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Individuals influencing the direction of the restaurant industry

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They said what?: When restaurant execs go rogue

 By Peter Romeo on Jul. 20, 2018

John Schnatter is the latest in a long string of restaurant founders and executives to say something their brands deeply regretted. Here’s a look at some of the better-known instances from the past.

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Report describes a ‘bro culture’ at Papa John’s

 By Jonathan Maze on Jul. 19, 2018

The Forbes report says Schnatter was subject to two confidential settlements over allegations of inappropriate conduct.

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Who would Restaurant Business draft as restaurant all-stars

By Peter Romeo and Sara Rush Wirth on Jul. 17, 2018

Trout? Harper? Judge? Step aside, MLB. Here are the real standouts to watch this summer, as determined by some critical fans.

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17 CEO changes shaking up the restaurant industry this summer

By Sara Rush Wirth on Jul. 17, 2018

The chief executive position is proving to be a volatile one. And the chairman role isn’t stable either.

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John Schnatter regrets stepping down at Papa John’s

By Jonathan Maze on Jul. 17, 2018

The founder has hired a high-powered attorney and has taken aim at the company’s board.

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Scott Shotter named Back Yard Burgers CEO

By Jonathan Maze on Jul. 17, 2018

Former Moe’s executive has a growth plan for the burger chain.

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Peet’s Coffee nabs Wrigley candy exec as new CEO

By Heather Lalley on Jul. 16, 2018

The coffee company is looking to expand its retail business.

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Papa John’s tries divorcing itself from John Schnatter

By Jonathan Maze on Jul. 16, 2018

The company wants its founder to stop doing media appearances after a series of interviews over the weekend.

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Darden changes leadership of Cheddar’s, Seasons 52

By Peter Romeo on Jul. 16, 2018

Dave George is overseeing Cheddar's, and John Martin will be responsible for Seasons 52.

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Papa John’s to pull John Schnatter from its marketing

Jul. 13, 2018

The company’s decision follows its founder’s resignation after using a racial slur.

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