Leadership

Individuals influencing the direction of the restaurant industry

Where the Nov. 8 elections could quickly usher in change for restaurants

By Peter Romeo on Nov. 08, 2022

Working Lunch: Restaurateurs in Maryland and Massachusetts may feel a change in their operating environment in short order.

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Kelly Baltes named CEO of Steele Brands

By Lisa Jennings on Nov. 07, 2022

The former Maggiano's president will helm the growing parent of Crisp & Green and Stalk & Spade as it adds a third brand called Paco & Lime.

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Farmer Boys names Joseph Ortiz president, COO

By Peter Romeo on Nov. 03, 2022

He succeeds Dave Wetzel, who is retiring after a 37-year career in the restaurant business.

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Ray Risley named CEO of Via 313

By Lisa Jennings on Nov. 02, 2022

Former Whiskey Cake Kitchen & Bar president and COO will lead new growth for Detroit-style pizzeria.

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Take the rollercoaster ride that was Shoney's

By Restaurant Business Staff on Nov. 01, 2022

Restaurant Rewind: Once a dominant player in its segment, the family-dining chain sported some of the more memorable CEOs the restaurant industry has ever seen. Come see what we mean.

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Little Caesars names Greg Hamilton chief marketing officer

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 31, 2022

The 20-year veteran of the pizza chain played a key role in some of its high-profile initiatives, such as its first Super Bowl commercial.

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Tijuana Flats names Joe Christina CEO

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 31, 2022

The Orlando-based chain hired the former Church’s Texas Chicken executive to lead its growth and expand franchise development.

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Red Robin names Todd Wilson CFO amid slew of leadership changes

By Joe Guszkowski on Oct. 31, 2022

The chain also appointed a new chief legal officer and announced the departures of its CIO and chief concept officer, setting the stage for an almost entirely revamped C-suite under new CEO G.J. Hart.

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