NAFEM is encouraging manufacturers to know their entire supply chain as the U.S. has issued new sanctions and export controls in response to the Russia-Ukraine war.
The manufacturer of refrigerated, heated and ambient display merchandisers has promoted Doug Haworth to vice president and general manager.
As Scooter’s Coffee continues to open new stores, the coffee chain has promoted Richard Heyman to chief strategy officer for the brand and its franchise system.
Sweetgreen will be opening its first drive-thru prototype within the next year in Schaumburg, Ill.
Roll-Em-Up Taquitos executives are looking to bring together complementary brands under the umbrella of Bomb AF Brands.
Wendy’s is rolling out double-sided grills in its company-owned restaurants, a switch it expects will improve efficiency and consistency.
The 150-unit brand aims to double its footprint over the next five years.
Fat Brands is turning its focus to developing the brands in its lengthy portfolio this year after spending nearly $1 billion in acquisitions last year, adding eight new brands.
Sales projections were nearly right on target, with Q4 sales growing 17.3% over Q4 2020. MAFSI predicts a 16.8% sales increase for Q1 2022.
Equipment under the new specification will produce energy savings of up to 24 percent.