Cookie Plug Installs VP of Franchise Development

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Spencer Sabatasso joins the emerging chain as it aims to sign 300 franchise units by the end of 2022.

Burkett Strengthens Business Development Team

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Daniel Wiemer will work with new and existing customers to build long-term, strategic partnerships.

Polar King Adds Technical Support Specialist

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Gordon Johnson will assist Polar King Int’l. customers with troubleshooting and problem-solving.

FER Bolsters Sales Team

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Matthew Simons will work directly with foodservice equipment manufacturers and dealers to increase brand awareness through various media options.

Shake Shack To Roll Out Kiosks Systemwide

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The over 400-unit burger chain expects all locations to have kiosks by the end of 2023, with 20 to 30 more stores adding them by the end of this year.

Steele Brands Names Former Maggiano’s President CEO

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Kelly Baltes succeeds Steele Brands founder and CEO Steele Smiley, who will transition to executive chairman of the board of directors.

Inspire Brands Installs New Chief Commercial Officer

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Dan Lynn joins Inspire Brands’ growing commercial group.

Expansion Roundup: A Look at 9 Brands’ Newly Signed Deals

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FER looks at recently announced expansion plans for three Fat Brands concepts, Bonchon, Potbelly, Donatos, Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux, Capital Tacos and WaBa Grill.

Bar Louie Taps Former Old Chicago Pizza Exec as COO

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Mike Mrlik’s responsibilities include overseeing the 70-unit brand’s redesign and franchise operations.

Farmer Boys Installs New President, COO

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Joseph Ortiz takes over as president and COO for 101-unit Farmer Boys following the retirement of David Wetzel.