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Slice House by Tony Gemignani Achieves 100-Unit Franchise Milestone

by Katie Lee January 4, 2024

San Francisco — Slice House by Tony Gemignani, the fast-casual pizza franchise by world renowned pizzaiolo Tony Gemignani, has expanded its nationwide footprint to 100 franchise units open or under development. This achievement reflects the brand’s rapid growth since launching franchising efforts 18 months ago in California and marks its entry into two new key markets: Colorado and Utah. In 2024, Slice House projects the signing of 100 more units into development. “We are incredibly proud to celebrate 100 units for Slice House by Tony Gemignani, a testament to the …

January 4, 2024

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Good Times Restaurants Inc. Welcomes SVP of Finance and Accounting

by Katie Lee January 3, 2024

Golden, Colo. — Good Times Restaurants Inc., operator of Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar and Good Times Burgers & Frozen Custard, has named Keri August as senior vice president of finance and accounting. August joins the company after having served as a consultant to Good Times from August 2023 through the date of her appointment. Prior to that, she was employed by InfoSync Services, a restaurant-focused accounting outsourcing services firm where she was most recently a vice president FAO, a position she held since April 2022. “I am delighted to officially …

January 3, 2024

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honeygrow Opens 40th Location

by Katie Lee January 2, 2024

Philadelphia — honeygrow, a Philadelphia-based fast-casual restaurant, has opened its 40th location. The new restaurant opened on Dec. 21, 2023 at the Simon-owned Ocean County Mall in Toms River, N.J. honeygrow opened nine new locations in 2023 as part of a growth strategy that extends into 2024 with more than double the number of restaurants in the pipeline. “Our latest venture in Toms River is more than just a restaurant opening; it’s a celebration of our remarkable journey as a team. Now with 40 locations, [2023] has been a whirlwind …

January 2, 2024

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Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux Adds to Leadership Team

by Katie Lee December 22, 2023

Baton Rouge, La. — Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux has appointed two industry veterans with Jamie Davis being named vice president of supply chain & procurement and Tyler Schack stepping in as the vice president of technology. “We are thrilled to welcome Jamie Davis and Tyler Schack to the Walk-On’s family. Their extensive experience and proven track records in their respective fields align seamlessly with our commitment to delivering top-notch experiences for our guests and assembling a high-caliber team to drive Walk-On’s to new heights,” says Chris Dawson, CEO of Walk-On’s. Davis …

December 22, 2023

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Considering Color

by Katie Lee December 20, 2023

— By Doug Head — The creative use of color can add to your signage/lighting program — and draw consumers in to your business. What do you do when the sign code in your city is very restrictive and your building needs more attention than your small display will provide? Many businesses have discovered that a colorfully lit wall or accent lighting will draw attention to the building and add appeal. Using color to capture attention and highlight architectural features on buildings can be the answer to the small sign …

December 20, 2023

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Grégoire Marks Milestone Year of Growth; Plans to Begin Franchising in 2024

by Katie Lee December 20, 2023

Berkeley, Calif. — Grégoire, a trailblazing fine-fast-casual restaurant concept, is wrapping up a pivotal year — not only celebrating its 21st anniversary, but also a year of strategic growth. Founded in 2002 by French-trained chef Grégoire Jacquet, the brand has revolutionized the culinary scene by offering high-quality, fine dining-style food in a convenient carry-out format. Looking ahead to 2024, the focus will be on further franchising efforts, particularly in the Bay Area. “It has been a learning experience for us — a year of setting up and really finding out …

December 20, 2023

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4 Atlanta-Area Melting Pot Restaurants to be Renovated

by Katie Lee December 19, 2023

Atlanta — Melting Pot, the nation’s premier fondue dining experience, has announced that four of its Atlanta-area restaurants are now under the sole ownership of Layla Haddad Gunn, who plans to renovate all four restaurants as part of the Melting Pot Evolution, a companywide initiative upgrading dining rooms, bars and other areas to elevate the guest experience. All four Atlanta-area Melting Pots — located in Midtown, Duluth, Kennesaw and Roswell — are getting a fresh, modern look with new fabrics, flooring, paint, artwork and lighting, as well as new hospitality …

December 19, 2023

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TGI Fridays Names U.S. President & COO; President of International Markets & CFO

by Katie Lee December 15, 2023

Dallas — TGI Fridays® has hired Ray Risley as U.S president and chief operating officer and Nik Rupp as president of international markets and chief financial officer. Both will report directly to CEO Weldon Spangler. This news comes as TGI Fridays continues the revitalization of its brand. In the role as U.S. president and COO, Risley will be responsible for the supervision and management of the operational facets and performance standards of all TGI Fridays establishments within the United States, both company-owned and franchised entities. Risley joins TGI Fridays after …

December 15, 2023

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QSR Tech Leader Qu Expands Executive Leadership Team

by Katie Lee December 14, 2023

Bethesda, Md. — Qu, the unified commerce platform built for enterprise-scale, quick-service and fast-casual restaurants, has added two new executives to its management team. John Morrison, formerly an executive at Toast, is a 20+ year restaurant tech veteran that will serve as senior vice president of operations. Peter “Reyn” Holden will take the reins as Qu’s chief financial officer. “One of the key differentiators Qu is known for in the industry is the customer experience it provides,” says Amir Hudda, CEO of Qu. “As we grow to serve larger brands …

December 14, 2023

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BurgerFi® and Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza & Wings Open First-Ever Co-Branded Location

by Katie Lee December 14, 2023

Kissimmee, Fla. — BurgerFi International, Inc., owner of leading fast-casual brand BurgerFi® and the casual dining pizza brand Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza & Wings, has opened its first-ever co-branded BurgerFi and Anthony’s restaurant. The momentous occasion for the brand also signifies the inaugural franchise site for Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza & Wings. The new location is owned and operated by franchisee NDM Hospitality, one of the original franchisees for BurgerFi and the first franchisee of Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza. “The debut franchise location of Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza & Wings …

December 14, 2023

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