BK Names New Regional President
Burger King Corporation today promoted Enrique “Rick” Silva from vice president and general counsel, Latin America to president, Burger King Corporation’s Latin America/Caribbean region.
Burger King Corporation today promoted Enrique “Rick” Silva from vice president and general counsel, Latin America to president, Burger King Corporation’s Latin America/Caribbean region.
CKE Restaurants, Inc announced October 18 that its board of directors has approved a share repurchase program, whereby the Company may repurchase, from time to time, up to 5 million share of CKE’s common stock.
Domino’s, Inc. announced February 14 its record operating results for the fourth quarter and fiscal 1999, which ended January 2, 2000.
Einstein Bros. Bagels will donate a percentage of its sales on March 17, 2000 to Share Our Strength, an anti-poverty and anti-hunger organization.
El Pollo Loco’s “When You’re Crazy for Chicken” campaign The pairs El Pollo Loco with the world-famous chicken dance.
Freedman, Gibson &White, Inc., a Cincinnati-based marketing communications firm, announced February 14 its selection as the agency of record for Gold Star Chili.
Blimpie International, Inc. announced today the launch of Blimpie Subs & Salads’ new advertising strategy and campaign.
CKE Restaurants, Inc. (NYSE: CKR), announced March 20 that William P. Foley II has stepped down as chief executive officer and Tom Thompson has assumed the CEO position.
Starting March 23, Furby are popping up as a part of McDonald’s toy-laden Happy Meals.
Guest Services, Inc. a hospitality management company located outside Washington, D.C., will soon franchise and manage a Mr. Hero cafeteria/convenience restaurant in the House of Representative’s Cannon Office Building.
Chicken Out Rotisserie, a small chain with a commitment to quality, is growing in leaps and bounds. With busy consumers clamoring for wholesome meals with a home-cooked taste, the restaurants are in high demand.
Togo’s, a west coast chain popular for its sandwiches for nearly 30 years, hits the Chicago market March 15.
Cinnabon, Inc. announced March 14 its purchase of Cinnabon bakeries at two Atlanta-area shopping malls from franchise owner HSS Enterprises.
With $50,000 in sales in its first week of operation, the new Back Yard Burgers, Inc. restaurant in Independence, Missouri, has set a record for the chain.
Burger King Corporation announced on February 9, 2000 the appointment of Julio Ramirez as its senior vice president of U.S. Franchise Operations and Development, effective immediately.
McDonald’s systemwide sales for the first two months of 2000 were $6.169 billion, an 11 percent increase on a constant currency basis.
McDonald’s has made an investment in Food.com, a company known for Internet food takeout and delivery service.
International Dairy Queen, Inc. announced March 9 the settlement of a class-action lawsuit filed in April of 1994 by five of its franchisees, who complained that IDQ was unreasonably preventing franchisees from purchasing food products and supplies from alternative sources.
Wendy’s International, Inc. announce improved sales at Wendy’s U.S. and continued robust sales at Tim Hortons in Canada.
Franchise Finance Corporation of America announced December 17 the appointment of Christopher H. Volk as its new president, effective January 1, 2000.
Duff & Phelps Credit Rating Co. (DCR) has assigned a rating of ‘AA+’ (Double-A-Plus) to McDonald’s Y30 billion issue of global bonds in two tranches.
Arby’s is launching an innovative brand positioning campaign to establish itself as the leader in a rapidly emerging industry niche—adult fast food.
Hardee’s is using musical superstars to sing the praises of its restaurants in a lively new broadcast advertising campaign that begins March 7.
Schlotzsky’s Inc. announced on March 3, 2000 the launch of www.bunrun.com. This web site will provide information about local Bun Run races across the country.
Sonic Corp. announces that its board of directors has expanded the company’s current stock repurchase program by $10 million.
Pancho’s Mexican Buffet, Inc. announced January 28, 2000 its financial results for the fiscal first quarter ended December 31, 1999.
Schlotzsky’s Inc. has launched a new national network television advertising campaign.
The BOOK IT! Beginners early childhood read-aloud program, created and sponsored by Pizza Hut, Inc., starts its third year in March.