How Red Chickz founder went from dishwasher to national brand builder

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

What if your next breakthrough idea came from a dishwasher-turned-Founder or a tech innovator who transformed chaos into a scalable business? Hear from Shawn…

Kathleen Wood, Networld Media Group launching revamped Founderology Growth Summit

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

Registration is open for this Founders-only event.

Starbucks CEO, CFO predicting turnaround despite Q2 loss

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

Although she admitted that transactions did not meet expectations, CFO Cathy Smith said the company was on the right track with its "Back to Starbucks…

BurgerBots opens 1st restaurant, ready to expand

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

The entire process takes just 27 seconds per burger.

Bagel Brands CEO prioritizing efficiency

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

CEO Jessica DePetro discusses egg prices, growth plans and the challenge she issued to her team to deliver a simplified process and execution strategy to…

Consumer economic uncertainty poses threat to Chipotle growth

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

April 24, 2025

CEO Scott Boatright looks to upgrade back-of-house technology and increase catering sales.

Perfect Pitch, ‘Fast Casual Frontrunners' open nominations for top emerging brands

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

Nominations are now open but close June 1.

Fast Casual Top 100 Gala celebrating 10th birthday with 5 gifts for attendees

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

Honors include the "Signal to Noise Award," "Emerging Fast Casual of the Year, ""Most-Loved Delivery Brand and "Fast Casual Woman of the Year." Attendees will…

Saroki’s Crispy Chicken & Pizza reimagining roadside cuisine

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

Brothers Todd and Curtis Saroki are challenging preconceptions about mega-station food with their hand-breaded chicken tenders and NY-style brick oven pizzas.

From homelessness to restaurant heroes: Power couple keynoting Fast Casual Executive Summit

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

April 7, 2025

Chef Bryant "Baul" Williams and Daniella Williams, the husband-and-wife founders of Atlanta-based Binky's, specializing in soul food, and brunch hot spot Betty…

What Chef Robotics' $43M funding means for fast casual automation

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

Since Sunbasket, a healthy meal delivery company, partnered with Chef Robotics in 2022, it has displaced 10% of production staff and increased consistency by…

James Walker takes helm at Lunchbox, promises clarity for restaurant operators

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

Lunchbox CEO and former restaurant leader James Walker wants to help brands cut through the tech noise to help them scale.

6 digital trends driving fast casual profitability

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

Restaurants are done with relying on fragmented, third-party ordering platforms, according to the State of Digital Report created by Qu, a provider of a…

Grogan, Dardick keynoting Restaurant Catering Workshop

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

FastCasual is bringing you even more catering tips and tricks when we meet in Austin after the Fast Casual Executive Summit.

Sanguich: From startup to influencer-worthy concept

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

Daniel Figueredo and Rosa Romero describe building a viral brand without spending a single dollar on influencer marketing.

Women in the Lead 2025: Spotlighting 21 fast casual leaders

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

Designated by the National Women's History Alliance, this year's theme is "Moving Forward Together," spotlighting "women educating and inspiring generations.…

Wings and Rings franchising fast-casual concept

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

The idea for Noble Chicken began in 2019 as an entry into a local wing competition in Cincinnati.

Cava doubles earnings, misses expectations

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

February 26, 2025

Cava reported Q4 earnings of 5 cents per share Tuesday, which was twice as high as last year but it fell short of the 7 cents on revenue of $223.3 million…

Starbucks firing 1,100 workers

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

February 24, 2025

North American leaders will return to the office at least three days per week.

Lessons from a 'Mac and Cheese Millionaire'

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

Erin Wade, founder of Homeroom Mac+Cheese and the author of "The Mac and Cheese Millionaire," joins Kathleen Wood on the Founderology podcast.