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Fashion Retailer Aritzia to Open Flagship Store on Magnificent Mile in Downtown Chicago

by Katie Lee

Chicago — Aritzia, a women’s fashion boutique retailer based in Vancouver, plans to open a flagship store on Chicago’s Magnificent Mile, bucking a trend of retailers leaving the famous stretch of North Michigan Avenue. The Magnificent Mile spans 13 city blocks in downtown Chicago and houses 460 stores, 275 restaurants and 60 hotels. The retailer, which sells apparel under brands such as Wilfred, Babaton and TNA, will occupy a 46,000-square-foot space at 555 N. Michigan Ave. in 2023. The location formerly housed Gap’s three-story flagship store before the retailer closed …

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Denny’s Joins “Pathways” Program to Support Black Franchise Ownership

by Katie Lee

Spartanburg, S.C. — Denny’s has announced its commitment to the Pathways to Black Franchise Ownership program created by the Multicultural Foodservice & Hospitality Alliance (MFHA). Denny’s and MFHA have enjoyed a successful 25-year alliance and, as a new Pathways to Black Franchise Ownership partner, Denny’s will help MFHA reach its goal of creating 100 Black-owned franchises by 2023. The Pathways to Black Franchise Ownership program aims to make systemic change and drive greater wealth in the Black community by empowering African American entrepreneurs to operate high-performing franchise businesses. Research from …

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Edible Welcomes New Vice President of Franchise Sales

by Katie Lee

Atlanta — Edible® reinforces its executive leadership team, as it continues its global growth by focusing on franchise sales and territory expansion with the addition of Ramzi Daklouche as vice president of franchise sales. Previously serving as chief growth officer at Pieology Pizzeria, Ramzi has a wide-ranging background in growing brands and territories both domestic and globally. With nearly a decade of experience, Ramzi brings a strong understanding and unique perspective that will amplify franchise expansion for the Edible® brand. “I’m honored to be joining Edible® during such a promising …

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At Home Marks Milestone with 250th Store Opening

by Katie Lee

Plano, Texas — At Home, The Home Décor Superstore, opened its 250th store on June 15 in Amherst, N.Y. It is also the company’s first location in the Buffalo market. The store’s grand opening will take place on July 2. “Today’s milestone is a significant step toward our long term potential to grow the brand, increase market share and strengthen our position as the leading retailer of home décor,” says Lee Bird, chairman and CEO. “We continue to strategically expand our footprint across the country and are on track to …

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Zaxby’s Names New Chief Marketing & Strategy Officer

by Katie Lee

Athens, Ga. — Zaxby’s, a premium quick-service restaurant brand founded in Athens, Ga., has named Patrick Schwing as chief marketing & strategy officer. He joins Zaxby’s from Inspire Brands, where he has served as Arby’s chief marketing officer and president of the Franchise Association for more than 2 years. In his new role, Schwing will oversee marketing communications, loyalty, e-commerce, R&D and media including digital and social to help the organization architect its future growth plans. “As Zaxby’s focuses on brand and culinary differentiation, we are excited to add Patrick …

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IT’SUGAR Rolls Out New Department Stores Across U.S.

by Katie Lee

Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. — IT’SUGAR, the largest specialty candy ‘retailtainer’ in the United States plans to open more candy department stores across the US. One of the highlights of the 2022 rollout is the signing of a lease for a 20,335-square-foot pop-up candy department store in a prime location in Times Square in New York City. The new experiential candy emporium will take over space vacated by Modell’s with a grand opening planned for fall 2022. “Times Square shares our energy and spirit and is the perfect location for our …

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Famous Toastery Hires New VP of Franchise Development

by Katie Lee

Charlotte, N.C. — Eric Gustafsson has been named the new vice president of franchise development for Famous Toastery. He will play an instrumental role in supporting incoming franchise owners as the brand moves closer to achieving its goal of reaching 50 units — doubling its current footprint — by 2024. Gustafsson brings many years of experience in the restaurant and franchising industries. Most recently, Gustafsson worked as director of business development for REEF, a global ghost kitchen technology company with 400 operations throughout the world. Prior to that, Gustafsson worked …

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ENTOUCH Selects VP of Channel Development and Director of Product Management

by Katie Lee

Richardson, Texas — ENTOUCH, a leader in multisite energy management solutions, has hired Jordan Statt and Simone Samms as vice president of channel development and director of product management, respectively. In his role, Statt will build upon the growth of ENTOUCH’s channel partners and expand on the company’s vision to develop a robust channel and partner ecosystem. Samms will shape the product management team, focusing on delivering solutions directly impacting customer goals and strategic growth. Statt brings a decade of business and channel development leadership expertise to the role. Before …

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Simon Premium Outlets Outlines Multiple New Developments

by Katie Lee

Indianapolis — Simon has the following new developments in major growing U.S. markets — Carson, Calif.; Nashville, Tenn.; and Tulsa, Okla. — as well as the expansion of Woodbury Common Premium Outlets in New York. “We are thrilled to bring these new and compelling projects to serve their markets, and they will provide the quality, variety and value combination that retailers and consumers have come to know and expect from Simon,” says David Simon, chairman, CEO and president of Simon. North of New York City, Simon is detailing plans for the …

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Starbucks Board of Directors Affirms CEO Transition Details

by Katie Lee

Seattle — Starbucks Corporation’s board of directors has provided an update to affirm the search details for the company’s next chief executive officer. The board has agreed with founder Howard Schultz that he will remain as interim CEO through the first fiscal quarter of 2023. This timeline provides the company the ideal runway for a seamless transition and continuity of leadership through the 2022 holiday season, as the business transformation continues. Since returning as interim CEO on April 4, Schultz has engaged deeply with employees of all levels of the …

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