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Lisa Jennings

Executive Editor

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Lisa Jennings

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Workforce

How a three-day week and raising pay resulted in a more successful restaurant

"We were being greedy" before the pandemic, says the chef-owner of Southern Belle in Atlanta. Reworking the model has resulted in a happier, healthier and more stable workforce.

Technology

Panda Express lends rooftops to 5G expansion

5G provider Kroo plans to expand its cellular network by leveraging commercial real estate.

Topics

Smashburger settlement spotlights lingering impact of problematic Triple Double Burger campaign

Marketing hype or false advertising? The impact of this 2017 marketing campaign drags on.

Leadership

Rian McCartan named CEO of drive-thru beverage chain Swig

The former See’s Candy exec will lead the "dirty soda" brand in its next phase of growth.

Marketing

Former Zaxby’s executive named CMO of Capital Tacos

Joel Bulger is tasked with leading brand communications for growing Tex-Mex taco brand.

Emerging Brands

Plant-based Earth Burger partners with Sinelli Concepts International to franchise

The Texas-based companies are equal partners in franchisor Earth Burger Global, which kicks off next month.

Food

Pizza Hut makes grab for the ‘party of one’ diner with new Melts

Part stromboli and part quesadilla, the dipped offering could be a snack, lunch or quick dinner.

Food

Noodles & Company rolls out plant-based Panko Chicken option

The Impossible Foods product is also featured in two new dishes following a successful market test earlier this year.

Leadership

Maria Hollandsworth named COO of El Pollo Loco

Hollandsworth was previously the regional vice president of operations for Dunkin’ and also spent about 20 years at Jack in the Box.

Emerging Brands

Why Cornbread Farm to Soul believes the time is right for fast-casual soul food

IHOP franchisee-turned-entrepreneur Adenah Bayoh wants to pay homage to a type of culture and food often overlooked but in great demand.

Marketing

Wingstop to give away chicken sandwiches for a year in New York City

The focused promotion appears less likely to cause a shortage and is designed to bolster excitement in new market.

Workforce

Two restaurants in Boston ordered to pay $210,000 in back wages and penalties

And another North Carolina operator must also pay more than $157,000 to 65 workers following a U.S. Labor Department investigation.

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