Leadership

Individuals influencing the direction of the restaurant industry

Leadership

Jersey Mike’s announces new vice president of sales

By Restaurant Business Staff on Nov. 14, 2017

Brian O’Hagan first joined the chain as an area director in 2013.

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Brinker names new chief digital officer

By Sara Rush Wirth on Jan. 09, 2018

The parent of Chili’s and Maggiano’s promoted from within while steering its IT team to focus on digital first.

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How Ron Shaich transformed Panera—5 times

By Peter Romeo on Feb. 14, 2018

Here's what Ron Shaich, Restaurant Business’ 2018 Restaurant Leader of the Year, recalls as the critical pivot points so far for the company he led for more than three decades.

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Krystal names Paul Macaluso CEO

By Jonathan Maze on Apr. 02, 2018

The former McAlister’s Deli president brings marketing and operations experience to the job.

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Meet the 'Jesus of pizza'

By Peter Romeo on Aug. 15, 2017

The Jesus of Pizza dishes on how his “tribe” strives for a different kind of workplace.

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Pinkberry's need for speed

By Patricia Cobe on Mar. 31, 2014

Laura Jakobsen, senior vice president, marketing and design at Pinkberry, gives advice to women striving to become innovative leaders.

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Get to know Gini Quiroz

By Sara Rush Wirth on Jul. 16, 2015

“If Gini represents the next generation of leadership, we are all in amazing and capable hands,” says Joni Doolin, CEO and founder of workforce-data firm TDN2K.

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