Stop relying on hope: Marketing blueprints from Ziggi's Coffee, Lee's Chicken, Pita Pit, Budget Branders
by Amy Sorter — Writer and Editor, Connect Media
Panelists provide marketing insights ahead of FastCasual's upcoming "Restaurant Marketing Workshop" on June 2-3 in Boston.
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Part 1: Cool technologies at the NRA Show 2026
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media
Editor Mandy Wolf Detwiler spent time in the tech pavilion at the National Restaurant Association Show.
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Built to Breakthrough: Make your brand stand out by being outstanding
by Kathleen Wood — Founder, K. Wood Partners
This installment of the Built to Breakthrough series explains that building a clear, consistent brand with a strong unique strategic position (USP) is essential for standing out in a crowded market and competing on value rather than price.
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Matternet raises $33M, goes public to expand restaurant drone delivery
Matternet, an autonomous aerial logistics technology company, has raised $33 million in an oversubscribed private placement offering. Concurrent with the…
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How PLNT Burger, Konala are out-conveniencing fast food
In this episode of Fast Casual Nation, host Paul Barron sits down with Chris Treloar, CEO of PLNT Burger, and Trace Miller, founder of Konala Protein Bowls, to break down what health-forward fast casual actually looks like in 2025 and beyond.
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AI and the Future of Restaurants: From Foot Traffic to Predictive Insight
In this discussion, Azira’s CEO, Gladys Kong, will explore how AI-powered analytics and mobile location data are transforming the way restaurant brands approach site selection, marketing, and strategic decision-making.
Star Micronics labels aid in customer retention, loyalty
Labels are one of the easiest ways for order accuracy.
2026 Fast Casual Top 100 Movers & Shakers
Welcome to the 2026 edition of the Fast Casual Top 100 Movers & Shakers. Each year, this report serves as a pulse check for the industry, celebrating the brands and leaders who aren’t just keeping pace with the market—they are redefining it.
