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Best Buy Appoints New Chief Financial Officer

by Katie Lee

Minneapolis — Best Buy Co., Inc. has named Anne Bramman as executive vice president and chief financial officer, effective Aug. 19. She will succeed Matt Bilunas, who stepped down at the end of July. Bramman joins Best Buy with more than 30 years of leadership experience across finance, operations, strategy and transformation. In her new role, she will lead Best Buy’s global finance organization and help drive the company’s strategic priorities in partnership with incoming CEO Jason Bonfig and the rest of the leadership team. “Anne brings an impressive and …

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SilverChef USA Appoints Director of Operations and Customer Experience

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Dallas — SilverChef USA, part of the Australian-founded hospitality equipment financier SilverChef Group, has appointed Madeleine Hopkins as director of operations and customer experience. Hopkins, who has led complex operations and departments across SilverChef’s Australian and Canadian teams, will work alongside Jon Jacobs, president of U.S. operations. With Hopkins’ appointment as the first operations lead in the U.S., SilverChef is building on its commitment to supporting its growing network of commercial kitchen equipment dealers, distributors and hospitality operators as it faces rapid growth in the country. In her new role, …

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McDonald’s Appoints President of McDonald’s USA

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Chicago — McDonald’s Corporation has promoted Skye Anderson, a company executive with more than 26 years of McDonald’s experience, to president, McDonald’s USA, effective Aug. 4. She succeeds Joe Erlinger, who has decided to leave the company after more than two decades with McDonald’s, including almost 7 years leading the U.S. business. Anderson most recently was chief operating officer. Anderson’s appointment reflects the company’s focus on improving everyday restaurant experience, strengthening value offerings for customers and driving long term profitable growth across the U.S. business. In this role, she will …

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Sleep Country Canada Acquires Sleep Number

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Toronto — Sleep Country Canada Inc. has completed its acquisition of substantially all of the assets of Sleep Number, bringing together two iconic companies and forming the world’s second-largest sleep retailer. “This is one of the proudest days in our company’s history,” says Stewart Schaefer, president and chief executive officer of Sleep Country. “Today isn’t about the completion of a transaction. It’s about the beginning of a new future.” For more than 30 years, Sleep Country has helped Canadians sleep better through exceptional customer experiences, trusted expertise and a relentless …

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Instacart’s Smart Trolleys Now Available at Morrisons Preston in the UK

by Katie Lee

  San Francisco and Bradford, England — Instacart, a leading grocery technology company in North America, and Morrisons, one of the UK’s largest supermarket chains, have launched Caper smart trolleys at Morrisons’ Preston supermarket, marking Instacart’s first retail partnership in the UK for its AI-powered smart trolley. Caper smart trolleys bring the convenience and intelligence of online shopping directly into the store, and the launch comes as consumers increasingly seek technology that helps them shop more efficiently, stay on budget and rediscover the joy of browsing the aisles. Caper smart …

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Whataburger Taps QSR Finance Veteran as Next CFO

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San Antonio — Whataburger® has named QSR finance veteran Ryan Moore as its next chief financial officer. Moore joins Whataburger July 31, bringing deep restaurant experience to help guide the company’s financial strategy as the brand continues to grow. “Ryan is a proven financial leader with deep experience in the restaurant industry and a strong track record of helping brands navigate periods of meaningful growth,” says Debbie Stroud, Whataburger’s president and CEO. “He’s a collaborative leader who understands that when you invest wisely in your people, your operations and the …

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Topgolf to Open First Venue in Wisconsin with New Prototype

by Katie Lee

Dallas — Sports entertainment leader Topgolf will open its newest location near Madison in Monona, Wis., on Aug. 14, 2026. Topgolf Madison, the first venue in the state of Wisconsin, is the brand’s new prototype featuring Topgolf’s legendary golf games plus new entertainment and technology enhancements that include arcade games, a reimagined outfield, targets, lights and slope, and the brand’s new “My Bay, My Way” personalized offering. Topgolf Madison, located 8 miles east of Madison, is the brand’s 103rd venue in the country. The two-level venue will offer a dynamic …

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Trinity Energy Delivers Energy Independence to Costco Distribution Center

by Katie Lee

Snohomish, Wash. — Trinity Energy, a leading provider of integrated operating systems for sustainable energy solutions, has taken Costco Wholesale off grid with the launch of an independent, on-site energy system at Costco’s distribution center in Port St. Lucie, Fla. The fully integrated solar and battery platform was installed significantly faster than installing a traditional energy backup system from local power providers, enabling Costco to accelerate its operational readiness, bypass lengthy grid interconnection queues and permitting delays, and benefit from substantial cost savings. The energy independence solution, which combines solar …

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Stop Flying Insects at the Door

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— By Natalie Clarke — How air curtains deliver proactive, chemical-free pest control for retail and restaurant facilities. For facility managers in retail stores and restaurants, flying insect control is a constant operational challenge. A single open door can invite flies into food prep areas, dining spaces and checkout lines — creating sanitation risks, failed inspections, and negative customer experiences. The challenge is compounded by increasing pressure to reduce chemical use and adopt more environmentally responsible pest management strategies. Traditional tools like insect light traps and sprays still play a …

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Mellow Mushroom Builds Midyear Momentum

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Atlanta — Mellow Mushroom is entering the second half of 2026 with significant franchise development momentum after signing six franchise deals through the first half of the year, preparing to open new restaurants and expanding into new markets — including its first-ever location in Montana. During the first quarter, Mellow Mushroom signed four franchise agreements representing six restaurants across Kentucky, Montana, Arkansas and Georgia. Since then, the development pipeline has continued to expand. The brand is now preparing for four restaurant openings next year, including its highly anticipated debut in Bozeman, …

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