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Fast Casual Executive Summit preview: Learn how a unified guest view spurs big rewards
by Judy Mottl — Editor: RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com, Connect Media
Fast casual brands can break down the walls between tech systems to craft a unified customer view that can drive an immediate return-on-investment. Learn how…
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How Steele Smiley sold a fitness empire to bet on healthy fast food
by Kathleen Wood — Founder, K. Wood Partners
Steele Smiley spent 15 years building a fitness empire with more than 900 U.S. franchisees and locations in more than 35 countries, sold it, and founded CRISP…
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California Pizza Kitchen pizza vending machine lands at Dayton airport
September 2, 2026
A California Pizza Kitchen automated retail machine is already operating at Dayton International Airport, giving Ohio travelers access to freshly prepared…
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Yum! Brands completes U.S. sale of Pizza Hut
September 2, 2026
Yum! Brands has announced in a press release the completion of its sale of Pizza Hut, excluding Mainland China, to LongRange Capital. The sale, for…
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Mountain Mike's Pizza launches calzones for limited time
September 1, 2026
Mountain Mike's Pizza is expanding its menu with the debut of build-your-own calzones, available now through Dec. 31, according to a press release.
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Giordano’s teams up with Chicago creator on new fire deep dish pizza
September 1, 2026
Chicago pizza brand Giordano's is teaming up with American cook and content creator Adam Witt to launch its limited-edition Great Chicago Fire Pizza, the…
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Pepperoni lover? Papa Johns' got you with Ultimate Pepperoni Pizza
September 1, 2026
Papa Johns has launched the Ultimate Pepperoni Pizza, which features 30% more pepperoni than the chain's standard large pepperoni pizza, according to a press…
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How pizza operators are rethinking LTOs for Fall’s big occasions
by Valerie Gritton — Editor, Pizza Marketplace
As back-to-school, Labor Day and football season converge, pizza chains are balancing menu innovation with value, familiar favorites and flavor experiences.
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Growing pizza brand Cascadia Pizza Co. adopts Square platform to power franchise expansion
August 31, 2026
Cascadia Pizza Co., an American crafted wood-fired pizza brand, has returned to Square to unify its commerce platform across its multi-format operations in…
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Domino’s takes on the Big Mac, Whopper, Crunchwrap with latest pizza
August 31, 2026
Domino's is challenging America to decide whether its new Domino Detroit-style pizza deserves a place among fast food's most iconic menu items. The…
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Indy chain Pizaro's Pizza marks Houston expansion
August 28, 2026
Pizaro's Pizza is expanding in Houston, according to an article in CultureMap Houston, with two new locations: a to-go and delivery-only shop in Meyerland…
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Vocelli Pizza launches Detroit-style pizza
August 28, 2026
Vocelli Pizza is expanding its menu with the nationwide launch of a Detroit-style pan pizza and a 1.5-pound brownie on Aug. 31, according to a press release.
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Blaze Pizza launches 1st kids meal menu
August 28, 2026
Blaze Pizza has launched its first-ever kids menu to accommodate families during the back-to-school season, according to a press release.
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Restaurant operators choosing growth over retrenchment in 2026
August 28, 2026
Despite persistent inflation and labor challenges, restaurant operators are entering the second half of 2026 with a surprisingly durable outlook.
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Jason's Deli, Omnirev leaders talk guest data, AI for driving repeat catering business
by Judy Mottl — Editor: RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com, Connect Media
AI and guest data can drive retention and turn guest data into revenue. Learn how during a panel talk at the Restaurant Catering Workshop, taking place Oct.
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Accuracy is the new loyalty: How smart labeling protects restaurant profits
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media
Star Micronics' upcoming webinar, "Accuracy Is the New Loyalty," will explore how integrating smart labeling with existing restaurant technology eliminates…
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Shawarma Press, Chicken Salad Chick, Firehouse Subs execs to talk operational complexities at Fast Casual Executive Summit
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media
The upcoming "Complexity Killers" session at the Fast Casual Executive Summit will guide restaurant operators in auditing and streamlining their bloated tech…
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Casey's breakfast pizza returns in time for football season
August 27, 2026
Casey's is bringing back its breakfast pizza as the "Official Pizza of Noon Kickoffs" for the 2026-2027 college football season. The convenience store and…
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Peter Piper Pizza reveals $1M investment in new games, LTOs
August 27, 2026
As part of an investment, Peter Piper Pizza will unveil more than 100 new games and clawcade machines across all Arizona and New Mexico locations by the end of…
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Stoner's Pizza Joint opens in Wichita, Denver
August 27, 2026
Stoner's Pizza Joint continued its national expansion with two restaurant openings this week, including its first location in Kansas and its fifth in the…
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