Moonachie, N.J. — Paris Baguette, the renowned global bakery café franchise with over 170 locations across the U.S., has welcomed Norm Ginsberg to the team as its new vice president of operations. After 17 years with Bowlero, working his way up to key leadership positions, Ginsberg has developed a keen sense of what it means to always deliver the best possible experience through proper recruiting, training and operational systems. Ginsberg will oversee all operations aspects of Paris Baguette’s expanding network, focusing on maintaining the elevated guest experience, streamlining operations and …
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Bentonville, Ark. — Nuqleous, a leader in B2B SaaS solutions specializing in big data, retail analytics and space planning optimization, has been included on the prestigious 2024 Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest-growing private companies. For the fourth consecutive year, Nuqleous’s dedication to driving retail excellence and operational efficiency has earned it the rank of No. 3,822 overall, and within the top 500 in the software category. “Being recognized on the Inc. 5000 list for 4 years running reflects the hard work and dedication of our team and is a …
Grand Rapids, Mich. — Building upon a national trend to offer additional convenience to patients who need prescriptions filled before leaving the hospital, Meijer has expanded its partnership with Corewell Health with the opening of a new, full-service retail pharmacy on-site at Blodgett Hospital in Grand Rapids, Mich. This is the retailer’s second pharmacy inside a Corewell Health hospital, following the opening of a similar pharmacy inside Butterworth Hospital in 2015. “Our pharmacies are designed to be a one-stop health and wellness destination, and expanding our partnership with Corewell Health …
Los Angeles — FAT (Fresh. Authentic. Tasty.) Brands Inc. has hired Ammy Harrison as senior vice president of non-traditional development and Maiyo Hood as vice president of international development. The new team growth underscores FAT Brands’ commitment to driving organic growth, especially non-traditional and international. Year-over-year, the brand continues to build upon its over 2,300-unit global footprint. Harrison brings nearly 25 years of industry experience with high-growth restaurant brands, including spearheading non-traditional growth at Papa John’s International, Inc. Prior to joining FAT Brands, Harrison also served as vice president of …
Herzogenaurach, Germany — Sports company PUMA has appointed Indrajeet Sen as senior vice president, PUMA group sourcing, taking over the operational responsibilities of the chief sourcing officer role. PUMA’s chief sourcing officer, Anne-Laure Descours, has decided not to extend her board contract and will support the company as an external advisor in the field of sustainability. In his new position, Sen will oversee the global sourcing and development of footwear, apparel and accessories, as well as operations and sustainability, reporting directly to PUMA’s chief product officer, Maria Valdes. He will …
— By Ray Hatch — The shocking truth about food waste: how businesses can drive positive change. Each year, a significant portion of the United State’s food supply goes unsold and uneaten, leading to about 145 billion meals ending up in landfills annually. This accounts for 38% of all food in America, with over half of the food waste originating from the food and grocery industry. As consumers are increasingly seeking environmentally friendly practices and a diverse range of high-quality food options, this puts pressure on food purchases, inventory management …
— By Samuel Hammers — Why it’s important for retailers and restaurants to strengthen their power management. Summer is the season for relaxation, but it can be a stressful time for retailers and restaurant owners looking to keep the lights on. Electrical disruptions, which tend to be more common during the summer, have potential to bring down critical systems such as HVACs and push customers to seek out greener (or cooler) pastures. A power surge could also take down POS systems and leave a facility unable to process transactions. Power …
Denver — In late August, Sage Hospitality Group welcomed Mercantile Dining & Provision to its portfolio. Located in Denver’s Union Station, the award-winning restaurant by James Beard Award Winner Chef Alex Seidel is joining a roster of more than 50 restaurants, bars and entertainment venues under Sage Restaurant Concepts (SRC). Mercantile will be an owned restaurant concept for Sage, alongside brands such as Urban Farmer and Departure, with plans to strategically grow the brand in suitable standalone restaurant locations. Additionally, Chef Seidel will be joining SRC as a collaborator, leveraging …
Egg Harbor Township, N.J. — Spirit Halloween plans to open a record-breaking 1,525 stores in 2024. With more than 1,100 locations already open, the nation’s largest Halloween retailer plans to bring its unique carnival experience to a few hundred more locations before the end of September. “The Halloween fandom continues to grow, and our incredible team works year-round to create an unparalleled and unique in-store experience that will engage customers all season long,” says Steven Silverstein, CEO of Spirit Halloween. “Visiting a Spirit Halloween store is more than just a …
Mill Valley, Calif. — Four Corners Property Trust (FCPT), a real estate investment trust that owns and acquires high-quality, net-leased restaurant and retail properties, has acquired 19 Bloomin’ Brands restaurant properties comprising 20 total restaurants (10 Outback Steakhouse restaurants and 10 Carrabba’s Italian Grill restaurants, including one dual-tenant property with both concepts) for $66.4 million. The 19 properties are located across 10 states: Arizona, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, North Carolina, Nevada, Pennsylvania, South Carolina and Tennessee. The sites are in strong retail corridors with high traffic and attractive demographics. The …