Chuck E. Cheese launches program to use iconic characters in retail markets

June 13, 2023

Chuck E. Cheese has launched a consumer products program based on its iconic brands and characters. Under a new global licensing, media and entertainment…

Imo's Pizza signs NIL contract with Missouri Tigers' Luther Burden III

June 13, 2023

Missouri-based Imo's Pizza has reached a NIL sponsorship agreement with Missouri Tigers wide receiver — and East St. Louis native — Luther Burden III. The deal…

California Pizza Kitchen seeks new, returning diners with giveaways

June 1, 2023

California Pizza Kitchen is looking to get first-time customers and those who haven't been to the restaurants in a year back into restaurants. During June, the…

Restaurant deal activity jumps in Q1

May 30, 2023

The number of restaurant consumers using a deal jumped a bit in the first quarter of 2023 with an 8% growth spike compared to a year ago, according to data…

Papa Johns franchisee becomes mogul in his own franchise

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Nadeem Bajwa began his Papa Johns career as a delivery driver. Today, he owns 192 franchises and has his sights set on 500.

Highlights: Restaurant Franchising & Innovation Summit 2023

This past March, restaurant industry leaders gathered in Miami for the 7th annual Restaurant Franchising & Innovation Summit.

WOWorks, Shipley Do-Nuts, Noodles & Company execs say loyalty programs a must-have

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Panelists Blake Johnson, VP of marketing for Craveworthy Brands, Donna Josephson, CMO of Shiply Do-Nuts, Mark Kreiner, VP of marketing for WOWorks and Stacy…

3 ways to recapture ‘no preference’ customers

In the face of rising inflation, more pizza consumers are opting for less expensive in-home options. With the right incentives, restaurants can win them back…

Chuck E Cheese gets his own Funko Pop! character

April 27, 2023

Chuck E. Cheese is getting his own Pop! figurine this summer, according to a press release.

How A Growing Chicken Concept is Driving Results Through a World-Class Customer Experience

Networld Media Group joins Revel Chief Strategy Officer Chris Lybeer and PDQ Chief Operating Officer Eric Knott as they explore using technology as an…

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Donatos launches Freewards program

April 24, 2023

Beginning May 1, Donatos will launch Freewards, which gives customers the opportunity to receive free weekly menu items for nine consecutive weeks, according…

Pizza Inn opens another Oklahoma location

April 20, 2023

Pizza Inn has opened a store in Enid, Oklahoma at 702 East Maine.

BurgerFi, TASK execs discuss cooking up customer loyalty with digital innovation

by Daniel Brown — Editor, Networld Media Group

At the Restaurant Franchising and Innovation Summit in Miami hosted by Networld Media Group, industry thought leaders shared strategies for success and growth…

Pizza Hut releases bucket hat resembling red roof, lampshades

April 5, 2023

Pizza Hut and culinary collective Chain have created a Hut Hat that brings together two of the brand's iconic aspects – the red roof and lampshades. The bucket…

Chuck E. Cheese launches new season of kids' entertainment

April 4, 2023

Chuck E. Cheese has launched a new full season of entertainment on its YouTube and YouTube Kids channels. The videos are free and feature content for the whole…

California Pizza Kitchen offers free pizza if Los Angeles Dodgers win

March 31, 2023

California Pizza Kitchen is celebrating its third year as the official pizza of the Los Angeles Dodgers with a offer for free pizzas at select locations if the…

Connecticut pizzeria launches mobile slice trailer

March 30, 2023

A West Haven, Connecticut pizzeria is expanding its brand and footprint with a mobile slice shop.

Cicis, Marco's, Slice House among top winners of Pizza Marketplace's Top 100 Movers & Shakers

The Top 100 list recognizes 25 executives and 75 brands in a variety of categories, including Top Menu Innovators, Top Tech Innovators, Top Growth Brands, Top…

2023 Pizza Marketplace Top 100 Movers & Shakers

Pizza Marketplace’s Top 100 Movers & Shakers list identifies and rewards some of the most innovative and successful companies in the industry. Pizza brands…

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FAT Brands launches charitable foundation

March 23, 2023

FAT Brands Inc., a franchising company that owns over a dozen concepts including Fatburger and Round Table Pizza, has launched a charitable organization called…