Corporate Operations: Page 26

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    Hardee's, Carl's Jr. parent names ex-Caribou exec as CFO

    CKE is one of the latest QSRs to launch a digital loyalty program, an offering that has emerged as a key area of competition. 

    By Kaishi Chhabra • April 1, 2022
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    Gopuff laying off 3% of its global workforce

    The rapidly expanding company is cutting hundreds of positions as it faces funding challenges and a need to realign as a global business.

    By Jeff Wells • April 1, 2022
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    Menu development

    Restaurants big and small are experimenting with their menus to align with the preferences of on-the-go diners and mitigate the impact of rising food costs, supply chain disruption and shrinking consumer discretionary funds. 

    By Restaurant Dive staff
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    Papa John’s refranchises 90 units in Texas with Sun Holdings

    The move will give Sun Holdings, which will open 100 new Papa John's units in Texas by 2029, the scale to support new restaurant development.

    By • March 31, 2022
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    Red Lobster snares restaurant exec for CIO role

    IT veteran Cijoy Olickal joined the company Monday and will report directly to CEO Kelli Valade.

    By Roberto Torres • March 30, 2022
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    Sbarro will open 100-plus units with c-store focus in 2022

    The pizza chain's franchising partnerships will place the brand in Village Pantry, Turkey Hill and KwikShop locations.

    By Alicia Kelso • March 25, 2022
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    Sweetgreen to open first drive-thru in Chicago suburb

    The fast casual's first drive-thru for digital pickup orders, dubbed "Sweetlane," is part of its strategy to test new store concepts and bolster online sales.

    By • Updated Nov. 14, 2022
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    Arby's CMO dishes on Pusha T diss track

    To launch a spicy fish sandwich, the QSR tapped the rapper to take shots at McDonald's and the Filet-O-Fish.

    By Chris Kelly • March 23, 2022
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    Gopuff names new head of Kitchen division

    Amelia Riba brings international experience to the role, having previously served as chief brand officer for Pizza Hut in Europe and Latin America.

    By Jeff Wells • March 21, 2022
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    Torchy's Tacos founder returns as CEO

    Mike Rypka led the taco chain between 2006 and 2018 and succeeds former CEO GJ Hart, who retired in November.

    By • March 18, 2022
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    Starbucks shareholders urge for 'neutrality' in face of union's spread

    Seventy-three shareholders representing $3.4 trillion in assets are concerned with the optics of alleged retaliatory firings and "captive audience meetings."

    By • March 17, 2022
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    Chipotle tests Chippy, a tortilla chip-making robot

    The artificial intelligence-powered technology was created with Miso Robotics, and is being piloted in Irvine, California.

    By • March 16, 2022
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    Starbucks CEO Kevin Johnson retiring, Howard Schultz returning as interim chief

    The coffee giant hopes to find a permanent company chief this fall. In the meantime, Schultz takes the reins as the pandemic ebbs and a union drive sweeps across stores.

    By • Updated March 16, 2022
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    Wingstop's CEO steps down after 10 years

    Charlie Morrison will be succeeded by President and Chief Operating Officer Michael Skipworth, who joined the brand in December 2014. 

    By Alicia Kelso • March 15, 2022
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    Red Lobster taps Bloomin' Brands alum as CFO

    David Schmidt succeeds Craig Pommels, who left Red Lobster to become CFO of Cracker Barrel in December.

    By • March 14, 2022
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    How US restaurant chains are responding in Russia

    McDonald's, Starbucks and Yum Brands are just a few legacy restaurants ceasing store operations, development and more as the Ukraine war escalates.

    By • Updated March 17, 2022
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    Starbucks, McDonald's temporarily close units in Russia

    The major restaurant chains now pausing operations in the region include Yum Brands, Starbucks, McDonald's and Papa John's.

    By • Updated March 9, 2022
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    Famous Dave's debuts first drive-thru concept in Salt Lake City

    The unit will be tested for six months to a year before determining possible expansion plans, said Jeff Crivello, CEO of parent company BBQ Holdings.

    By • March 8, 2022
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    Jack in the Box trolls McDonald's over broken ice cream machines

    The first effort from the QSR's new public relations and integrated campaigns agency of record uses competitive sparring tactics to tap into culture.

    By Chris Kelly • March 3, 2022
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    Friendly's opens its first fast casual restaurant

    The 2,700-square-foot restaurant includes seating for 45 customers, a dedicated space for curbside pickup and online ordering for pickup or delivery. 

    By Alicia Kelso • March 2, 2022
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    Denny's refreshes 24/7 heritage with help of diverse TikTok stars

    A new brand platform targets younger diners through influencer menu collaborations positioned as different from common "hacks" in the QSR category.

    By Peter Adams • March 1, 2022
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    Domino's CEO Ritch Allison will retire, be succeeded by COO

    Russell Weiner will take the helm of the pizza giant on May 1, and current Six Flags CFO Sandeep Reddy will become Domino's CFO on April 1. 

    By • March 1, 2022
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    Firehouse Subs names RBI alum as first COO in 13 years

    Mike Hancock, a veteran of Tim Hortons and Burger King, is tasked with growing the chain's technology capabilities and expanding its network through franchise deals. 

    By • Feb. 24, 2022
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    Chipotle hikes executive pay ties to DEI, environmental targets

    Annual bonuses will be impacted by up to 15%, up from 10% in 2021.

    By • Feb. 23, 2022
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    Icahn nominates 2 McDonald's board members amid pork welfare scuffle

    While the nominees will stand for election this year, the fast food chain argues Icahn's demands for pork welfare are currently "impossible."

    By • Feb. 22, 2022
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    Fat Brands CEO and COO under federal investigation

    The Los Angeles Times reports Andrew Wiederhorn and his son are being investigated for alleged money laundering and fraud, but Fat says the company isn't the target of the probe.

    By • Feb. 22, 2022