Blaze Pizza, Farmer Boys, Mike's Red Tacos, HigherMe experts discuss recruitment, retention
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media
Industry experts at the Restaurant Franchising & Innovation Summit emphasized that sustainable restaurant profitability and successful scaling depend on prioritizing the "human heart" of the business through rapid recruitment, authentic culture building and collaborative leadership partnerships.
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Meet the Top 30 Movers & Shakers: Restaurant Marketing
by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com
We’re proud to honor the 2026 Restaurant Marketing Top 30 Movers & Shakers, who will be recognized at the Restaurant Marketing Workshop on June 2–3 in Boston. Registration is open.
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Turn up the volume: how to use storytelling to build an unstoppable company culture
by Jim Knight — Founder & CEO, Knight Speaker
Effective storytelling transforms abstract company values into a memorable, emotionally resonant culture by humanizing leadership and providing a narrative framework that inspires employee engagement and long-term loyalty.
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Little Caesars VP of franchise development talks brand growth, solid operations
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media
Podcast host Mandy Detwiler talks to Bryan Ketelhut, VP of franchise and business development for Little Caesars.
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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.
Sal's Pizza launches 'Round-up' campaign for Best Buddies International
Sal's Pizza is launching a round-up initiative to support Best Buddies International, whose mission it is to create inclusive opportunities and meaningful…
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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.
