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McDonald’s shift on the minimum wage will have little impact

 By Jonathan Maze on Apr. 01, 2019

Though the company’s decision to stop lobbying against hikes was notable, increases have had all the momentum for years, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

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Steak ‘n Shake closes 31 locations

 By Jonathan Maze on Mar. 29, 2019

The burger chain has temporarily closed units as it looks for franchisees to run the restaurants.

Leadership

Papa John’s names Karlin Linhardt CMO

By Jonathan Maze on Mar. 28, 2019

The former McDonald’s and Subway executive will take the marketing reins at the pizza chain.

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McDonald’s to stop lobbying against minimum wage increases

By Jonathan Maze on Mar. 26, 2019

The company told the National Restaurant Association of its intention to no longer support any push against mandated pay hikes.

Leadership

Inspire Brands names Raghu Sagi chief information officer

By Jonathan Maze on Mar. 25, 2019

Darla Morse will become the CIO of another Roark Capital-owned company, CKE Restaurants.

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McDonald’s to acquire tech company Dynamic Yield

By Jonathan Maze on Mar. 25, 2019

The company plans to use its personalization technology on drive-thru menu boards, kiosks and its mobile app.

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Shaquille O’Neal is joining Papa John’s board

By Jonathan Maze on Mar. 22, 2019

The former NBA star is also investing in nine locations and will be an ambassador for the brand.

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With international growth, master franchising usually fails

By Jonathan Maze on Mar. 22, 2019

A Mizuho analyst finds the vast majority of master franchising commitments go unfulfilled, and 40% fail altogether, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

Marketing

KFC is bringing back its Chicken & Waffles

By Jonathan Maze on Mar. 21, 2019

The popular product returns Saturday and will be available for a month.

Marketing

McDonald’s is giving away a couch

By Jonathan Maze on Mar. 20, 2019

The company will give away a “McDelivery Couch” as it works harder to market delivery.

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