Staffing News & Media

4th annual Pizza Leadership Virtual Summit to offer advice, tips to pizzeria operators

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

The Pizza Leadership Virtual Summit will take place July 30 and will feature a keynote address with the president and CEO of Donatos Pizza and a variety of…

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30 years strong: Nick Sarillo's journey from carpenter to Chicago pizza icon

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

After a disappointing dining experience, Nick Sarillo opened Nick's Pizza & Pub, which has thrived for 30 years by focusing on family connection through…

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Lou Malnati's Pizzeria named Julie Younglove-Webb CEO

June 18, 2025

Lou Malnati's has named former Auntie Anne's SVP and Chief Brand Officer Julie Younglove-Webb as its CEO, according to a press release.

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Yum Brands promotes Chris Turner to CEO

June 17, 2025

Yum Brands has promoted its chief financial and franchise officer to CEO effective Oct. 1, 2025, according to a press release.

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LaRosa's names Megan Torbeck marketing VP

June 16, 2025

Cincinnati, Ohio-based pizzeria chain LaRosa's has named Megan Torbeck as vice president of marketing. Torbeck replaces Pete Buscani. In her new role, she will…

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From Florida favorite to franchise frontier: The rise of Cannoli Kitchen Pizza

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Cannoli Kitchen Pizza, a quick-service Italian restaurant that began as a beloved mom-and-pop pizzeria in Boca Raton, is now expanding nationwide through…

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Haven Hot Chicken founders find room for Nashville hot chicken brand

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Haven Hot Chicken has gone from four stores to nine in just 10 months. Learn how the Connecticut-based brand is growing from its co-founders in our latest…

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Kosher pizzeria boasts a stand-out menu

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Moshe Dahari and his brothers run Elite Pizza, a kosher pizzeria in Great Neck, New York. Keeping kosher is challenging but its focus on the community and…

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Taylor Wiederhorn named co-CEO of Fat Brands

April 30, 2025

FAT Brands Inc., the parent company of Round Table Pizza, Fatburger, Johnny Rockets and 15 other restaurant concepts, has appointed Taylor Wiederhorn as…

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Marco’s Pizza franchisee leads with passion, product, people

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Marco's Pizza franchisee Robert Pina recently inked a deal for one of Marco's Pizza's biggest franchising agreements.

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Salad House, Barcelona Restaurant Group, Knuckies Hoagies execs talk tech, talent acquisition, retention

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

A panel at the Restaurant Franchising and Innovation Summit highlighted the importance of balancing technology with human interaction in hiring and retaining…

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Mountain Mike's Pizza promotes Steven Adyani to chief operations officer

March 12, 2025

Mountain Mike's Pizza has promoted its vice president of operations, Steven Adyani, to the role of chief operations officer, according to a press release.

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Slice House by Tony Gemignani names Tom Leeper SVP of operations

March 10, 2025

Slice House by Tony Gemignani has named Tom Leeper as SVP of operations. He will drive operational efficiency and revenue across the brand, particularly during…

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Lion's Choice CEO offers secrets to brand's success

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Lion's Choice CEO Fred Burmer offers secrets to the brand's operations and cooking up delicious roast beef sandwiches.

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Mr Gatti's franchise dream comes true for long-time fans

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Jeff and Kristie Gleinig, new Mr Gatti's franchisees, are learning what the brand is all about.

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Mazzio's LLC taps Craig Weiss as COO

January 28, 2025

Mazzio's LLC has hired Craig Weiss as COO, a newly created position for the brand, according to a press release.

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Riko's Pizza names industry vet Carl Bachmann president, COO

January 22, 2025

Connecticut-based Riko's Pizza has named Carl Bachmann as its president and COO, according to a press release.

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Donatos Pizza closes out year with new CEO, openings, deals

December 27, 2024

Donatos Pizza is closing out the year with a new CEO and president, openings in Dallas-Fort Worth and several multi-unit development deals, according to a…

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Portillo's CMO to take helm of Giordano's as CEO

November 26, 2024

Current CEO of Giordano's Yorgo Koutsogiorgas will retire effective Dec. 9 but will continue to serve as a member of the Company's Board of Directors and…

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Stoner's Pizza Joint burns bright as it grows

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Stoner's Pizza Joint has 50 units and will build another 15 next year. With its systems and franchising down, owner John Stetson expects the brand to excel as…

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