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Leadership

Individuals influencing the direction of the restaurant industry

Leadership

Yum Brands names David Gibbs CEO

By Heather Lalley on Aug. 12, 2019

Gibbs, a 30-year veteran of the Pizza Hut, Taco Bell and KFC parent, takes over for Greg Creed, who is retiring at the end of the year.

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Jason’s Deli CEO Joe Tortorice dies at age 70

 By Peter Romeo on Aug. 12, 2019

The grandson of Italian immigrants co-founded the chain nearly 43 years ago.

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Red Robin brings aboard Hart, Pace, Conforti as directors

By Peter Romeo on Aug. 06, 2019

As part of the board realignment, Pattye Moore will retire as chairman once a new CEO is found.

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Tocaya Organica appoints a COO

By Heather Lalley on Aug. 02, 2019

Industry vet Rudy Sugueti will lead operations for Tocaya Organica as it grows.

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Little Greek adds a COO

By Heather Lalley on Jul. 31, 2019

Bryan St.George had previously been the fast casual’s vice president of operations and development.

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How does Texas Roadhouse stay a front-runner?

By Peter Romeo on Jul. 30, 2019

The chain has been a habitual top performer in casual dining, a segment with far more downs than ups in recent years. What is it doing that competitors don’t?

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Mendocino Farms names Kevin Miles CEO

By Jonathan Maze on Jul. 30, 2019

The former Zoes Kitchen chief executive takes over as the chain starts expanding into new markets.

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Parent of O’Charley’s gets a new CFO

By Peter Romeo on Jul. 25, 2019

Kurt Schnaubelt joins the diversified restaurant company from a consulting firm.

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Mark King named Taco Bell CEO

By Jonathan Maze on Jul. 25, 2019

Artie Starrs was named CEO of sister company Pizza Hut as parent company Yum Brands further shifts its leadership structure.

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Quiznos, Taco Del Mar parent appoints a CFO

By Heather Lalley on Jul. 23, 2019

Tom Kurrikoff, formerly of TGI Fridays, will lead Rego Restaurant Group’s finances as it explores strategic acquisitions.

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