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Potbelly Names New Chief Development Officer

by Katie Lee

Chicago — Potbelly Corporation has appointed Larry Strain as its chief development officer (CDO) effective immediately. Potbelly is contracting with Restaurant Development Experts (RDE), LLC in connection with Strain’s engagement for this role and Bob Wright, president and CEO of Potbelly, will have oversight responsibility for him. Strain will oversee four key areas of shop development including Corporate Development Services, Franchise Sales & Development, Brokerage Services & Tenant Representation, and Strategic & Trade Area Level Market Planning. “The addition of Larry and his wealth of experience in real estate and …

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Two New Restaurant Concepts by Celano Design Studio to Open this Summer in Las Vegas

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Las Vegas — Celano Design Studio has two new restaurants opening this summer. Tapped by Resorts World Las Vegas, the city’s highly anticipated resort opening on June 24, Celano is the creative lead behind the design of two of the hotel’s exciting new concepts: ¡Viva!, a new Mexican restaurant from Chef Ray Garcia, as well as Here Kitty Kitty Vice Den, a hidden speakeasy located within Zouk Group’s Asian hawker-inspired food hall Famous Foods Street Eats. Together with local architect Marnell Companies, Celano has designed two unique spaces with lively …

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Sage Restaurant Concepts Appoints New Vice President of Operations

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Denver — Sage Restaurant Concepts, a Sage Hospitality Group company, has appointed Matt Stuhl as vice president of operations. In this role, Stuhl is responsible for the overall operations of a selection of the company’s more than 30 restaurants, bars and coffee shops across the U.S. “We could not be more thrilled to welcome Matt to the Sage family,” says Meaghan Goedde, chief operating officer of Sage Restaurant Concepts. “His incredible depth of knowledge and experience in complex food and beverage operations, ensuring that outlets deliver amazing experiences. Beyond his …

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Wings of New York Opens First Storefront Location in Yankee Stadium

by Katie Lee

Jericho, N.Y. — On May 21, Wings of New York, the virtual restaurant concept created by Nathan’s Famous, opened its first physical restaurant, located inside Yankee Stadium. The Wings of New York location will offer a limited version of the menu, including Harlem-style Chicken and Waffles, as well as Nathan’s Famous extra-long hot dog. “We are very excited to bring Wings of New York to Yankees fans, giving them more options at the ballpark including wings, hand-dipped chicken tenders and Harlem-style malted waffles,” says James Walker, senior vice president, restaurants. …

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86 Repairs Names New Head of Revenue

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Chicago — 86 Repairs, an innovative platform that automates equipment repair and maintenance for restaurants, has named Sean Ramsey as its new head of revenue. Previously, Ramsey served as vice president of revenue at document drafting lifecycle tech company Litera. During his tenure at Litera, Ramsey was involved in seeing the company grow from 50 employees to over 400. He helped lead the company through multiple major acquisitions and two separate successful private equity exits. The company increased its annual growth rate from 5% to 30%, as well as annual …

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Panera Bread Unveils New Restaurant Design Catered to Changing Post-Pandemic Consumer Needs

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St. Louis — Panera Bread has unveiled a new restaurant design featuring increased drive-thru and pickup access, technological offerings including contactless meal pickup and an updated dine-in experience in response to COVID-19. The company is the latest chain to announce a refreshed design adapted to the changing needs of consumers during the pandemic. The first next-generation Panera Bread is set to open in the St. Louis suburb of Ballwin this November and will include: an open kitchen with ovens in full view of restaurant guests; dual drive-thru and dedicated rapid …

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Inside Out

by Katie Lee

— By Andrew Eck — From the inside looking out: 2021 foodservice industry trends.   I think we all put a lot of pressure on 2021 to be a year of rebounding, the year that we return to normal. So far, we are off to a slow start! From the events in Washington, D.C., in early January to the traumatic weather events we have seen in Texas recently, maybe 2021 won’t be perfect, but I do believe there is reason for optimism. There is reason for a lot of optimism, …

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Emerging Gourmet Biscuit Concept, Biscuit Belly, Launches National Franchise Program

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Louisville, Ky. — Biscuit Belly, a chef-driven fast-casual breakfast and brunch concept specializing in gourmet biscuit sandwiches, has signed its first and second multi-unit development agreements to franchise 10 locations throughout Lexington, Ky.; Knoxville, Tenn.; Huntsville, Ala.; and Birmingham, Ala. This marks the first development deals since the brand launched its franchising efforts at the end of 2020 and supports Biscuit Belly’s plans to grow to 20-25 locations by the end of 2021. Seasoned multi-unit franchisees Jay and Kelly Shoffner and their family will own and operate six new Biscuit …

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FAT Brands Adds 3 Executives to Senior Management Team

by Katie Lee

Los Angeles — FAT (Fresh. Authentic. Tasty.) Brands Inc., parent company of Fatburger, Johnny Rockets and seven other restaurant concepts, has added additional depth to its senior management team with three new hires: Allen Sussman, general counsel; Ken Kuick, chief financial officer; and Rob Rosen, EVP capital markets. “FAT Brands has experienced remarkable growth in spite of the pandemic, opening new restaurants around the world, and we’re not done yet,” says Andy Wiederhorn, CEO of FAT Brands. “Bringing these three talented professionals on-board will bring additional intellectual capital and practical …

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Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers Signs Agreements for 29 New Restaurants

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Wichita, Kan. — Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers has recently signed four multi-unit agreements that will result in a total of 29 new restaurants. The expansion follows a strong 2020 in which the concept celebrated its 400th restaurant opening. The 29 restaurants will be developed by four different franchise groups across Southern California, Central Florida, Texas and Ohio. FFC will be developing seven restaurants in Central Florida. DJ Steakburgers will be developing three additional restaurants in northern Ohio. HCI Hospitality has signed to develop seven locations in Texas. Salim Development Group will …

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