2020 Perfect Pitch winner: We make a 'damn good biscuit'

by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com

Louisville, Kentucky-based Biscuit Belly took the top honor during the Fast Casual Executive Summit 'Perfect Pitch' competition, beating out three other…

Want to survive in the restaurant business? Be impressive

By Mike Bausch/Owner - Andolini's Pizzeria

[Fast Casual Executive Summit 2020] How the Top Performing Restaurants Are Igniting Profitability Growth After COVID

Bob Michelson, President, SVP Customer Success for UPshow presents 4 proven strategies that can be immediately deployed to boost employee productivity…

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Pieology donates 21K pies to food bank

November 3, 2020

Pieology Pizzeria donated more than 21,000 chicken crust pizzas to Sante Fe, New Mexico-based food bank, a news release said. The pizzas have 44 grams of…

Domino's names Boulder ad agency, ends 13-year CPB affiliation

November 3, 2020

Domino's Pizza Inc. will start the new year with a new ad agency of record, as it begins its relationship with Boulder, Colorado-based, WorkInProgress.

The lowdown on upcoming menu trends: McAlister's, Ike's, other restaurateurs weigh in

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

On the menu trend flavor front, searing "heat" is turning to smoke, while coffee is sliding over to make room for tea, and customers are trading in exotic…

[Fast Casual Executive Summit 2020] Where Do You Stand in the ‘New Era’ of Third-Party Delivery

This webinar will not only discuss who the key players are in delivery and the recent changes but will also teach attendees how to take advantage of…

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[Fast Casual Executive Summit 2020] Where Do You Stand in the ‘New Era’ of Third-Party Delivery

This webinar will not only discuss who the key players are in delivery and the recent changes but will also teach attendees how to take advantage of…

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[Fast Casual Executive Summit 2020] Uncovering Supply Chain Hacks

Scaling your brand is not possible without a solid supply chain in place, but the word, “solid” often means expensive and immobile. But does it have to be?

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[Fast Casual Executive Summit 2020] Don't Do Business Like a Rookie

Whether you are a seasoned restaurant operator or new to the business, it’s always best to learn from other people’s mistakes instead of making your own.

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[Fast Casual Executive Summit 2020] Calculating the Value of Mobile Ordering and Payment

A panel of veterans from Del Taco Restaurants, Starbird & Culinary Edge Ventures, Coolgreens, and Junzi Kitchen who have introduced mobile technology will…

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Red Mango parent company group buying Friendly's

November 2, 2020

Investor group Amici Partners Group LLC — a Brix Holdings entity — is buying Friendly's Restaurants parent company, FIC Restaurants Inc., as part of FIC's…

Pre-election week leave lots to desire for pizza restaurateurs

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

As the national election approaches, everybody is feeling a little antsy in the U.S., and it's showing in the markets in which pizza restaurateurs most depend.

Fast casual brands offer tips, best practices for managing the supply chain

by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com

The supply chain is a critical aspect of a brand's operations and it needs to scale easily while reducing costs, increasing efficiencies and boosting revenue.

[Fast Casual Executive Summit 2020] Women in the Lead: Keeping the Momentum Going

This panel brings together several female leaders of the fast casual industry who will discuss how they overcame the challenges they faced on their way to the…

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[Fast Casual Executive Summit 2020] The Perfect Pitch

Following a global contest, five concepts have been selected to be part of The Perfect Pitch. Listen and learn as entrepreneurs pitch their fast casual…

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[Fast Casual Executive Summit 2020] Sustainability Made Easy

Alder-Tek Manufacturing, Clean Juice, Just Salad, and Fruitive executives discuss how to identify easy fixes to reduce waste within your restaurant.

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[Fast Casual Executive Summit 2020] Executive Perspectives: Inspiration for Today’s Restaurant Leaders

Three short, thought-provoking talks that will leave you challenged and inspired by executives from Everbowl, CRAVE Franchising, HMSHost, and VIPinsiders.

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[Fast Casual Executive Summit 2020] How to Get in the Food Safety Zone

Bonchon, Fazoli’s, and The Hummus & Pita Co., and PathSpot Technologies Executives discuss implementing strict procedures, inspiring employee and leadership…

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[Fast Casual Executive Summit 2020] Chef Chatter: Menu Trends Revealed

A discussion about next year’s most popular foods from the people designing menus for some of the hottest up and coming fast casuals: Ichor Restaurant Group…