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Kagle resigns from Jamba board
August 16, 2009
Robert C. Kagle has resigned from the board of directors of Emeryville, Calif.-based Jamba Inc., effective immediately, the company has announced. Kagle…
read nowBurgerville apologizes to bicyclist over drive-thru ban
August 16, 2009
Burgerville has announced that it will open its drive-thrus to customers on bicycles, according to a story in the Oregonian newspaper. The move came days after…
read nowTechnomic finds growth opportunities for restaurants in consumer catering
August 16, 2009
The recession has taken its toll on the restaurant industry, including brands that have grown their catering services by focusing on box lunches or party trays…
read nowBoost orders, loyalty with direct digital marketing programs
Mobile marketing is a cost-effective tactic for increasing orders and improving the guest experience.
read nowSandella's opens San Diego County franchise market
August 13, 2009
Sandella's Flatbread Cafe franchise opportunities are now available in locations throughout San Diego County. Carolyn Cohen and Stephen Crystal hold the…
read nowQdoba targets Central Ohio for growth
August 13, 2009
Now that Baja Fresh has left the Central Ohio region, Qdoba has plans to further develop the region. According to an article in The Columbus Dispatch, Qdoba…
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Einstein Bros. continues growth through licensing
by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance
Einstein Noah Restaurant Group is more than halfway past its goal of 180 licensed locations by the end of 2009
read nowBeautiful Brands launches Greenz franchise program
August 13, 2009
Beautiful Brands International (BBI) has officially launched its franchise program for Dallas-based Greenz, the company has announced. BBI is currently…
read nowFOCUS parent looks to add new brands
August 13, 2009
Roark Capital Group, parent company of FOCUS Brands and its Schlotzsky's, Carvel and Cinnabon chains, could invest more money this year than in its previous…
read nowAlbany County, N.Y., passes menu labeling
August 13, 2009
Albany County, N.Y., lawmakers have passed a local law requiring restaurant chains with 10 or more units to post calorie counts on menus and menu boards…
read nowEl Pollo Loco comps down nearly 7%
August 12, 2009
EPL Intermediate Inc., parent company of El Pollo Loco Inc., has reported financial results for its 13-week second quarter and 26 weeks ended June 30. For…
read nowRed Mango builds Austin, Texas, presence
August 12, 2009
Red Mango has plans to develop six new units in the Austin, Texas, market as part of a franchise development agreement the company has signed with Ramiro…
read nowRedPrairie to launch new Workforce Management user interface
August 12, 2009
RedPrairie Corp., a productivity software provider, has announced the upcoming September 2009 release of its Workforce Management enhanced user interface…
read nowKimberly-Clark receives Forest Stewardship Council certification
August 12, 2009
Kimberly-Clark Professional has received Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) chain-of-custody certification for a range of tissue and towel products, making it…
read nowSalsarita's launches back-to-school promo
August 11, 2009
Fresh Mex chain Salsarita's Fresh Cantina has launched a back-to-school scratch & win promotion, the company has announced. During August and September…
read nowFirehouse Subs donates equipment to Texas firehouse
August 11, 2009
The Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation has donated $12,500 worth of lifesaving equipment to the Round Rock, Texas, Fire Department, according to a story…
read nowConsumer concern over sodium intake impacts product development
August 11, 2009
Americans love sodium, but many consumers are starting to pay more attention to their intake, according to new research from consumer, product and market…
read nowFitch report finds financial risk for restaurants moderating
August 11, 2009
Fitch Ratings has found that financial risk is moderating for the U.S. restaurant industry, despite continued weakness in same-store sales performance. In a…
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Uno official offers tips on revitalizing your brand
Fast casual restaurants are a key part of the pizza chain's growth strategy.
read nowWestern Foodservice Expo names keynote speaker
August 10, 2009
Reed Exhibition Cos., producers of the Western Foodservice & Hospitality Expo, has announced that Garry Ridge, president and CEO of WD-40 Co., will be the…
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