Small change, big impact: Marco’s round-ups fight hunger, support education
by Valerie Gritton — Editor, Pizza Marketplace
The Marco’s Pizza Foundation has donated more than $1.5 million to support hunger prevention, education, workforce development and entrepreneurship. Through customer round-ups and franchisee involvement, the program turns small donations into meaningful investments in communities across the country.
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Restaurant food costs face uneven pressure in 2027 as inflation accelerates
by Valerie Gritton — Editor, Pizza Marketplace
Rising gasoline prices are adding to inflationary pressures, while ArrowStream forecasts sharply different commodity costs across restaurant segments, with chicken wings, chicken breasts and cheese among the biggest concerns.
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Believe, belong and remember: One last lesson from Ted Lasso
I have just spent the last several days at our Fast Casual Executive Summit where I was able to reconnect with old friends, meet new ones and lean into what…
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Bloomin’ leadership lessons with Tim Gannon, co-founder of Outback Steakhouse
by Kathleen Wood — Founder, K. Wood Partners
Outback Steakhouse co-Founder Tim Gannon shares how with only $37, a ripped-up $1 million check and two great partners, a legendary brand was built and the most iconic appetizer in the industry was developed.
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Little Caesars expands Deliverect partnership to Guatemala
Little Caesars has extended its multi-year agreement with restaurant technology provider Deliverect, expanding the partnership's third-party ordering…
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2026 Pizza Marketplace Top 100 Movers & Shakers
This year’s Top 100 honors those who have mastered the "rare beast" of combining high-volume operations with artisanal quality. Whether it’s an independent shop utilizing AI to streamline inventory or a regional chain perfecting the 18-minute carryout window, these Movers & Shakers are the ones defining the future of the American slice.
