IRVINE CALIF. —El Pollo Loco has launched the first of four new Spanish-language TV spots under the theme “Dark Side” that depict the lengths to which people will go to keep the chain’s flame-grilled...
NEW YORK A Burger King franchisee here has sued a landlord for failing to keep rats from entering the operator’s unit in a landmark building on Fifth Avenue, a local newspaper reported today. The restaurant was featured in a segment of the...
NEWPORT BEACH Calif. Victor Tiffany, former Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa vice president of food and beverage, has been named senior vice president of concept development for Tarsadia Hotels, based here. Once a 15-year veteran of the Myriad...
I refuse to go out on a limb and declare that Rachael Ray will have scant effect as the new ad spokeswoman for Dunkin’ Donuts, but I do hereby announce that I will be honestly surprised if she helps the chain sell more coffee and doughnuts. ...
To April Young, one of the most challenging and frustrating aspects of her job is watching lawmakers pass legislation without understanding the potential impact on their constituents. “A lot of times it’s just about going with the party...
Arecent study of brand-promotion campaigns offers evidence that emphasis on branding or a rebranded image can pay off for businesses by influencing consumers’ purchase decisions.Brands that scored highest in customer influence were those that had...
LOS ANGELES Three former franchisees of Moe's Southwest Grill are seeking $3.9 million in damages from the fast-casual chain's Atlanta-based franchisor, Raving Brands, for alleged fraud, violations of state franchise investment laws and unlawful...
BOSTON With a dissident investor demanding changes and the home office considering a sale or other strategic alternatives, a group of 39 Friendly’s franchisees sent a letter to shareholders of the family-dining chain’s parent company on Wednesday...
