McAlister's Deli

By Jonathan Maze on Mar. 10, 2026

The new CEO of the fast-food chain operator wants to build unit economics, improve the customer experience and build on its technology capabilities.

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McAlister's Deli loads potatoes with bold toppings to keep spud fans coming back

By Patricia Cobe on Sep. 24, 2025

Behind the Menu: Giant Spuds have been a center-of-the-plate signature at the fast casual for over 30 years, with 22 toppings on the menu to choose from and new limited-time offers to explore.

Operations

Focus Brands is changing its name to GoTo Foods

By Lisa Jennings on Feb. 20, 2024

The parent of McAlister's Deli, Auntie Anne's, Cinnabon, Carvel, Jamba, Schlotzsky's and Moe's Southwest Grill is evolving into a "platform business."

Operations

Hilton Hotels exec joins Focus Brands' board

By Lisa Jennings on Feb. 12, 2024

Phil Cordell, who has led both the Hampton Inn and Hilton Garden Inn brands, joins the Atlanta-based multi-brand franchise company's board of directors in an expansion.

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Behind the culinary curtain at Focus Brands

By Patricia Cobe on May 17, 2023

Seven restaurant brands, each with its own kitchen and chef, keep the company’s menu pipeline filled. The latest ideas flowing out are from Moe’s and McAlister’s—and Restaurant Business was there for the big reveal.

Leadership

Schlotzsky’s owner Focus Brands makes some key executive changes

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 24, 2022

Shelley Harris will oversee the Atlanta-based company’s restaurant brands and former Wendy’s executive William Armstrong will be the chief brand officer of Schlotzsky’s.

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