New Starbucks CEO takes the reins almost two weeks earlier than expected

Mar 20, 2023

Laxman Narasimhan is starting as CEO on March 20th, ahead of his expected April 1 start date, but Howard Schultz will still testify before Congress

NRN editors talk about labor, The Happy Customer Index, and dynamic pricing

Mar 17, 2023

Plus hear from Becky Boyd, director of menu innovation & strategy at Bloomin' Brands, and Chef Efrem Cutler, vice president for research and development at Bloomin' Brands

Is the pizza industry in trouble or normalizing after a long pandemic?

Mar 17, 2023

Both Papa Johns and Domino’s are struggling with sales and traffic, though Pizza Hut’s traffic has spiked recently: is anyone really winning the pizza wars?

Subway’s sandwich subscription program is returning

Mar 17, 2023

Subway’s Footlong Pass, offering customers footlong subs at 50% off, is available exclusively to loyalty members.

How the Women’s Foodservice Forum has evolved since the pandemic

Mar 17, 2023

The organization has added more programming year-round, sharpened its focus on mental wellness and launched a new DEI council.

Why Brinker’s CPO is focused on building a diverse leadership bench

Mar 17, 2023

Aaron White was promoted to CPO for Brinker International in October and is leveraging her unique experience to empower others in the company.

Carl’s Jr. and Hardee’s parent CKE names former Papa John’s executive Max Wetzel CEO

Mar 17, 2023

Wetzel replaces Ned Lyerly

Menu Tracker: New items from Chipotle, McDonald’s, and Taco Bell

Mar 17, 2023

Plus innovation at Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop, Chili’s, Denny’s, Dutch Bros, Jollibee, Kelly’s Roast Beef, Krispy Kreme, MOD Pizza, Outback Steakhouse, Razzoo’s Cajun Café, Sizzler, Tender Greens, Velvet Taco, Voodoo Doughnut, and Yogurtland