The Tokyo-based fast-casual chain is looking to expand its footprint stateside with the hiring of Gregg Imamoto as the CEO for U.S. operations.
With more than 20 cafes open currently in China, the companies now plan to ramp that number up to 1,000 by 2025.
Manny Packing Previously Worked for Inspire Brands and Held Roles with Buffalo Wild Wings and Yum Brands.
For most restaurant operators, their tourism-related sales this summer remained lower than pre-pandemic levels.
KFC has landed a new CEO in 12-year veteran Sabir Sami, who will take over on Jan. 1 and succeed Tony Lowings, who is stepping down at the end of the year ahead of his retirement in early 2022.
On the heels of one of Dave and Buster’s most successful quarters, the brand announced that its CEO, Brian Jenkins, will be retiring at the end of the month.
The company announced it signed its first franchise development agreement with The Saxton Group, a large McAlister’s Deli franchisee, to open 10 Jaggers locations throughout Texas and Oklahoma.
Tech-24 has acquired Yukon Refrigeration, marking the company’s fifth add-on acquisition.
Carrie McDonald is stepping into the role of director of national accounts for the manufacturer and supplier of cutlery and accessories.
The Middleby Corp. has hired Katie Cox to serve as vice president of business development.