Business Strategy and Profitability News & Media

Hungry Howie’s brings back pink pizza boxes for breast cancer awareness

September 30, 2026

Hungry Howie's is bringing back its pink pizza boxes for the 17th year as part of its annual Love, Hope & Pizza campaign benefiting the National Breast…

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10 Questions: Prince St. Pizza CEO Lawrence Longo

by Valerie Gritton — Editor, Pizza Marketplace

In our latest 10 Questions series, Prince St. Pizza CEO Lawrence Longo discusses the lessons he’s learned while expanding the New York-born brand, including…

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Square integrates Apple Business to boost restaurant visibility on Apple Maps

September 24, 2026

Square has launched a new integration with Apple Business, allowing restaurant operators and other local businesses to manage their presence across Apple Maps…

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Menufy: 80% of consumers would try AI-recommended independent restaurants

September 24, 2026

Artificial intelligence is reshaping restaurant discovery and creating new opportunities for independent operators, according to new consumer research from…

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Why Dillas Quesadillas simplified its menu to prepare for growth

by Valerie Gritton — Editor, Pizza Marketplace

Dillas Quesadillas is simplifying its menu to improve speed, accuracy and the customer experience as it prepares for future growth. In this episode of the…

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Cartwheel shifts restaurant delivery into high gear

by Valerie Gritton — Editor, Pizza Marketplace

Hungry Howie’s is among the pizza brands embracing a more flexible approach to delivery, and is leveraging delivery software company Cartwheel to do it. Hear…

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Marco’s Pizza partners with American Public University for tuition benefits

September 22, 2026

Marco's Pizza has partnered with American Public University to provide franchisees, their employees, eligible family members and corporate support center…

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What is driving Kona Ice’s success?

by Kathleen Wood — Founder, K. Wood Partners

Tony Lamb is the Founder and visionary behind Kona Ice, the tropical shaved-ice brand that turned an ice cream truck nightmare into experiences that customers…

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How MOD Pizza put a fresh spin on its 'MODern Beginnings'

by Valerie Gritton — Editor, Pizza Marketplace

How MOD Pizza introduced familiar sizing, expanded signature recipes and new menu items while maintaining its signature customization model.

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Cugino Forno debuts pizza vending machine in North Carolina

September 21, 2026

Cugino Forno has introduced a pizza vending machine at Incendiary Brewing in Lewisville, North Carolina, according to a WXII report, giving customers access to…

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Webinar: Order accuracy as the next loyalty battleground

by Valerie Gritton — Editor, Pizza Marketplace

In this “Accuracy is the New Loyalty” webinar, Star Micronics’ Craig Kaliebe discusses how labeling, smart scales and other verification tools help operators…

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The restaurant of tomorrow takes center stage at #QSRNext 2026

by Valerie Gritton — Editor, Pizza Marketplace

#QSRNext 2026 will bring together restaurant executives and industry leaders to explore the forces reshaping quick service, including AI, drive-thru…

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Shakey’s Pizza Parlor launches mobile app, loyalty program

September 17, 2026

Shakey's Pizza Parlor has launched a mobile app and loyalty program designed to reward customers while encouraging more visits to its restaurants, the company…

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Accuracy is the New Loyalty

Order accuracy directly impacts restaurant profitability, customer trust and repeat business. In this webinar, Star Micronics explored where costly errors…

Presented by Star Micronics America

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Qvinci launches RoyaltyHub to automate franchise royalty management

September 16, 2026

Qvinci Software has launched Qvinci RoyaltyHub, a new platform designed to automate the royalty management process for franchise brands, the company has…

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10 Questions: Mountain Mike’s CEO Jim Metevier

by Valerie Gritton — Editor, Pizza Marketplace

In the debut of Pizza Marketplace’s 10 Questions series, Mountain Mike’s CEO Jim Metevier talks franchisee success, restaurant economics, leadership and the…

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Mountain Mike’s names Sheena Dougher chief marketing officer

September 16, 2026

Mountain Mike's Pizza has announced in a news release that it has named restaurant marketing veteran Sheena Dougher its chief marketing officer, tapping the…

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Domino’s franchisee closes 13 Ohio locations

September 14, 2026

A Domino's franchisee has abruptly closed 13 restaurants in Northern Ohio amid reports of financial difficulties, adding to a wave of pizza restaurant closures…

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Top 30 Movers & Shakers in Catering 2026

This annual initiative shines a spotlight on the visionary leaders, innovators, and brands redefining off-premises dining. From pioneering game-changing…

Presented by MONKEY Catering Platform

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Walmart, Papa Johns partner on delivery

September 11, 2026

Walmart is expanding its restaurant delivery business through a partnership with Papa Johns, allowing customers to order pizza and other menu items alongside…

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