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Starbird inks largest franchise deal ever with 36-unit Texas expansion through Mac Haik Restaurant Group
PRESS RELEASE: The Bay Area chicken brand partners with Mac Haik Restaurant Group to open locations in Houston, Austin and San Antonio starting in 2027
Markets
Next-Gen Franchise Leaders Modernize Family Businesses at Schlotzsky’s and Auntie Anne’s
For second-generation franchisees, stepping into leadership often means balancing loyalty to a parent’s legacy with the realities of running a modern operation. In the GoTo Foods system, two daughters of longtime operators have lived that dynamic firsthand, inheriting stores built by their families and ushering them into a new era. These owners occupy a unique […] The post Next-Gen Franchise Leaders Modernize Family Businesses at Schlotzsky’s and Auntie Anne’s appeared first on QSR Magazine.
Markets
George Clooney regroups with Casamigos founders on new nonalcoholic beer
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Markets
Pieter Elbers Turned IndiGo Into a Global Contender. An Operational Meltdown Undid His Leadership
The rushed departure of Pieter Elbers, who was tasked with bringing IndiGo to the global stage, unfolded quickly after a major operational setback in December 2025.
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Markets
Why restaurant industry leaders are pushing for updated immigrant work permit legislation
Through Seat the Table, groups like the James Beard Foundation support immigrant worker reform like the Dignity Act of 2025
Markets
Greg Levin’s CEO Journey at Starbird Begins with Storytelling
Greg Levin refers to his operating style as being a “service and hospitality hawk.” He doesn’t conduct a ton of interviews or get out front and speak publicly about his plans. What he likes to do, though, is sit in restaurants, pull up a table, and watch customers engage with the brand. This approach followed […] The post Greg Levin’s CEO Journey at Starbird Begins with Storytelling appeared first on QSR Magazine.
Markets
Chicago chef Charlie McKenna has opened Fatback, a hybrid sandwich shop, butcher, and market
The new concept is a partnership with a local hospitality powerhouse, the Fifty/50 Group
Markets
Canadian Travel to the U.S. Keeps Falling — Now for 13 Straight Months
There are few signs the trend will reverse given recent moves by airlines and survey data.
Markets
Hilton Launches AI Planner Tool To Meet Travelers’ Conversational Searches
Hilton’s new AI trip planning tool reflects how hotel groups are trying to stay visible while travelers increasingly use conversational prompts to plan and search trips.
Markets
Taco Bell makes Nacho Fries permanent, teases more LTOs
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Markets
Chipotle brings back tattoo promotion for Friday the 13th
The chain is teaming up with hip-hop musician Swae Lee to create a temporary tattoo flash sheet
Markets
Jimmy John’s promotes CMO Darin Dugan to brand president
Kate Carpenter is named new head of marketing
Growth
Scott and Jacob Margroff discuss flavor and innovation at Strickland’s
Menu Talk: The Ohio ice cream concept recently opened a franchise in Southern California
Markets
IHG To Review Climate Target After Emissions Rise In 2025
IHG must decide in 2026 whether to reset, revise or abandon its climate targets after a second year of rising emissions.
Markets
Starbucks launches new online merch shop with first access for highest tier Rewards members
The new Starbucks Rewards program with three tiers launched on March 10
Technology
IndiGo CEO Elbers steps down months after airline’s worst-ever crisis; Rahul Bhatia to take interim charge
IndiGo has announced the immediate resignation of CEO Pieter Elbers, a move that takes effect without delay. In the interim, Rahul Bhatia, the company's Managing Director, has been tasked with overseeing operations during this pivotal time. This change follows a tumultuous period for the airline, as the board approved Mr. Elbers' departure, paving the way for Mr.
Markets
French fry maker Lamb Weston urged to double cost cuts by activist investor
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Technology
Airbnb Appoints Former Uber Safety Exec as Global Head of Operations
Consider the complexity that Fuldner is walking into. Airbnb is tasking him with reshaping the company's teams and systems into a unified "intelligent platform." All this, while Airbnb is launching new verticals, and trying to become a native AI app.
Markets
Bennigan’s honors Irish roots with 50th anniversary Blarney Blast
PRESS RELEASE: Month-long St. Patrick’s Day promotion features limited-time signature cocktails, themed food items and ‘2 for $50’ bundle
Operations
From menu cuts to electric grills: How Indian restaurants are tiding over the LPG crisis
Tensions in West Asia have disrupted LPG supply to India. Many restaurants and eateries across the country are finding it hard to source commercial cylinders, and are resorting to various ways to keep their kitchens running.
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