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Arby’s airs a new spokesperson and tagline

 By Peter Romeo on Sep. 06, 2018

The chain’s focus is still on meats, but with a kicker calling attention to its complete sandwich line.

Financing

Mike Isabella Concepts declares bankruptcy

 By Jonathan Maze on Sep. 06, 2018

The celebrity chef says publicity over a sexual harassment lawsuit led to a sales decline and lost development deals.

Financing

First Watch’s Chris Tomasso on breakfast business growth

By Jonathan Maze on Sep. 05, 2018

In this episode of RB's podcast, “A Deeper Dive,” the new CEO of the fast-growing chain talks about its keys to success.

Marketing

Inspire Brands reveals plans for its 3rd brand, now Rusty Taco

By Peter Romeo on Sep. 05, 2018

The parent of Arby’s and Buffalo Wild Wings is changing the name of R Taco back to Rusty Taco in an homage to its history.

Financing

Farmer’s Fridge secures $30M for expansion

By Heather Lalley on Sep. 05, 2018

The company, which sells salads via vending machines, plans to more than double its footprint.

Marketing

Incidents at Starbucks and Papa John’s show importance of crisis communications

By Heather Lalley on Sep. 05, 2018

Public relations experts say it’s key to make sure your restaurant’s crisis plan is in place and updated—at all times.

Workforce

KFC pushing new technology for its workers

By Jonathan Maze on Sep. 05, 2018

The chicken chain is testing voice-activated technology, social media and QR codes to improve training and the work environment.

Financing

Papa John’s international president abruptly leaves

By Jonathan Maze on Sep. 05, 2018

Timothy O’Hern is leaving the company “effective immediately.”

Financing

Gameworks gets a new owner and a new CEO

By Jonathan Maze on Sep. 05, 2018

ExWorks, one of the brand’s lenders, has taken over ownership and named Philip Kaplan CEO.

Food

Jimmy John’s rolls out new bread option

By Heather Lalley on Sep. 05, 2018

The 9-Grain Wheat Sub, the sandwich chain’s first bread shake-up in 20 years, features ancient grains.

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