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True Food Kitchen names John Williams CEO

 By Joe Guszkowski on Mar. 22, 2023

The former CMO of Lazy Dog Restaurants replaces Christine Barone, who left to join Dutch Bros.

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Shannon Hennessy promoted to CEO of The Habit Burger Grill

 By Lisa Jennings on Mar. 21, 2023

After serving as brand president of The Habit Burger Grill for nearly a year, Hennessy on June 6 will replace Russ Bendel, who announced plans to retire as CEO last year.

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Tabassum Zalotrawala to lead McDonald's U.S. development

By Lisa Jennings on Mar. 15, 2023

The former CDO of Chipotle will join the fast-food chain's senior leadership team as part of growth acceleration strategy.

Leadership

Iron Skillet and Country Pride get a new head chef

By Joe Guszkowski on Mar. 14, 2023

TravelCenters of America named Maira Isabel Morales corporate executive chef for its more than 150 full-service restaurants.

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Remembering Jerry Richardson, the football star who built Hardee's

By Peter Romeo on Mar. 14, 2023

Restaurant Rewind: The man knew biscuits and burgers as well as he knew the route to the Super Bowl.

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Jerry Richardson, football star turned Hardee's biscuit maker, dies at age 86

By Peter Romeo on Mar. 13, 2023

A former owner of the Carolina Panthers NFL team, the North Carolina native made his money as a Hardee's franchisee. He would later operate Quincy's, Denny's and El Pollo Loco, among other restaurant brands.

Technology

Grubhub CEO Adam DeWitt is stepping down

By Joe Guszkowski on Mar. 13, 2023

After 11 years with the delivery company, DeWitt said "it's the right time." He’ll be replaced by Howard Migdal, CEO of sister service SkipTheDishes.

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Primanti Bros. promotes Adam Golomb to CEO

By Joe Guszkowski on Mar. 10, 2023

The CMO and president replaces David Head, who is taking a consulting role with the chain's lead investor.

Workforce

Starbucks' Howard Schultz agrees to testify before a Senate committee

By Peter Romeo on Mar. 07, 2023

Facing a possible subpoena, the CEO accepted a pointed invitation to appear before the Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee, which is chaired by Bernie Sanders.

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Former Goldman Sachs VP Jared Garber named CFO of Just Salad

By Lisa Jennings on Mar. 07, 2023

With more than 70 units, the New York City-based chain is preparing for rapid growth.

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