Corporate Operations: Page 17

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    The major turning points in Starbucks’ battle with Starbucks Workers United

    The chain and the union have escalated their confrontation with store closures, firings, month-long strikes and a fight over transformative contract proposals.

    By • Dec. 22, 2022
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    Franchise spotlight: Dog Haus to more than triple store count with 100-unit pipeline

    The 51-unit hot dog brand is generating 10 to 20 calls from prospective franchisees each day, and expects momentum to continue well into 2024. 

    By • Dec. 21, 2022
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    Trendline

    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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    McDonald’s security chief sues chain, CEO Chris Kempczinski for racial discrimination

    Michael Peaster, McDonald’s outgoing VP of global safety, security and intelligence, alleges the chain retaliated against him for contradicting Kempczinski during a meeting.

    By • Dec. 20, 2022
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    Starbucks union turns up pressure with strikes, gift card boycott

    Starbucks Workers United is flexing its muscle with temporary walkouts and calls to enlist consumers and other unions in its fight with the coffee giant.

    By • Dec. 19, 2022
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    Freshii sells to Foodtastic for $54.5M

    Cash-strapped Freshii, which operates 37 U.S. locations out of 330-plus North American stores, marks Foodtastic’s second restaurant buy this month. 

    By • Dec. 19, 2022
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    KFC announces new chief development officer, legal officer

    Ben Dubost, the incoming CDO, and Kate Ward, the incoming CLO, both have experience working in franchising and development.

    By • Dec. 19, 2022
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    McDonald’s supply chain will be powered by solar

    The burger giant’s collaboration with its supply chain partners and the Blue Jay solar project will allow all of McDonald’s warehouses and distribution centers to run on renewable energy. 

    By • Dec. 15, 2022
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    How can c-stores challenge fast food restaurants in 2023?

    Offering more discounts on meals and creating a relaxing in-store environment can go a long way, one expert says.

    By Brett Dworski • Dec. 15, 2022
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    Nathan’s Famous offers 50% off franchise fee for store conversions

    Operators who convert their restaurants to Nathan’s Famous can save roughly $15,000 on fees and gain access to the hot dog chain’s virtual brands. 

    By • Dec. 14, 2022
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    Deep Dive

    9 campaigns that boosted the mood in 2022

    Amid economic woes, an ongoing war and a series of controversies, efforts by McDonald’s, Domino’s and Chipotle found a way to cut through the noise. 

    By Peter Adams , Jessica Deyo , Sara Karlovitch • Dec. 14, 2022
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    Jack in the Box’s largest franchisee buys Nick the Greek

    Anil Yadav’s YTG Enterprises has acquired a controlling stake in the 48-unit chain just over a year after it bought Taco Cabana for $85 million. 

    By • Dec. 13, 2022
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    Jack in the Box CFO to resign

    Tim Mullany, who oversaw the company’s $575 million acquisition of Del Taco, will leave his post in February after two years with the chain.

    By • Dec. 13, 2022
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    Starbucks ties NFTs to loyalty program in beta launch

    Starbucks Odyssey allows users to complete interactive challenges in exchange for NFTs and rewards points that unlock exclusive experiences.

    By Jessica Deyo • Dec. 12, 2022
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    Franchise spotlight: Eggs Up Grill leans into hot breakfast segment, accelerates growth

    Twenty-five years after opening its first restaurant in South Carolina, the breakfast chain signed a 30-unit development deal, its largest yet.

    By • Dec. 12, 2022
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    Love’s grows franchise partnership with Bojangles next year

    The retailer will open its 10th Bojangles in February in Jacksonville, Florida, as part of its 40-location franchise agreement.

    By Brett Dworski • Dec. 12, 2022
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    Krispy Kreme appoints Mars exec as CFO

    Long-time Mars executive Jeremiah Ashukian will take over the top finance role at the doughnut chain in January. 

    By • Dec. 9, 2022
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    Fiesta Restaurant Group CEO resigns, interim named

    Dirk Montgomery, who has served as the company’s CFO since 2019, will act as interim CEO until the company finds a permanent replacement. 

    By • Dec. 9, 2022
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    Pret A Manger franchisee to develop 40 units in California

    Dallas Holdings, which operates eight Pret cafes in the U.K., will open new units as the 550-unit chain aims to double its store count in five years. 

    By • Dec. 7, 2022
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    Sweetgreen COO to depart as chain inches toward profitability

    Chris Carr will be replaced by SVP Stephanie Traut on Jan. 1 as the salad chain strives for profitability amid growing unit counts and financial losses.

    By • Dec. 7, 2022
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    Franchise spotlight: How Wings & Rings found new direction after rebrand

    A year after changing its name, the company has boosted franchisee interest with discounted fees, new store designs and a more efficient POS system.

    By • Dec. 7, 2022
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    Potbelly accelerates franchise momentum with 25 new units

    Four existing franchisees plan to open additional units over the next six years, which will help the fast casual chain reach its goal of 2,000 units. 

    By • Dec. 6, 2022
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    California Pizza Kitchen appoints former Perkins exec as CEO

    Jeff Warne, a CPK board member since 2020, will lead the chain as it prepares to grow domestically and internationally. 

    By • Dec. 5, 2022
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    Papa Johns names first Latino CDO

    Prior to this appointment, Elias Reyna worked as an HR lead for ABM Industries, Tesoro, Shell and Papa Johns.

    By Caroline Colvin • Dec. 2, 2022
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    Rego Restaurant Group hires Zaxby’s exec to lead development

    Vanessa Fox will oversee franchise-focused growth for Quiznos and Taco Del Mar, which are seeking scale through modular restaurant builds. 

    By • Dec. 2, 2022
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    Subway, Chick-fil-A alert customers on lettuce crunch

    Dole's COO warned of "complete crop failure in the industry" driven by extreme heat.

    By Alejandra Carranza • Dec. 2, 2022