Winning the value conversation Part 2: The new era of pizza marketing

by Valerie Gritton

Winning the value conversation requires more than promotions. As pizza brands compete for increasingly selective consumers, operators are investing in stronger…

Build your leadership team: The team that reports directly to you

by Kathleen Wood — Founder, K. Wood Partners

True organizational growth and scalability require distinguishing between mere managers and genuine leaders.

The 1:1 Personalization Playbook: Using AI to send every guest their own offer

In this session, Hang CEO Matt Smolin, whose platform powers millions of AI-personalized offers a month for restaurant brands, and Rev Ciancio, CMO of Salad…

Presented by Hang

Pizza Hut launches limited-time 'Throwback Value Menu' with items starting at $3

July 15, 2026

Pizza Hut has launched a limited-time Throwback Value Menu nationwide, featuring a selection of classic and new items with prices starting at $3, according to…

Dodo Pizza’s playbook for international success

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

In this Pizza Marketplace podcast, executives from Dodo Brands discuss how the company uses its proprietary technology platform and a balance of global…

Hungry Howie's partners with DoorDash to overhaul digital ordering, loyalty program

July 14, 2026

Hungry Howie's and DoorDash have partnered to overhaul the pizza chain's digital ordering system, website, mobile app and loyalty program, according to a press…

The new state of pizza Part 1: How rising costs, consumer spending are redefining value

by Valerie Gritton

This is the first installment in a four-part series examining the forces now shaping the pizza industry —from evolving consumer behavior and spending habits to…

MTY Food Group set to close Papa Murphy’s locations, focus on profitability

July 13, 2026

MTY Food Group has started the process of closing up to 50 underperforming Papa Murphy's locations, choosing to focus instead on healthier, more profitable…

The hot spot: How Coal’s perfected Louisville's pizza date night

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

After transitioning out of their successful frozen food business, Mark and Madeleine Peters embarked on a 9,000-mile culinary road trip that inspired them to…

Savory CEO to detail ‘Savory System’ growth strategy at Fast Casual Executive Summit

by Judy Mottl — Editor: RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com, Connect Media

Shauna Smith, Savory co-founder, and CEO Clay Dover, will share insight on the company’s “Savory System,” which is a roadmap on building a management…

Pizza Hut banks on Americans’ need for sentimentality

July 10, 2026

Pizza Hut franchisees are hoping their restaurant's return to roots will strike a sentimental nerve with consumers who are longing for the red roofs and…

Your Pie targets Wilmington for North Carolina franchise expansion

July 8, 2026

Your Pie, an Atlanta-based fast-casual pizza franchise, will expand its footprint in North Carolina, targeting Wilmington and the Cape Fear region for its next…

Pizza Ranch selects NCR Voyix to power next-gen restaurant operations

July 8, 2026

NCR Voyix has signed an exclusive platform agreement with Pizza Ranch and its franchise network across the U.S. to serve as Pizza Ranch's exclusive…

The World Pizza champion who 'Let go to grow'

13-time world pizza champion Tony Gemignani spent 17 years honing his craft before betting on himself. In this episode of Founderology - Built to Breakthrough…

Domino's Pizza China continues rapid expansion, strengthens market positioning

July 6, 2026

Domino's Pizza China, the exclusive operator of the Domino's brand in mainland China, Hong Kong and Macau, continued to grow its footprint during the second…

The top 3 priorities for Founder success in 2026

by Kathleen Wood — Founder, K. Wood Partners

To succeed in 2026's highly competitive market, businesses must focus on what matters most: delivering exceptional customer experiences across all channels…

Pizza Guys opens next-gen location in Orange County

July 2, 2026

Pizza Guys, the Sacramento-based pizza franchise with more than 100 locations across three states, is continuing its expansion across Orange County…

Pizza Inn partners with Pepsi, Folds of Honor for collectible glass campaign

July 2, 2026

Pizza Inn has partnered with Pepsi and Folds of Honor to launch a limited-time collectible series of All-American Glasses. The campaign honors U.S. military…

Stoner's Pizza Joint brings back Pickle Pizza, launches July 4th deals

July 1, 2026

Stoner's Pizza Joint is bringing back its Pickle Pizza for a limited time through Aug. 31, according to a company press release.

Papa Johns appoints interim CFO as Ravi Thanawala departs

July 1, 2026

Papa John's International Inc. has restructured its executive team after the departure of chief financial officer Ravi Thanawala, who is resigning to assume a…