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Taco Bell Franchise Expansion in Midwest

Southpaw adds 43 Ohio Taco Bell restaurants to its impressive portfolio, highlighting franchise growth and strengthening the Midwest QSR landscape.

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Jun 26, 2026

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Cicis Rewards Surpasses 1 Million Members

Discover how Cicis Pizza's rewards program skyrocketed to over one million members in under a year, driving customer engagement and retention. See the lessons for restaurant loyalty programs.

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Jun 26, 2026

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Darden Accelerates Growth with LongHorn, Olive Garden

Darden Restaurants surpassed $13 billion in sales, fueled by robust performance at LongHorn Steakhouse and innovative menu changes at Olive Garden. Explore the strategies driving this industry giant’s continued dominance.

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Jun 26, 2026

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Pizza Hut AI Rollout Prompts Franchise Lawsuit

The fallout of Pizza Hut's mandated AI delivery system rollout has ignited a $100 million lawsuit from a leading franchisee, highlighting crucial franchisor-franchisee lessons for all restaurant owners.

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Jun 26, 2026

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Founders Table Buys Hopdoddy Burger Bar

Founders Table Restaurant Group acquires fast-casual leader Hopdoddy Burger Bar, expanding its reach to over 200 restaurants and accelerating operational growth across the platform.

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Jun 25, 2026

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LongHorn Shatters Sales with $1B Quarter

LongHorn Steakhouse surpassed $1 billion in quarterly sales for the first time, driven by strong value perception and menu innovation. Restaurant leaders can draw key lessons for thriving when consumer price sensitivity is high.

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Jun 25, 2026

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Inspire Brands Gears Up for Public Debut

Inspire Brands is preparing for an IPO aiming for a $20B valuation. Discover how giants like Arby’s, Sonic, and Dunkin’ are performing as part of this dynamic portfolio.

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Jun 25, 2026

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PJ's Coffee Joins C-Store Franchise Lineup

Estepp Energy, known for multi-unit brands like Little Caesars, is adding PJ's Coffee to its Kentucky convenience stores, marking a strategic expansion into specialty coffee.

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Jun 24, 2026

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Carl's Jr. Launches Pass on Jack Campaign to Rival

Carl's Jr. has launched a "Pass on Jack" marketing campaign rewarding loyalty members with a free Sourdough Star burger for driving past a Jack in the Box to reach a Carl's Jr. location- a direct shot at its California-based burger rival.

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Jun 24, 2026

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Miso Robotics Acquires Zume Pizza Tech

Miso Robotics has acquired Zume Pizza’s technology deck, giving new life to pizza automation and food robotics for forward-thinking restaurant operators.

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Jun 24, 2026

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Driving Business Growth: Strategies for Expansion and Innovation at Quiznos and Taco del Mar

Explore how Neel Patel's expertise in business transformation is driving growth strategies for Quiznos and Taco del Mar, backed by Rego Restaurant Group's commitment to data-driven business transformations.

Updated On Mar. 28, 2025Published Mar. 28, 2025
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Neel Patel: The Architect of Business Transformation

Neel Patel's extensive experience in business transformation, evident from over six years as an engagement manager at McKinsey & Company, underscores his capability in driving growth strategies for Quiznos and Taco del Mar. His background in the marketing and sales department, coupled with a portfolio that includes advising clients on enterprise strategy, commercial optimization, data and analytics, and value creation, positions him as a key player in the expansion plans of these brands.

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Rego Restaurant Group's Vision for Growth

Rego Restaurant Group's commitment to growth and innovation is evident in its partnership with Neel Patel to propel Quiznos and Taco del Mar towards expansion. Coady Smith's confidence in Patel's leadership highlights the importance of deep expertise in driving unit-level profitability, optimizing operations, and facilitating data-driven business transformations. These aspects are crucial for sustaining growth and delivering value to customers and franchisee partners.

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Strategies for Accelerated Growth

To actualize growth, Rego has adopted a variety of innovative strategies. One such strategy involves collaborating with BCubed to create 650-square-foot modular drive-thru units for both Quiznos and Taco del Mar. This initiative aims to streamline operations and enhance customer experience, ultimately accelerating the brands' expansion plans. Additionally, partnering with Ghost Kitchens International to establish locations within Walmart stores showcases Rego's agility in exploring new market channels for growth.