Part 2: Cool technology at the NRA Show 2026
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media
Editor Mandy Wolf Detwiler spent time in the tech pavilion at the NRA Show checking out the modern tech and wares the show had to offer.
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The Power of One System: Systematize your standards to scale
by Kathleen Wood — Founder, K. Wood Partners
To transition from a chaotic, founder-dependent business to a scalable enterprise, leaders must define, document and continuously improve a unified operating system that ensures predictable results.
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How CORE provides financial lifeline for food, beverage workers in crisis
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media
This episode of the Restaurant Operator Podcast features CORE’s Jill Chapman, who explains how the growing non-profit provides critical financial assistance to foodservice families navigating emergencies without the safety net of paid time off.
AI and the Future of Restaurants: From Foot Traffic to Predictive Insight
In this discussion, Azira’s CEO, Gladys Kong, will explore how AI-powered analytics and mobile location data are transforming the way restaurant brands approach site selection, marketing, and strategic decision-making.
Mountain Mike's expands Texas footprint with 2nd McKinney restaurant
Mountain Mike's Pizza has opened its second restaurant in McKinney, Texas. It's the 14th in the state and continues expansion across the the Dallas-Fort Worth…
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Learn how Popmenu's platform handles social, email, menu development
Popmenu can help bring your restaurant into the 21st century.
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.
