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Duck Donuts names Eric Lavinder its first chief development officer

 By Jonathan Maze on Jan. 11, 2022

The move comes along with several other management moves as the donut chain works to support its growth.

Leadership

Krystal names David Krisher CFO

 By Jonathan Maze on Jan. 11, 2022

The burger chain said that the former Huddle House executive “brings deep restaurant experience and insight” to the role.

Leadership

Bubbakoo’s Burritos names a CFO

By Heather Lalley on Jan. 04, 2022

Christopher Ives was promoted to the top finance post after serving as VP of finance and development at the 62-unit fast casual.

Leadership

Scott Shotter named Fuzzy’s COO

By Heather Lalley on Jan. 04, 2022

Shotter comes to the 150-unit fast casual after serving as president of Condado Tacos.

Leadership

Darden CEO Gene Lee is retiring

By Joe Guszkowski on Dec. 17, 2021

The Olive Garden parent's leader of seven years will step down in May, but is expected to remain on as chairman. COO Rick Cardenas will replace him as CEO.

Marketing

Golden Corral names Skip Hanke CMO

By Jonathan Maze on Dec. 17, 2021

The former Applebee’s executive will take over marketing for the North Carolina-based buffet chain.

Leadership

Taco Bell names Sean Tresvant global chief brand officer

By Jonathan Maze on Dec. 02, 2021

He previously led marketing for Nike’s Jordan brand. He will now lead marketing efforts for the fast-food taco chain.

Leadership

Doug Thompson retires as Texas Roadhouse COO

By Jonathan Maze on Nov. 30, 2021

The longtime company employee had been in the position for three years. The retirement is effective “immediately.”

Leadership

KFC U.S. names Nick Chavez CMO

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 29, 2021

The Nintendo of America executive will lead marketing for the chicken chain.

Leadership

Papa John’s is integrating marketing, operations and technology

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 15, 2021

The pizza chain has promoted Max Wetzel to an expanded role as chief commercial officer, where he will oversee North America operations as well as marketing.

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