Carbone Takes Over as CEO of Panera Brands

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After several months as interim CEO of Panera Brands Inc., Paul Carbone is settling in more permanently.

Safety Organization Rolls Out PFAS-Free Certification

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Manufacturers of food equipment materials, nonfood compounds and chemicals can officially certify their products as PFAS-free under NSF’s newest guideline.

Zaxbys Puts AI To Use in the Drive-Thru

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Atlanta-based chicken chain Zaxbys is adding AI camera timers to help modernize its off-premise operations.

Jamba Refreshes Image, Experience in New Design

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Jamba is brightening its image, unveiling a streamlined prototype that it’s coined “Hello Sunshine.”

Rapids Hires Business Development Lead

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Rapids & Affiliates has appointed Steve West its business development lead for the Upper Midwest market.

Permul Ltd. President Named MAFSI Board Pres

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This week, Stephanie Perry was announced as the 64th president of MAFSI, serving a two-year term that began Feb. 26.

Expansion Roundup: Brands Court New Markets, Franchisees

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As March Madness gets underway, select restaurant brands’ teams also are making strategic moves.

Two Earn Promotions at Firebirds

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Steve Sturm, who has been with Firebirds Wood Fired Grill since its inception in 2000, is stepping up to serve as chief operating officer of the chain, while Andy Seiple becomes Firebirds’ corporate executive chef.

East Coast Chain &pizza Reaches New Junction

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The fast-casual &pizza is looking to double, quadruple and then keep going as it sets out to reach 300 units by the end of 2030.

T&S Brass Appoints International Marketing Manager

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The South Carolina-based manager most recently played a part in the growth of the consumer brand Ryobi.

Yum Brands Gains New Partner, Proprietary AI Tech

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Taco Bell parent company Yum Brands is furthering its adventures with AI with a fresh provider partnership announced this week.

Int’l. Dairy Queen Serves News of New COO

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A former Domino’s Pizza executive is ready for his next sweet spot.