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Brian Niccol named Chipotle chairman as Steve Ells steps down

 By Jonathan Maze on Mar. 06, 2020

The company’s founder had been the chain’s executive chairman and called Niccol “the right person to lead Chipotle.”

Leadership

Jimmy John’s names Darin Dugan chief marketing officer

 By Jonathan Maze on Mar. 05, 2020

The former Sonic marketing executive has held several leadership positions with Applebee’s and Kraft.

Leadership

Phil Hickey, Scott Redler, Joe Essa named the restaurant business’ top operators

Mar. 04, 2020

Along with fellow Silver Plate winner Brandon Chrostowski, a fine-dining chef-turned-educator and trainer, the three are finalists for one of foodservice’s top honors, the Gold Plate Award.

Financing

Yum Brands buys leadership development program Heartstyles

By Jonathan Maze on Mar. 03, 2020

The KFC, Pizza Hut and Taco Bell owner’s latest acquisition gives it a leadership development program for restaurant managers.

Leadership

Arby’s names Patrick Schwing CMO

By Jonathan Maze on Mar. 02, 2020

The former Procter & Gamble executive will oversee advertising, digital innovation, menu development and brand experience.

Leadership

Il Fornaio’s new owner names Michael Beatrice CEO

By Peter Romeo on Feb. 25, 2020

The 24-year chain veteran will oversee the concept’s U.S. expansion.

Leadership

B. Smith, perception-smashing NYC restaurateur, dies at age 70

By Peter Romeo on Feb. 24, 2020

The former model succumbed to Alzheimer’s after a seven-year battle.

Leadership

Focus Brands names Jim Holthouser CEO

By Jonathan Maze on Feb. 20, 2020

The operator of Auntie Anne’s, Cinnabon and other concepts named the former Hilton executive to replace the retiring Steve DeSutter.

Financing

Outback’s parent airs alternatives to a sale

By Peter Romeo on Feb. 18, 2020

Suitors have come forth for Bloomin’ Brands’ Brazilian operations, but not for the company as a whole, officials say.

Leadership

Papa John’s taps Amanda Clark to head development

By Jonathan Maze on Feb. 18, 2020

The Louisville, Ky.-based chain named the former Taco Bell executive chief development officer.

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