Leadership
CEO v. CEO: Dutch Bros. Christine Barone and Portillo's Michael Osanloo face off
It was more collegial executive exchange than smack down, but the leaders of the drive-thru coffee concept and fast-casual Italian beef concept shared notes on growth, menu innovation and digital tech at the Restaurant Leadership Conference in Phoenix.
Leadership
Former Tropical Smoothie CEO takes helm at Smalls Sliders
Charles Watson replaces former Smalls CEO Maria Rivera, who left the 24-unit fast-casual chain last month. Investors hope he can replicate the smoothie chain's franchise growth.