Editor-in-Chief, Hillary Reinsberg, Zagat Stories Editor Chris Mohney, who recently joined the company after past editorial leadership positions at Serious Eats, Culture Trip, and Tumblr, and Zagat Creative Director Nick Bilardello.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 13, 2019

On special appeal, the Board vacated the judge’s order, and remanded the case to the judge with instructions to approve the settlement agreements. We are grateful for his leadership as we brought these businesses together to create a global champion in the restaurant and hospitality software industry.” ” Caption.

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7 Shifts

MAY 1, 2023

Ellesse Piper is the Operations Manager at 7 Leaves Cafe , a QSR franchise with 40+ locations in 4 states. Make compensation clear Since Roots' leadership team realizes that some people are happy to stay where they are, their compensation structure recognizes tenure. But throwing bodies at the problem doesn't solve it.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 11, 2019

“New Orleans is a special place with a very distinct culinary identity,” said Scott Socha, interim president for Delaware North’s travel division. The company’s 300 total airport outlets include more than 200 brands — a mix of award-winning proprietary concepts, local and national partnerships and franchises.

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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. On Point With Off-Premise.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 29, 2019

“He brings strong leadership to our deep bench of experts in this industry. ” Hoffmann comes to A&G after serving as Vice President of the Franchise Finance Group at CIT Bank in Chicago. at Treats Food Hall today for a special ribbon-cutting ceremony. headquartered A&G. in Chicago. "At Chicken Guy!

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 27, 2019

“This acquisition is another demonstration of our strategy to acquire new companies to enhance product capabilities and extend our leadership in the vertical industries we serve,” said NCR President and Chief Executive Officer Michael D. NCR purchased Zynstra for approximately 100 Million British Pound Sterling.

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The Restaurant Times

MARCH 7, 2021

Kate Cole joined as the president of Focus Brands’ subsidiary, Cinnabon, an American chain of retail bakeries specializing in cinnamon buns in 2010. She led the turnaround of the franchise business and turned it into a $1 billion global brand. Kat Cole, Former COO & President, Focus Brands. increase in same-store sales.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 24, 2020

Dog Haus currently has more than 50 locations open nationwide, including 30 traditional restaurants and 20 special sites, with 10+ locations in development. ’s unmatched scale and strengths in franchising, purchasing and brand-building.” Bacardi and Tito's Give Back. ” Yum! Being part of Yum!

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7 Shifts

JANUARY 31, 2024

Some restaurant managers work directly with the chef to plan menu item selection or daily specials. Marketing & advertising It's your job to ensure the restaurant's seats are full, especially if you're not part of a massive franchise that benefits from corporate advertising.

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Foodable

JANUARY 27, 2021

FAST Acquisition Group is a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) servicing the restaurant industry. Grant quickly rose in rank in the company, eventually becoming a managing partner and chief operating officer at the franchise. For Grant, diversity has been key—diversity in staff, experiences, and industry sectors. “If

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

A lot of places are also offering dine-in only specials or dishes that can only be ordered in-house. In order to compete, restaurant brands need to be equipped with the leadership and capabilities necessary to adapt to the latest tech trends. Over the next decade, we’ll see a lot of new and experimental responses to this problem.

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