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What's changing in the restaurant industry right now? 📰🍽️ From Uber's proposed $2.3 billion acquisition of ezCater to major leadership changes and new restaurant AI technology, this American Restaurant Association News Update covers five developments restaurant owners and operators should know. IN THIS EPISODE: 🚚 Uber and ezCater: Uber has agreed to acquire ezCater for $2.3 billion, a deal still subject to regulatory approval that could open new opportunities in restaurant catering and corporate orders. 🍔 Hardee's: Alisa Gmelich is the new President, with a focus on franchisee relationships, growth and the guest experience. 🔥 Hangry Joe's Hot Chicken: New CEO Brandon Wilhelm puts franchisee profitability first. 👥 Snooze Eatery: New COO Amy Hom focuses on people, leadership development and hospitality. 🤖 SignalFlare AI: New Chief Revenue Officer Robert Peterson aims to expand adoption of its AI platform for restaurant decisions. ⏱️ CHAPTERS 0:00 Introduction 0:30 Uber's $2.3B proposed acquisition of ezCater 1:38 Hardee's names a new president 2:40 Hangry Joe's puts franchisee profit first 3:43 Snooze bets on people-first hospitality 4:45 SignalFlare AI and restaurant decisions 5:52 Wrap-up 💬 Which development could have the biggest impact on restaurant owners and operators? Tell us in the comments. For more restaurant news, industry insights and free resources, visit: https://restaurantassociation.com/ Join our restaurant community for free and subscribe for weekly industry updates. #restaurantnews #restaurantindustry #RestaurantAssociation #restaurantbusiness #restauranttechnology #hospitalityindustry

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