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Leadership

Papa John’s names Rob Lynch CEO

The former Arby’s executive will take over for Steve Ritchie as the company opts to overhaul its executive post.

Leadership

John Schnatter endorses the new Papa John’s CEO

The company’s founder, who has exited all of his roles and is selling stock, again said that the chain needed to replace its leadership.

Financing

John Schnatter keeps selling his Papa John’s stock

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 26, 2019

The chain’s founder and former CEO sold 250,000 more shares last week as he continues unwinding his holdings.

Financing

Blaze Pizza guns for Domino's

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 21, 2019

The chain, which has been testing larger pies, will soon compete more directly with legacy pizza concepts, and its co-founder is “thrilled,” says RB’s The Bottom Line.

Financing

Pizza Hut plans to close hundreds of U.S. units

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 01, 2019

The brand will quickly replace the restaurants with takeout and delivery locations as it accelerates its shift away from dine-in.

Technology

Pizza Hut tests a cubby-based pickup concept

By Jonathan Maze on Jul. 25, 2019

The concept in Los Angeles features specially lined cubbies with digital displays for pickup orders.

Financing

Domino’s defends its delivery turf

By Jonathan Maze on Jul. 17, 2019

Facing mounting competition from third-party providers, the company is bolstering technology and service to solidify its position.

Financing

Domino’s U.S. same-store sales lowest in 7 years

By Jonathan Maze on Jul. 16, 2019

The company’s stock plunged early Tuesday amid concerns it’s losing business to third-party delivery.

Leadership

Scott Crane ousted as CEO of Pizza Inn parent

By Jonathan Maze on Jul. 16, 2019

Bob Bafundo, the company’s president, was named “principal executive officer” of Rave Restaurant Group.

Financing

Papa John’s invests $80M into franchisees and marketing

By Jonathan Maze on Jun. 20, 2019

The company will provide royalty relief to operators and add to the chain’s ad fund in a bid to improve the brand’s recovery.

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