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P.F. Chang's CEO Damola Adamolekun steps down

 By Joe Guszkowski on Jul. 31, 2023

He’s returning to Paulson & Co., the private-equity firm that owns the chain. P.F. Chang’s board member Rohit Manocha will take over on an interim basis.

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Former Yum Brands CEO Greg Creed joins Craveworthy Brands board as advisor

 By Lisa Jennings on Jul. 31, 2023

The portfolio company launched earlier this year by former Jimmy John's CEO Gregg Majewski has plans for multi-brand franchise growth. That's a topic Creed knows a little something about.

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Ruby Slipper Restaurant Group and Zaxby's name new executives

By Reyna Estrada and Joe Guszkowski on Jul. 28, 2023

Executive Summary: A roundup of high-level hirings and promotions in the restaurant business includes changes for Newk’s Eatery and SPB Hospitality.

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Bloomin' promotes Sheilina Henry to president of Fleming's

By Joe Guszkowski on Jul. 27, 2023

The industry veteran and operations specialist has spent more than a decade at Bloomin’, most recently as group vice president of diversity, equity and inclusion and off-premise dining.

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Nothing Bundt Cakes names Dolf Berle CEO

By Jonathan Maze on Jul. 25, 2023

The former Topgolf and Dave & Buster’s executive will now operate the 500-unit specialty cake chain.

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Revisiting the life of Benihana founder Rocky Aoki, you may need to wear a helmet

By Peter Romeo on Jul. 25, 2023

Restaurant Rewind: Calling the wrestler-turned-playboy a free spirit is like saying Michael Jordan could shoot.

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What's next for Jersey Mike's? CEO-owner Peter Cancro is thinking

By Peter Romeo on Jul. 25, 2023

The addition of a second concept and overseas expansion are probabilities. A change in ownership is also possible, he says.

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With James O'Reilly taking the helm, Perkins and Huddle House are updating their stories

By Peter Romeo on Jul. 21, 2023

The new CEO says sharpening the brand positions of the venerable family-dining chains is a top priority.

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KFC and Paytronix name new executives

By Reyna Estrada and Joe Guszkowski on Jul. 21, 2023

Executive Summary: A roundup of high-level hirings and promotions in the restaurant business includes changes for First Watch and Square.

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Maggiano's President Steve Provost to retire

By Joe Guszkowski on Jul. 20, 2023

The longtime Brinker executive, industry veteran and onetime presidential speechwriter will step down at the end of August.

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