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Technology

Chili’s warns of a data breach

 By Peter Romeo on May 14, 2018

The Brinker International chain said it still determining how many customers may have been affected.

Financing

Franchisors need to say more about franchisee finances

 By Jonathan Maze on May 10, 2018

The bankruptcy filing of large Applebee’s franchisee shows that franchisors don’t reveal enough of their operators’ financial health, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

Financing

Applebee's parent company hires mergers and acquisitions vet as CFO

By Peter Romeo on May 09, 2018

The appointment of Thomas Song fills a gap in Dine Brands Global's turnaround team.

Technology

It's time for restaurants to embrace tech

By Dawn Sweeney, President and CEO of the National Restaurant Association on May 09, 2018

Restaurants must adapt to keep up with the digital revolution, says the National Restaurant Association.

Financing

Applebee's 2nd-largest franchisee files for bankruptcy

By Peter Romeo on May 08, 2018

RMH Franchise operates 163 stores in 15 states.

Leadership

Abe Ruiz promoted to CEO of Babalu Tapas & Tacos

By Heather Lalley on May 08, 2018

The industry vet had previously worked as an executive with Famous Dave’s.

Financing

Del Frisco’s to buy owner of Barcelona and Bartaco for $325M

By Jonathan Maze on May 07, 2018

The deal for Barteca Restaurant Group gives the casual-dining operator two growth chains.

Operations

5 moves restaurant operators made to best the competition

By Peter Romeo on May 07, 2018

Amid signs that some restaurants are winning back customers, a few well-known players are intensifying their pursuit of an operational edge. Here's a sampling of those efforts.

Leadership

How to succeed the founder: Different by design at Not Your Average Joe’s

By Peter Romeo on May 04, 2018

CEO Peter D’Amelio worked with chain creator Steve Silverstein to ensure a smooth transition, but he's no passive caretaker. The onetime president of The Cheesecake Factory is plotting his own course.

Workforce

Seasons 52 settles age-discrimination suit for $2.5M

By Peter Romeo on May 04, 2018

The settlement also calls for hiring a "compliance monitor" to guarantee no bias comes into play.

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