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Kansas City-based SMG acquires Bulbshare

October 17, 2024

Service Management Group, a customer, employee and brand experience management partner to over 500 brands, is acquiring Bulbshare, a London-based AI-powered…

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QSRNext takes loyalty program deep dive

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, Connect Media

QSRNext will take a deep dive into both loyalty and e-commerce and how they can drive revenue and retention.

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Papa Murphy's Jack-O Pizza back for Halloween

October 16, 2024

Papa Murphy's Jack-O Pizza is back and just in time for Halloween, according to a press release.

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Saigon Hustle wins The Perfect Pitch contest at Fast Casual Executive Summit

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Saigon Hustle has won The Perfect Pitch, a "Shark Tank" style contest at the Fast Casual Executive Summit in Denver, Colorado.

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Domino's Pizza expands Texas footprint with opening in San Marcos

October 15, 2024

Domino's Pizza has opened in San Marcos, Texas, according to a Community Impact report.

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Wonder exec opens Fast Casual Executive Summit with keynote about growth, evolution

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Jason Rusk gave the keynote address at the Fast Casual Executive Summit in Denver Aug. 13. Rusk spoke about the rapidly evolving world of fast-casuals, and how…

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Domino's Pizza China rides 4D strategy to continued growth in underserved markets

October 14, 2024

Domino's Pizza China (DPC Dash), the exclusive master franchisee for Domino's Pizza in mainland China, Hong Kong and Macau, reported continued strong growth in…

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QSRNext session to delve into current menu trends

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

A session at #QSRNext will look into current and future menu trends that can take your menu from ho-hum to a humdinger.

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Lunchbox CEO launches FoodFriends.io

October 10, 2024

The app allows food professionals to easily connect.

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Domino's Emergency Pizza program returns

October 9, 2024

Domino's Pizza has brought back its Emergency Pizza program. Any Domino's customer who places a qualifying online order today through Jan. 19, 2025, can earn…

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Little Caesars franchisee gone to the dogs

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Vicki Dunn-Marshall owns more than 60 Little Caesars units. Her philanthropy project is Pizza Paws, which raises money for police K-9 units.

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How catering can become next great revenue stream

October 8, 2024

As the U.S. catering market continues to surge, reaching an estimated $70 billion, restaurants are increasingly turning their attention to catering. With more…

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Toppers Pizza introduces pan pizza to lineup

October 8, 2024

Toppers Pizza has introduced a Pan Pizza with a crunchy edge covered in caramelized Wisconsin cheese, according to a press release.

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Gino's East of Chicago debuts Crackerjack pizza in LA

October 7, 2024

Gino's East of Chicago in Los Angeles has debuted a pizza for National Pizza Month, according to a press release.

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Gong cha focuses on quality of tea, customer service

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Bubble tea concept Gong cha focuses on the quality of its products and the happiness of its customers.

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Cicis Pizza partners with Eggo for LTO pizza

October 4, 2024

Cicis Pizza has partnered with Kellanova, to introduce a pizza for National Pizza Month — the Chicken and Eggo Waffles Pizza, according to a press release.

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Happy Joe's to increase Illinois footprint

October 3, 2024

Happy Joe's Pizza & Ice Cream will grow its footprint in Illinois with the signing of a new franchise agreement for the state. The deal will introduce…

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Sal's Pizza launches app

October 3, 2024

Massachusetts-based Sal's Pizza has released its own app for iOS and Android users. Customers can unlock free rewards by earning points on orders. The app also…

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