Blaze Pizza names John Owen CEO, launches GLP-1 pizza

January 6, 2026

Blaze Pizza has named industry veteran John Owen as its chief executive officer, signaling a push for global expansion and technological innovation.

Mountain Mike’s names Sumi Gosh as president, COO

December 19, 2025

Mountain Mike's Pizza has named Sumi Gosh president and COO. Sumi brings more than 30 years of experience in the restaurant industry, including over 12 years…

Against the grain: State of Mind Public House differentiates with California style, craft, culture

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

With 23 years of experience, Lars Smith launched State of Mind Public House, a family-owned Bay Area pizzeria with three locations that differentiates itself…

Kraft Heinz hires Steve Cahillane as CEO

December 16, 2025

Kraft Heinz has chosen Steve Cahillane, former Kellanoa chief, as CEO come Jan. 1, 2026.

Little Caesars makes key leadership promotions

December 15, 2025

Little Caesars has promoted longtime CEO Dave Scrivano to vice chairman of Little Caesars, according to a press release.

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Lou Malnati's Pizzeria names Andrew Raabe as CFO

December 11, 2025

Lou Malnati's Pizzeria has appointed Andrew Raabe as CFO. The move was effective Dec.1, according to a press release.

Marco's Pizza names new CMO, CFO

December 10, 2025

Marco's Pizza has appointed Steve Kennedy as chief marketing officer and Bill Schaffler as chief financial officer, according to a press release.

Riko's Pizza names Carl Bachmann CEO

December 10, 2025

Riko's Pizza has named its president and COO, Carl Bachmann, as its CEO. Bachmann replaces long-time founder and CEO Rico Imbrogno, who is transitioning to the…

How to surpass customer expectations, build brand advocates

by Jim Knight — Founder & CEO, Knight Speaker

Businesses can transform satisfied customers into passionate brand advocates by consistently exceeding expectations through a strategy focused on delivering…

Why East Village Pizza’s owner is taking his dough recipe from NYC to Dubai

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Frank Kabatas, the owner of East Village Pizza, is taking his New York-style pizzeria — built on a personal journey that started with him being fired as a…

Marco's Pizza appoints Brad Smith as VP of franchise growth

November 24, 2025

Marco's Pizza has appointed Brad Smith as VP of franchise growth, according to a press release.

From burgers to 'many pizzas': John Eucalitto's co-branding vision

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

John Eucalitto, owner of Wayback Burgers, launched Molte Pizze, a new multi-brand concept offering diverse pizza styles (New York, Detroit, and tavern-style…

Papa Johns promotes Ravi Thanawala to chief financial officer, president, North America

November 20, 2025

Papa Johns has promoted Ravi Thanawala to chief financial officer and president, North America. He most recently served as chief financial officer and EVP…

Founder shares how he went from tacos to tech

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, ATM Marketplace & Food Truck Operator

Come hear El Arroyo founder Ellis Winstanley how he moved to tech at the Founderology Growth Summit.

How Piesano’s turned a single slice shop into a thriving Florida chain

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

From humble beginnings as a pizza-by-the-slice window near the University of Florida, Piesano’s Stone Fired Pizza has grown into a 15-location Florida chain by…

MOD Pizza taps Charae Carter Jenkins as VP of marketing

October 28, 2025

MOD Pizza has named Charae Carter Jenkins as its VP of marketing. She will oversee brand strategy, field marketing and integrated campaigns across the…

Tel Aviv Grill brings taste of Israel to San Fernando Valley

Or Peleg, managing partner of Tel Aviv Grill, discusses the growth of the business from a small kosher market booth into a multi-concept restaurant group…

Old Scratch Pizza leads with 'Midwesternly Neapolitan' pizza

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

The episode of the Pizza Marketplace Podcast features Old Scratch Pizza founder Eric Soller discussing his journey from a culinary and corporate background to…

How Rosso Pomodoro Pizza's Italian roots and artisanship are conquering the world

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Founded 25 years ago in Naples, Rosso Pomodoro is an international brand confidently expanding its Neapolitan-style pizza globally by focusing on authentic…