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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.

Financing

Strong year nets Starbucks CEO a bigger paycheck

By Jonathan Maze on Jan. 27, 2020

Kevin Johnson’s pay package increased 36% in the company’s past fiscal year, thanks largely to incentives.

Leadership

Building an empire

By Heather Lalley on Jan. 27, 2020

Boka Restaurant Group— which won the 2019 James Beard Foundation Award for Outstanding Restaurateur—operates nearly 20 one-off restaurants, bars and coffee shops and has almost 2,000 employees. Here’s how a little luck, lots of hard work and, importantly, thoughtful team-building created a restaurant empire.

Leadership

Chuck E. Cheese’s parent hires new CEO

By Peter Romeo on Jan. 20, 2020

The new leader comes from the family entertainment business, with deep experience in theme parks.

Leadership

Papa John's vet lands atop Papa Gino's, D'Angelo as CEO

By Peter Romeo on Jan. 17, 2020

Tom Sterrett succeeds Bill Van Epps in the top job for New England Authentic Eats.

Leadership

Chipotle CEO Brian Niccol named 2020 Restaurant Leader of the Year

By Peter Romeo on Jan. 16, 2020

The veteran marketer and brand leader was cited for his focus on culture and emphasis on innovation that have helped the chain rebound.

Leadership

Story time with Ruth’s Chris CEO Cheryl Henry

By Peter Romeo on Jan. 14, 2020

The steakhouse chief took a different approach to highlighting her charge’s strategy. Gather around to hear the account.

Leadership

First Watch hires a chief transformation officer

By Peter Romeo on Jan. 14, 2020

Greg Barber joins the daytime-dining chain after nearly a decade with PepsiCo.

Leadership

Jack in the Box promotes a trio of new executives

By Jonathan Maze on Jan. 13, 2020

Adrienne Ingoldt was named chief brand and experience officer, Jennifer Kennedy was named chief product and innovation officer and Sarah Super was named chief risk officer.

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