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CBL Properties and MINISO Partner to Expand U.S. Presence to 13 CBL Malls

by Katie Lee

Chattanooga, Tenn. — CBL Properties has executed multiple deals with global lifestyle retailer MINISO, expanding the brand’s presence to a dozen new markets in the United States. The first wave of store openings started in November 2023 at Valley View Mall in Roanoke, Va., and Hanes Mall in Winston-Salem, N.C., followed by the January 2024 opening at Coastal Grand Mall in Myrtle Beach, S.C. Throughout the rest of 2024, stores will open in the following malls and locations: • CoolSprings Galleria (Nashville, Tenn.) • Hamilton Place (Chattanooga, Tenn.) • West …

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Papa Johns Names Interim CEO

by Katie Lee

Louisville, Ky. — The president and CEO of Papa John’s International, Inc., Rob Lynch, plans to depart Papa Johns to become CEO of Shake Shack. The board has appointed Ravi Thanawala, current chief financial officer of Papa Johns, as interim CEO. To ensure a smooth transition, Lynch will provide continued support in an advisory role until April 30, 2024. The board is conducting a search to identify a successor for the CEO role. “I am confident that we have a strong leadership team in place — led by Ravi Thanawala …

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Let’s Pave Launches VIBE: Women’s Empowerment Group

by Katie Lee

Oak Brook, Ill. — National parking lot contractor Let’s Pave, as well as its commercial roofing division, Let’s Roof, have recently launched the VIBE Women’s Empowerment Group. Established by Lana Halzel, business development manager, and Ashley Kuzlik, project coordinator, VIBE provides a platform for female colleagues to network, share experiences and support each other personally and professionally. “Paving and roofing are male-dominated industries,” says Halzel. “Let’s Pave and Let’s Roof have a unique advantage in that our team is 42% women and counting. The ladies in our organization bring valuable …

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Take 5 Car Wash Names New President and SVP, Field Operations

by Katie Lee

Charlotte, N.C. — Tim Austin joins Take 5 Car Wash as president from the retail hearing healthcare company, Lucid Hearing, where he served as president and COO, helping grow the company to over 500 worldwide locations. Take 5 Oil Change also has added a senior vice president of field operations, Missy McKinley. She most recently served as senior vice president of operations for Scooter’s Coffee. “Tim is a proven multi-unit leader with more than three decades of success at some of the world’s most respected retailers,” says Danny Rivera, executive …

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Shake Shack Names Papa Johns CEO as its New CEO

by Katie Lee

New York City — The board of directors of Shake Shack Inc. has appointed Rob Lynch to chief executive officer and board member, effective May 20, 2024. Lynch currently serves as president and CEO of Papa John’s International, Inc. and under his leadership, the company has achieved record global systemwide sales (over $5 billion across approximately 5,900 units). Lynch will succeed Randy Garutti who will continue as the company’s CEO through May 20, 2024, which will also be his final day serving on the board, before transitioning to an advisor …

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H&M Reopens in Atlanta After Extensive Renovation

by Katie Lee

Atlanta — H&M, the beloved global fashion retailer, reopened its Perimeter Mall store on March 21 after an extensive renovation. Located in Atlanta, the store has undergone an inspiring transformation, promising an elevated shopping experience for fashion lovers. The newly renovated H&M at Perimeter Mall will give shoppers in the Atlanta area access to the latest trends to allow customers to express themselves, all in a brand-new interior. The location will offer collections for women and men as well as a separate “store within a store” sections for accessories. The …

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Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream Names Former Wetzel’s Pretzels Chief as New CEO

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Canfield, Ohio — Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream, a leading operator and franchisor serving handcrafted ice cream since 1945, has named Jennifer Schuler as its new chief executive officer. Schuler is taking the helm of a nearly 130-store brand with more than 65 franchisees. “We are incredibly excited to welcome Jennifer to Handel’s. We found her highly relevant and proven capabilities and experience, combined with her strong focus on franchisee success, was a terrific fit for Handel’s. She is a highly talented and people-oriented franchise leader who brings great passion and …

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Joann Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Plans to Go Private

by Katie Lee

Hudson, Ohio — Joann Inc., a fabrics and sewing retailer based in Hudson, Ohio, has filed for prepackaged Chapter 11 bankruptcy. The company’s 829 stores and its website will remain open for business. Following the bankruptcy process, if approved, Joann will become a private company owned by some of its lenders and other industry parties, and its shares will no longer be listed on Nasdaq or any other national stock exchange. As of March 19, the company’s stock has been delisted. Joann expects to emerge from the voluntary bankruptcy process …

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Taco John’s Names New President and CEO

by Katie Lee

Cheyenne, Wyo. — Taco John’s® welcomes industry veteran Heather Neary to the executive leadership team as president and chief executive officer. Neary assumes the role from former CEO Jim Creel, who retired after more than two decades. During Creel’s tenure, the chain became one of the largest Mexican quick-service restaurant brands in the country. Neary brings more than two decades of relevant restaurant, brand and franchise leadership experience to her new role, most recently as the brand president at KBP Brands, a large QSR franchisee. She joins Taco John’s as …

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Revo Opens First U.S. Store in Manhattan’s SoHo District

by Katie Lee

New York City — Revo, a premium, high-quality, performance sunglass company, opened its first U.S. brick-and-mortar retail store in Manhattan’s SoHo neighborhood on March 13. The retail showroom is located at 436 West Broadway. The new store introduces an exclusive and engaging shopping experience to both loyal Revo enthusiasts and those discovering the iconic brand for the first time. Once inside, visitors are greeted by a series of displays showcasing the complete spectrum of Revo’s offerings, all of which feature the brand’s signature NASA-based lens technology. Custom prescription sunglasses, limited …

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