Angry Chickz enters Illinois with its signature hot chicken concept and ambitious plans for Midwest expansion, setting the stage for new franchise opportunities and community engagement.

Chipotle makes its highly anticipated entry into Asia with a Seoul opening, partnering with Sangmidang Holdings and setting a template for future international growth.

Brooklyn Water Bagel launches its first campus eatery at Nova Southeastern, signaling strategic growth and fresh potential for multi-unit operators seeking new market wins.

7 Brew has acquired 73 former Salad and Go locations, surpassing Dutch Bros with a $143M bid, signaling a major shift in the competitive landscape for drive-thru brands.

RaceTrac has appointed Jill Pemberton as chief financial officer, succeeding Karla Ahlert, who moves into the newly created role of chief administrative officer.

Levain Bakery appoints Lorna Sommerville and Taya Stenson as co-CEOs, blending operational and marketing expertise to power national expansion and innovation while staying rooted in its brand values.

Anna Faktorovich, a seasoned marketing executive, has been named Chief Marketing Officer at Scooter’s Coffee, bringing decades of multi-brand experience to fuel the franchise’s next growth stage.

Blaze Pizza welcomes Tracy Stockard as Chief Marketing Officer, bringing decades of brand and franchise experience to drive strategic growth and guest engagement.

Wendy’s announces Tariq Hassan as Chief Marketing and Customer Growth Officer, charting a new course for brand and digital innovation. What restaurant owners can learn.

Dave & Buster's refreshes its executive lineup with seasoned leaders in operations, marketing, tech, and finance - signaling a growth-driven future for restaurant operators to watch.