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Patrick Doyle named executive chairman at Restaurant Brands International

 By Jonathan Maze on Nov. 16, 2022

The former Domino’s CEO will make a $30 million investment in the owner of Burger King, Popeyes, Tim Hortons and Firehouse and will get options worth close to $200 million.

Leadership

Wingstop exec Stacy Peterson named CEO of Jeni’s Splendid Ice Cream

 By Lisa Jennings on Nov. 15, 2022

After nine years at the Dallas-based wings chain, Peterson will replace Jeni’s retiring CEO John Lowe.

Leadership

Friendly's parent promotes Sherif Mityas to CEO

By Peter Romeo on Nov. 15, 2022

BRIX Holdings also raised Dawn Petite to president of Friendly's after a 40-year affiliation.

Workforce

Lakisha Hunter went from gang leader to chef. Now she's showing others the way

By Peter Romeo on Nov. 15, 2022

The proprietor of Chicago's That Jerk Spot is easing youngsters with legal issues into restaurant careers.

Leadership

17-concept Fat Brands hires its first-ever chief growth officer

By Peter Romeo on Nov. 14, 2022

Jeremy Theisen joins the Twin Peaks and Fazoli's parent after two decades of expanding startups.

Leadership

Applebee's vet Elizabeth McGee joins Ruby Restaurant Group as COO

By Peter Romeo on Nov. 14, 2022

She will oversee HR and F&B innovation in addition to day-to-day ops at the parent of Ruby Slipper and Ruby Sunshine Café.

Leadership

Is this the biggest restaurant jerk of all time?

By Peter Romeo on Nov. 08, 2022

Restaurant Rewind: Victor Posner set a new depth in restaurant leadership, though he’s certainly had ample competition. Here’s how he earned his dubious distinction.

Leadership

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.

Financing

G.J. Hart’s vision for Red Robin: Better burgers and more managers

By Joe Guszkowski on Nov. 03, 2022

The new CEO wants to get the brand back on track by improving its menu and correcting past missteps.

Leadership

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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