Dion’s Pizza Selects SpeedLine Solutions Inc. As Their Exclusive POS Provider

SpeedLine Solutions Inc. has been announced as the exclusive POS provider for Dion’s Pizza, a 25-location chain headquartered in New Mexico, and with…

Yum's University of Louisville center aims to increase 'under-represented' franchise ownership

May 26, 2021

Louisville, Kentucky-based QSR powerhouse Yum Brands Inc. said today it's working with the University of Louisville to launch a first-of-its-kind center for…

Survey: Fast food/fast casual face-off intensifying

The lines are blurring but the battle is intensifying for customers between fast food and fast casual restaurants, according to a survey identifying a number…

Restaurant labor woes' ripple effect on rent payments

by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group

Far from needed for beleaguered restaurateurs, another issue has cropped up to stymie a return to brighter days. Nearly half of owners surveyed said they're…

SBA seeks input on retail, wholesale loan eligibility

May 26, 2021

The U.S. Small Business Administration is seeking public comments on a proposed rule that would make more retail and wholesale businesses eligible for loans…

RFIS 2021 Sponsor Preview: ADM Marketing

ADM Marketing is a full-service data-driven Direct Marketing agency focused on building customer loyalty for our clients. Part of the OvareGroup, we deliver…

Litemax teams with Zytronic on LCD display for bar tables

May 25, 2021

Litemax, a provider of LCD displays and industrial computing, has introduced a 33-inch interactive, circular LCD display for bar tables installed in cafes and…

Danny Meyer-affiliated company invests in 7Shifts

May 25, 2021

The growth equity fund affiliated with Danny Meyer's Union Square Hospitality — Enlightened Hospitality Investments (EHI) — was the lead investor of $21.…

Mountain Mike's climbs to new digital heights with app, rewards program

May 25, 2021

Mountain Mike's Pizza has launched its Mountain Rewards program and revamped mobile app that the brand said offers diners a chance at personalized rewards and…

Pizza Hut shuts down in Lebanon

May 24, 2021

Pizza Hut is closing its Lebanese locations as the Middle Eastern nation's situation deteriorates due to continued clashes between Israelis and Palestinians.

Pizza Inn, Pie Five menu adds answer customer cravings

May 24, 2021

Sister pizza brands, Pie Five and Pizza Inn — both under Dallas-based Rave Restaurant Group — are launching products designed to entice summer diners.

Pizza brands big winners in 2021 Fast Casual Top 100 Movers & Shakers

May 24, 2021

Lest you ever doubted that pizza brands aren't shaking up the restaurant industry, you need only to take a gander at the list of the just-announced Fast Casual…

Domino's, Pizza Hut score on brand reputation, stock value

by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group

The Colonial Pipeline ransomware attack is sucking cash out of pizza operators' pockets in the form of higher gas prices, but generally lower prices for other…

RFIS 2021 Sponsor Preview: Huddle Tickets

Huddle Tickets, LLC is the "Leader in High School Event Tickets and Marketing." We connect brands to our network of 15,000+ high schools and communities across…

Uno's, Boston's initiatives focus on fixing labor woes

May 21, 2021

Pizza brands are pulling out the stops to deal with the worker shortage woes that have shut or curtailed hours at so many U.S. restaurants.

Cicada ... pizza?

May 21, 2021

If you live in any of the Midwestern and Northeastern U.S. states where those creepy little faulty flyers known as cicadas — especially those of the 17-year…

Jack in the Box names former Domino's exec to investor relations post

May 21, 2021

San Diego-based Jack in the Box Inc. has named a former communications executive at Domino's as its vice president of investor relations, effective June 7.

Little Caesars aims bigger in 'Big Easy'

May 20, 2021

Little Caesars said today it's seeking to sign 10 development agreements across the New Orleans market between now and 2024, according to a news release.

Domino's seeks replacement for resigning CFO

May 20, 2021

Domino's Executive Vice President and CFO Stuart Levy has left his position at the Ann Arbor, Michigan-based company, but will continue in an advisory role…

As Donatos doubles reach, CEO holds strong to brand's founding 'rule'

by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group

Donatos CEO Tom Krouse is a strong adherent in the concept of "management by walking around" and now the brand itself is building a future by spreading itself…