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Individuals influencing the direction of the restaurant industry

How Panera Bread is building its team culture—virtually

By Heather Lalley on Dec. 11, 2020

CEO Niren Chaudhary, who joined the chain months before the pandemic hit, said it is still possible to foster a productive team atmosphere without face-to-face meetings.

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Inspire's Paul Brown named non-exec chairman of Neiman Marcus

By Peter Romeo on Dec. 10, 2020

He will head a newly formulated board for the luxury retailer, which has just emerged from bankruptcy.

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Starbucks names Mellody Hobson non-executive board chair

By Jonathan Maze on Dec. 09, 2020

The co-CEO of Ariel Investments and current vice-chair will take over for Myron Ullman, who will retire from the coffee chain’s board in March.

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Kat Cole to leave Cinnabon owner Focus Brands by the end of the year

By Jonathan Maze on Dec. 09, 2020

The executive’s departure comes amid a host of changes at the Atlanta-based brand operator.

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Painful past lessons helped Domino's stare down COVID-19, CEO Ritch Allison says

By Peter Romeo on Dec. 08, 2020

The pizza chain drew strength from a crisis that erupted 12 years ago.

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Quiznos, Taco Del Mar parent names a president

By Heather Lalley on Dec. 07, 2020

Mark Lohmann, formerly Rego Restaurant Group’s chief brand officer, will now oversee marketing and operations as the company prepares for strategic acquisitions.

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