Growth

May 22, 2013

Growth

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The World Traveler Ken Cutshaw has covered the globe throughout his impressive career. Now he’s tasked with translating that experience into success at Quiznos International.	Choose to Be Special Do consumers really want a lot of options?
From the Outside Looking In Executives from other fields bring a wealth of experience and passion to their quick-service leadership.	Taking Stock of 2012 Quick-service restaurant shares outperformed the overall stock market in 2012.
The Growth 40 Our third-annual report singles out the top large, medium, and small markets in the U.S.	One to Watch: Sweetgreen Salad concept keeps ambitious growth plans under company’s wings.
Saving Face Updating the logo, store design, and brand image helps concepts stay top of mind with consumers.	Be Your Own Boss Multinational franchisee Daniel Kurniawan explains how franchisees can use their experience to build their own brand.
How Fast is Too Fast? Industry leaders balance excitement with reality when setting company growth rates.	10 Trends for 2013 The menu items, promotional tools, and business strategies that will affect quick serves this year.

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Chicken Salad Chick Heads to the Carolinas, Georgia

2013-05-16

Chicken Salad Chick officially announced the addition of a future franchise in the Carolinas and north Georgia, with its first location set for...

Salata Takes Over SoCal with Five New Franchisees

2013-05-16

Salata, “The Next Generation Salad Bar” that specializes in fresh, tossed-to-order salads and salad wraps, announced five new...

Industry Vets Come Together to Grow Wild Wing Café

2013-05-15

Wild Wing Café, the brand that lives by the motto “Where Great Food Rocks,” announced an aggressive franchising strategy. Details...

Pie Five Exec to Give Franchise Advice at NRA Show

2013-05-15

Pie Five Pizza Co will be featured at the 2013 National Restaurant Association (NRA) Show on Sunday, May 19, at McCormick Place in Chicago....

Steak 'N Shake Lands a Spot at Fort Lauderdale Airport

2013-05-14

Steak ‘n Shake celebrates the grand opening of its Fort Lauderdale Airport location. The airport location opens Tuesday, May 14, 2013.

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Huddle House Offers $25K to Operators Who Remodel

2013-05-12

Huddle House is offering a $25,000 financial incentive to the first 100 franchisees who commit to a remodel by July 31, 2014.

Franchisees...

California-Based Dog Haus Launches National Franchise

2013-05-10

Born from a passion for hot dogs, what started between friends as an idea for a fun new concept has turned into Dog Haus, a full-fledged thriving...

Famous Dave's Goes to the Ends of the Brisket

2013-05-10

It’s the stuff of many barbecue fans’ dreams: a crispy, crunchy, deeply caramelized, and often exclusive product known as burnt ends....

Fatburger Signs on For 25 Units in India

2013-05-10

Fatburger has officially announced its plans to enter the Indian market for the first time in the company’s 60-year history.

The fast...

One Year After Acquisition, Krystal Keeps Growing

2013-05-10

As Krystal marks its first year under the ownership of Argonne Capital Group, president and CEO Doug Pendergast is sharing significant milestones...

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