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Shake Shack beats Q4 earnings despite cold weather, LA fires
February 21, 2025
The California wildfires and freezing January temperatures didn't stop customers from visiting their favorite Shake Shacks, according to CEO Rob Lynch, who…
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Speaker Spotlight: Yasaman Stewart, director of marketing for Friendly’s Restaurants
Yasaman Stewart, director of marketing for Friendly's Restaurants, shares a look at her career, her achievements and industry trends ahead of her appearance at…
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How to dominate restaurant data
by Bradley Cooper — Editor, ATM Marketplace & Food Truck Operator
A panel at the Restaurant Franchising & Innovation Summit will discuss how to use data to drive growth and profitability.
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Knuckies Hoagies hitting growth spurt
February 21, 2025
Georgia-based Knuckies Hoagies will add 14 locations by year's end by opening standalone stores and within Walmarts.
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Smalls Sliders inks deal for Indiana
February 20, 2025
Burger brand Smalls Sliders has signed its first development deal for Indiana. The deal was inked with operating group Indy Craves led by Ellen Broyles and…
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Currito looking to expand via franchising
February 19, 2025
Currito, which signed nine deals last year to open 16 locations in Tennessee, Kentucky, Illinois, Indiana and Ohio, is entering several markets by year's end.
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Lucky Cat's poke added to Genghis Grill menus
February 19, 2025
Lucky Cat Poke Co., a virtual brand created in 2023 by Craveworthy Brands, is introducing in-store dining at nearly 20 Genghis Grill restaurants from Columbus…
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Chipotle adding 20K employees via AI-powered hiring platform
February 19, 2025
Chipotle Mexican Grill is launching an AI-powered hiring campaign to hire over 20,000 workers, ensuring that its 3,700 restaurants are staffed for "Burrito…
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Potbelly Sandwich giving 'exclusive franchise rights' in Southern markets
February 18, 2025
Potbelly is launching exclusive franchise opportunities to business owners who want to develop four to six locations in Memphis, Knoxville and Chattanooga…
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Protein Bar & Kitchen exec: 'Fast casuals must balance health, flavor, innovation'
by Laura Camerer — Senior Manager of Culinary, Supply Chain & Facilities, Protein Bar & Kitchen
Laura Camerer, senior manager of Culinary, Supply Chain & Facilities at Protein Bar & Kitchen, discusses the rise of flexible eating and global flavors as well…
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Pita Pit growing Alaskan footprint
February 18, 2025
Pita Pit USA is expanding its presence in Alaska with two locations in Wasilla and Palmer, led by franchisee Kaleb Crawford, who spent several years managing…
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Lessons from a 'Mac and Cheese Millionaire'
by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, 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.
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The Founder’s bookshelf: Why these 11 classics are game-changers
by Kathleen Wood — Founder, K. Wood Partners
These aren't just great reads; they are essential blueprints for success.
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Uncommon Brands assembles team to scale restaurant concepts
February 18, 2025
Uncommon Brands, a holding company investing in and scaling restaurant brands, is building a leadership team with the addition of seasoned professionals to its…
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Pita Pit, Second Cup Café, Chocolato open co-branded location in Quebec
February 17, 2025
Foodtastic, a franchise company with over 1,200 restaurants in Canada, opened a multi-brand location, featuring Pita Pit, Second Cup Café and Chocolato, last…
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From prep to profit: How honeygrow is tackling rising costs with AI automation
by Fast Casual
Honeygrow recently turned to back-of-house AI to streamline its operations and tackle the challenges of managing a busy kitchen.
Presented by PreciTaste
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Speaker Spotlight: Mohaimina 'Mina' Haque, CEO of Tony Roma’s
Mina Haque, CEO of Tony Roma's, shares a look at her career, her achievements and industry trends ahead of her appearance at Restaurant Franchising …
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Döner Haus launches US franchising program
February 14, 2025
New York City-based Döner Haus, a German-style Döner Kebab sandwich brand, is ready to hit markets across the U.S. via franchising.
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Lola Beans hoping for a little growth magic
February 14, 2025
Tennessee-based Lola Beans, a drive-thru coffee and beverage brand, is launching its franchise program combining coffee, espresso, infused sodas and energy…
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Penn Station hires former franchisee as sales EVP
February 13, 2025
Ohio-based Penn Station East Coast Subs has hired former franchisee Don Champion as SVP of Sales and Development.
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