FAT Brands' $1B acquisition empire fell into bankruptcy and sold for $965M, re-emerging as OHG Brands with 1,700 restaurants.

CAVA names John Ludeke, former Dr. Squatch Chief Brand Officer, as its new CMO to drive national growth and guest loyalty.

La Madeleine's CEO John Dillon steps down mid-turnaround, leaving a menu overhaul, new coffee program, and franchise growth plans in limbo.

Hot Head Burritos promotes longtime operator Peter Wiley to corporate VP, chief marketing and chief technology officer, blending brand strategy with tech oversight.

Mo' Bettahs names Don Crocker, a Chick-fil-A and Inspire Brands veteran, as chief development officer to lead its national corporate-owned expansion.

Wage hikes, the penny's end, new NLRB rules, California sugar labels, and franchise law changes are converging on operators this year.

Panera taps outsiders from Burger King and Oakberry to fix operations, order accuracy and supply chain as it overhauls loyalty and marketing.

Chipotle hits 1,500 Chipotlanes, the digital pickup lanes launched in 2018. Here's how the format became core to its growth strategy.

El Pollo Loco appoints Damon Thomas as chief operating officer, bringing restaurant operations experience to the company’s senior leadership team.

Rock N Roll Sushi taps franchise veteran Rick Gestring as CEO, succeeding Craig LeMieux in a transition built on continuity, not disruption.