Growth

May 25, 2012

Growth

featured articles

Where America Works The vital role restaurants play in Obama’s plan to get America back to work and out of the recession.	Special Preview: Dine America September 12-14, 2012, in Atlanta
Burger King Aims to Reclaim Throne Embattled burger chain investing a lot of money in its future to get past its recent troubled past.	David Novak’s Global Vision How the CEO and chairman of Yum! Brands is still dedicated to growing the world’s leading restaurant brand.
Extreme Makeover, Fast Food Edition Kickstarting growth through rebranding efforts requires more than a logo change and new wall colors.	One to Watch: Russo’s New York Pizzeria Authentic ingredients and fresh-made dishes help concept bring a taste of Italy to the U.S.
Finding the Real Estate Diamond in the Rough Even an odd-shaped, run-down lot can become a system’s top-performing store.	The Many Faces of Your Brand Having two distinct customer demographics might expand your sales potential, but it also presents a challenge of marketing to two different bases.
Your Essential NRA Show Guide Navigating a show with 58,000 industry professionals and 1,800 exhibitors can be tough. But don’t worry; we’ve got you covered.	You Can’t Stop Shake Shack The wildly popular burger concept isn’t letting its success change what it’s all about.

industry headlines

Mooyah Franchisee Opens Second Unit in Plano, Texas

2012-05-24

Barry Newberg is a man who loves his MOOYAH, and his journey with the brand has been full of landmarks. Five years ago, Newberg opened the first...

SPIN! Pizza Rolls into Sixth Locationin Kansas

2012-05-24

SPIN! Neapolitan Pizza will begin serving award-winning artisan food at its fifth Greater Kansas City location beginning May 28. The 3,500 square...

Wingstop to Double Chicago Presence with 25 New Units

2012-05-24

Ten years after opening its first Chicago location, Wingstop has announced plans to double the company’s presence in the area, adding more...

Yumz Gourmet Frozen Yogurt to Add 100 Locations

2012-05-23

Yumz Gourmet Frozen Yogurt, the Chicago based self-serve franchise, has announced an aggressive expansion campaign, planning to add 25 locations...

Menchie’s Positioned for Global Growth

2012-05-23

Menchie’s has more than 185 stores spreading smiles worldwide and an additional 400 stores currently under development. Opening an average...

Culver's South Carolina Unit is First on East Coast

2012-05-22

Midwest-based Culver's Restaurant chain will establish its first restaurant in South Carolina–and its first on the East Coast...

Quiznos, Smashburger, KFC Land at San Jose Airport

2012-05-22

After an extensive bid competition, AERIS, the administrator of the Juan Santamaría International Airport in San Jose Costa Rica, officially...

Boar's Head Cafe Newest Arrival for Pittsburgh Airport

2012-05-21

Airmall USA, an airport concessions developer and operator of the Airmall at Pittsburgh International Airport, has opened the Boar's Head Cafe...

Subway to Open 1,200 Units in North America

2012-05-21

With more than 2,000 franchisees actively searching for locations, the SUBWAY sandwich chain has aggressive growth plans for 2012.

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New Leadership Plans Big Growth for Dippin’ Dots

2012-05-21

Dippin’ Dots, LLC, a newly-formed company based in Oklahoma City and funded by private capital, has finalized its acquisition of Dippin...

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