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NRA projects increase in summer 2009 employment
June 22, 2009
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The National Restaurant Association has released its employment projections for the summer of 2009. Nationally, eating and drinking places…
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Fast casuals leverage the power of Twitter
by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance
How brands are finding value in real-time communication via the microblogging site.
read nowMintel releases findings on trends in ice cream, coffeehouses and alcohol
June 10, 2009
CHICAGO — Restaurant industry research firm Mintel has released new findings about three of the hottest food and drink markets: ice cream, coffeehouses and…
read nowNPD: QSR only strength in global foodservice for 2008
June 7, 2009
CHICAGO — Among the effects of the worldwide economic downturn was fewer visits to foodservice outlets across the globe, according to market research company…
read nowRestaurant Performance Index hits highest level in nearly a year
May 28, 2009
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The outlook for the restaurant industry grew more optimistic in April, as the National Restaurant Association's comprehensive index of…
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How can restaurant operators leverage online ordering?
by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance
Keith Franklin, national sales manager for OrderUp.com, discusses online ordering and the next generation of consumers.
read nowASK THE EXPERTS: How will online ordering evolve over the next several years?
May 27, 2009
According to Food Action Group, 87 percent of consumers say they plan to use online ordering more in the future. How will that information impact restaurant…
read nowASK THE EXPERTS: What are some architectural design trends in the fast casual space?
May 27, 2009
When consumers experience fast-casual restaurants, they expect good food quickly and a nice ambiance. Keeping on top of the latest design trends is not always…
read nowNRA 2009: Five hot new products on the show floor
by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance
May 15, 2009
The 2009 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show kicked off today at Chicago's McCormick Place. The show runs May 16-19 and features new…
read nowTechnomic report: Fast casual chains grew 10% in 2008
May 12, 2009
CHICAGO — According to a new report by foodservice consultants Technomic, sales for the Top 100 fast casual chains grew 10.8 percent, totaling $16.7 billion…
read nowHospitality Solutions to intro handheld POS at NRA Show
May 11, 2009
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — Hospitality Solutions International (HSI), a division of Micros Systems Inc., has announced it will showcase its revolutionary handheld…
read nowExecutives to discuss word-of-mouth, social media marketing at NRA Show
May 10, 2009
CHICAGO — The 2009 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show will gather executives from top restaurant companies for a panel discussion on…
read nowNRA panel to discuss fast casual growth strategies
by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance
May 7, 2009
Fast casual operators will come together during the 2009 NRA Show to share their insights about the segment and its five-star value proposition.
read nowNRA events include menu beverage pairings, Salute to Excellence gala
May 6, 2009
The National Restaurant Association will feature a new event during its International Wine, Spirits & Beer show (IWSB). The Menu Pairings Event will be…
read nowNRA Show to reveal latest equipment, technology
May 5, 2009
CHICAGO — The National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show will feature the most up-to-date and innovative equipment and technology designed to…
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Chipotle founder to sit on NRA Show keynote panel
Steve Ells will participate in the interactive keynote panel, the first of its kind for NRA Show organizers, attendees.
read now2009 NRA Show to reveal food and drink trends
April 15, 2009
CHICAGO — The 2009 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show will explore the hottest restaurant menu trends happening now, as well as the…
read nowNew Summit to focus on modern pizza business
April 15, 2009
As more fast casual operators open pizzeria concepts, those executives may find it useful to attend the first Pizza Executive Summit, slated to be held June…
read nowRetail Brand Group president elected to Fast Casual Alliance board
April 14, 2009
GAITHERSBURG, Md. — Husein Kitabwalla, president of the Retail Brand Group LLC, Sodexo's award-winning retail restaurant development team, was appointed to the…
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Fast Casual Alliance launches Web site, adds board members
Board members include Rubio's, Au Bon Pain and Forklift Brands executives.
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