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Wendy’s and REEF to Develop 700 Delivery Kitchens by 2025

by Katie Lee

Dublin, Ohio and Miami — The Wendy’s Company and REEF, the largest operator of mobility, logistics hubs and kitchens, have formed a new development commitment to open and operate 700 delivery kitchens over the next 5 years across the U.S., Canada and the United Kingdom. The commitment builds upon the successful test of eight delivery kitchens in Canada beginning in late 2020. Through this commitment, REEF will become the first Wendy’s® franchisee in the United Kingdom. Wendy’s and REEF expect to open approximately 50 delivery kitchens in 2021, with the …

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German Doner Kebab Begins U.S. Expansion at American Dream in New Jersey

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East Rutherford, N.J. — German Doner Kebab (GDK), the global fast-casual restaurant chain revolutionizing the kebab, is set to open its first restaurant in the United States at American Dream, an entertainment/retail center in Bergen County, N.J. The new location will open in August. “The U.S. offers a huge opportunity for GDK, and we are excited to be opening our first U.S. restaurant at American Dream,” says Nigel Belton, managing director of German Doner Kebab North America. “German Doner Kebab is exciting consumers across Europe and Canada, offering a fast-casual …

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David’s Bridal Promotes 4 Leaders to Senior Leadership Teams

by Katie Lee

Conshohocken, Pa. — David’s Bridal, the nation’s leading bridal and special occasion authority, has named the internal promotions of Andrea Dauphinee to senior vice president, human resources; Heather Braddock to the newly created role of vice president, digital solutions; Heather McReynolds to vice president, general merchandising manager, bridal and dresses; and Rich McGrath, vice president, learning, development and field human resources. Dauphinee has been with David’s Bridal for 3 years serving as vice president of HR operations. She will now report to CEO Jim Marcum, and will join the executive …

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Wagamama to Open 1st Restaurant in Georgia and 7th in the U.S.

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Atlanta — The Allen Morris Company, one of the largest diversified real estate firms in the Southeast, and SRS Real Estate Partners are bringing Wagamama, a renowned restaurant brand featuring fresh, Asian-inspired dishes served in a vibrant, social setting, to the newly-built Star Metals District in West Midtown Atlanta. This will be the company’s first location in Georgia and seventh location in the U.S. Wagamama first opened in London in 1992 and quickly expanded to over 200 locations in 27 countries. Wagamama takes its inspiration from the best flavors of …

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West Marine Appoints New Chief Executive Officer

by Katie Lee

Fort Lauderdale, Fla. — West Marine, Inc., the nation’s leading omnichannel provider of products, services and expertise for the marine aftermarket, has appointed Eric Kufel to succeed Ken Seipel as chief executive officer. As part of this planned transition, Seipel will become lead independent director of the West Marine board of directors, effective August 23. Kufel brings West Marine over two decades of executive leadership experience. He most recently served as executive chairman of Leslie’s, Inc., where he partnered with the team to transform Leslie’s into the largest, most trusted …

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KFC Expands Urban Footprint with New Inline Design

by Katie Lee

Louisville, Ky. — Through 2022, KFC will accelerate development in more urban, metropolitan areas in an effort to serve a younger and more diverse customer. Traditionally a brand known for its suburban footprint, KFC will aggressively enter more densely populated areas, where the real estate doesn’t allow for a traditional drive-thru model, with its urban inline design. Following positive second quarter earnings results, KFC U.S. opened 19 new restaurant locations, resulting in a plus three net-new unit growth year-to-date for the first time since 2004. KFC will continue its aggressive …

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Retired Best Buy Executive Returns to Retail as Albertsons’ President and CFO

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Boise, Idaho — Albertsons Companies has hired Sharon McCollam, who will join the company on September 7, 2021 as its president and chief financial officer. She will report to CEO Vivek Sankaran. McCollam will succeed Bob Dimond, who will be retiring and will remain with the company as an advisor through February 2022 to ensure a seamless transition. McCollam retired from Best Buy in 2016 where she served as executive vice president, chief administrative and chief financial officer. She is broadly recognized as the co-pilot of Best Buy’s Renew Blue …

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Hy-Brid Lifts Debuts Online Ordering for Parts & Used Equipment

by Katie Lee

Richfield, Wis. — Hy-Brid Lifts, an industry leader in high-quality, low-level access equipment, has introduced an online Parts Service Center and used equipment offering on the company’s website. The added online tools enhance the customer experience by making it easy to order parts 24/7 and provide access to high quality used equipment. “We are continuing to implement technology and services to make customers’ lives easier,” says Marshall Shaver, Hy-Brid Lifts’ vice president of sales and marketing. “This year has presented a whole array of new challenges and opportunities. We are …

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Krystal Names Vice President, Information Technology

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Atlanta — Krystal Restaurants LLC, the original quick-service restaurant chain in the South, recently named Steve Patel its new vice president of information technology. Patel will lead information technology for the brand and its nearly 300 restaurants. He is a seasoned IT professional with more than 22 years of experience. “Steve’s extensive experience and proven results in IT paired with his innovative and strategic mindset makes him a valuable asset for our organization as we look to expand our brand with systems that will improve services and processes for our …

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Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa Crosses 500-Unit Mark

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Trevose, Pa. — Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa, the franchise for affordable massage and facial services, has surpassed the 500-unit mark. Since 2004, Hand & Stone has become the premier massage and facial brand in the wellness space, with locations in 34 states and Canada. In the past 12 months, the brand has signed over 50 franchise agreements, including deals for 30 new spas in the first half of 2021. “This year, Hand & Stone is firing on all cylinders as the economy recovers and consumers increasingly look …

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