This interview is part of CMO Perspectives, presented by NRN in partnership with the National Restaurant Association’s Marketing Executives Group. The monthly feature explores how leading executives are navigating the ever-changing...

NRN editor and restaurant marketing expert Jennings breaks down what you should be watching in the industry this week. Connect with her on the latest marketing trends and news at @livetodineout and lisa.jennings@penton.com...

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Brand hopes to reverse sales slide with new ad push

In a special series, NRN editors predict the trends that will emerge in the coming year in all areas of the restaurant industry. Here, Lisa Jennings tells us what’s next in restaurant marketing.

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