Blaze Pizza News & Media

Blaze Pizza inks deal for 25 units in Southern California

December 30, 2024

Blaze Pizza has signed a 25-unit expansion agreement with longtime franchisee SoCal Blazers, Inc. led by Reza Medali, Mehdi Khosh, Aaron Khosh and Ryan Khosh.

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Blaze Pizza inks deal targeting Southern California

November 12, 2024

Blaze Pizza has inked a five-unit development deal with Red Phoenix Group LLC, owned b y Ray Luthra and family, to target the Southern California market…

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How restaurants can use data to maximize financial management, performance

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, ATM Marketplace & Food Truck Operator

A panel at the Fast Casual Executive Summit examined how restaurants can use coaching, technology and other tools to maximize coaching, location collaboration…

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Blaze Pizza to expand Idaho footprint

October 18, 2024

Blaze Pizza will open a location in Meridian, Idaho, on Oct. 22. The restaurant is owned and operated by local franchisees Denny, Chase and Drew Wagstaff…

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Blaze Pizza releases 4 menu items, 2 drizzles

August 7, 2024

Blaze Pizza has introduced two new spicy drizzles, Spicy Chili Oil and Sweet Hot Honey, as well as four new products, according to a press release.

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Blaze Pizza to expand into the UAE

August 1, 2024

Blaze Pizza has signed a deal for six locations in the United Arab Emirates with NAD Holding, according to a press release.

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Blaze Pizza launches 1st oven-fired dessert

July 12, 2024

Blaze Pizza has released its first-ever oven-fired dessert, Cinnamon Bread, according to a press release.

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Blaze Pizza unveils revamped menu featuring new pizzas, toppings

May 30, 2024

Fast-casual pizza chain Blaze Pizza is undergoing a significant menu revamp throughout 2024. The company has a series of new menu items, including premium…

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Blaze Pizza to expand in Cincinnati area

May 14, 2024

Blaze Pizza is expanding its presence in the Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky areas with a five-unit deal. Local entrepreneur Sanjay Patel will own and operate…

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Long John Silver’s, Blaze Pizza, Slim Chickens execs talk expansion, real estate

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Restaurants executives from Long John SIlver's, Moxie, Slim Chickens and Blaze Pizza talked about expansion and the state of restaurant real estate at the…

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Blaze Pizza adds 2 to executive team

June 22, 2023

Blaze Pizza has announced two additions to its leadership team. Kevin Moran has taken the position of chief development officer, while Johnny Tellez joins the…

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Blaze Pizza launches monthly value special

June 2, 2023

Blaze Pizza is introducing a new "What's Hot" monthly value special at participating locations nationwide, according to a press release.

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Blaze Pizza inks deal for Bahrain

April 25, 2023

Blaze Pizza is firing up its international expansion in Bahrain. The deal with NAD Holdings is a multi-unit deal that will acquire two existing Blaze Pizzas…

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Blaze Pizza's growth accelerated by openings, franchise agreements in 2022

January 25, 2023

Blaze Pizza opened 13 restaurants and signed seven multi-unit development agreements in 2022. The development agreements over the past 12 months will add 2…

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Beto Guajardo takes reins as president, CEO of Blaze Pizza

January 4, 2023

Beto Guajardo has been named president and CEO of Blaze Pizza. Guajardo formerly served as president of Focus Brands International, according to a press…

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Blaze Pizza celebrates 10th birthday with pizza giveaway

November 8, 2022

Blaze Pizza is celebrating its 10th birthday with a giveaway of more than 16,000 free pizzas nationwide, according to a press release.

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Blaze Pizza signs 2 multi-unit agreements

October 28, 2022

Blaze Pizza has announced the signing of two new multi-unit franchise agreements across the South-Central and Mid-Atlantic regions, according to a press…

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Blaze Pizza markets back-to-school campaign

August 31, 2022

Fast-casual concept Blaze Pizza has announced its Back to School campaign, according to a press release.

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Blaze Pizza increases fundraiser donations

August 11, 2022

Blaze Pizza will increase ongoing donations to school-related organizations by 5% for dine-in and online fundraisers during the month of September, according…

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Blaze Pizza promotes Ed Yancey to chief development officer

June 6, 2022

Blaze Pizza has promoted Ed Yancey to chief development officer. Yancey previously served as vice president of franchise development, according to a company…

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