Speaker Spotlight: Jeff Perera, co-founder, vice president, Jeff's Bagel Run
Jeff Perera, co-founder and vice president of Jeff's Bagel Run, shares a look at his career, his achievements and industry trends ahead of his appearance at the Restaurant Franchising & Innovation Summit 2026.
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How top franchise brands turn culture into direct profitability
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Industry leaders will gather at the Restaurant Franchising and Innovation Summit to share actionable strategies for transforming workplace culture and technology into a powerful engine for talent retention and long-term profitability.
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Thriving through uncertainty: the power of resilience in leadership and business
by Jim Knight — Founder & CEO, Knight Speaker
Resilience is the essential "superpower" for navigating modern uncertainty, serving as a developable skill that enables individuals and organizations to transform disruptions into opportunities for growth, innovation, and long-term success.
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Zenzap helps restaurateurs control IP, communication in house
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Zenzap, a communication app for restaurants, can help operators control intellectual properties and notifications.
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.
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25 Fast Casual Brands to Watch in 2026
FastCasual’s sixth annual report, “25 Brands to Watch,” identifies the trailblazers poised to become the next household names. These concepts are not just keeping pace with the industry; they are actively redefining it. Congratulations to the class of 2026!
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.
