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Accusations fly in Howard Schultz's appearance before Bernie Sanders' Senate committee

 By Peter Romeo on Mar. 29, 2023

The former Starbucks chief was accused of being a regulatory scofflaw with little regard for the chain's employees. And he had a few pointed words for the senators who bashed him.

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Here are the James Beard Award chef and restaurant finalists

 By Lisa Jennings on Mar. 29, 2023

The foundation also named six Leadership Award winners, celebrated for creating a better world. And the "godmother of Indian cooking" won the Lifetime Achievement award.

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Starbucks' new CEO vows to work monthly inside the chain's coffee shops

By Jonathan Maze on Mar. 24, 2023

Laxman Narasimhan, who took over for Howard Schultz this week, promised to work a half-day shift as a barista inside one of its coffee shops each month "to keep us close to the culture and our customers."

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Papa Johns' CFO steps down

By Jonathan Maze on Mar. 22, 2023

Ann Gugino, whom the quick-service pizza chain hired in 2020, resigned as chief financial officer this week. The company said that it is searching for a replacement.

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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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Lion's Choice names Fred Burmer CEO

By Jonathan Maze on Mar. 21, 2023

The roast beef sandwich chain said that the former Yum Brands executive would take over the top spot in April.

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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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Laxman Narasimhan takes the helm at Starbucks

By Jonathan Maze on Mar. 20, 2023

The coffee chain said that its CEO-in-waiting took over the permanent position on Monday for Howard Schultz, who takes a spot on the company’s board.

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Crystal Lake is a Clear Leader for Business

Sponsored content from our partner City Of Crystal Lake on Mar. 20, 2023

When it comes to new business success, Crystal Lake is the clear leader. Crystal Lake, Illinois, a northwest Chicago suburban community of 40,000, has quickly translated the demand for new business in...

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Max Wetzel named CEO of Carl's Jr., Hardee's parent

By Jonathan Maze on Mar. 17, 2023

The former Papa Johns operations chief will take over as CEO of CKE Restaurants for Ned Lyerly.

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