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On The QSR Evolution Conference Agenda: Lola Beans CEO Donny Bradley
We continue a new series introducing the speakers for September’s QSR Evolution Conference with Donny Bradley, founder and CEO of rising coffee chain Lola Beans. Bradly will be taking the stage for the session, “Is Your Restaurant Easy to Work In?” at 10 a.m. on September 9.
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Artistry Restaurants Names Tony Read Brand President of Hickory Tavern
Tony Read brings over 30 years of experience. Artistry Restaurants has announced the appointment of Tony Read to Brand President of its Hickory Tavern chain of restaurants.
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Arnaud’s Restaurant Unveils New Summer Dining and Cocktail Program
Arnaud’s Restaurant is inviting guests to board a summer of specials with Summer Takes Flight at Arnaud’s, a seasonal dining and cocktail program featuring value-driven menus, themed beverage flights, destination-inspired bar experiences, and special summer events.
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Wendy’s Names Steve Cirulis CFO and Chief Strategy Officer
The Wendy’s Company announced the appointment of Steve Cirulis as Chief Financial Officer and Chief Strategy Officer, effective June 23, 2026. He will report to President and Chief Executive Officer Bob Wright and serve on Wendy’s Senior Leadership Team.
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Restaurant365 Appoints Kate Hastings as Chief Customer Officer
Restaurant365, the leading restaurant management platform, announced the appointment of Kate Hastings as Chief Customer Officer (CCO).
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Kura Sushi Partners with Honkai: Star Rail for Nationwide Anime-Inspired Promotion
Trailblazers and sushi enthusiasts, prepare to board the Astral Express!
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Firehouse Subs is Quietly on the Cusp of a Major Growth Run
At its investor day, Restaurant Brands International shared it expected 300–400 net new restaurants per year in the U.S. and Canada going forward.
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Smoothie King Targets New York Growth with Penfield Opening
Smoothie King, driven by a deep commitment to care for its guests and communities and guided by its vision to make the world a better place by nourishing healthy habits, is continuing its broader growth strategy by focusing on expanding into high-potential northern markets.
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New Beverage Concept Rolling Joe’s To Open Later This Year Near Southern Methodist University
Rollin Joe’s, a new beverage-forward concept blending premium coffee, espresso-driven drinks, matcha, teas, refreshers, smoothies, energy beverages and elevated grab-and-go bites is set to open in late Summer/early Fall 2026 at 3411 Asbury St, Dallas, TX, across from Southern ...
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Pizza Hut, Anchor Packaging Earn APR Recycling Leadership Award for Wing Bowl Innovation
The redesigned Pizza Hut Wing Bowl is an innovative step forward for foodservice.
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Swiggy Instamart’s COO Ankit Jain, CBO Hari Kumar Step Down
Swiggy’s quick commerce arm Instamart has reportedly witnessed two key senior leadership exits. As per a report by Moneycontrol, chief operating officer (COO) Ankit Jain and chief business officer (CBO) Hari Kumar have stepped down from their roles.
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The ‘Little to No Breathing Room’ Reality for Restaurants
Many restaurants are profitable in theory, but cash-constrained in reality because, while they are generating revenue, that money is immediately reinvested in day-to-day operations, according to a new study by Clarify Capital.
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Quick Commerce Race Heats Up: Flipkart Minutes Eyes 1,500 Dark Stores, Amazon 300 Cities
The battle for India’s quick commerce market is heating up, with Amazon and Flipkart announcing aggressive expansion plans for their respective quick commerce businesses, Amazon Now and Flipkart Minutes.
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MoEngage Acquires US-Based AI Startup Aampe To Scale Agentic Marketing
SaaS major MoEngage has acquired San Francisco-based AI infrastructure startup Aampe to strengthen its customer engagement stack.
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Meet the Brothers Fueling Golden Chick’s Next Wave of Growth in Texas
Golden Chick has roughly 250 U.S. locations. It was 8 p.m. when the notification came through. A customer had used the digital feedback form printed on the bottom of a Golden Chick receipt to report a missing side of macaroni and cheese.
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Tropical Smoothie Cafe Opens in Fort Hood, Texas
Tropical Smoothie Cafe announced the expansion of its non-traditional footprint with a new location at U.S. Army Fort Hood in Fort Hood, Texas, expected to open later this year.
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Denny’s Teams With Coca-Cola and MLS for Soccer-Themed Sweepstakes
Denny’s is kicking off the summer with a refreshing chance to win big as the world’s greatest game officially arrives on home turf! America’s Diner is teaming up with Coca-Cola, Major League Soccer (MLS) and U.S.
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