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Pegnato Roof Intelligence Network Named One of 100 Best Places to Work in L.A.

by Katie Lee

Marina Del Rey, Calif. — Pegnato Roof Intelligence Network (PRIN™) has been included in the Small Employer Category of the Los Angeles Business Journal 2023 list, Best Places to Work in Los Angeles. The program evaluated each nominated company’s benefits, policies, practices and demographics, and also relied heavily on employee surveys to measure their experience. “PRIN began as a family business, and we strive to make all of our employees feel like members of the Pegnato family,” says Alex Pegnato, president and COO of Pegnato. “We are delighted at this …

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Aldi to Acquire Winn-Dixie, Harveys Supermarket from Southeastern Grocers

by Katie Lee

Batavia, Ill. and Jacksonville, Fla. — German discount grocer Aldi has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Winn-Dixie and Harveys Supermarket as part of a larger divestiture of Jacksonville, Fla.-based parent company Southeastern Grocers to various entities. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. The Southeast-focused acquisition includes approximately 400 Winn-Dixie and Harveys locations across Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana and Mississippi. Aldi, which maintains its U.S. headquarters in Batavia, Ill., first established its presence in the Southeast in the mid-1990s and has since invested $2.5 billion in the …

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Panera Brands Appoints New Chief Financial Officer

by Katie Lee

St. Louis — Panera Brands Inc., which includes the fast-casual and hospitality brand Panera Bread as well as Caribou Coffee and Einstein Bros. Brands, has appointed long-time industry executive Paul Carbone as chief financial officer, effective August 15, 2023. He brings decades of operational, IPO and public company experience. “I am excited for Paul to join the team as we continue to focus on long term value-creation for Panera Brands,” says José Alberto Dueñas, CEO of Panera Brands and Panera Bread. “Paul’s depth of knowledge and history of success across …

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Destination XL Group, Inc. Extends Contract with President and CEO Until August 2026

by Katie Lee

Canton, Mass. — The board of directors of Destination XL Group, Inc., the leading integrated commerce specialty retailer of Big + Tall men’s clothing and shoes in the United States, has entered into an amended employment agreement with Harvey S. Kanter to extend the term of his role as president and chief executive officer. He has served as president & CEO and as a member of its board since April 1, 2019. “We are extremely pleased that Harvey has agreed to continue to lead our company into at least mid-August …

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Wendy’s Builds Upon Global Next Gen Design with New High-Capacity Kitchen

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Dublin, Ohio — The Wendy’s Company is opening its first Global Next Gen restaurants, while also finalizing a new Global Next Gen High-Capacity Kitchen design option for the highest customer demand. Both digital-first designs were created to enhance customer, crew and franchisee experiences, accelerating growth across Wendy’s® global restaurant footprint. Since unveiling the Global Next Gen restaurant design standard less than 1 year ago, the first Wendy’s Global Next Gen restaurants are now open in Kansas and Oklahoma, with more than 200 Global Next Gen restaurants slated to open through …

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Valvoline’s President of Retail Services Promoted to CEO

by Katie Lee

Lexington, Ky. — Valvoline Inc., a leader in preventive automotive maintenance delivering quick and convenient service, has announced that Sam Mitchell is retiring as chief executive officer and a member of the board of directors, effective September 30, 2023. Mitchell will be succeeded by Lori Flees, current president of retail services, as the company’s CEO. Flees will also join Valvoline’s board. “On behalf of the board, I want to thank Sam for his leadership of Valvoline for the last 21 years,” says Rich Freeland, chairman of the Valvoline board. “During …

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Paul Brodeur Returns to Jersey Mike’s as VP of Franchise Sales

by Katie Lee

Manasquan, N.J. — Jersey Mike’s Subs has added Paul Brodeur as vice president of franchise sales. Brodeur’s long history with Jersey Mikes began at age 14 when he worked in the original location in Point Pleasant Beach, N.J. He also was the company’ s first area director. “Paul brings to the sales team a deep understanding of the brand’s history and culture,” says Brian Sommers, chief development officer, Jersey Mike’s Franchise Systems, Inc. “His 30 years of sales experience will help elevate our high-performing sales team to the next level, …

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Michaels Unveils Refreshed Brand Identity for 50th Anniversary

by Katie Lee

Irving, Texas — Michaels has unveiled a new brand identity focused on helping core and new customers alike bring their creative ideas to life. Marking its 50th anniversary, Michaels has updated its tagline to “Everything to Create Anything.” Bold colors, playful fonts and highly textured macro imagery brings the new strategy to life alongside brand storytelling that connects to the joy and self-expression that creativity evokes in all of us. “Our customers’ creativity is the driving force of the Michaels brand, and it’s an honor to play a special role …

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The Melting Pot on Track to Reopen 60 Remodeled Locations in 2023

by Katie Lee

Tampa, Fla. — The Melting Pot, a 94-unit experiential dining fondue franchise, has had a hot start to the year with over 30 restaurants reopening after a push to remodel, a new pair of franchise owners joining the system and strong trends in guest count. “We’re beating last year’s numbers in terms of sales and guest count,” says Collin Benyo, franchise growth strategist. “There are great results that are exceeding our standards, and both the franchisees and guests are feeling that.” With over 30 restaurants remodeled in line with the …

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Coach Owner to Acquire Parent Company of Michael Kors, Versace for $8.5 Billion

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New York City — Tapestry, owner of fashion brands Coach, Kate Spade and Stuart Weitzman, has agreed to acquire luxury fashion group Capri Holdings Limited for $8.5 billion. Both companies are based in New York City. Capri Holdings consists of Versace, Jimmy Choo and Michael Kors. The group spans a retail footprint of over 1,200 stores globally, including 223 Versace locations, 237 Jimmy Choo stores and 812 Michael Kors locations. The all-cash transaction, which was unanimously approved by the board of directors at both Tapestry and Capri Holdings, is expected …

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