Joe Warren & Sons Acquires Service Company

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The acquisition of Aable Restaurant Equipment Service will allow JWS to expand its reach in New Hampshire.

Tropical Smoothie Cafe Gains New Owner

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Blackstone aims to accelerate the fast-casual brand’s already-rapid expansion.

Hot Dog Chain Appoints Former Starbucks Exec

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The new hire will oversee sales and business development teams for domestic and international growth.

With Art Immersion, Kura Sushi Differentiates New Global Flagship

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The store, opening April 25, offers a new way to order and interact with the brand.

Flynn Group to Grow Applebee’s Stake By Dozens

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The group gained 26 units from a fellow franchisee, plus has plans to develop more.

Marra Forni Promotes Marketing Director

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The director’s efforts have led to more sales, leads and brand awareness for the manufacturer.

Cook-and-Hold Oven Maker Hires Sales Manager

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Jania Tung brings 29-plus years of culinary, residential kitchen and commercial equipment sales experience to the role.

Chipotle Breaks Into New Country, Premieres New Design

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The brand makes its first new-country debut in more than a decade, with more international units to come.

Tex-Mex Chain Shares Host of Updates

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With new ownership, among other changes, unit renovations are in the pipeline for this Florida-based brand.

Chains Grow Unit Count at Highest Rate in Years

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Technomic says an upswing in openings, plus rising prices, helped grow Top 500 chain restaurant sales.