Dustin Portillo joins QSR editorial director Danny Klein to discuss a journey unlike any other we’ve had here on QSR Uncut. From becoming the third-youngest person in Ringling’s 147-year history to being promoted to “Boss Clown” to portraying Ronald McDonald at The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade to leading community relations at one of the top McDonald’s franchises in America, Portillo has traveled one of the most unique roads in the industry. And he’s now sharing with the world why it’s more than OK to be an IDIOT (we’ll explain).
PJ’s Coffee to Open in Katy, Texas
PJ’s Coffee is expanding a true taste of New Orleans in the City of Katy with its second location in the area at 1185 Katy Fort Bend Road beginning Monday, May 6. Right off I-10 and down the street from Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital, to celebrate with the community, PJ’s will offer guests a free beignet […]
Welbilt’s Refrigeration Brands Announce Leadership Transitions
Filippo Berti, Chairman and CEO of the Ali Group, announced several organizational changes to become effective immediately. After a 17-year tenure in various roles with the Ali Group, Will Means, President of Beverage-Air and Victory, will depart from his current position, with his final day being Friday, April 26. In response to this leadership change, […]
Thompson Restaurants Bringing Wiseguy Pizza to Dupont Circle
Family owned and operated hospitality company, Thompson Restaurants, announced its seventh opening of Wiseguy Pizza, this time in the residential neighborhood of Dupont Circle. The new property is located at 1205 19th Street, NW. The fast-growing and award-winning pizzeria is known for their New York Style, authentic pies characterized by distinct chewy, golden crust perfected […]
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