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Zaxbys Debuts in New Jersey with Plans for First 6 Locations

by Katie Lee

Atlanta — Zaxbys™, a rapidly expanding Georgia-based QSR franchise, plans to open its first-ever location in New Jersey. The first two locations, set to open in South Jersey in summer 2025, mark the beginning of a major expansion into the Garden State. This ambitious move is being made by the GSP Group, led by Premanand Gupta, a longtime New Jersey resident. Currently, the GSP Group has signed on to open six Zaxbys locations across south, central and north New Jersey, with plans to open more in the future. Its first …

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Smalls Sliders Opens Up 6 New States for Franchise Development

by Katie Lee

Atlanta — Smalls Sliders, known for its innovative modular restaurant design, has named six new states that are now open for franchise development: Illinois, Nevada, Ohio, South Dakota, Virginia and West Virginia. The brand now has active development across 30 states. In addition to its expansion into these new states, Smalls Sliders has officially sold out in eight states, with Arizona and Georgia being the latest states to sell our initial phase development. These states join Alabama, Arkansas, Kansas, Louisiana, Missouri and Mississippi, which sold out initial phase development earlier …

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Red Lobster Names New CFO

by Katie Lee

Orlando, Fla. — Red Lobster® has appointed Bob Baker as chief financial officer (CFO). A seasoned leader with diverse experience across full-service, fast-casual and quick-service restaurant brands, Baker will report to CEO Damola Adamolekun as part of the company’s executive leadership team. “Bob brings not only deep financial expertise but also a passion for restaurant operations,” says Adamolekun. “His wealth of experience gained across the restaurant industry, combined with his hands-on approach, will be invaluable as we continue to position Red Lobster for long term growth. Bob thrives on the …

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TOGO’S Sandwiches Appoints CFO to CEO

by Katie Lee

Campbell, Calif. — TOGO’S Sandwiches, a beloved West Coast sandwich chain, has appointed its chief financial officer, Matt Dowling, to CEO following Glenn Lunde’s decision to step down. Lunde’s leadership helped position the brand for growth, and Dowling will follow suit in overseeing overall operations, set strategic goals, focus on growing unit count and drive financial performance while continuing his role as CFO. Dowling has more than 40 years of experience leading operations, company finances, analyzing financial data to guide strategic decisions, managing risks and communicating financial performance to stakeholders. …

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Protect Your Retail Space from Car Damage

by Sarah Daniels

By the time you finish reading this article, somewhere in the United States, a car will have run over the curb of a busy road, crossed the sidewalk and crashed into a retail space. “There’s not a doubt in my mind that somebody is driving into a storefront right now,” says Jessica Suazo, regional service manager for Colt Facility Maintenance, based in Dallas. Suazo’s company specializes in systems of bollards that protect buildings from these collisions. Also, for buildings not properly protected from collisions, companies like Colt provide emergency services. …

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Fuzzy’s Taco Shop Names New President, COO

by Katie Lee

Dallas — Fuzzy’s Taco Shop® has made two leadership appointments. Patrick Kirk, previously chief marketing officer, has been named president, in addition to his marketing role. Marshall Claycamp, previously executive director of operations services for IHOP, has been named chief operations officer for Fuzzy’s Taco Shop. In these new and expanded roles, Kirk will continue to define the Fuzzy’s Taco Shop experience, guide the brand’s future growth and manage all organizational aspects. Claycamp will lead all operations and franchise restaurant operations for the brand. “Patrick is no stranger to the …

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Elevating Outdoor Dining

by Katie Lee

— By David Shove-Brown, Robert Ervin & Katy Curtis — Expert strategies for aesthetic, functional and sustainable spaces. In recent years, there has been a noticeable shift in dining preferences, with more people gravitating toward outdoor environments rather than traditional indoor atmospheres, largely influenced by the pandemic even years later. This is evident across various settings, from bustling sidewalk cafes to outdoor-themed restaurants and even rooftop gardens and bars. Designing outdoor dining spaces has evolved into an art form that balances aesthetics, functionality and a strong connection with one’s surroundings. …

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The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf® Appoints Industry Veteran as Franchise Sales Manager

by Katie Lee

Los Angeles — The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf, the leading global specialty coffee and tea house, has appointed seasoned industry executive Cory Davenport as its new franchise sales manager. Davenport will be responsible for driving brand awareness and spearheading the company’s franchise expansion efforts across North America. He joins the company from Panera. Working alongside Michelle Reap, senior manager of franchise development, Davenport will focus on strategically communicating the brand’s value proposition to potential franchisees, highlighting its attractive and scalable business model. He will also manage franchise candidate recruitment …

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Smoothie King Sees Highest Single-Quarter Growth in 6 Years

by Katie Lee

Dallas — During the third quarter, Smoothie King has reported 38 new store commitments and 28 new store openings across 16 states, marking the highest number of store openings in a single quarter in 6 years and the second highest in its history. Key milestones this quarter included expansions into two new states (New Hampshire and Delaware); the grand opening of a new Austin, Texas, location (the first in the area in 3 years); a flagship store opening at Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport; and the opening of two new stores …

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Darden Restaurants Completes Acquisition of Chuy’s Holdings, Inc.

by Katie Lee

Orlando, Fla. — Darden Restaurants, Inc. has completed the acquisition of Chuy’s Holdings, Inc. in an all-cash transaction with an enterprise value of approximately $605 million. The transaction was approved by a majority of Chuy’s Holdings stockholders on Oct. 10, 2024. This follows the merger agreement that was announced on July 17, 2024. With the acquisition now complete, Chuy’s joins Darden’s portfolio of differentiated brands which also includes Olive Garden, LongHorn Steakhouse, Yard House, Ruth’s Chris Steak House, Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen, The Capital Grille, Seasons 52, Eddie V’s and Bahama …

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