Happy Together: The Operator-Dealer Relationship Playbook
Solid operator-dealer relationships, like strong marriages, don’t happen overnight. They’re nurtured and forged over time.
Read MoreSweetgreen to Acquire Automation Tech Company
Sweetgreen and Spyce, though opposite in the flavor profiles their names suggest, have a few things in common—and now they are blending as one.
Read MoreFuddruckers’ Parent Company Agrees to $18.5M Sale of Burger Chain
Black Titan Franchise Systems—a newly formed affiliate of Fuddruckers franchisee Nicholas Perkins—will achieve master ownership of the Fuddruckers brand.
Read More86 Repairs’ Report Highlights Trends in Maintenance Costs, Needs
In 2020, the average preventative maintenance cost for a restaurant operator ranged from $516.22 for electrical repairs to $906.47 for plumbing repairs, according to 86 Repairs.
Read MoreGhost Kitchen Franchise Aims to Bring Dickey’s Brands to 100+ New Locations
The barbecue chain, which also offers two virtual brands, has teamed up with ghost kitchen franchise Combo Kitchen.
Read MoreLatest Restaurant Sales Data Sends Mixed Signals
Restaurant sales lost steam in the first week of June, Black Box Intelligence reports, but data for the full month of May paints a more positive picture.
Read MoreStarbucks to Elevate Trio of Execs to New Roles
Starbucks announced the promotions of John Culver, Michael Conway and Michelle Burns.
Read MoreShake Shack Appoints Longtime Goldman Sachs Analyst as CFO
Katherine Fogertey starts today, June 14, as the new chief financial officer of Shake Shack.
Read MoreWyoming Taco Lovers Have Something to Look Forward to
A Texas-based, fast-casual taco chain recently announced plans to enter its 18th state: Wyoming.
Read MoreA Seat at the Table—How, Why Restaurants Should Join Social Justice Efforts
Restaurants, though largely relied upon to satiate appetites, are not without their unique underlying identities—and customers are increasingly conscious of aligning themselves with brands that reflect their own personal values.
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