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Firebirds Wood Fired Grill Adds Former Krispy Kreme Executive as CFO

by Katie Lee

Charlotte, N.C. — Firebirds Wood Fired Grill has appointed Caren Prince as chief financial officer. Prince, who formerly held executive roles at both Krispy Kreme and Mars Inc., succeeds now-retired Firebirds CFO Christopher Olson. Earlier this year, Firebirds was acquired and re-capitalized by Garnett Station Partners, a New York-based principal investment firm that manages over $2 billion of assets. The award-winning restaurant concept operates 58 restaurants in 20 states and has aggressive growth plans, which Prince’s strategic financial expertise will help fuel. “Caren brings a brilliant and unique perspective to …

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Levin Management Hires Executive Vice President

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North Plainfield, N.J. — Levin Management Corporation (LMC) has added Greg Tocco as executive vice president. He brings more than 20 years of broad industry and leadership experience to this key senior management role at the North Plainfield, N.J.-based commercial real estate services firm. Prior to joining LMC, Tocco was executive vice president of asset services at Metro Commercial. He previously held positions at Seritage Growth Properties and Rait Financial Trust. Tocco is overseeing LMC’s property operations, accounting and lease administration, and will be integral in implementing corporate growth initiatives …

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AutoZone Expands Partnership with RELEX Solutions to Optimize Supply Chain Efficiency

by Katie Lee

Atlanta — AutoZone, Inc., the leading distributor of automotive replacement parts and accessories in the Americas, has expanded its partnership with RELEX Solutions, provider of unified supply chain and retail planning solutions. AutoZone began upgrading its distribution center (DC) capabilities in 2019 with the highly configurable forecasting and replenishment capabilities provided by RELEX. Based on the successful implementation and results across the U.S. and Mexico, AutoZone has now decided to implement RELEX to support its DC operations in Brazil. This expansion is a part of AutoZone’s efforts to streamline its …

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Lending Expertise

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— By Alicia Chandler — Franchise remodeling for maximum benefits. If you’ve been notified that your franchisor is requiring you to remodel your restaurant, you may be thinking of the headaches you’re likely to encounter. While it’s true that remodeling a franchise restaurant comes with challenges, it can have big payoffs in terms of increased sales. Planning for challenges can help you manage any difficulties that do arise and maximize the benefits to come. Why Remodel? Outside of the obvious reason — the franchisor requires it — remodeling can lead …

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Former Long John Silver’s CEO Joins Huddle House as Brand President

by Katie Lee

Atlanta — Huddle House has named Blain Shortreed as its new brand president. Shortreed is a career restaurant professional with more than 30 years of experience leading top brands, most recently as CEO of Long John Silver’s. As Huddle House brand president, he will oversee company operations, the franchise system, marketing and culinary innovation. “We are thrilled to welcome Blain to the Ascent Hospitality Management senior executive team as he assumes leadership of the Huddle House system,” says James O’Reilly, chief executive officer for Ascent Hospitality Management®. “He brings extensive …

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Parts Town Expands Same Day Delivery Service to Over 125 Locations Across the U.S.

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Addison, Ill. — Parts Town, the technology innovator and market-leading distributor of original equipment manufacturer (OEM) foodservice equipment parts, has expanded its Same Day Delivery service, now available from over 125 Parts In Town locations across the U.S. Parts Town’s Same Day Delivery is designed to provide customers with lightning-fast order fulfillment, aiming for delivery within 2 hours or less from the time of order placement. When shopping on partstown.com, customers will now find a “Same Day Delivery” shipping option available for eligible items within a 20-mile radius of local …

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Meijer to Open First Fairfax Market Outside of Michigan Next Month

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Grand Rapids, Mich. — Fairfax Market, a new neighborhood market by Meijer, will open in the Fairfax neighborhood of Cleveland, Ohio, on Jan. 16, 2024. Fairfax Market is the retailer’s first small-format neighborhood market outside of Michigan. The new 40,000-square-foot market is part of a mixed-use neighborhood revitalization project being developed in partnership with the City of Cleveland, Cleveland Clinic, the Fairfax Renaissance Development Corporation and Fairmount Properties. Located in the Cleveland Innovation District, Fairfax Market will contribute to creating a healthier community by addressing food insecurity, supporting economic development …

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Fogo de Chão to Open at the Oculus at Westfield World Trade Center in 2024

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New York City — Fogo de Chão, the internationally-renowned restaurant from Brazil, has signed a lease agreement for its fourth New York City location joining existing restaurants in Midtown Manhattan, Queens and Brooklyn at City Point (opening soon). The new 5,009-square-foot restaurant is scheduled to open in 2024 at The Oculus at Westfield World Trade Center, the largest shopping complex in Manhattan with 125 retail shops. Located at the corner of Church and Cortland streets with convenient street-level access, the restaurant will offer a new dining experience to the 10 …

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Ulta Beauty Announces CFO Succession Plan

by Katie Lee

Bolingbrook, Ill. — Scott Settersten has informed Ulta Beauty of his decision to retire as chief financial officer, treasurer and assistant secretary after nearly 20 years with the company, effective April 1, 2024. Paula Oyibo, senior vice president of finance, will succeed Settersten as CFO and will report to Dave Kimbell, chief executive officer. “Scott has had a tremendous impact on Ulta Beauty as a key member of our leadership team and a passionate steward of our business for nearly two decades,” say Kimbell. “From his early days of supporting …

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Benefits of Being Resourceful

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— By Ray Hatch — 3 ways retailers and restaurants can get ahead of a potential recession and avoid greenwashing. A possible recession, the risk of ESG-related litigation and allegations of greenwashing are troubling to navigate, making transparency and analytics a vital check and balance in today’s market. Whether you’re a retail grocer, restaurant executive or otherwise, investing in a waste audit and data reporting platforms are effective routes to avoiding the chopping block. According to a recent survey from Deloitte, 49% of respondents said data and reporting helped them …

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