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Environmentalists urge restaurants to accept all-electric kitchens

An alliance is asking the California Restaurant Association to drop its opposition to a ban on gas-fired equipment and collaborate on an all-electric future.

Workforce

Colo. expands eligibility for overtime pay

As of 2021, salaried employees earning less than $45,500 will be entitled to time and a half for hours exceeding 12 per day or 40 per week.

Financing

Chopt acquires Dos Toros to form new holding company

L Catterton will back the venture, which intends to gather growth concepts that are still influenced by their founders.

Leadership

Chuck E. Cheese’s parent hires new CEO

The new leader comes from the family entertainment business, with deep experience in theme parks.

Leadership

Papa John's vet lands atop Papa Gino's, D'Angelo as CEO

Tom Sterrett succeeds Bill Van Epps in the top job for New England Authentic Eats.

Marketing

Chick-fil-A, Olive Garden also win in ‘Jeopardy!’ showdown

A ranking of chain commercials by consumer engagement shows the game program delivered for its restaurant sponsors.

Operations

The Future of the Supply Chain

Expect lots of small changes, but there's no magic bullet on the horizon.

Topics

12 reveals from this week’s big restaurant event

The three dozen chains participating in the ICR Conference provided plenty of aha moments. Here’s a sampling of the surprising tidbits that were aired.

Leadership