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KAI Build Names Industry Veteran as President

by Katie Lee

St. Louis — KAI has appointed Paul Giacoletto as president of KAI Build. He will lead KAI Build’s strategic direction and operations, championing KAI’s mission to deliver excellence in every project while driving operational efficiency and expanding capabilities. “Paul brings a high level of creativity and a strong growth mindset, along with deep experience in preconstruction and development, expertise that is invaluable to owners working to close deals and move projects forward,” says Michael B. Kennedy, CEO of KAI. “His leadership style is defined by integrity, inclusiveness and a relentless …

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Buffalo Wild Wings GO Opens in West Virginia

by Katie Lee

Hurricane, W.Va. — On March 4, Buffalo Wild Wings GO — a fast, order-ahead destination built around the brand’s wings, sauces and shareables — opened in Hurricane, W.Va. This opening marks an exciting expansion of the brand’s footprint in West Virginia. Designed for speed, Buffalo Wild Wings GO focuses on the menu items guests crave most — traditional and boneless wings, chicken dippers, burgers, fried chicken sandwiches and wraps, cauliflower wings, fries, tater tots and desserts — all paired with 26 signature sauces and dry rubs. The Hurricane location features …

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Target Plans to Open 30 New Stores in 2026 and Refresh Existing Stores

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Minneapolis — Target Corporation has unveiled its multi-year strategy under CEO Michael Fiddelke to accelerate its return to growth. The strategy includes plans to open more than 30 new stores, refresh the store experience across the chain, and invest in store payroll and training to elevate the guest experience. “This new chapter of growth at Target is defined by clear choices and rooted in a deeper understanding of our unique lane in retail, the guests we serve and the areas where we’re distinctly positioned to win,” says Fiddelke. “This work …

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Red Lobster Names CFO/EVP of Transformation & Chief Global Development Officer

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Orlando, Fla. — Red Lobster has appointed Brad Hill as chief financial officer and executive vice president, transformation, and Kristen Briede as chief global development officer. Both executives will join the company’s executive leadership team and report to Red Lobster’s chief executive officer, Damola Adamolekun. “Red Lobster has made significant progress coming out of a challenging period, and we’re now shifting from stabilization to a disciplined, execution-led growth phase focused on optimizing the guest experience, driving operational excellence, accelerating real estate optimization and building a stronger platform for durable growth,” …

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J. August to Reopen in Harvard Square

by Katie Lee

Cambridge, Mass. — J. August is reopening its beloved Harvard Square location, bringing fresh energy back to one of New England’s most iconic shopping destinations. Returning to the corner of Massachusetts Avenue in Cambridge, Mass., J. August is reopening with a refreshed look; a grand re-opening celebration is planned for late March. The iconic retailer has long been woven into the rhythm of Harvard life from first-year move-in weekends to commencement celebrations. Now, with a thoughtfully updated space that reflects the character and energy of the neighborhood, J. August begins …

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Duro-Last® Appoints Vice President of Commercial Excellence

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Saginaw, Mich. — Duro-Last, a member of the Amrize family of brands and a leading manufacturer of custom-fabricated single-ply roofing systems, has appointed Greg Hudson as vice president of commercial excellence, strengthening leadership across its commercial operations and reinforcing the brand’s commitment to sustainable growth. In this role, Hudson will lead commercial strategy and market initiatives across all Duro-Last brands: EXCEPTIONAL®Metals, Protect-All® Flooring, Plastatech® and TIP-TOP®Screw Manufacturing. Hudson brings more than 20 years of experience in the building design and construction industry, most recently serving in senior commercial leadership roles …

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Stravito Introduces Deep Research Agent to Accelerate AI-Driven Insights for Retail Teams

by Katie Lee

Stockholm — Stravito, the Insights Intelligence Platform trusted by global brands to turn existing research into growth-driving decisions, has unveiled an upgrade to its AI Assistant with Deep Research Agent. The Deep Research Agent upgrade will roll out to customers during first quarter 2026. While many solutions prioritize speed, they often deliver shallow outputs that can fall short when complex business challenges demand comprehensive analysis. Deep Research Agent addresses this, delivering answers with the sourcing, depth and rigor that leaders require before committing to a decision. With new agentic capabilities, …

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Eggs Up Grill Names New Chief Financial Officer

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Spartanburg, S.C. — Eggs Up Grill, a fast-growing “better breakfast” restaurant franchise, has appointed Kayla Money as chief financial officer. She brings more than a decade of financial leadership experience in the restaurant industry to the growing breakfast, brunch and lunch franchise. Money joins Eggs Up Grill from Denny’s Corporation, where she most recently served as senior director of enterprise FP&A and investor relations. Money’s appointment comes on the heels of record-setting momentum for Eggs Up Grill. In 2025, the brand opened 18 new restaurants, the most in company history, …

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Floor & Decor Opens First Store on Staten Island

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Atlanta — Floor & Decor has opened its newest warehouse store and design center in Staten Island, N.Y., located at 98 Richmond Hill Rd. This marks the retailer’s first store on Staten Island and its second in New York City. The Staten Island store is led by Arsenio (AJ) MacKay, the store’s chief executive merchant. “Bringing Floor & Decor to Staten Island is an exciting milestone for our team,” says MacKay. “For more than 25 years, we’ve focused on making quality flooring and tile accessible to everyone, and we’re proud …

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Crack Attack

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— By Charles Clevidence — Why asphalt crack sealing is the most cost-effective preventive maintenance strategy. Crack sealing is the process of applying a specialized rubberized sealant into cracks in asphalt pavement to prevent water, debris and chemicals from penetrating the surface and damaging the base and subbase layers. It serves as the pavement’s first line of defense against deterioration and can significantly extend the service life of the asphalt. This treatment is most effective when performed early — while cracks are still small, typically a quarter-inch and wider, and …

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