From the Editor: Presence Creates Possibility

By Kelly Killian

In honor of Women’s History Month, Editor Kelly Killian opines on the importance of women leaders.

The Good News About MAFSI’s Q4 Barometer

By FER Edit

Foodservice industry expected to see positive sales upswing in second half of 2021

New CEO Takes the Reins at Culver’s

By FER Edit

Culver’s is bringing new flavor to its leadership team with the appointment of Enrique “Rick” Silva as CEO.

National Restaurant Association Cancels May Event

By FER Edit

Gathering stipulations have forced the cancellation of the National Restaurant Association 2021 Show, organizers announced today, Feb. 26. The show was previously scheduled for May 22-25 at McCormick Place in Chicago. Throughout Illinois, gatherings remain limited to no more than 50 people—a figure that falls woefully short of traditional event attendance numbers, with more than 2,300…

SHFM Pushes National Conference to December

By FER Edit

Plans for another industry event, The NAFEM Show 2021, currently remain unaltered.

TriMark, Middleby Expand Portfolios With New Facilities

By FER Edit

Two suppliers debuted new interactive foodservice-equipment facilities this week.

Research Takes Pulse of 2021 Global Restaurant Trends

By FER Edit

Technomic weighs in on the global restaurant forecast.

Longtime Leader of Hong Kong’s HOFEX to Retire

By FER Edit

UBM HKES General Manager Daniel Cheung will retire this May.

High Off-Premise Demand Is Here to Stay, Say Chains

By Lauren Coughlin

Recent moves/statements from Taco Bell, Jack in the Box and Cheesecake Factory suggest that high off-premise demand is here to stay post-pandemic.

TriMark Hockenbergs to Bid Adieu to Longtime Leader

By FER Edit

Schrack has spent more than 35 years in the foodservice industry.

From Brazil to Australia, McDonald’s Rethinks Sustainability

By FER Edit

From trays and straws to solar panels and efficient refrigerating equipment, McDonald’s across the world are amending the status quo.

Subway Appoints New SVP of Development for North America

By FER Edit

Steve Rafferty previously held roles at Dunkin’ Brands, Yum Brands and more.