Steve Heeley has climbed the Pokeworks ladder. The industry veteran joined the brand in March and was promoted to CEO on Aug. 12.
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Component Hardware Group is expanding its operations after outgrowing its New Jersey distribution center and current headquarters.
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Cooking, water heating and refrigeration make up nearly 80% of energy use in restaurants, according to Online Restaurant Supplies by Stanford Sonoma. However, targeting these areas can help restaurants cut back on energy usage.
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Wendy’s is expanding its operations with upwards of 2,200 new stores — including 700 delivery kitchens — planned to open before 2025.
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The University of Pittsburgh is smoking with the launch of a new barbecue concept, Smokeland BBQ.
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The Madera Group, the parent company to more than 20 restaurant venues, announced the formation of Noble 33, a new hospitality group that will grow The Madera Group’s two existing brands, Toca Madera and Casa Madera, while developing new concepts.
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The latest Virtual NEXT event, set for Sept. 14-17, will bring the convention show floor directly to attendees by giving them the opportunity to create personalized schedules to meet with manufacturers of their choosing.
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Marco’s Pizza and Freddy’s Frozen Custard and Steakburgers announced expansion plans.
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The 42nd annual international trade show for those in the foodservice, catering and hospitality industries is scheduled for Oct. 22-26 at Fiera Milano. The show will feature more than 1,800 exhibitors from more than 40 countries to showcase the latest trends, technology and equipment.
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Dine Brands, the parent company of Applebee’s and IHOP, released its second-quarter financial report, which showed sales for Applebee’s have outperformed corresponding sales from 2019, though sales at IHOP still lag.
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