Speaker Spotlight: Eddie Flores, co-founder L&L Hawaiian Barbecue, chairman of L&L Franchise, Inc.
by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com
In his RFIS keynote Eddie Flores will share "unconventional" strategies that led L&L Hawaiian Barbecuse to eight consecutive #1 Asian food franchise rankings.
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Speaker Spotlight: Seth Larsen, CDO, Cheba Hut Toasted Subs
by Bradley Cooper — Editor, ATM Marketplace & Food Truck Operator
Seth Larsen, CDO of Cheba Hut Toasted Subs talks about how stays ahead of the competition while having a blast in today's speaker spotlight.
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2026 State of the Industry: 10 trends redefining the restaurant landscape
by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com
The 2026 restaurant landscape is more data-rich than ever, but it remains a people-first business. By leveraging technology to remove friction, operators can reclaim the time needed to provide the authentic hospitality that diners crave.
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Peter Piper Pizza truly engrained in the communities it serves
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
In this podcast episode, Peter Piper Pizza CMO Genaro Perez discusses how the 50-year-old legacy brand drives growth through affordable lunch buffets and a "trans-creation" marketing strategy that prioritizes deep cultural nuances and bilingual outreach over simple translation.
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Papa Johns makes playful run to become Michelin-starred restaurant
No pizzeria has ever earned a Michelin star, and Papa Johns wants to change that.
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2025 Pizza Marketplace Top 100 Movers & Shakers
We are honored to announce the Pizza Marketplace Top 100 Movers & Shakers for 2025. This group features the best who stand out in a crowded field and are gaining recognition for their super tasty offerings. Congratulations to all the winners!
