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R&R Brands Launches to Elevate Hospitality and Entertainment

by Katie Lee

Baton Rouge, La. — R&R Brands has officially launched as a parent company and embedded operating partner powering a portfolio of nearly 50 restaurant and entertainment locations across seven states. Built by operators, for operators, R&R exists to scale brands with real alignment and zero spin. The R&R Brands portfolio currently includes Party Fowl, Cody’s Original Roadhouse, Santa Fe Cattle Co., multiple franchise locations of Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux and Celebrity Theatres. Uniquely structured as both franchisor and franchisee — while also owning and operating brands directly — R&R brings a …

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RaceTrac Partners with Sensolus for Smart Tracking Services

by Katie Lee

Atlanta — Sensolus, a global provider of industrial IoT solutions, has formed a partnership with leading convenience store retailer RaceTrac to deploy tracking technologies for critical parts transported between store locations and distribution centers, helping to deliver on RaceTrac’s focus on efficiency and exceptional customer service. RaceTrac partnership with IoT solutions provider Sensolus to deploy tracking technologies for critical parts transported between store locations and distribution centers, helping deliver on RaceTrac’s focus on efficiency and exceptional customer service. By digitally tracking reusable totes containing spare parts for fuel pumps, Sensolus …

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Paradies Lagardère Expands Footprint with Retail/F&B Contracts at 2 Key Airports

by Katie Lee

Atlanta — Paradies Lagardère, a leading North American airport restaurateur and retailer, has finalized new food and beverage and retail contracts at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). “We are truly humbled by the trust that our airport partners have placed in us, and we are honored to continue growing these relationships,” says Gregg Paradies, president and CEO. “These new opportunities allow us to do what we’re most passionate about, which is partnering with local artisans and entrepreneurs to create a genuine sense of …

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Fresh Kitchen Unveils Plans for Largest-Ever Location in South Tampa

by Katie Lee

Tampa Bay, Fla. — Fresh Kitchen plans to open a brand-new flagship location in early 2026. The new restaurant is taking over the former Ducky’s Sports Lounge space at 1719 W. Kennedy Blvd. in South Tampa, Fla., and will be the largest Fresh Kitchen yet — doubling the size of a typical location and paving the way for future innovation and growth. Fresh Kitchen lost its original South Howard location to an early morning fire in July 2024, just 1 month shy of celebrating its 10th anniversary. In the months …

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Rack Room Shoes Promotes & Realigns Strategic Leadership Team

by Katie Lee

Charlotte, N.C. — Rack Room Shoes, a leading footwear retailer, has made significant promotions within its leadership team, reflecting the company’s strategy to align its operations for continued growth. Rack Room Shoes has realigned its merchandising and digital strategies to navigate the evolving retail landscape. The organizational changes are being implemented to drive further growth and innovation while continuing to build on the company’s legacy. • Brian Burnett, senior vice president, general merchandise manager, has been promoted to senior vice president, chief merchandise officer (CMO). In this expanded role, he …

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PJ’s Coffee Opens First Location in Virginia

by Katie Lee

Alexandria, Va. — New Orleans-based PJ’s Coffee opened its first Virginia location, in Alexandria, on July 8. Located on the ground floor of the 400-unit South Alex apartment complex, the standalone café brings a taste of the French Quarter to Virginia with its signature beignets, small-batch roasted coffee and seasonal sips. Alexandria’s PJ’s Coffee marks the brand’s 15th state and seventh location in Maryland. The Alexandria location is locally owned and operated by the husband-and-wife entrepreneurs Ronald and Sofiya Ali Parker, both longtime residents of the Alexandria-Burgundy Village area. Phyllis …

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Brochu Walker Opens its Fifth Store at The Post Montecito

by Katie Lee

Los Angeles — Brochu Walker, a quiet luxury lifestyle brand, is celebrating a significant milestone, announcing its fifth store location in the Montecito, Calif., area. The highly anticipated concept store brings Brochu Walker’s timelessly elegant collections to one of the most sought-after locations in the country. Doors are now open at The Post Montecito (Santa Barbara, Calif.). Brochu Walker has additional stores in Atlanta; Carmel-by-the-Sea, Calif.; Westport, Conn.; and Southampton, N.Y. When selecting its newest store location, the brand prioritized finding a community that has shown great brand affinity and …

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Energous Introduces Battery-Free e-Sense Tag for Retail & Supply Chain

by Katie Lee

San Jose, Calif. — Energous Corporation d/b/a Energous Wireless Power Solutions, a leader in over-the-air (OTA) wireless power networks, has launched the e-Sense tag: a battery-free, maintenance-free wireless sensor for location and temperature monitoring in retail, supply chain and logistics environments. Energous now offers a complete ambient IoT platform consisting of wirelessly-powered, battery-free sensors, RF-based energy transmitters and cloud-based monitoring software. This integrated system enables uninterrupted, real-time visibility across supply chains without relying on batteries, manual maintenance or conventional wired infrastructure. The tag continuously reports temperature and location data to …

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Fatburger Accelerates Florida Growth with 40-Unit Development Deal

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Los Angeles — FAT (Fresh. Authentic. Tasty.) Brands Inc., parent company of Fatburger and 17 other restaurant concepts, has signed a new development deal with existing franchisee Whole Factor Inc., to open 40 additional Fatburger locations across Florida over the next 10 years, including new areas such as Jacksonville. Since 2021, Whole Factor Inc. has been steadily growing the Fatburger brand across the state with a 14-unit development deal to grow in the Orlando and Tampa areas, with two restaurants open to date in Riverview and Celebration. “Two years ago, …

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Ollie’s Opens First Location in Nebraska

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Harrisburg, Pa. — Ollie’s Bargain Outlet, Inc. is bringing its first store in the state of Nebraska to Omaha. Ollie’s is known for brand name closeouts at up to 70% off regular store prices. The newest Ollie’s officially opened on July 2 on 72nd Street, next to Marshalls, in a location formerly occupied by Big Lots. “We are excited to open our first store in the great state of Nebraska, where the folks have been so good to us,” says Eric van der Valk, president and chief executive officer of …

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