Leadership

Individuals influencing the direction of the restaurant industry

Jennifer Tate is stepping down as Cracker Barrel's CMO

By Peter Romeo on Aug. 21, 2023

The former Olive Garden marketing chief will seek other opportunities, Cracker Barrel said. Her departure was announced two weeks after the transition to a new CEO began.

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New hires at Taziki's Mediterranean Cafe, Scooter's Coffee and Black Rock Coffee Bar

By Lisa Jennings on Aug. 18, 2023

Executive Summary: The latest job jump news includes staff changes at Panera Brands, Subway and Denny's.

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John Dillon is out as president of Denny's

By Peter Romeo on Aug. 17, 2023

He "ceased to be an executive officer" as of Tuesday, the company said in a securities filing. But he will serve in a "non-executive" capacity through the remainder of the fiscal year.

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Subway overhauls its leadership amid ongoing sale talks

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 16, 2023

Trevor Haynes, president of North America for the sandwich giant, is leaving the company at the end of the year. Douglas Fry, who heads Subway Canada, will take his place. The chain made several other leadership changes.

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Chuy's co-founder Mike Young dies at age 74

By Peter Romeo on Aug. 15, 2023

An entrepreneur who said he relied on Jose Cuervo for his design ideas, the lifetime Austin restaurateur also opened several independents in his hometown.

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Brix Holdings and Gunshow name new executives

By Lisa Jennings and Reyna Estrada on Aug. 11, 2023

Executive Summary: A roundup of high-level hirings and promotions in the restaurant business includes changes for Ford’s Garage.

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Dutch Bros names Christine Barone CEO

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 08, 2023

Joth Ricci will step down at the end of the year following a transition period. The move comes just months after Barone was brought in as the drive-thru beverage chain’s president.

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