How the evil HR guy is messing with this job market

by Joni Doolin — CEO, People Report

Fast Casual Executive Summit to shake up industry segment

July 26, 2010

With the theme of Shaken, Not Stirred, the 2010 Fast Casual Executive Summit has been designed to take restaurant-industry operators out of their comfort zones…

People - The threshold to success

by Don Fox — CEO, Firehouse of America

As CEO of a predominately franchised chain of restaurants, I often challenge my team to examine the differences between the high and low restaurant sales…

Souper Salad names Ward Olgreen president and CEO

July 12, 2010

Souper Salad Inc., parent company of Souper Salad and Grandy's restaurants, has named Ward Olgreen as its new president and CEO. The appointment of Olgreen…

Driving Operational Excellence

Labor costs are one of the biggest expenses QSR operators face. Workforce management automation can help ensure the hiring of more productive employees…

Leave Me Alone---I'm trying to work!

by Michael Harms — Sr. Business Analyst, People Report - Black Box Intelligence

Okay, so unemployment is at 10% and the economy has lost over 8 million jobs since this recession began. You don't have to be an economist to know that this…

Newk's Express to enter Georgia market

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June 15, 2010

Two franchise groups have signed deals with Newk's Express Café to enter the markets of Atlanta and Athens, Ga.

People Report: Engage employees now or lose them

The People Report Summer Camp Conference focused on strategies and tools to help operators retain their top employees.

Genghis Grill partners with PeopleMatter for 90-day HR software trial

June 13, 2010

PeopleMatter has chosen Dallas-based Genghis Grill to receive a complimentary 90-day trial of its Tax Credit Processing module within the PeopleMatter Talent…

Quiznos hires fired Subway 'Good Samaritan'

June 13, 2010

A Quiznos in Halifax, Nova Scotia, is trying to capitalize on the ill will aimed at a nearby Subway in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, after management there fired an…

Genghis Grill partners with PeopleMatter for 90-day HR software trial

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June 13, 2010

PeopleMatter has chosen Dallas-based Genghis Grill to receive a complimentary 90-day trial of its Tax Credit Processing module within the PeopleMatter Talent…

Quiznos hires fired Subway 'Good Samaritan'

June 13, 2010

A Quiznos in Halifax, Nova Scotia, is trying to capitalize on the ill will aimed at a nearby Subway in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, after management there fired an…

Firehouse Subs names Robin Peters executive director of public safety foundation

June 8, 2010

The Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation has announced the appointment of Robin Peters as executive director. She joins the organization bringing more than…

People Report Summer Camp offers HR insights

June 8, 2010

People Report Summer Camp Conference opened last night in Frisco, Texas, just outside of Dallas. The conference includes sessions today and tomorrow on topics…

Firehouse Subs names Robin Peters executive director of public safety foundation

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June 8, 2010

The Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation has announced the appointment of Robin Peters as executive director. She joins the organization bringing more than…

Boloco hires HR, brand development manager

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June 3, 2010

Cait Simmons has joined the Boloco team as its human resources and brand development manager.

John Harris joins Smashburger as SVP of marketing

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June 1, 2010

Smashburger has appointed John Harris as its senior VP of Marketing. Harris will play an integral role in guiding Smashburger and has 20 years industry…

Buffalo Wild Wings CEO receives Career Achievement Award

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May 20, 2010

Buffalo Wild Wings has announced that its president and CEO Sally Smith has received the Career Achievement Award from the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business…

Freshii appoints Cosi veteran CFO

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May 20, 2010

Freshii has announced the appointment of Maggie Martensen as chief financial officer. Martensen is the former controller of Così Inc. During her tenure at…

New tech solutions to debut at NRA Show 2010

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May 18, 2010

A number of technology providers will debut new solutions at this weekend's National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show, May 22 through May…