Email marketing is far from a dead marketing tool

by Travis Wagoner — Editor, Networld Media Group

Email is ubiquitous personally and professionally, which means email marketing is far from dead.

Back Yard Burgers to redesign stores

November 2, 2015

Back Yard Burgers has unveiled a new push for market share in 2016 through a contemporary redesign of its restaurants.

FCES15: Stay on trend with the latest food trends

by Travis Wagoner — Editor, Networld Media Group

Tastes and trends in food change and evolve rapidly. What may have been an innovative concept last year may be exactly the wrong one now.

FCES15: The changing course of consumer behavior

by Travis Wagoner — Editor, Networld Media Group

Consumers of all kinds have a nearly endless array of options from which to choose, whether they're purchasing furniture, cars, housewares, or any good or…

FCES15: The evolution of restaurant technology

by Travis Wagoner — Editor, Networld Media Group

There has been a massive evolution in the use of technology within the past decade, the past five years — and even within just the last year. There are no…

FCES15: Top 10 PR do's (and a few don'ts)

by Travis Wagoner — Editor, Networld Media Group

"Whatever I present to you is my PR moment," Nick Powills, CEO of No Limit Agency, said in opening his session at the Fast Casual Executive Summit in Miami.

FCES15: Beverage smarts: What’s on trend

by Travis Wagoner — Editor, Networld Media Group

Beverages are an important aspect of the consumer dining experience and play a critical part of a restaurant’s branding efforts. Being on trend is key to…

FCES15: Real estate decision requires lots of homework, data insight

by Judy Mottl — Editor: RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com, Connect Media

As any business owner knows the location decision can sink the business or be the foundation of initial success and growth. But it involves much more than…

FCES15: Tips on building a foundation for profitable growth

by Judy Mottl — Editor: RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com, Connect Media

Strategic and profitable growth for today's restaurants, quick service eateries and retailers is a comprehensive endeavor. But it's doable and the number one…

Captain D’s launches new Nashville Hot Fish

October 21, 2015

Captain D’s announced the launch of a new menu item, Nashville hot fish.

FCES15: Why design is key to customer engagement

by Judy Mottl — Editor: RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com, Connect Media

Design is a key aspect for the customer experience and plays directly into the "corporate soul" and building a relationship with customers.

Roti Modern Mediterranean rebrands as Modern Mediterranean

October 15, 2015

Roti Modern Mediterranean is debuting its new look and new name next month when it opens in Modern Mediterranean in Chicago.

Captain D’s opens NC store

October 6, 2015

Captain D's has opened in Franklin, North Carolina.

Russo’s Restaurants outperform 2015 sales projections

October 6, 2015

Russo's New York Pizzeria and Russo's Italian Kitchen plan to accelerate U.S. and international expansion.

Report: Small business owners not concerned with competing with national brands

October 6, 2015

The top concerns for merchants are competing small businesses, changing EMV requirements as well as the overall state of the economy and how it will impact…

Why giving back should be part of your business strategy

Corporate social responsibility is a vital part of a brand’s identity, especially to the increasingly impactful millennial generation.

Are you following the 12 dos and don'ts of restaurant financing?

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

Although there is no secret recipe for raising funds to open a business, there are some practices that should always be followed and even more to avoid.

Franchise focus: Can Captain D's hook fast casual market share?

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

While many may still consider the seafood restaurant a quick service restaurant, CEO Phil Greifeld said that in 2011 the chain began transitioning from a QSR…

MOD Pizza makes key hires in construction, store design

September 24, 2015

Mike Hilgers will join MOD Pizza as vice president of design and construction, and Darren Medina will serve as vice president of store design.

Bruster’s Real Ice Cream heads into fall with record sales

September 18, 2015

Bruster's has two limited-time flavors and is enjoying success.