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Sheetz to Open Up to 30 New Locations in Western Pennsylvania

by Katie Lee

Pittsburgh — CBRE has been engaged to assist with site selection for Sheetz Inc.’s expansion in Western Pennsylvania by RBG Development, Inc., a Pittsburgh-based commercial real estate acquisition development firm and exclusive developer for Sheetz, Inc. in the region. Sheetz is one of America’s fastest-growing, family-owned and operated convenience store chains. CBRE, in partnership with RBG Development (RBG), will source and negotiate the acquisition of approximately 1.5 to 3.0-plus-acre, high-traffic and high-visibility sites to help the chain expand its presence by as many as 30 locations in Western Pennsylvania within …

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REEF Launches First Ever “Virtual Food Hall” at Raleigh-Durham International Airport

by Katie Lee

Raleigh and Durham, N.C. — Travelers at Raleigh-Durham International Airport can now order meals for pickup through REEF’s first-of-its-kind virtual food hall, an evolved ghost kitchen, in Terminal 2. The “getREEF Virtual Food Hall” is operated by REEF and its Airport Concession Disadvantaged Business Enterprise partner, HUBB Kitchens, led by Jason Johnson. The kitchen features nine popular brands including fast-growing international favorites such as Krispy Rice, 800 Degrees Pizza, Pei Wei, Xochimex Cantina Grill, Zinburger and Rebel Wings, as well as local concepts Beyu Caffé, Hubb Kitchen and American Meltdown. …

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Interface Systems Appoints Chief Operations Officer

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St. Louis, Mo. — Interface Systems, a leading managed service provider delivering business security, managed network, UCaaS and business intelligence solutions, has appointed Bud Homeyer as chief operations officer (COO). Homeyer previously served as Interface’s executive vice president of enterprise solutions, where he was instrumental in enabling digital transformation for large retail and restaurant customers. Prior to Interface, Homeyer held several senior leadership positions at prominent brands like Michaels, Brinker and Bank of America. In his new role, Homeyer will lead all operations functions, including customer support, service delivery, supply …

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Williams-Sonoma President Departs; New Brand President is Named

by Katie Lee

San Francisco — Ryan Ross, president of the Williams Sonoma brand, resigned on July 26, 2022. Effective immediately, Felix Carbullido has assumed the role of president, Williams Sonoma brand. Most recently, he served as chief marketing officer (CMO) of Williams-Sonoma, Inc. since 2014, leading marketing strategy and operations across the company’s portfolio of brands. Carbullido joined Williams-Sonoma, Inc. in 2009 as vice president, Pottery Barn e-commerce, and was promoted in 2011 to senior vice president, Pottery Barn DTC, overseeing all aspects of the brand’s online and catalog business. “I am …

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Yum! Brands Highlights Progress on Climate and Sustainable Packaging

by Katie Lee

Louisville, Ky. — Yum! Brands, Inc. has released its annual Global Citizenship & Sustainability Report, highlighting the company’s strategic investments in socially responsible growth, risk management and stewardship of its people, food and impact on the planet. This includes addressing climate change, advancements in sustainable packaging and creating equity in the communities it serves. “We delivered strong business results in 2021, demonstrating that focus on environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues is not incidental to growth, but an enabler of it,” says David Gibbs, CEO of Yum! Brands. “We continue …

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The Home Depot Announces Latest Carbon Emission Reductions

by Katie Lee

Atlanta — The Home Depot reduced its combined Scope 1 and 2 carbon emissions by approximately 172,000 metric tons in 2021, equivalent to taking more than 37,000 cars off the road for a year. The company reduced its electricity consumption by approximately 11% year-over-year in U.S. stores — while at the same time opening five new stores — and cut U.S. store electricity usage by 50% since 2010. These and other highlights are included in The Home Depot’s 2022 ESG Report. In 2021, The Home Depot estimates that customer purchases …

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Dine Brands Global Appoints VP of Investor Relations and Treasury

by Katie Lee

Glendale, Calif. — Dine Brands Global, Inc., the parent company of Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar® and IHOP® restaurants, has named Brett Levy as vice president of investor relations and treasury, effective July 25, 2022. Levy is responsible for the development, implementation and management of Dine Brands’ investor relations strategy, with a focus on continuing and building relationships with investors, analysts and other key stakeholders. He brings to the company his advisory and investing knowledge, amassed throughout a Wall Street career, which spans more than 25 years. Prior to joining …

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Life Time Recognized by DOE for Energy Efficiency Leadership

by Katie Lee

Washington, D.C. — In July, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) recognized Better Buildings Challenge partner Life Time, Inc. for energy efficiency advances made throughout its portfolio of athletic country clubs. DOE staff and Life Time leadership toured the organization’s Chanhassen, Minn., club to see firsthand the technologies and procedures that have allowed Life Time to increase its energy efficiency by nearly 40% across its buildings portfolio of 16 million square feet. In 2017, Life Time became the first health club to join the Better Buildings Challenge by committing to …

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Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc. Names New President and CEO

by Katie Lee

Greenwood Village, Colo. — Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc. has named G.J. Hart as the company’s new president and chief executive officer, effective September 6, 2022. A member of the Red Robin board since August 2019, Hart will continue to serve as a member of the board in addition to his roles as CEO and president. Hart will succeed Paul Murphy, current president and CEO, who recently informed the Red Robin Board of directors that he intends to retire at the end of 2022 when his employment agreement expires. Murphy …

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Toys “R” Us to Open In-Store Shops at Macy’s Locations Across the U.S.

by Katie Lee

New York City — Macy’s has announced a partnership with WHP Global to open Toys “R” Us in-store shops within all of its locations across the U.S. Toys “R” Us stores will range from 1,000 to 10,000 square feet and are set to open from late July through October 15. Each location will feature colorful fixtures, demonstration tables for customers to interact with toys, and a “Geoffrey on a Bench” photo opportunity for families. The in-store shops may also grow by an additional 500 to 3,000 square feet during the …

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