
The 8th June 2018
The article discusses women in franchising and highlights Ron Bender, VP of Franchise Development for Big Frog Custom T-Shirts.
Panera Bread is a company in Burnaze's franchise knowledge graph, mentioned since 2015. 223 stories link here, each summarized from the original publisher. * Panera Bread has hired Chris Finazzo as COO and Victor Siqueira as chief supply chain officer to support its turnaround efforts [[2026-09-29 Panera hires operations and supply execs to support turnaround]]. * Kura Sushi has updated its loyalty program to a three-tier membership structure, joining other brands like Charleys, Panera, and Tropical Smoothie Cafe [[2026-10-07 Kura Sushi adds tiers to loyalty program]]. * Panera Bread is rolling out a new-and-improved loyalty program, a points-based system with tiers, in response to customer feedback [[2026-08-19 Panera Bread rolls out new-and-improved loyalty program]]. * Panera Bread has hired Andrew Rebhun as its new chief marketing officer, tasking him with leading brand strategy, digital loyalty, and marketing innovation [[2026-08-13 Panera Bread hires CMO from Cava as transformation work continues]]. * Panera Bread is relocating its corporate headquarters to Massachusetts in 2027 as part of its strategic plan to enhance collaboration and brand growth [[2026-07-31 Panera to relocate HQ to Massachusetts]]. * Panera Bread is changing its Unlimited Sip Club subscription program to MyPanera + Sip Club, limiting members to 30 self-service drinks per month [[2026-07-13 Panera’s Unlimited Sip Club will no longer be unlimited]]. * Major fast-casual brands including Panera are launching pumpkin-flavored seasonal menus in early August to capture consumer demand ahead of the fall season [[2026-08-10 Pumpkin season arrives earlier than ever as fast casuals race to claim fall seas]]. Filed under Restaurants / Bakery & breakfast.

The article discusses women in franchising and highlights Ron Bender, VP of Franchise Development for Big Frog Custom T-Shirts.

Hamra, a multi-unit franchisee, credits his experience as an attorney for helping him in his current role and prioritizes working with his family and community.

McDonald’s is testing out breakfast catering in Central Florida, using Uber Eats for delivery and offering its entire breakfast menu in packages made to serve six, eight or 12 people.

Panera Bread is expanding its delivery capabilities nationwide, creating 13,000 jobs and marking a new phase for the concept.

Each year we work with FRANdata to compile a list of the country’s largest multi-unit franchisee organizations.

Panera Bread has released a statement regarding a security flaw on their website that leaked customer information online.

Emily Harrington has spent her life as a high achiever and shows no signs of slowing down.

Slim Chickens, an emerging franchise, aims to reach 600 locations after seeing initial success and signing a landmark franchise agreement.

McDonald’s made waves with vegans all over the world when it rolled out its McVegan burger in Finland and Sweden.

Panera Bread has recalled all two and eight-ounce cream cheese products from its store.

Panera Bread is petitioning the FDA for a clear definition of the term 'egg,' calling out competitors for serving eggs with multiple additives.

Panera Bread is asking the government to define what constitutes a

The restaurant industry is hoping for a better year in 2018, with improving economy and M&A activity, but multiple factors will play a role in how the year will play out.

The article discusses the importance of loyalty technology and the need for franchisors to keep up with competitors' loyalty programs.

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Panera Bread acquires Au Bon Pain, bringing the two brands together again with a combined 2,304 units worldwide.

Foursquare releases its first annual QSR Loyalty Index report, ranking top QSR chains by customer loyalty.

Caribou Coffee acquires Bruegger's Bagels from Le Duff America, with plans to expand internationally.

The leadership team behind Panera bread is health conscious, to say the least.

The choice to go digital for Panera Bread was great for business.

Fast-casual sales dropped 0.7 percent in 2017, with Chipotle and Panera Bread being two of the few brands seeing positive increases.

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Fazoli’s is investing $1.5 million to offer a completely clean food menu, removing artificial ingredients from its menu options.