Cheyenne, Wyo. — Taco John’s International Inc., a leading quick-service Mexican franchise, has appointed Brooks Speirs as vice president for franchise development. In his new role, Speirs will oversee all elements of franchise development for the legacy brand. As Taco John’s prioritizes growth this year, Speirs has developed a plan to expand the brand through franchising with qualified franchisees and development groups. In 2019, Taco John’s unveiled an updated brand and restaurant design. This year, the brand is introducing several new menu items. In addition, Taco John’s is rolling out …
Plano, Texas — JCPenney will expand curbside pickup services to 50 additional locations across the U.S. JCPenney Style on the Go Curbside Pickup offers customers the option to quickly grab online orders without leaving their car. The expansion comes after a successful pilot, where customers responded positively to the speed and ease of the experience. “Style on the Go Curbside Pickup is all about our customers and how they want to shop. As we continue to put our customers at the heart of everything we do, we continue to create …
— By Carmine J. Esposito — 10 waste management myths that cost you time and money — and how to choose the right company for your needs. Commercial waste management often bears a reputation for being costly, time consuming and complex to manage across multiple locations. While this can be true if you work with some companies, or try to handle the job yourself, not all waste management providers are the same. However, most facilities managers and purchasing directors don’t possess the in-depth waste industry experience to realize …
Richmond, Ind. — The Golden Corral in Richmond, Ind., recently underwent a comprehensive remodel and reopened with an all-new look and feel on February 27. Located at 3625 East Main St., the restaurant now features Golden Corral’s new prototype design package: the Gateway Model. Highlights of the remodel project include an updated exterior coupled with a major interior redesign featuring a stacked stone fireplace, contemporary décor, more comfortable and varied seating options, new carpeting, new lighting and a new buffet layout. Also, instead of paying upon arrival, guests will now …
Houston, Texas — Ron Harris, co-owner and executive vice president of Linron Company, is retiring. After more than 50 years in the flooring industry, Harris plans to relax, enjoy life and spend time with his family and grandchildren. More than two decades ago, Harris teamed up with his coworker from a previous flooring company, Linda Krienke, and the two created Linron Company. Together they have made a powerful contribution to the floor covering world. “Ron is a true pioneer to the flooring industry. His knowledge of the flooring products, installation …
Minneapolis — Target Corporation has hired Heath Holtz as senior vice president, field operations. Holtz will oversee Target’s supply chain and logistics field network to support Target’s more than 1,800 stores. Holtz joins the company March 1 and will report to Arthur Valdez, Target’s executive vice president and chief supply chain and logistics officer. “Target has built an industry-leading supply chain and logistics network that supports our stores as shopping destinations and local fulfillment hubs,” says Valdez. “Heath’s strong track record of leading global teams to elevate operational quality and …
Fayetteville, Ark. — Slim Chickens, which features dine-in and drive-thru in the “better chicken” segment, plans to open more than 30 restaurants in 2020 alone. Franchise locations are slated to open in new domestic markets including Maryland, New Jersey, Florida and Washington, to name a few. Internationally, franchise restaurants will open across the United Kingdom in markets like Reading, Southampton and Kent. Slim Chickens works well in traditional and non-traditional environments alike. In fact, the brand has openings planned for several non-traditional venues this year, including restaurants at three universities, …
Fairview Heights, Ill. — IMPACT Strategies recently gave a popular Fairview Heights, Ill., shopping center an all new exterior façade. Crossroads Centre is home to Dollar Tree, Big Lots, T.J. Maxx, Sky Zone Trampoline Park, Plato’s Closet, Ruler Foods and several other retailers who received a fresh look just in time for the new year. IMPACT worked with Northeast Capital Group who purchased the property in 2018. The renovations included repairs to the parking lot and sidewalks, enhanced site lighting, an updated pylon sign, and new fabric canopies. The updates …
— By Bob Lester — Keep your outdoor walkways as safe as your interior floors: How to avoid parking lot slips and trips this winter. The weather has gotten colder, precipitation in many regions of the country has turned into snow, and the likelihood of accidents caused by slick conditions has increased. While most restaurant and retail workers know to keep their floors clean and free of fall risks, they may not think about their outdoor walking spaces quite the same way. To keep customers safe this winter, retail …
— By Mike Folk — Sign maintenance options: they’re out there. We’ve all seen them. Signs that have one or several letters burnt out. Even though we know what that sign says when properly lit, the appearance makes one wonder why that establishment hasn’t fixed it. They spent a lot of money to design, build and install it — only to leave a bad impression and perhaps even send an unintended message. Why Maintenance Matters Noticing what’s wrong with other companies’ signs is easy when you’re their customer. The …