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Individuals influencing the direction of the restaurant industry

Wyman Roberts is retiring as Brinker International CEO

By Joe Guszkowski and Jonathan Maze on May 16, 2022

Kevin Hochman, president of KFC U.S., will head Chili’s parent company. Dyke Shipp, KFC’s division president, will replace him at KFC for the short-term.

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Freshii promotes CFO Daniel Haroun to CEO

By Heather Lalley on May 12, 2022

The health-focused chain’s founder, Matthew Corrin, becomes executive chairman, while Victor Diab joins the Toronto-based brand as CFO.

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Pietro Satriano loses his CEO post at US Foods

By Peter Romeo on May 10, 2022

Under pressure from a shareholder, the distribution giant said it will begin a hunt for a replacement.

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Steven Benrubi retires as Kura Sushi CFO

By Jonathan Maze on May 10, 2022

The revolving sushi chain said a search has started for his replacement.

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Zaxby’s promotes Michelle Morgan to chief people officer

By Heather Lalley on May 10, 2022

Morgan has been with the chicken finger chain for more than 20 years, starting out as a cashier. She’ll oversee recruitment, professional development and more.

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Mario Batali is acquitted of sexual misconduct charge

By Peter Romeo on May 10, 2022

The presiding judge said the chef's accuser had significant credibility issues, but described Batali as no saint himself.

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After years of stability, Denny’s decides to shake things up

By Joe Guszkowski on May 04, 2022

The company has a new CEO in Kelli Valade and a new brand in Keke’s that it’s betting will help it accelerate growth for years to come.

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Denny's names Kelli Valade CEO and president

By Joe Guszkowski on May 03, 2022

The former Red Lobster leader will take over for CEO John Miller and President Mark Wolfinger, who are both retiring. Denny's also announced plans to acquire Keke's Breakfast Cafe for $82.5 million.

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