Jack in the Box — page 12

Apollo Global Management LLC acquired Qdoba Restaurant Corp. from Jack in the Box Inc. for $305 million, including 700 owned and franchised restaurants.

Franchising is experiencing a remarkable growth phase, with a remarkable growth phase in unit count and system-wide revenue, as well as the number of new and emerging brands.

Six multi-unit operators share their stories of success and overcoming challenges in the franchise industry.

Facebook aggregates existing food-delivery services to offer an in-platform ordering experience.

MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes has received private equity investment and relaunched its FDD, signaling a new chapter in the brand's growth and development.

Dan Burrell is a Jersey Mike's Subs multi-unit franchisee and area developer and he moderated a session at the conference entitled, "How to Retain and Grow Your Best Talent." Three…

Brands should consider the importance of portability and the fact that 90% of a.m. menu items have eggs when developing new breakfast products.

Vanessa Fox, Vice President and Chief Development Officer of Jack in the Box and Qdoba, shares her experience in real estate development and franchise business development.

Jack in the Box has partnered with DoorDash to offer delivery in over 200 cities, boosting business and seeing larger orders.

Sonic Drive-In refranchising efforts add 53 locations to Let's Shake portfolio in San Antonio, Texas, expanding the company's presence in the region.

Marketing expert Rick Sittig handled Jack in the Box's 1993 E. coli outbreak by keeping the issue light and moving on.

A franchisor shares his experience and research in identifying when to invest in a brand, highlighting the importance of due diligence.

Dave Goebel, former CEO of Applebee's, has invested in Pie Five Pizza and is expanding his multi-unit franchise.

Quick-service restaurants see a surge in late-night foot traffic, with White Castle leading the way with 21.5% of customers visiting between 10 p.m. and 4 a.m.

Jack in the Box launched Brunchfast, a new platform featuring brunch items, to compete in the untapped breakfast daypart.

Smashburger's non-traditional marketing tactics helped the brand stand out in a crowded market, achieving success despite industry competition.

McDonald's eliminates antibiotics that are important in human medicine from 100 percent of its chicken supply, a year and a half after committing to do so.

Pita Pit noticed an increase in customers with a greater understanding of nutrition and ingredients.

Restaurants are incorporating spicy menu items to appeal to customers who prefer fiery foods and sauces.

In 2015, Chipotle temporarily closed 43 restaurants in Washington and Oregon due to an E. coli outbreak.

Yum Brands lists its China business on the New York Stock Exchange.

Burger King introduces Fiery Chicken Fries with cayenne and black pepper for a limited one-month run.

Domino's will allow customers to order pizza via Twitter starting May 20, 2015.

The article profiles Tony Lutfi, the founder of MarLu Investment Group, a private equity firm that owns several franchise brands.