Burger King — page 11

Each month we bring you a roundup of international franchise news.

Newk's Eatery is redefining the fast-casual franchise experience with strong average unit volumes, a broad menu, and a focus on hospitality.

Church’s Texas Chicken has named Roland Gonzalez as its new Chief Executive Officer, with a wealth of experience in the global quick-service restaurant industry.

Restaurant Brands International, the parent company of Burger King, restructures its operations in China and the U.S. to drive growth and stabilize its operations.

Unleashed Brands has named Pat O’Toole, a 20+ year marketing industry veteran that has shaped some of the world’s most iconic brands, as its new Chief Marketing Officer.

“We’re off to a strong start in 2025, bringing our brand to Arizona and expanding in Texas,” said Ken Lineberger, president and CEO of Waters Edge Wineries.

Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard adds two industry veterans to leadership team

The burger franchise industry remains a cornerstone of the global fast-food market, with leading franchises like McDonald's, Wendy's, and Burger King adapting to consumer preferences by emphasizing quality ingredients and innovative menu offerings.

World-class customer experience brands have a common customer experience action statement that guides their employees.

Wendy’s re-entered the Australian market with a new location on the Gold Coast, operated by the Flynn Restaurant Group.

Lauren Cody, a seasoned executive leader in the franchise industry, has been appointed brand president of Orangetheory Fitness, while co-founder and CEO Dave Long will transition to co-chair of the Purpose Brands board into a strategic advisor role.

Potbelly announced today a new Columbus location opening in University District near The Ohio State University campus.

European markets offer opportunities and challenges for US-based franchise expansion

The U.S. franchising landscape has undergone a significant transformation over the past decade, marked by a notable increase in multi-unit franchisee ownership.

Randy Pianin's family worked in the apparel industry, so it's no surprise that one of his first jobs was in retail.

Keeping current in today’s dynamic, ultra-competitive restaurant industry requires multi-unit operators to continuously adapt to changing customer preferences, technologies, legislation, labor costs, real estate, and so much more.

John Chidsey, Subway’s first CEO from outside the founding DeLuca family, will step down at the end of 2024 after a transformative five-year tenure, according to a recent press release.

In October, Wendy's launched the "Krabby Patty Kollab," which features two new menu items: a Krabby Patty burger and a Pineapple Under the Sea Frosty.

When I worked in Silicon Valley in the early 1980s reporting on the nascent personal computer industry, I heard a lot about how many hours a week people said they worked.

Exceptional customer service is a key factor in a franchise's success, creating a lasting impression and fostering customer loyalty.

Several major food chains, including Yum! Brands and Burger King, have removed onions from select restaurants as a precaution due to an E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald’s Quarter Pounders.

MFV Expositions targets Texas with the Franchise Expo Austin event, showcasing a diverse collection of exhibitors, including franchise brands and vendors.

Children’s Lighthouse has been ranked No. 292 on Franchise Times’ 2024 Top 400 list, climbing nearly 20 spots from last year’s ranking.

Ace Hardware ranked #5 on the Franchise Times Top 400 List for the third year in a row, with $23.3 billion in retail sales and a +0.6% increase from the prior year.