
Raintree CEO Brent Dowling on How Brands Can Upgrade Their Digital Sales Strategies in 2020
Raintree CEO Brent Dowling discussed how brands can upgrade their digital sales strategies, prioritizing targeted marketing and effective use of technology.
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Raintree CEO Brent Dowling discussed how brands can upgrade their digital sales strategies, prioritizing targeted marketing and effective use of technology.
The Spice & Tea Exchange responded to the COVID-19 pandemic by shifting its focus to online and delivery support of local owners, leveraging its experience during the Great Recession.

Mayweather Boxing + Fitness hires new team members for franchise growth
Edible launched a sweepstakes and special deals to celebrate 2020 graduates, with participating locations awarding complimentary congratulatory arrangements and offering discounts on select graduation products.
Valvoline launches the 'Thanks to Truckers' initiative to honor America's fleets, collecting messages and notes of appreciation for professional fleet drivers.
Fleet Feet celebrates Global Running Day with a virtual event, shifting from in-person to online participation due to COVID-19 precautions.
Dickey's Barbecue Pit experiences record-breaking digital sales, citing supply chain stability, with a 14% increase in same-store sales for the weekend.
Saladworks kicks off National Salad Month with an interactive social campaign, encouraging guests to focus on their well-being and interact with the brand during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Dickey's Barbecue Pit launches a nationwide search for the best motherly advice in celebration of Mother's Day.
Chipotle hosts virtual prom afterparty with David Dobrik, offering free entrée code giveaways and a chance to chat with the digital star.
Goldfish Swim School launched a virtual dry-land swim lesson program to teach water safety skills and develop confidence with swimming techniques.

Carrie Luxem's #restaurantSTRONG contest aims to show support and love to the restaurant industry during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is introducing new barbecue deals for National Barbecue Month.
While most frontline healthcare workers are spending long shifts at the hospital, their dogs are spending more time alone at home.
Goodcents Foundation makes it easy for guests to ‘Pay It Forward’ with pounds of meat & cheese for those in need, donating to local nonprofit City Union Mission.
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers updates sales and operations amid COVID-19

Right at Home launches a fundraising campaign for the American Red Cross, supporting seniors during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Domino's Pizza announces Q1 2020 earnings webcast, with a global enterprise of over 17,000 stores in over 90 markets.

Companies can protect their brands during the COVID-19 crisis by reflecting on brand values and messaging.
Domino's partners with its franchisees to give away 10 million slices of pizza nationwide, with a focus on feeding those in need during the pandemic.

Restaurants are selling their trophy bottles to make it through the pandemic, providing a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for collectors.
Pizza Hut offered a $9.99 large, 3-topping pizza deal for families adjusting to new mealtime routines during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Business owners are working harder than ever before, and it's essential to focus on surviving the crisis by embracing the worst-case scenario and deep planning.
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers provided a business and operational update related to COVID-19, shifting to an off-premise model and adhering to CDC and local guidelines.