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Individuals influencing the direction of the restaurant industry

Saladworks’ parent WOWorks hires Brian Farris as chief development officer

By Heather Lalley on Jan. 19, 2022

Farris has previously held executive posts with Schlotzsky’s, Focus Brands, Quiznos and Boston Market.

Olo promotes Nithya Das to COO as Matt Tucker retires

By Joe Guszkowski on Jan. 18, 2022

Das has been the company's chief legal officer since 2019. She replaces Tucker, who had been COO since 2013 and will leave in March.

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Don Fox comes full circle

By Jonathan Maze on Jan. 13, 2022

Fox thought he would end his career at Burger King until he was laid off nearly 20 years ago. He has since helmed Firehouse Subs to a $1 billion valuation, paid by his former employer’s parent company.

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Krystal names David Krisher CFO

By Jonathan Maze on Jan. 11, 2022

The burger chain said that the former Huddle House executive “brings deep restaurant experience and insight” to the role.

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Duck Donuts names Eric Lavinder its first chief development officer

By Jonathan Maze on Jan. 11, 2022

The move comes along with several other management moves as the donut chain works to support its growth.

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Ruth's Chris CFO Kristy Chipman adds COO to title

By Joe Guszkowski on Jan. 10, 2022

Chipman, who joined the steakhouse chain in 2020, is also executive vice president and chief accounting officer. Ruth's also hired Robert Miles as VP of development.

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