First Watch reported negative same-store sales growth of 0.3%, and a 4% dip in traffic for Q2 as the restaurant company contends with macroeconomic challenges

The former chief operating officer joined the company to spearhead marketing and IT

The chain’s same-store sales outpaced the broader quick-service category with a 5% increase in the second quarter

The restaurant chain is installing machines and incorporating the coffee in its cocktails

Frank Paci, CEO of the restaurant chain, discusses the benefits of operating under FSC Franchise Co. — from resource-sharing to real estate opportunities

Adam Branz is now sole operating partner of Ultreia and Tim Kuklinski is in charge of Bistro Vendôme