Inspire Brands Opens First Dunkin’ and Jimmy John’s Co-Branded Location

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Two of Inspire Brands’ concepts have joined forces in the first Dunkin’ and Jimmy John’s co-branded location.

CFESA Cares Spring Scholarship Opens March 1

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CFESA will begin accepting applications for its 2022 CFESA Cares Spring Scholarship on March 1.

Defense Logistics Agency Invests in Foodservice Robots for Military Bases

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Defense Logistics Agency has signed a $1.6 million contract to automate foodservice in multiple military installations around the country by using automated food preparation robots.

The Montague Co. Taps New President

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In his new role as president, Joe Deckelman will be responsible for the day-to-day management of The Montague Co.

Structural Concepts Partners With Parts Town

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Structural Concepts Corp. is partnering with Parts Town to provide replacement parts for most of its products.

Smokey Bones To Bring QSR Vibes With Addition of Full Drive-Thru

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The drive-thru will have everything a QSR has, meeting the expectations of a traditional drive-thru customer. Smokey Bones claims it will be the first casual brand in the U.S. to open such a drive-thru.

Refrigerated Solutions Group Lands New Rep Firm

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BWA will represent Refrigerated Solutions Group brands Norlake and Master-Bilt in Texas and Oklahoma.

IFMA Projects 4.6% Foodservice Industry Growth This Year

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While the foodservice industry isn’t expected to reach 2019 operator spend levels quite yet, the International Foodservice Manufacturers Association is predicting 4.6% real growth this year compared to 2021.

Carrols Restaurant Group Taps New CEO

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Paulo Pena will succeed Daniel Accordino, 71, who announced last fall he would retire from his role as chairman, CEO and president after a 50-year career with the company.

Middleby Names President of Powerhouse Dynamics

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In his new role as president, Jay Fiske will lead all strategic and day-to-day company operations.

Longtime Hotel and Restaurant Supply Exec To Retire

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After a 50-year career at Hotel and Restaurant Supply, Ollie Wilkes, vice president of national accounts, will retire on March 4.

I Heart Mac and Cheese To Debut New Prototype Dubbed FastMac

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As more customers have turned to I Heart Mac and Cheese’s mobile app to place orders to-go since the pandemic, the Florida-based brand is looking to make the pickup experience more convenient.