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Applebee’s Pick 6 Mondays: Football-Driven Promo

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Shake Shack's New Pace of Growth

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Candace Nelson Headlines CREATE Keynote

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Popeyes Expands Globally with Precision

RBI’s disciplined growth strategy drives Popeyes’ international expansion, with China, digital channels, and scalable playbooks at the core.

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Fresh Mex Pivot: Surcheros to 100 Units

Mid-sized Surcheros pivots under Jami Kimbrough, aligning brand, menu, and ops to push toward a 100-unit horizon.

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JINYA's Expansion Wave in U.S. Ramen

From LA roots to Nashville openings, JINYA Ramen Bar expands through franchising, partnerships, and a refreshed app that elevates its ramen-first dining.

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McDonald’s Momentum: Value, Loyalty, Digital Growth

A warm, expert view on McDonald’s 2025 momentum—value-led pricing, a growing loyalty program, and digital initiatives reshaping guest relationships.

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Malik Monk Joins Pizza Guys as New Pizza Guy

Sacramento’s own Pizza Guys taps Malik Monk as its latest Pizza Guy, tying star power to community roots and a Western expansion plan.

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Bold Leadership in Foodservice

WFF's 2025 Leadership Conference in Dallas blends bold leadership with inclusive growth, online access, and long-term learning through WFF Connect.

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Chipotle's Global Comeback Under New Leadership

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