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Downturn Dining Trends: Loyalty, Value, and Menu Innovation Are Key for Survival

Modern Restaurant Management

Following up with Attest, Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine secured further insights from Sam Killip, VP of Customer Success. With more than 30 percent of consumers using them to manage dining costs, loyalty programs are a great opportunity for restaurant managers. How can restaurants build successful loyalty efforts?

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2025 Restaurant Design Trends: Elevating Guest Experiences with Innovation and Flexibility

Modern Restaurant Management

Innovative lighting that shifts from day to night and elevated barstool comfort are just a few examples. Operators are rethinking bar design to maximize its versatility—creating spaces that work equally well for solo diners, couples and groups to accommodate different ages and other demographics.

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2025 Restaurant Outlook: A Recipe for Success with Risk Management

Modern Restaurant Management

However, new uncertainties—from economic pressures to labor shortages—underline the importance of robust risk management strategies as the linchpin for future success. Considering the inflationary and labor strains, proactive risk management and operational adjustments will be crucial to sustaining profitability in the year ahead.

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Are You a Manager or Leader? Here’s How to Tell and Why It Matters

Modern Restaurant Management

Leadership and management are terms often used interchangeably, but they’re far from the same. While managers excel at planning, organizing, and maintaining day-to-day stability, leaders inspire, innovate, and challenge the status quo to drive change. However, long-term growth requires more than operational expertise.

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How to Navigate Revenue and Expense Management: Competitive Insights for Financial Success

Speaker: Hilary Akhaabi, PhD - Founder, Chief Financial & Operations Officer at Go Africa Global

This exclusive webinar with leading expert Hilary Akhaabi, PhD, will teach you practical ways to navigate complex financial landscapes and enhance your company's revenue management capabilities. Whether you're aiming to refine your financial strategies or seeking innovative solutions to drive performance, this new session is for you!

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Gen Z Wants More Than Good Food — Here’s How to Keep Them Coming Back

Modern Restaurant Management

To successfully engage this influential consumer group, restaurants can no longer rely solely on brand recognition; they must adopt innovative strategies that align with Gen Z’s preferences. Below are five key approaches we at Groucho’s Deli have successfully implemented to attract and retain Gen Z customers.

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How a Creative Cocktail Program with a Beer and Wine License Can Help Your New Restaurant Succeed

Modern Restaurant Management

Renewals, inspections, and compliance costs add even more overhead, making it difficult for new restaurants to manage these expenses. These licenses allow restaurants to serve beer, wine, and wine-based liquors, offering opportunities for innovation without the financial burden of full-service licenses.

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Best Practices to Streamline Compensation Management: A Foundation for Growth

Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson

Payroll optimization can be one of the most time-consuming and complex factors of small business management. Yet, organizations that crack the code on streamlining employee compensation often discover innovative avenues for growth. Don’t miss this exclusive session - register today to save your seat!