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Jonathan Maze

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Financing

Papa John’s international president abruptly leaves

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

Workforce

KFC pushing new technology for its workers

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

Financing

Gameworks gets a new owner and a new CEO

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

Financing

First Watch’s Chris Tomasso on breakfast business growth

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

Financing

Tim Hortons ousts a vocal franchisee

The Canadian chain took over four restaurants owned by the president of the Great White North Franchise Association.

Financing

Tilted Kilt’s new owner completes purchase of Fat Patty’s

Arc Group bought the four-unit chain for $12.3 million, marking its second acquisition.

Marketing

Pizza Hut readies its 1st NFL campaign

The chain is debuting the national TV campaign along with a new augmented reality game.

Financing

MTY to buy yogurt chain sweetFrog for $35M

The deal gives the Canadian brand collector another frozen yogurt chain.

Financing

Coca-Cola buys Costa Coffee for $5.1B

The deal makes the beverage giant a more direct competitor with Starbucks.

Financing

John Schnatter sues Papa John’s again

The lawsuit was filed under seal as shareholders sue the company and its founder.

Financing

With traffic challenged, fast food turns up the marketing heat

Deals and gimmicks show how competitive QSR is, but there are definite dangers, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

Financing

Papa John’s fires back at John Schnatter

The chain’s board says that Schnatter began undermining management after the company said it wanted to change its advertising.

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