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Taco Del Mar names new CFO
September 24, 2009
Taco Del Mar Franchising Corp. has appointed Rick Braa as the company's new chief financial officer. Braa comes to Taco Del Mar with an extensive career in…
read nowTropical Smoothie Cafe sends sweepstakes winner to Hollywood
September 24, 2009
Tropical Smoothie Café has announced the winner of its sweepstakes celebrating the movie release of SHORTS, starring Jon Cryer, William H. Macy and James…
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A review of Chipotle's iPhone app
by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance
FastCasual.com publisher Paul Barron gives his impression of Chipotle's free mobile application.
read nowSustainability: A New Track To Profit (Slides)
Sustainability: A New Track to Profit. Industry leaders provide testimony and advice on how to develop a restaurant with proper sustainability. Download the…
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download nowNational Restaurant Association Keynote Speaker (Slides)
Immediate Past Chairman of the National Restaurant Association, Michael Kaufman, shares details on every aspect of the current restaurant industry. Download…
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download nowJamba Juice launches franchise information Web site
September 23, 2009
Jamba Juice has debuted its new franchise Web site, the company has announced. The new franchise site, also accessible directly from the company Web site, is…
read nowSpicy Pickle completes financing transactions
September 23, 2009
Spicy Pickle Franchising Inc., the operator and franchisor of the Spicy Pickle and Bread Garden Urban Café brands, has completed two financing transactions…
read nowInternet Marketing and the Social Media (Slides)
Industry leaders provide vital information regarding the use of the Internet and Social Media to aid in your restaurant's growth. Download the slides from…
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download nowBrand Builders (Slides)
Industry leaders share tips and trends on how to enhance brand building in your restaurant through emotional connections with your customers. Download the…
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download nowBrain Exchange (Slides)
Brain Exchange Session. Find information on discussions relating to eight topics including: Fast Casual Startups, Menu Development, Web & Social Marketing…
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download nowCulinary Experience for the Innovators (Slides)
Follow industry leaders as they discuss current trends in fast casual dining, what customers are seeking, and how one company operates with a Guest-Driven…
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download nowExecutive Summit Keynote Presentation (Slides)
Fast Casual Executive Summit Keynote Address. Download the slides from presentations given by: Paul Barron, Publisher and Founder FastCasual.com/ Dean…
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download nowLearning the New Financial Business Model (Slides)
Industry leaders share ways to capitalize on financial business models. Download the slides from presentations given by: Louis J. Basile Jr., Wildflower…
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download nowChipotle to offer free kids' meals
September 22, 2009
According to NBC Dallas-Fort Worth, Chipotle will launch a new kids' menu Sunday, along with a new free kids' meal promotion. Every Sunday between Sept. 2…
read nowStarbucks unveils iPhone app
September 22, 2009
Starbucks Corp. has caught the iPhone buzz with its launch of a store-location and menu application, and is testing a second app that will let customers use…
read nowCosta Vida adds fish tacos to the menu
September 22, 2009
Costa Vida has announced the addition of fresh-baked, made-to-order fish tacos to the chain's health-conscious menu options. Costa Vida's fish tacos consist of…
read nowTargetCast Networks purchases Ripple TV, expands fast casual footprint
September 22, 2009
TargetCast Networks Inc. (TCN) has acquired Ripple TV, creating a national ad-based digital out-of-home (DOOH) network in more than 1,400 locations on 3,42…
read nowSmashburger franchise deal focuses on airport locations
September 22, 2009
Smashburger has announced its partnership with PhaseNext Hospitality — a minority- and woman-owned multi-concept franchise operator focusing on non-traditional…
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Fast Casual Executive Summit: Tough times bring operators together
by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance
The most successful brands are opening up to one another as the industry awaits signs of recovery.
read nowSmashburger signs seven-unit Oklahoma City deal
September 21, 2009
Smashburger has signed a deal with Klepper Capital Group LLC. to operate seven restaurants in the Oklahoma City metro area. The first store will open in March…
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