News & Media From Alicia Kelso
Restaurant groups applaud Senate immigration bill, call for stronger verification
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
Congress is expected to take up immigration reform in July.
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Turning 'Big Data' into big money
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
Concerns remain about how to turn all of that information into actionable items.
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Customers expect mobile engagement
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
Some experts predict mobile payments to reach critical mass in three to five years.
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Menu product development takes patience, collaboration
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
You can create a great product but without marketing, it won't budge.
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How to navigate back-office technology options
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
Technology can't predict the bus full of customers that just pulled up; you have to train your staff to be aware of what's going on outside of the data.
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NoshList CEO: 'Mobile is about to change everything about restaurants'
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
Mobile is a growing channel that pushes promotions and specials, provides better service and offers payment options.
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Restaurant execs: Social media requires response, risk taking
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
While likes and followers are important, the key metric is if something is shared.
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Restaurant leaders share best practices for employee engagement
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
Restaurants have incentivized and engaged their teams with everything from retreats to Facebook pages to ESOL programs.
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NRA Show '13: Energy-efficient equipment proves its ROI
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
Time-saving, energy-saving and data-mining are the big equipment stars this year.
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NRA Show '13: A handful of menu trends emerge
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
Gluten free, Greek yogurt, beverages and children's nutrition are just some of the show highlights from the food side.
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From the NRA Show floor: Optimism and investment
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
Mobile, digital signage solutions on trend as the technology pavilion continues to grow.
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Square CEO: Register's new features speed up service
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
Legendary basketball coach John Wooden used to ingrain the fundamentals in his players' heads. He'd teach grown men how to tie their shoes before they'd even…
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Pie Five CEO: Fast casual pizza 'solves a problem for consumers'
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
Exec's intention is to become the "leading, preeminent fast casual brand in the pizza space."
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What every restaurant should know about going gluten-free [Infographic]
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
Gluten-free has proven to be no passing trend; operators can either watch it continue to grow or join in and truly offer something for everyone.
read nowExecuting a charitable program at your restaurant doesnt have to be hard
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
Philanthropy takes time and patience, but the benefits are tangible for a brand.
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Marketing exec explains why cause marketing is a priority at sub chain
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
Studies show that many consumers seek out dining choices based on an establishment's philanthropic efforts.
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Effective marketing on a shoestring budget
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
People are three to four times more likely to buy from you if they know you.
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Ice cream concept's success comes from constant branding
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
The Comfy Cow founders discuss how they branded, duplicated and expanded their premium ice cream concept during a slow economy.
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Experts warn of impending food price increases
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
Effects of the 2012 summer drought and a possible sequester are expected to contribute to trend.
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How social media can take your brand to the next level
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
Eat Drink Promote founder outlined the Four Pillars of Social Media at NAPICS, said Google+ will be big in five years.
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