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Radar delivering full-stack geofencing, mapping functionalities
November 20, 2023
Radar, a provider of geofencing, has unveiled Radar Maps Platform, featuring vector base maps as well as a suite of geocoding, search and routing APIs…
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Freddy's adds Franchise Development VP
November 20, 2023
Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers has hired Nick Booras as a VP of Franchise Development, where he'll work with Franchise Development VP Mary Coots to…
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Authentic experiences: How your brand can reach Gen Z for success and customer loyalty
by Daniel Brown — Editor, Networld Media Group
The APC Gen Z study found that Gen Z has five top demands from businesses and brands: 1. Authenticity. 2. PhysiDigital. 3. Experiential. 4. Custom. 5.
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The Great Greek rolling out 3 non-traditional formats
November 17, 2023
The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill has created three non-traditional dining formats, including a to-go-only restaurant, a digital kitchen and special venue…
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Robeks expanding Arizona presence
November 16, 2023
Los Angeles-based Robeks, which serves smoothies, juices, acai bowls and toasts is expanding its presence in Arizona. By year's end, it will have 10 locations…
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Potbelly lands 22-unit deal for Washington
November 16, 2023
Potbelly Corp. has signed a 22-unit deal with Sound Sandwich LLC to expand in the greater Seattle-Tacoma region of Washington state. The agreement includes the…
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6 Fatburgers coming to Texas
November 15, 2023
Los Angeles-based FAT Brands Inc., the parent company of Fatburger and 17 other restaurant concepts, is bringing six franchised Fatburger locations to Hidalgo…
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Pieology gets nutty with Dessert Pizza made with Nutella
November 15, 2023
Pieology has introduced the Dessert Pizza made with Nutella to its menu, according to a press release.
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Gen Z sipping on craft beverages, less alcohol
November 15, 2023
Gen Z, which is made up of people between the ages of 11 and 26, is the largest and most diverse generation with a spending power of $360 billion and craves…
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How Vicious Biscuit plans to conquer brunch
by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com
South Carolina-based Vicious Biscuit is taking its "Body by Biscuit" messaging and its $2.5 million AUVs cross-country with franchising opportunities.
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Dave’s Hot Chicken using AI to maximize 3rd party delivery profitability
November 15, 2023
Los Angeles-based Dave's Hot Chicken has tapped LoopAI, a SaaS provider specializing in maximizing third-party delivery profitability for restaurants, to help…
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Salad Station tripling footprint in 3 years
November 15, 2023
Salad Station is seeking franchisees to triple its footprint by 2027.
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Buddy's Pizza on the rise of Detroit-style in the pizza industry
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media
We talked to Buddy's new CEO, Chris Tussing, to learn the history of Detroit-style pizza and what's making the style so popular in this episode of the Pizza…
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5 fast casuals receive grants, training to scale restaurants
November 14, 2023
Be Nimble Foundation, a social enterprise dedicated to creating diverse and inclusive tech ecosystems, released the second cohort of its Melon Kitchen…
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Ziggi's Coffee announces Atlanta expansion
November 14, 2023
Colorado-based Ziggi's Coffee is adding 50 locations to the Atlanta area, marking its largest development deal to date.
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Dave's Hot Chicken embracing data-driven approach to menu testing
November 13, 2023
Dave's Hot Chicken, a Nashville-style hot chicken franchise based in Los Angeles, has tapped Bikky, a customer data platform for multi-unit restaurants, to…
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Smoothie Factory launching sister brand
November 13, 2023
Smoothie Factory is opening a sister concept, Smoothie Factory + Kitchen, aimed at customers seeking a refreshing and wholesome dining experience. Located at…
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Chick N Max opening Texas unit
November 13, 2023
Wichita, Kansas-based Chick N Max has signed a lease for a location in Lufkin, Texas. It will open in the first quarter of next year under the direction of…
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Rethinking restaurant customer engagement, loyalty strategies
by Judy Mottl — Editor: RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com, Connect Media
A panel talk on loyalty programs at the recent Fast Casual Executive Summit featured Bob Andersen, president of The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill; Jon Asher…
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Sip Fresh inks 3-pack deal
November 13, 2023
Sip Fresh, which serves fresh fruit-based juices, teas and specialty drinks, has signed a three-unit agreement in Orange County with family business owners…
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