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Emerging Brands

Robert Earl says he’s out to save independent restaurants

By Peter Romeo on Aug. 06, 2020

Not coincidentally, his new virtual venture may add to his success, too.

Financing

Robert Earl group agrees to buy 45 restaurants from Bravo and Brio's parent in $29M deal

By Peter Romeo on May 28, 2020

The operator of Planet Hollywood and Buca di Beppo is paying just $50,000 in cash for FoodFirst Global Restaurants.

Operations

Shakeout and takeout usher in new realities for full-service chains

By Peter Romeo on Apr. 20, 2020

The crisis has been a catalyst for righting supply and demand while also proving QSRs don’t have a hammerlock on off-premise.

Financing

Brio and Bravo parent files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy after closing 71 units

By Peter Romeo on Apr. 11, 2020

Additional closings and a sale of the company could follow, according to court documents.

Leadership

Steve Layt succeeds Brad Blum as CEO of Brio, Bravo

By Peter Romeo on Jan. 28, 2020

Blum also resigned his post as chairman, but remains a co-owner of the polished-casual chains.

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