News & Media From Cherryh Cansler

Dig Inn CEO takes 'disruption' to a new level

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

For Adam Eskin, CEO of Dig Inn, being disruptive meant severing ties with standard supply chains and developing relationships with local farmers in order to…

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Industry leaders weigh in on labor regulations

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

FastCasual interviewed a variety of industry leaders hoping to find a consensus regarding the labor ruling. Instead, we learned that the issues sparked a…

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Ohio ice cream shop launching pad for new overtime regulations

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

VP Joe Biden said the ruling, which extends overtime protections to 4.2 million more Americans, who are not currently eligible under federal law, will help to…

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Can Pei Wei get on a roll with sushi?

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Pei Wei is rolling out new sushi rolls next week in San Antonio and will test how well they do with consumers for six weeks.

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How to hire top-notch summer employees

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Two experts weigh in on how to hire the best summer employees.

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Gone fishing: Why LSRs are angling for seafood

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Consumers are more familiar with seafood, which means LSRs can now be creative when it comes to adding fish to the menu.

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Panera CEO: Q1 growth proves digital strategy is working

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Sales are up 6.2 percent at Panera Bread's nearly 500 company-owned stores thanks to the rollout of the chain's digital operations, ordering and payment system.

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Ask the experts: Is your brand ready for catering?

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Franchisors and their franchisees must understand what they're getting into before deciding if catering should be a part of the business model.

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Franchising focus: Little Greek Fresh Grill growing as Americans embrace new flavors

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

The Tampa-based chain is on a mission to make Greek food more accessible.

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Dunkin' Donuts loyalty app stirring up trouble for Starbucks?

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

With the DD Perks Rewards program, guests earn five points for every dollar they spend on qualifying purchases at Dunkin’ Donuts when they pay using an…

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Infographic: What to look for in a franchisor

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

An infographic provides a variety of information to help business owners decide which franchise is best for them.

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Photo gallery: Restaurant Franchising & Innovation Summit 2016

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

More than 140 franchise execs gathered last week in Dallas at the Franchising Restaurant & Innovation Summit.

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Trademarking 101: Can Chipotle be the 'Chipotle of the better-burger' segment?

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

The term "better burger" may prove difficult to trademark, however, as it's been widely used among media and other restaurant operators to describe a variety…

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Why millennials make valuable franchise partners

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Millennials have ignited rapid change in the industry and view franchising differently than the previous generation of business owners.

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52 billion reasons fast casuals are upgrading catering programs

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Off-premise catering in 2015 hit $52.3 billion, a 20 percent increase over 2011.

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Heard at the Summit: Memorable quotes from Day 1

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Any time you gather some of the industry's brightest CEOs, franchisors, chefs, franchisees and vendors, there is sure to be some insightful quotes. We've…

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How Cafe Rio's 'chief people officer' recruits, retains top employees

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

CPO Andy Hooper chats about how the recipe for the chain's success is more than just serving burritos and making money. Hint: It's about giving employees a…

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Franchising Focus: HuHot is still family owned, growing strong

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

The business has grown to nearly 60 units partly because every decision is made with the franchisees, said Laura Sporrer, director of franchise development.

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Chipotle 'Not dialing back food-safety efforts'

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Chipotle's Chris Arnold said the chain is not dialing back food-safety efforts.

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Pei Wei CMO opens up about chain's growth spurt

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Fueling the growth is a new loyalty campaign, a more customizable menu, a localized restaurant marketing program and a refresh of some of the chain's older…

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