New CEO Takes Charge at Recently Acquired Freddy’s

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Chris Dull, former president and CEO of Global Franchise Group, has replaced Freddy’s co-founder Randy Simon as CEO of Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers.

Denny’s Executives Tout Impact of Chain’s New Virtual Brands

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About 70% of transactions from The Burger Den occurred during dinner and late-night dayparts, compared to approximately 35% for the traditional Denny’s brand.

Topgolf Founders’ Puttshack Tees Up for Growth With Investment

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It may not have a traditional golf course, but Puttshack is still seeing the green.

Iowa Manufacturer Appoints Director of Marketing, Product Management

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High-speed oven and microwave oven manufacturer ACP Inc. announced the hire of Sara Reasner as its director of marketing and product management.

Over 186K Restaurants Have Sought Federal Relief; 16K Funded A Week Later

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About 186,200 restaurants, including 97,600 priority businesses, have applied for the $28.6 billion Restaurant Revitalization Fund in a two-day span.

Bojangles Sketches Multi-Year Growth Plan Involving New Markets

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The latest deal with Chaac Foods Restaurants is the second major franchise development this year for the Southern chicken chain.

Burger King To Test Sustainable Packaging Alternatives in Miami

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The chain will test alternatives to eight of its most-used, guest-facing items as part of a pilot program while also expanding its test markets for reusables.

Tao Group Hospitality Acquires Hakkasan Group

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The brands believe the newly combined company will be well-positioned to take advantage of “pent-up demand, setting the stage for long-term growth.”

Ohio Distributor Gains Territory, Henny Penny Products In Acquisition

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Cleveland-based foodservice equipment distributor Kappus acquired fellow Ohio distributor Remagen on May 1.

Poll Takes Pulse of How, If Consumers Will Dine This Mother’s Day

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Research firm Technomic shares its findings on consumer dining plans for this Mother’s Day.

BurgerFi Appoints Chief Marketing Officer

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Henry Gonzalez has served as a contractor for the fast-casual chain since the beginning of the year, but his foodservice industry roots run much deeper.

Equipex Names New Sales, Marketing Reps in MAFSI Region 2

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BSE North and Gabriel Group will represent the manufacturer across portions of MAFSI Region 2.