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Parts Town Technicians Receive Scholarship Awards at CFESA Annual Conference

by Katie Lee

Addison, Ill. — Parts Town, the technology innovator and market-leading distributor of original equipment manufacturer (OEM) foodservice, residential appliance and HVAC equipment repair parts, recently named the recipients of the Technician Scholarship Awards at this year’s CFESA Annual Conference. Parts Town has earmarked $22,500 in scholarships and cash prizes to support individuals in the technician community. In 2023, Parts Town has already awarded scholarships to technicians from A+ Commercial Gaskets of Minneapolis, JK Services, A+ Commercial Kitchen Repair and Windy City Equipment Service during their respective region conferences. “We are …

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Walmart Opens High-Tech Fulfillment Center Near Dallas

by Katie Lee

Lancaster, Texas — Walmart has opened a new 1.5 million-square-foot fulfillment center 15 miles south of Dallas, located at 2500 Belt Line Rd. in Lancaster. This next-generation facility will enable the retailer to fulfill more orders, more quickly. The Lancaster fulfillment center is the third of four next-generation facilities announced last year. A fifth facility was recently announced that will open in 2026. “Walmart is paving the way for good jobs and great careers in the Dallas region with the Lancaster fulfillment center. These tech-powered jobs will drive the future …

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Voodoo Brewing Co. Projected to Open 25 Brewpubs by the End of 2023

by Katie Lee

Meadville, Pa. — Since launching franchising in 2012, Voodoo Brewing Co. has experienced explosive growth, awarding almost 80 agreements, with 17 locations open and 25 brewpubs projected to open by the end of 2023. According to CEO Matteo Rachocki, Voodoo Brewing Co. has already sold out the Dallas market and has established itself in other major markets, including Pittsburgh; Las Vegas and Reno, Nevada; and Knoxville, Tenn. “We’re looking to bring Voodoo to communities across the U.S.,” Rachocki says. “At this point, we’re only going to award 50 more franchises. …

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Rite Aid Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Receives $3.4 Billion for Debt Restructuring

by Katie Lee

Philadelphia — Rite Aid Corp. has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and has received financial commitments totaling roughly $3.4 billion from lenders to support business operations as the company works to restructure its debt. The Philadelphia-based pharmacy and convenience store chain did not say whether it would immediately close any stores as a direct result of this filing, just that it would continue “assessing its footprint and closing underperforming stores.” However, in September, The Wall Street Journal reported that Rite Aid had proposed to its creditors a restructuring and …

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Focus Brands Appoints New Supply Chain, Customer Engagement and Digital Leaders

by Katie Lee

Atlanta — Focus Brands®, parent company of Auntie Anne’s®, Carvel®, Cinnabon®, Jamba®, McAlister’s Deli®, Moe’s Southwest Grill® and Schlotzsky’s®, has added three new leaders to its supply chain, digital and customer engagement functions. The following executives will be leading these key business functions within the company: Christopher McNutt, senior vice president, supply chain; Christopher McNutt, senior vice president, supply chain; Urvi Patel, senior vice president, customer experience & engagement; and Manuel Valdes, senior vice president, digital, data & marketing technology. “At Focus Brands, we’ve invested in platforms, tools and resources …

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Dollar General Brings Back Todd Vasos as CEO

by Katie Lee

Goodlettsville, Tenn. — Dollar General Corporation has appointed its former CEO and current board member, Todd Vasos, as its next CEO. Vasos previously served as Dollar General’s CEO from June 2015 until November 2022. He will remain a member of the board of directors, a role he has held since 2015. Vasos succeeds Jeff Owen, whose separation from the company and resignation from its board was effective Oct. 12, 2023. “The board has tremendous respect for Jeff and greatly appreciates his many contributions to the company, especially during his long …

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Sonny’s BBQ Names Senior Director of Information Technology

by Katie Lee

Orlando, Fla. — Sonny’s BBQ has hired Keith Berger as the senior director of information technology. Berger brings with him a wealth of IT experience and proven leadership to the brand. In his role, Berger will spearhead the development and implementation of Sonny’s BBQ’s information technology strategy, provide expert and strategic counsel to the leadership team and drive transformational change and innovation within the company. “We’re excited to welcome Keith and leverage his knowledge and expertise to shape a new vision for technology that supports our people-first strategic priorities,” says …

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Superior Group of Companies Names New Chief Information Officer

by Katie Lee

St. Petersburg, Fla. — Superior Group of Companies, Inc. has appointed Soo-Jin Behrstock as the company’s chief information officer (CIO). The appointment was effective Oct. 9, 2023. Behrstock will report to SGC’s chief strategy officer, Phil Koosed. Behrstock, with more than 25 years of broad technology and information systems experience in both business-to-business and e-commerce industries, has an impressive record of strategic thought leadership and transformational implementations. Most recently, she was the chief information officer at King’s Hawaiian, a 70-year-old internationally-renowned bakery. Prior to that, Behrstock served as chief information …

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Good Feet Holdings, LLC Appoints First Chief Brand Officer

by Katie Lee

Carlsbad, Calif. — Good Feet Holdings, LLC, a global holdings group of premium wellness brands, including The Good Feet Store and ING Source, has appointed Doug Zarkin as its incoming chief brand officer. He begins his new role on Oct. 15. As chief brand officer, Zarkin will oversee the portfolio of companies within Good Feet Holdings, which encompasses The Good Feet Store and ING Source compression socks, among others. His responsibilities will extend across the entire range of brands, strengthening the equity and footprint of each entity as leaders in …

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Fuzzy’s Taco Shop to Enter Nevada with 20-Restaurant Agreement

by Katie Lee

Irving, Texas — Fuzzy’s Taco Shop has entered into a 20-restaurant agreement with new franchisee Mark Justice, who will expand the brand’s footprint into Nevada, marking its first units in the state. Justice is eyeing Las Vegas for his first Fuzzy’s Taco Shop location, with expansion into other markets in Nevada over the next 7 years. In addition to Fuzzy’s Taco Shop, Justice owns and operates IHOP restaurants in eight states. Notably, Justice is the first IHOP franchisee to enter into a franchise agreement with Fuzzy’s Taco Shop after its …

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