leadership

Leadership

Wyman Roberts’ career in food has been all about people

The outgoing CEO of Brinker International reflects on his impact over 17 years at the Chili’s and Maggiano’s parent.

Leadership

Clean Juice names Tripp Setliff COO

Setliff previously held executive posts with Jersey Mike’s Subs and Cici’s Pizza.

Kevin Hochman, president of KFC U.S., will head Chili’s parent company. Dyke Shipp, KFC’s division president, will replace him at KFC for the short-term.

The health-focused chain’s founder, Matthew Corrin, becomes executive chairman, while Victor Diab joins the Toronto-based brand as CFO.

The company has a new CEO in Kelli Valade and a new brand in Keke’s that it’s betting will help it accelerate growth for years to come.

Boland, who held a similar post with the company until last year, will oversee employee recruitment, engagement and company culture.

SOC Investment Group wants other shareholders to vote against a pay package for the KFC owner’s top executives, citing one-time awards based on unit count growth.

The experienced hospitality marketer joins the 20-unit brewpub chain as it looks to expand.

He has 35 years of experience working with numerous brands, including Bloomin’ Brands, Wendy’s and Arby’s.

A positive attitude and a non-stop motor have helped the Sonic brand president, the 2022 Restaurant Leader of the Year, overcome any challenge, from learning English to facing a pandemic.

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