Papa John's

Papa John’s is integrating marketing, operations and technology

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 15, 2021

The pizza chain has promoted Max Wetzel to an expanded role as chief commercial officer, where he will oversee North America operations as well as marketing.

Financing

Papa John’s signs a big development deal in Texas

By Jonathan Maze on Sep. 29, 2021

The pizza chain, eager to add more locations after years of decline, has an agreement with Sun Holdings to develop 100 locations by 2029.

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Financing

Papa John’s hopes its Texas deal sets the stage for more growth

By Jonathan Maze on Sep. 29, 2021

The company wants to bring in more large-scale operators. But it is also encouraging existing franchisees to open more locations.

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Financing

How a stuffed crust pizza kept Papa John’s rolling

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 05, 2021

The pizza chain kept strong sales despite intense competition and an easing quarantine behind its Epic Stuffed Crust Pizza, helping push the chain’s growth even further.

Financing

Papa John’s strong sales lead to record unit growth

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 05, 2021

The pizza chain’s same-store sales rose last quarter despite tough comparisons. It opened a record 123 net new locations in the first half of the year.

Workforce

Papa John’s says it will pay $2.5M in bonuses to workers

By Jonathan Maze on Jul. 09, 2021

The pizza chain is giving out hiring, referral and “appreciation” bonuses to new and existing frontline workers at company locations and in the supply chain.

Technology