Off-premise blitz: Turning pandemic survival tactics into long-term growth engines
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media
Industry leaders at the Restaurant Franchising and Innovation Summit highlighted how the shift from convenience to a permanent off-premise model requires a blend of sophisticated technology, specialized catering strategies and operational precision to maintain brand consistency and a frictionless guest experience.
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Ovation, Tap leaders share tips on crafting a guest feedback strategy
by Judy Mottl — Editor: RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com, Connect Media
A panel talk at the upcoming Restaurant Marketing Workshop will deliver insight on not only getting a guest feedback approach up and running but tips and advice on making it a success.
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The Power of Financial Planning, Financial Visibility leads to business sustainability
by Kathleen Wood — Founder, K. Wood Partners
To achieve sustainable growth and avoid the "stuck zone," Founders must overcome the emotional avoidance of their financials by owning their P&L, hiring expert partners and implementing disciplined review systems.
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Mellow Mushroom VP shares secrets to long-term franchise success
In this episode of the Pizza Marketplace podcast, Mellow Mushroom VP of Franchise Development Jamie Cecil discusses the brand's 50-year history of "unicorn" store designs and explains why modern franchise success relies on operational simplicity, rigorous real estate selection and transparent relationships between executives and investors.
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Crypto exchange Bybit launches limited pizza reimbursement campaign
Cryptocurrency exchange Bybit has launched a promotion for BTC Pizza Day, offering a $20 reimbursement to a limited number of customers who use a Bybit Card to…
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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.
