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Taco John’s names Kelly Hopper CFO

 By Jonathan Maze on Feb. 18, 2020

The former Yum Brands and TGI Fridays executive will take over financial leadership for the Wyoming-based Mexican chain.

Financing

Checkers & Rally’s names Frances Allen CEO

 By Jonathan Maze on Feb. 17, 2020

The longtime industry executive takes over for Rick Silva, who has left the company after 13 years.

Leadership

Gregg Scarlett named U.S. chief of Carrabba’s, Bonefish

By Peter Romeo on Feb. 13, 2020

He will continue to oversee the domestic operations of Outback. In another change, Liz Smith is stepping down as executive chairwoman.

Financing

Whataburger names Janelle Sykes CFO

By Jonathan Maze on Feb. 10, 2020

The San Antonio-based burger chain also named Sylvester Johnson chief data and analytics officer.

Leadership

Taco Bell names Nikki Lawson global chief brand officer

By Jonathan Maze on Feb. 07, 2020

The longtime executive previously led KFC in the South Pacific.

Financing

Peet’s parent company names Scott Gray CFO

By Jonathan Maze on Feb. 05, 2020

The newly created JDE Peet’s also named several new directors.

Financing

Investor pushes for more say in direction of Outback’s parent

By Peter Romeo on Feb. 03, 2020

Jana Partners said it intends to put up two candidates for Bloomin’ Brands eight-person board.

Financing

Boston Market names Eric Wyatt CEO

By Jonathan Maze on Feb. 03, 2020

He takes over for the departing Frances Allen, who is leaving “for a new venture.”

Leadership

National Restaurant Association names new officers

By Peter Romeo on Jan. 31, 2020

Galatoire’s longtime chief Melvin Rodrigue will assume the chairmanship, while Louisiana Restaurant Association chief Stan Harris will take the top spot at the Association's Educational Foundation.

Leadership

Mike Archer named CEO of Lou Malnati’s

By Peter Romeo on Jan. 31, 2020

His appointment follows the sale of Archer's previous charge, Houlihan's.

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