Making the career leap from military officer to Chicken Salad Chick franchisee

Dec 21, 2023

Kirsten Garret was an aerospace engineer in the Air Force and now is a first-time franchise owner in Colorado Springs

Dave & Buster’s CFO Michael Quartieri announces retirement

Dec 21, 2023

Michael Quartieri will serve as CFO until his successor is appointed and will provide advisory services to ensure a smooth transition.

Dec 21, 2023

This week on Nation's Restaurant News the top story was Boston Market owner Jay Pandya files for bankruptcy. Boston Market owner Jay Pandya — who faces hundreds of lawsuits from vendors, franchisors, and employees regarding unpaid bills ...

McDonald’s adds a child labor survey to franchisee standards process

Dec 21, 2023

McDonald’s will begin surveying U.S. franchisees about their child labor practices as the chain navigated several child labor law violations in recent years.

Starbucks shareholders seeking proxy battle respond to company’s ‘human capital mismanagement’

Dec 20, 2023

The Strategic Organizing Center — which has nominated three directors to the Starbucks board — reacted to the release of the company’s labor rights report

Beef O’Brady’s and Brass Tap parent company acquires Newk’s Eatery

Dec 20, 2023

Newk’s Eatery was quietly acquired by FSC Franchise Co. for an undisclosed amount.

Avli is ready to put ‘inspired Greek cuisine’ on a much bigger map

Dec 20, 2023

Louie Alexakis launched Avli in 2009 and has since grown the company to five units and a fast casual concept. He’s now got a full team in place and is ready for much more.