
Fast-casual brand collabs: Making partnership pay off
Fast-casual brands are increasingly utilizing CPG partnerships to drive social media buzz and customer acquisition through unique menu collaborations.
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Fast-casual brands are increasingly utilizing CPG partnerships to drive social media buzz and customer acquisition through unique menu collaborations.

Ken Holloway achieves President's Club for two Minuteman Press centers.

Two of the nation’s most well-known retailers just announced new menu innovations for the summer. At 7-Eleven, the chain announced a new sandwich lineup across participating 7-Elev
Office Evolution® is expanding its profile in northeast Ohio.

GarageExperts expands through four new franchise agreements in north Georgia, central Florida, northeast Sacramento, and the north Dallas market.

Subway will switch to PepsiCo beverages in its restaurants in 2025, after a major franchisee group conceded to the change.

The Brass Tap franchise opens in Marina, California, with co-owner Karl Waller returning to his hometown after 50 years.
Save A Lot offers private label back-to-school staples at prices that help parents save up to 30% compared to national brands.

MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes, the 90-unit “better burger” franchise continues to expand its operations across the country as a result of its commitment to serving the best-tasting cheeseburgers.
Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii appoints Chris Ruszkowski as Chief Marketing Officer, overseeing marketing communications and brand vision.
“Buffalo Wild Wings has the best sauces and Doritos Flamin’ Hot Nacho brings the best heat—put them together and you’ve got Doritos Flamin’ Hot Nacho Wings,” says professional athlete, Klay Thompson.

Doug Willmarth, a strategic brand leader in the restaurant industry, will be joining the MOOYAH brand as President starting December 2.

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Hot Dog on a Stick introduces new Cheetos Flamin’ Hot Sticks and Strawberry Mango Lemonade with Tajin, available for a limited time.
Buffalo Wild Wings launches new limited-time Doritos Spicy Sweet Chili Flavored Sauce, featuring a unique combination of flavors.
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Adeola Shabiyi, a Nigerian-born doctor, becomes a franchisee with Home Clean Heroes, expanding his business portfolio and providing jobs and cleaning services to his community.

Army veteran couple opens Hand & Stone in Waco, TX.

Frances Allen has been named CEO of Checkers & Rally's, replacing Rick Silva, with a proven track record of success in the restaurant industry.
Saladworks appoints Mark Mears as its Chief Marketing Officer, who brings experience in building teams and brands.

Saladworks announces the hiring of Mark Mears as Chief Marketing Officer, bringing over three decades of experience in the restaurant and hospitality industry.
ERA announces affiliation with Myers & Myers Realty, marking its fourth affiliation in the Dallas-Fort Worth market and expanding its presence in the region.

Pizza Hut and Kellogg collaborate on a new product, the Stuffed Cheez-It Pizza, which combines a square calzone with a side of marinara sauce.

Little Caesars hires Jeff Klein as SVP of global marketing.