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The Save Mart Companies Names Executive Chairman

by Katie Lee

Modesto, Calif. — The Save Mart Companies and Kingswood Capital Management, LP have named Shane Sampson as executive chairman of the California-based, regional grocery retailer. Sampson is a fourth-generation grocer who brings nearly four decades of experience to The Save Mart Companies in building brands, implementing innovative marketing and merchandising programs, and leading strategic operations. Most recently, he served as Albertsons Companies’ chief marketing and merchandising officer. He was instrumental in driving Albertsons’ merchandising strategy during a period of monumental growth during which he oversaw significant development and innovation of …

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Starbucks Founder Howard Schultz Takes the Helm as CEO

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Seattle — On April 4, Starbucks Corporation marked the return of founder Howard Schultz as chief executive officer and as a director on the company’s board. The news follows the retirement of Kevin Johnson, former president and CEO, who spent 13 years with the company, including the last 5 years as CEO. In an early morning letter, Schultz shared with all company stakeholders a vision and invitation to join in the reimagination of the company he built, one with a storied history and an enduring mission to inspire and nurture …

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H&H Bagels Introduces New Service Model and Brand Design

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New York City — H&H Bagels, a legendary New York City brand since 1972, is reopening its Upper West Side location after a 9-week remodeling and renovation project. The 50-year-old bagel company was started with a single location on the Upper West Side, one of Manhattan’s cultural and intellectual hubs, and has now expanded to five locations throughout the New York City area. The newly renovated space features an upgraded customer experience, accompanied by a new modern design. The storefront features the brand’s innovative fast-casual service model, which allows customers …

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Hibbett Promotes Supply Chain & Merchandising Veterans to SVP

by Katie Lee

Birmingham, Ala. — Hibbett, Inc., which operates nearly 1,100 Hibbett and City Gear stores nationwide, has promoted two industry veterans to the senior vice president level. Mike McAbee has been promoted from vice president, supply chain & store development to senior vice president, supply chain & store development, and Stephani Smith has been promoted from vice president/general merchandising manager of women’s to senior vice president, merchandising. “I am proud to announce the promotions of two key contributors from our supply chain and merchandising teams,” says Jared Briskin, executive vice president, …

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City Facilities Management Partners with Mogul to Diversify Workforce

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New York — Mogul, Inc., a disruptor in the HR tech and executive recruiting industry, has signed a deal with City Facilities Management, a growing provider of end-to-end facilities management services. The Jacksonville, Fla.-based FM company has experienced record growth since 2016, and will use Mogul’s Talent Acquisition Platform to attract, source and hire top, diverse talent. “We believe diversity is the key to our success, and Mogul’s unique platform will allow us to source and hire better and more diverse candidates than ever before,” says Michelle Rodriguez, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, …

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California Pizza Kitchen Signs 2 International Development Agreements

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Costa Mesa, Calif. — California Pizza Kitchen has signed two new international franchise agreements and plans to open seven international restaurants and two airport locations by year-end. These milestones follow the brand’s development momentum last year that included the launch of its domestic franchise program in December 2021. Recently signed international deals include agreements in Costa Rica and Chile, bringing the brand’s locations to approximately 50 overseas restaurants. Additionally, new locations are set to open in India; Chile; Costa Rica; Alberta, Canada; as well as in the Santiago, Chile, and …

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Restaurant Technologies Adds to Senior Leadership Team

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Minneapolis — Restaurant Technologies has named two new executive placements as the company accelerates its growth to support new and existing commercial partnerships. Andy Dulka and Mike St. Clair join Restaurant Technologies, the top provider of foodservice cooking oil and hood and flue management solutions, with over 35 years of combined senior leadership experience. As chief information officer, Dulka will oversee the continued development of innovative, scalable and secure technologies for all of Restaurant Technologies. Previously, Dulka was the chief information officer at Starkey Hearing Technologies. Preceding Starkey, Dulka served …

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IT’SUGAR to Open Soon on the Magnificent Mile

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Chicago — IT’SUGAR, the largest specialty and experiential candy retailer in the United States with 100 stores nationwide, will open on April 7 in Chicago. The new 11,400-square-foot candy department store will open in the former Disney Store location on North Michigan Avenue, bringing a much-needed experience-based retail attraction to the famous Magnificent Mile. Chicago is the candy capital of the world with many confectionery companies based in the area. The store will showcase notable brands from Chicago, including Nerds, Tootsie Roll, Wrigley’s Gum and Charms Blow Pops, along with …

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WaBa Grill Continues California Expansion with 13-Store Deal

by Katie Lee

Anaheim Hills, Calif. — WaBa Grill, one of the nation’s leading healthy rice bowl chains, is continuing to grow the brand’s California presence after inking a 13-store development deal. The deal was signed by franchisees Harsimran “Sim” Nagra and Jerry Bajwa with the Bajwa Group of Companies, which currently owns and operates 19 other WaBa Grill locations throughout Southern California. The Bajwa Group now has exclusive territory rights to develop WaBa Grill locations north of Bakersfield through Fresno, introducing WaBa Grill to many new markets including Visalia, Tulare and more. …

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Express Appoints New Senior Vice President and CFO

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Columbus, Ohio — Fashion apparel retailer Express, Inc. has appointed Jason Judd as the company’s senior vice president and chief financial officer, effective April 4th. He joins Express from Big Lots and will report to CEO Tim Baxter. “I am pleased to welcome Jason to Express, Inc.,” says Baxter. “He is a seasoned, well rounded and accomplished financial executive with a proven track record of delivering results. His experience across industries and companies, combined with his passion for retail makes him a terrific complement to our extraordinary leadership team, and …

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