Growth

February 22, 2012

Growth

featured articles

Will the Groupon Bubble Ever Pop? Their time on top may be temporary, but experts say they’ve changed consumer buying permanently.	The Global 30 Editor insights into the top quick-serve and fast-casual brands outside the U.S.
One to Watch: How Do You Roll? This Texas-based concept plans to Americanize sushi once and for all.	Bringing American Brands to the Middle East International businessman Mohammad Al Madani shares his tips on how to best translate an American brand in a foreign land.
Fast Casual, Pizza Fuel Stocks Quick-serve stocks beat rest of restaurant industry in 2011.	Who is Sardar Biglari? The CEO of Steak ‘n Shake is using his unique style to try to reboot the company's operations.
The Growth 40 In the second-annual Growth 40 report, QSR ranks the markets best poised for quick-service restaurant growth.	Wage Hikes Pressure Operators Latest minimum-wage increases force quick serves to reevaluate hiring, menu prices.
One to Watch: Umami Burger The massively popular West Coast burger joint is launching a major expansion push this year.	Restaurants Hit the Open Road Brands eye roadside travel centers for growth opportunity.

industry headlines

Dickey's Barbecue Pit is Moving to Valparaiso

2012-02-22

Rajesh and Purabi Chowdhery recently signed a franchise agreement with Dickey's Barbecue and are now looking...

Costa Vida Reports 74% Unit Growth in 2011

2012-02-22

Costa Vida Fresh Mexican Grill reported today that it achieved 74% unit growth for its fiscal year 2011.

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Restaurant Sales Expected to Grow 4.2% in 2012

2012-02-21

While the U.S. economic recovery remains fragile, there is much for the restaurant industry to celebrate, according to market research firm...

Archway Acquires Marketing Provider Synq Solutions

2012-02-21

Archway, a leader in marketing logistics and...

Jamba Juice Acquires Premium Tea Company, Talbott Teas

2012-02-21

Jamba Juice Company announced today the acquisition of Talbott Teas, a Chicago-based boutique, premium tea company, recently profiled on ABC-TV...

Sir Pizza Chosen as the Official Pizza of University of Miami

2012-02-20

CEO Rene Prats and his partners at Sir Pizza announce a five-year agreement as the exclusive pizza partner of University of Miami Athletics,...

DQ Orange Julius Opens in Orange, Calif.

2012-02-19

The Dairy Queen system always has been about sharing smiles and stories. Now, the company has opened its newest, most exciting treat concept, a DQ...

BBI Swirls Up CherryBerry Stores in Kansas, Missouri

2012-02-17

Beautiful Brands International (BBI) today announced the signing of a master franchise agreement with Darren Martin to develop its CherryBerry...

California Tortilla By Any Other Name? Try Burrito Elito

2012-02-16

California Tortilla announced it is opening a sister concept that it will use primarily for research and development purposes.

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DQ, Orange Julius Create 50 Jobs in Lynnwood, Wash.

2012-02-16

The Dairy Queen system has always been about sharing smiles and stories. Now, the company has opened a new DQ Grill & Chill restaurant and a...

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