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Greg Flynn: The modern franchisee

 By Peter Romeo on Mar. 22, 2016

The size of his operations dwarfs all other franchises (and many restaurant parent companies, as well). Yet Flynn relishes his role as franchising’s poster boy—and he’s the best in the business at it.

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Union Square exec to lead upstart Bartaco chain

 By Peter Romeo on Oct. 16, 2017

Sabato Sagaria was formerly chief restaurant officer for Union Square Hospitality Group. He'll now head Barteca's 15-unit taco and tequila concept.

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Golden Krust founder commits suicide

By Restaurant Business Staff on Dec. 04, 2017

The 57-year-old entrepreneur was reportedly worried about overdue tax payments and an overtime pay lawsuit.

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Jim Hyatt named CEO of California Pizza Kitchen

By Jonathan Maze on Jan. 22, 2018

The former Ruby Tuesday executive will take over for the retired G.J. Hart.

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Roark acts quickly to right Buffalo Wild Wings

By Peter Romeo on Mar. 13, 2018

One of the wings chain's largest franchisees says the repair work is already starting, and it's delighted with what's happening.

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Restaurant Leadership Conference kicks off

By Restaurant Business Staff on Apr. 13, 2018

Get an inside look at the insights shared via Restaurant Business.

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Franchisee of the Month: Gary & Sally Myers

By Dana Tanyeri on Mar. 31, 2012

Casual steak and salad-bar chain Sizzler is on the cusp of a comeback and it’s due in part to Gary and Sally Myers, who throughout their nearly 30-year history as Sizzler franchisees have led more than they’ve followed.

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Going out on top

By Sara Rush Wirth on Sep. 08, 2014

Owner Doug Sohn is hanging up his apron (actually, it’s a t-shirt) this October after 14 years behind the counter.

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Dick Portillo: The contrarian

By Sara Rush Wirth on May 17, 2016

Average annual sales at Portillo’s, which began as a hot dog stand in a suburban Chicago parking lot, today sit at about $8.5 million per store at newer units.

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Pei Wei announces new chief financial officer

By Restaurant Business Staff on Oct. 25, 2017

Jim Lebs is the latest addition to the fast casual’s executive team.

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