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Another executive is leaving Starbucks as the company changes its structure

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 18, 2022

John Culver, a 20-year veteran of the coffee giant, is leaving after the company opted to eliminate its chief operating officer function.

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Naf Naf Middle Eastern Grill names Nico Nieto CMO

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 16, 2022

The experienced marketing professional will lead advertising, loyalty and promotional programs at the 35-unit chain.

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Chad Gretzema named Del Taco brand president

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 05, 2022

John Cappasola has stepped down as the chain’s chief executive following its sale to Jack in the Box.

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Why Charlie Morrison left Wingstop for an upstart

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 03, 2022

A Deeper Dive: The new chief executive of Salad and Go explains his job change and explains why the drive-thru salad chain could become the next big thing.

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Charlie Morrison’s big bet

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 03, 2022

Salad and Go was a relative unknown outside of its core market, until it convinced the head of 1,700-unit Wingstop to become its CEO. Here’s the story behind the potentially revolutionary chain he now leads.

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