Marketing News & Media

Mobivity adds former Papa John's exec to management team

December 30, 2014

Mobivity Holdings Corp., a provider of smart receipt marketing solutions and mobile marketing technologies, has appointed Donna Mitchell as its SVP of…

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Chipotle responds to NYPD 'hands up' flap

December 29, 2014

A 'spontaneous, unplanned action taken by an individual crew member' toward a group of New York police officers has caused a flap for Chipotle.

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Yogurty's adds hot menu items

December 29, 2014

Toronto-based froyo concept Yogurty's announced it is adding hot menu items to the mix and offering limited time deals on frozen yogurt.

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Cowboy Chicken will serve up free black-eyed peas on New Year's Day

December 29, 2014

Eating black-eyed peas for luck on New Year's Day is a tradition across the South.

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How to choose the best rewards for your loyalty program

by Bob Leonard — Owner, Bolen

It's important to set the minimum purchase amount at a reasonable level so customers don’t get frustrated that they are never earning punches and thus feel…

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Executive round table: Fast casual segment leaders make their 2015 predictions

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Local marketing, local sourcing, mobile technologies and customer service initiatives are all expected to move to the front burner in the New Year.

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Rearview 2014: Mobile helps brands reduce friction, stay connected

by Brenda Rick Smith — Editor, Networld Media Group

Mobile technology helped brands reduce friction and connect with customers in 2014.

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Marriott launches food and beverage incubator

December 19, 2014

Mariott is inviting entrepreneurs, chefs, bartenders and artisans to visit canvas-startup.com and pitch a food or drink concept for a select group of Marriott…

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Mission Burrito rebrands as 'Überrito'

December 19, 2014

The name change is the first step in a three-step process that will include revamping the décor in four existing Houston-area units and developing new markets.

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Cowboy Chicken adds Razzleberry Tea

December 19, 2014

Cowboy Chicken's new Razzleberry Tea is available at all Cowboy Chicken locations for a limited time and is freshly brewed from tea leaves infused with…

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BURGERFI matching gift card purchases with gift to American Red Cross

December 19, 2014

BURGERFI will make a dollar-for-dollar matching donation to the American Red Cross for every gift card purchased through Dec. 31.

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Jimmy John's, Chipotle rank high for millennial loyalty

December 19, 2014

According to new research from YouGov, Jimmy John’s, Chipotle, Chick-Fil-A and Whataburger, have the highest current millennial customer loyalty among all…

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bogopogo launches restaurant mobile coupon plan

December 19, 2014

bogopogo has launched its FRAMPLE (Free + Sample) plan, providing free mobile coupon access to all restaurants across the US and allowing them to promote their…

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Pie Five marks second DC area location

December 18, 2014

Pie Five Pizza will open its newest restaurant in Sterling, Virginia, on Friday. This will be the brand's second location in the Virginia/Washington, DC…

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Pizza Studio continues SoCal expansion

December 18, 2014

Pizza Studio is opening its 26th store today, located in Compton, California's Gateway Towne Center. Compton city officials will be on hand for an official…

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Rearview 2014: Cause marketing moves from fundraising to partnerships

by Brenda Rick Smith — Editor, Networld Media Group

Cause marketing went to the next level in 2014, beyond raising awareness and funds for a cause to deep partnerships between restaurants and non-profits.

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Billy Sims BBQ opens 44th location

December 17, 2014

The Tulsa, Oklahoma-based chain opened 11 new restaurants in 2014.

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Pie Five continues food pantry campaign for newest Wichita opening

December 17, 2014

Pie Five Pizza Co. has opened its newest Wichita, Kansas, restaurant on Rock Road, across from Bradley Fair. The opening marks the third location in Wichita…

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Jersey Mike's supports Wreaths Across America tribute

December 17, 2014

Last week, New Jersey Governor Chris Christie and Jersey Mike’s Founder and CEO Peter Cancro honored veterans at a special ceremony on Ellis Island.

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Millennial marketing conference registration now open

December 17, 2014

FutureCast's ShareLikeBuy millennial marketing conference is set for Feb. 4 at the University of Kansas in Lawrence. Registration is now open for the…

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