Arby's

Inspire Brands is apparently considering an IPO

By Jonathan Maze on Feb. 15, 2024

The owner of Dunkin' and Arby's is in the early stages of discussions on an initial public offering that could value the company at $20 billion, according to Bloomberg.

Leadership

Inspire Brands is making a big change to its organizational structure

By Jonathan Maze on Nov. 30, 2023

Scott Murphy was named chief brand officer and will oversee the company’s restaurant brands in the U.S., while Dan Lynn was named chief commercial and restaurant officer.

Food

Game meats star on Arby's menu as football season gets underway

By Patricia Cobe on Sep. 07, 2023

The chain revisits venison and elk with its new Big Game Burger, reinforcing its claim "we have the meats."

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Financing

Roark Capital solidifies its status as the go-to fast-food buyer

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 25, 2023

The Bottom Line: The 22-year-old private equity firm has been involved in many of the industry’s biggest deals, especially in recent years. And Subway isn’t even the biggest.

Leadership

Claudia San Pedro is stepping down as Sonic president

By Jonathan Maze on Apr. 12, 2023

The 2022 Restaurant Business Restaurant Leader of the Year is leaving the company to focus on family medical matters. Arby's Brand President Jim Taylor is taking her place, while Rita Patel will head Arby's.

Food

Arby's launches new King's Hawaiian Sweet Heat Sandwiches

By Reyna Estrada on Mar. 27, 2023

The sandwiches come in two varieties—chicken and beef ‘n brisket—highlighting the fast-food chain's focus on meat.

Leadership

Is this the biggest restaurant jerk of all time?

By Peter Romeo on Nov. 08, 2022

Restaurant Rewind: Victor Posner set a new depth in restaurant leadership, though he’s certainly had ample competition. Here’s how he earned his dubious distinction.

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