Business Strategy and Profitability Features
5 concepts compete for The Perfect Pitch 2024 title
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Five fledgling concepts will vie for The Perfect Pitch title and a prize on Oct. 14 at the Fast Casual Executive Summit in Denver, Colorado.
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From classroom to crust: Former teachers build Much Ado About Pizza in California
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Two former teachers take a Shakespearean approach to their carryout pizza shop in Pleasanton, California.
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8 strategies to increase pizza sales
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Pizza is a competitive business. Leveraging just one of these eight tips might increase a pizzeria's sales.
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Chevy Chase Pizza Co on verge of greatness
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Glenn Milano makes pizzas by hand, freezes them and sells them at market. Now he's ready to take the next step by opening a manufacturing plant and pizzeria of…
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ICX Summit: Customer feedback paramount to brands' success
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Customer feedback is crucial for retail and restaurant success, driving improvements in products and services based on customer preferences. Learn innovative…
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ICX Summit: Brand leaders to share e-commerce excellence insight
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
E-commerce leaders will discuss creating seamless customer experiences at the upcoming Interactive Customer Experience Summit being held in Charlotte, North…
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Marco's Pizza CDO discusses new prototype, brand platform
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Marco's Pizza introduced a new store design in the Boise, Idaho market, incorporating data-driven decisions, a modern atmosphere and cutting-edge technology to…
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Tailgate Brewery proves pizza belongs with beer
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
TailGate Brewery in Nashville is paving the way for pizza and beer. The brewery has 30 signature beers on tap and makes pizza from scratch.
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How pizza drive-thrus can help pizzerias thrive
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Pizza drive-thrus can help restaurants improve order accuracy and increase overall sales.
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Blaze Pizza refires brand with new menu, sense of purpose
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Blaze Pizza has refired its brand with 14 new menu items and a new logo.
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Papa Johns' Dough & Degrees program offers employees free schooling
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Papa Johns offers its employees free education through its Dough & Degrees program. Employees can earn an associate's, bachelor's or master's degree for free.
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Your Pie commits to creative menu, customer service
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Georgia-based Your Pie thrives on its franchisees, its commitment to creativity and its focus on training.
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How to open a pizza shop in 6 easy steps
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Opening a pizza shop will have its ups and downs. Consider these six tips before you get started.
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Thompson Hospitality Group operates Wiseguy Pizza with finesse, tight operations
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Wiseguy Pizza, which has eight units, is under the helm of Thompson Hospitality Group. When Thompson took over the company, it left the great pizza recipe…
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People, passion make Farrelli’s Pizza a Northwestern favorite
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Farrelli's Pizza in Northwestern Washington focuses on hiring people who will create experiences for the brand's guests. With award-winning pizza and tight…
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LaRosa's Pizzeria reduces friction with tech, solidifies operations
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Cincinnati-based LaRosa's Pizzeria has 64 units across Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana. The brand relies on technology to reduce friction and has its operations…
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How a Toppers Pizza franchisee thrives on campus life, fun
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Tish Howard operates the Toppers Pizza franchise on the campus of Texas Christian University. With college students as built-in clientele, the pizzeria has an…
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Uncle Joe’s Famous Pizzeria growing through acquisitions
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Uncle Joe's Famous Pizzeria was purchased by Scott and Tana Gerber in 2023. The brand is growing by acquiring pizzerias whose owners are looking to retire or…
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Long John Silver’s, Blaze Pizza, Slim Chickens execs talk expansion, real estate
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Restaurants executives from Long John SIlver's, Moxie, Slim Chickens and Blaze Pizza talked about expansion and the state of restaurant real estate at the…
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Pizza Factory's culture, ethos builds solid company with individuality
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Pizza Factory owner and franchisee Mary Jane Riva shares insight on menu strategy and store models.
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