Don Fox comes full circle
Fox thought he would end his career at Burger King until he was laid off nearly 20 years ago. He has since helmed Firehouse Subs to a $1 billion valuation, paid by his former employer’s parent company.Don Fox, CEO of Firehouse Subs./Photo courtesy of Firehouse Subs; GIF by Restaurant Business, Nico Heins.
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Back Yard Burgers, after many hurdles, gets ready to grow again
The better-burger brand is about 75% smaller than it was 15 years ago. But it is looking to get back into the new-restaurant business.
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When Burger King nearly started serving Domino’s Pizza
The Bottom Line: In the 1990s, Burger King tested a Domino’s-branded personal pizza that proved remarkably successful, until the suits got in the way.
Financing
Companies are still lining up to go public despite recent volatility
The Bottom Line: Tropical Smoothie Café and Coopers Hawk are both reportedly planning upcoming IPOs, adding to a growing list. But some recent offerings haven’t fared well.