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Joe Guszkowski

Senior Editor

Articles by
Joe Guszkowski

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Leadership

Wyman Roberts’ career in food has been all about people

The outgoing CEO of Brinker International reflects on his impact over 17 years at the Chili’s and Maggiano’s parent.

Technology

Grubhub overwhelmed after offering New Yorkers free lunch

The company’s app and website crashed on Tuesday due to “unprecedented” demand during the three-hour promotion.

Leadership

Here are all the major companies that have changed CEOs this year

Executive changes have become increasingly commonplace coming out of the pandemic and the corner office is no exception. Changes include some of the nation’s biggest concepts.

Leadership

Wyman Roberts is retiring as Brinker International CEO

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.

Technology

For many small restaurants, ghost kitchens fail to deliver

Independent operators have struggled to make the model work, citing marketing challenges and the high cost of delivery.

Technology

Uber Eats set to pilot autonomous delivery with robots, cars

It’s also rolling out voice ordering and the ability to use the Eats app at sports stadiums.

Workforce

Chili's parent extends education perks to workers' family members

Spouses, domestic partners and children of Brinker managers can get free GED and associate's degree training and more through the Best You EDU program.

Financing

The Lost Cajun acquired by franchise consulting group

Executive Decisions Group will look to help the chain return to growth after it emerged from bankruptcy earlier this year.

Operations

Virtual brands become serious business at O’Charley’s

Its delivery-only concepts are generating the sales equivalent of five restaurants, according to CEO Craig Barber.

Technology

Ghost kitchens prove a dead end for many restaurants

Independent operators say the delivery-only business is more difficult than it’s cracked up to be. Their challenges have led providers to rethink their strategy.

Technology

Reef sued by contractor JLL over $3.5M in unpaid invoices

The company has not paid for months’ worth of work done on its delivery-only food trailers, JLL alleged.

Financing

Bakers Square to triple in size this year under new owner

BBQ Holdings will grow the chain’s footprint from 18 locations to 55 using ghost kitchens.

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