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Working Lunch: Trump, Yum elevate paid family leave talk

Yum Brands

On this week's Working Lunch podcast, the Align Public Strategies team takes a closer look at the national conversation over paid family leave.
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Famous Dave’s could close more locations

Famous Dave’s

The chain appoints a new chairman as its same-store sales continue falling.
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Bojangles CEO: Same-store sales ‘fell off the ledge’ in February

Bojangles

The brand sees March improvement, but the consumer is still volatile.
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Shake Shack gives away 90,000 burgers

Shake Shack

The giveaway will promote new app drives repeat visits, and bigger orders.
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Noodles & Company offers update on restaurant closures

Noodles & Company

The operator continues to close underperforming locations, but also plans new openings.
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At McDonald’s, a focus on speed

McDonald’s

The company’s presentation shows that the chain is pushing its convenience advantage.
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6 timely influences on consumer lunch habits

Fooda data reveals how the day of the week, month and season impact consumer choices.
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Could McDonald’s make a deal?

McDonald's

The burger giant isn't interested in buying another company, but it could target technology.
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Waffle House founder dies

Waffle House

Joe Rogers Sr. was 97.
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Cheryl Bachelder to step down at Popeyes

Popeyes

The CEO will leave after the sale to Restaurant Brands International is complete.
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