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Financing

Jeff Bezos returns from space with a stellar gift for Jose Andres: $100M

 By Peter Romeo on Jul. 21, 2021

The chef was the recipient of one of the Amazon founder's "Courage & Civility Awards" and will use the funds on his World Central Kitchen.

Leadership

Greg Trojan to retire as BJ's CEO

 By Peter Romeo on Jul. 06, 2021

The nine-year veteran will be succeeded by President and CFO Greg Levin. Thomas Houdek will become financial chief.

Leadership

Red Lobster names former Chili's chief Kelli Valade CEO

By Peter Romeo on Jul. 01, 2021

Currently Black Box CEO, Valade will succeed Kim Lopdrup at the seafood giant on Aug. 2.

Leadership

Kim Lopdrup to retire as Red Lobster CEO

By Peter Romeo on Jun. 28, 2021

He'll remain in the job until a replacement is named. The search has already commenced, according to the company.

Leadership

Bloomin’ Brands adds to its executive leadership team

By Patricia Cobe on Jun. 21, 2021

Outback's parent promotes Mark Graff to senior vice president of business development and financial planning.

Leadership

In-N-Out President Lynsi Snyder ranked as Glassdoor's top restaurant chief

By Peter Romeo on Jun. 16, 2021

The reclusive heir to the chain's co-founders enjoys a higher rating from employees than any other restaurant executive can claim.

Financing

Mercato Partners hires former Garbanzo Mediterranean CEO as operating partner

By Joe Guszkowski on Jun. 16, 2021

James Park will help guide Mercato's restaurant-focused Savory Fund as it looks to invest in more growth concepts.

Leadership

ClearPath Franchise Match names its executive team

By Jonathan Maze on Jun. 10, 2021

The firm, which works to connect franchisors with “growth-oriented franchisees,” named Helen Lao CEO, Marci DuBois president and Carolyne Canady and Madison Jobe executive advisors.

Leadership

Restaurant Brands International CEO José Cil is the Restaurant Leader of the Year

By Jonathan Maze on Jun. 07, 2021

He beat out a tough field on the back of the strength of Popeyes' chicken sandwich and the company’s strong international presence.

Leadership

How the past lit a path through the pandemic for 5 top industry leaders

By Peter Romeo on Jun. 04, 2021

The chain CEOs vying to be Restaurant Leader of the Year explain how they found direction in key experiences from their past.

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