Canton, Mass. — On January 16, 2018, in the city where it opened its very first location 68 years ago, Dunkin’ Donuts unveiled its next generation concept store. The new Dunkin’ Donuts restaurant in Quincy, Mass., offers the first look at the brand’s U.S. store of the future experience, with a modern atmosphere and new and innovative technologies and design elements — including the first drive-thru exclusively for mobile ordering.
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Dallas — Brinker International, Inc. has named Wade Allen as its senior vice president and chief digital officer, effective immediately. Allen will transition from David Doyle, former Brinker chief information officer, who will retire after more than 23 years with the company.
Dublin, Ohio — The Wendy’s Company has opened its 500th international restaurant* in Guatemala City, Guatemala, by franchise organization Alimentos Corporativos Coralsa. Alimentos Corporativos Coralsa joined the Wendy’s® system in 2015 and currently operates 13 restaurants in Guatemala.
Dallas — Front Burner Restaurant Group, LLC, the developer of distinctive restaurant concepts, has named Steve Shlemon as chief executive officer of Whiskey Cake Kitchen & Bar and Ida Claire. With a career that spans 35 years, Shlemon will lead operation strategy, menu innovation and marketing for both concepts.
Tampa, Fla. — Bloomin’ Brands, Inc. has hired Ramin Eivaz as senior vice president of digital marketing, analytics and CRM. This newly created position will lead a team that will integrate brand marketing and digital analytics for an enhanced customer experience.
Irvine, Calif. — Taco Bell Corp. has elevated its executive team roles and expanded its leadership capabilities with the addition of three new positions as the brand continues its journey to become a $15 billion company with 9,000 restaurants globally by 2022.