Brazilian concept TAP wins The Perfect Pitch contest at the Fast Casual Executive Summit 2025
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Eight fledgling brands competed in the event, billed as a nicer version of "Shark Tank."
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Reality star Karlie Redd talks good food, service, location at Fast Casual Executive Summit
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Love and Hip Hop Atlanta star Karlie Kloss shared brand success insight with attendees at the Fast Casual Executive Summit in Austin, Texas, on Sunday.
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YOLO to Solo: 5 things your restaurant guests want
by Jill Griep — Account Director, Bernstein Rein
The dining landscape is shifting fast, and today's guests are bringing new expectations with them every time they walk through the door. It's no longer just…
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BRIX Holdings CEO shares vision for multi-brand growth, digital transformation
BRIX Holdings CEO Sherif Mityas joins Fast Casual Nation hosts Paul Barron and Cherryh Cansler to discuss managing eight restaurant brands including Friendly's, Red Mango and Orange Leaf.
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Labor Forecasting 2.0: Predicting Future Demand and Staffing for Efficient Growth with AI
Labor is your most significant controllable cost—but leveraging labor as a growth driver is more complex than ever. Enter labor forecasting 2.0: an AI-driven approach that helps multi-location units match staffing to real-world demand, while optimizing schedules for labor compliance, operations efficiency, and sales.
Using AI to increase restaurant revenue by improving customer satisfaction and operational efficiency
Guests want faster service, personalized interactions, and consistent experiences—across every location and every channel. Restaurants that meet these demands see higher ratings, more repeat visits, and stronger revenue growth. Discover how leading restaurants are using AI to increase satisfaction, streamline operations, and grow repeat visits.
2025 Fast Casual Top 100 Movers & Shakers
This year, the exceptional caliber of leadership across the industry led to a slight adjustment in our numbers—we were compelled to recognize 100 brands and 25 executives instead of our usual 75- 25 split. We also added an extra executive, a testament to the fierce competition and outstanding contributions within the fast-casual arena.
