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October 21, 2020

VNEXT Helps IFED Reach Record Numbers

Virtual conferencing platform helps distributor association connect with participants.

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October 20, 2020

Qdoba Welcomes New Franchise Development Chief

Peter Ortiz brings 30 years of experience to the role,.

Wendy's announced the appointment of Kevin Vasconi as chief information officer, effective today. He will report to president and CEO Todd Penegor and serve on Wendy's senior leadership team. Prior to joining Wendy's, Vasconi served as executive vice president, chief information officer at Domino's Pizza, Inc. Emphasis on technology innovation helped Domino's achieve more than half of all global retail sales in 2019 from digital channels, primarily online ordering and mobile applications. In the U.S. in 2019, Domino's generated over 65% of sales via digital channels. At Wendy's, Kevin will assume responsibility for all aspects of Wendy's global technology efforts, including Consumer-facing Digital, restaurant technology, enterprise architecture and technology, and information security. "Digital technology is a critical growth driver for Wendy's today and will be in the future," said President and CEO Todd Penegor. "Kevin Vasconi is an ideal leader to join our organization and help us advance to the next level. We are confident that his industry-leading experience will help to accelerate the growth we have already seen across technology channels in 2020, and he will lead a talented and well-resourced team focused on the substantial opportunities we see across the globe." "It's incredibly exciting to join The Wendy's Company in this next chapter of my career," said Vasconi. "The great potential for technology transformation at Wendy's, combined with the brand's 50-year heritage for quality and innovation tell me that the future is bright at Wendy's
October 19, 2020

Former Domino’s CIO Joins Wendy’s

Burger chain says Kevin Vasconi will oversee restaurant technology, and consumer-facing digital tech.

October 16, 2020

Rational Opens Large Distribution Facility Near L.A.

New warehouse will allow it to reach West Coast customers in as little as one day, says oven maker.

October 16, 2020

Former Burger King Honcho Joins BurgerFi

Growing burger chain enlists industry veteran with long track record of franchise development

October 15, 2020

Middleby Appoints New President for Jade Range and Beech Ovens

Alexander Poulos will oversee operations, engineering, sales and marketing for the brands.

October 12, 2020

New Leaders at Kitchen United

Promotions announced at fast-growing ghost kitchen operation.

October 8, 2020

Chicago Names Winning Designs in Winter Dining Challenge

Heated tables, dining "cabins" could help restaurants combat COVID.

October 7, 2020

Ruby Tuesday Is the Latest Chain To File for Chapter 11

The chain plans to close 185 stores as part of restructuring plan.

October 7, 2020

Elkay Announces New CFO

Bryan English moves into role following John Pendergast's retirement announcement.

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