McDonald’s Announces Wide-Ranging Worker Benefits to Attract New Employees
McDonald’s announced a wide-ranging worker benefits package to attract new employees, including tuition reimbursement and paid time off.
· 1851 Franchise· July 15, 2021
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Papa Johns — page 18
Papa Johns is a company in Burnaze's franchise knowledge graph, mentioned since 2015. 696 stories link here, each summarized from the original publisher. * Papa John's CEO Todd Penegor and former CFO Ravi Thanawala are named in a securities class action lawsuit alleging the company misled investors about its strategic transformation progress [[2026-10-29 Papa John’s CEO, former CFO named in securities class action (ad4e68)]]. * Papa Johns is offering a limited-time Jack-o'-Lantern Pizza for Halloween, available from October 19 to November 1, 2026, at participating restaurants in Canada [[2026-10-19 Papa Johns Summons a Halloween Favourite The Jack-o’-Lantern Pizza Returns (aa2b68)]]. * The QSR pizza category has gained share from the at-home pizza market, with QSR pizza now accounting for 45% of total pizza spending, a 3.1% increase compared to 2019 [[2026-10-22 QSR pizza is stealing share from the freezer aisle (7cac02)]]. * Papa Johns is promoting its The Works pizza, a Handcrafted Specialty Pizza loaded with seven premium toppings, available for a limited time starting at $10.99 for a medium and $13.99 for a large [[2026-09-23 Papa Johns The Works Pizza Seven Premium Toppings in One Perfect Bite (a16818)]]. * Papa Johns has partnered with Walmart to offer delivery of its pizzas, sides, and desserts using Walmart Express Delivery [[2026-09-11 Papa Johns to offer delivery from Walmart (d4855d)]]. * Papa Johns is investing in new technology to improve operations and sales, including a rebuilt digital platform and a new point-of-sale system from PAR Technology [[2026-09-15 How technology is powering Papa Johns’ turnaround (8b6c8a)]]. * Papa Johns has refranchised 28 corporate-owned restaurants in the Orlando market to longtime franchisee Wade Oney, bringing his total portfolio to 120 units [[2026-09-01 Papa Johns Refranchises 28 Restaurants in Orlando Area (6a262f)]]. * Domino's has a quiet strength in having few closures, with only 95 locations closed over the past nine years, and its new unit openings are actual expansion rather than replacements [[2026-09-15 One quiet Domino's strength few closures (61455b)]] Filed under Restaurants / Pizza.
Also known as Papa John's International, Papa John's USA, Papa Johns USA, Inc.
- Todd Penegor
- Rob Lynch
- Ravi Thanawala
- Amanda Clark
- Jenna Bromberg
- Shivram Vaideeswaran
- Mark Gabrovic
- Chris Lyn-Sue
Mountain Mike’s Pizza Named Top-Performing Restaurant Chains By Two Industry-Leading Publications
Mountain Mike's Pizza is named to two industry lists for its outstanding 2020 performance, climbing 47 spots to #140 on Restaurant Business' Top 500 Chain Restaurant Report.
· Franchising.com· July 14, 2021
Why Romeo’s Pizza Is Franchising’s Next Pizza Behemoth
Romeo's Pizza experienced dramatic sales growth, reporting a 14.8% same-store sales increase across its franchise system in the first quarter of 2021.
· 1851 Franchise· July 14, 2021
Is Romeo’s Pizza the Next Big Name in Pizza?
Romeo's Pizza reports a 14% same-store sales increase across its franchise system in the first quarter of 2021, with 50 open locations and 20 more scheduled to open by the end of the year.
· 1851 Franchise· July 14, 2021
A ‘New Normal’ Emerges As Restaurants Jockey for Workers
Restaurants face labor shortages and competition for workers, with some offering substantial sign-on bonuses and increased wages to attract employees.
· 1851 Franchise· July 13, 2021
Papa John’s Loyalty Program, Papa Rewards® Reaches Milestone Of 20 Million Members
Papa John’s loyalty program, Papa Rewards, reaches 20 million members, driving customer value and relationship-building for the brand.
· Franchising.com· July 6, 2021
Papa John’s International, Inc. Expands Into Germany
Papa John's International expands into Germany, with plans to open 250 restaurants over the next seven years.
· Franchising.com· June 29, 2021
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· 1851 Franchise· June 25, 2021
Papa John’s appoints Amit Pancholi UK director of business development
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· Global Franchise· June 25, 2021
How to Succeed as A Multi-Unit Franchisee: Sajib Singha; Multiple QSR Brands
Sajib Singha, a Texas-based operator, owns 13 franchise locations with four different QSR brands and shares his advice on how to succeed as a multi-unit franchisee.
· 1851 Franchise· June 22, 2021
Things To Consider Before Buying Your Second Franchise Unit
Franchisees should consider several factors before buying a second franchise unit, including scaling their business and managing multiple locations.
· 1851 Franchise· June 10, 2021
Francreepers: Surveillance in Franchising
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· 1851 Franchise· June 4, 2021
Good (and Other) News! – May 2021
This month's news roundup includes stories on post-COVID recovery, restaurant reopenings, and business growth and change.
· Franchising.com· May 21, 2021
Commercial real estate deals expected to rise in 2021
Multi-brand franchisees are expanding their operations in 2021, with a focus on real estate opportunities and growth.
· Franchising.com· May 15, 2021
Papa John’s Announces Repurchase And Conversion Of All Convertible Preferred Stock Owned By Starboard Value LP
Papa John's announces the repurchase and conversion of all convertible preferred stock owned by Starboard Value LP, with a total yield of approximately 5.4%.
· Franchising.com· May 12, 2021
Captain D’s Accelerates Growth in Texas with New Restaurant Opening in Gun Barrel City
Captain D’s opens new Texas restaurant in Gun Barrel City.
· Franchising.com· May 10, 2021
Papa John’s Announces First Quarter 2021 Financial Results
Papa John's announces its first-quarter 2021 financial results, delivering industry outperformance and accelerating unit growth.
· Franchising.com· May 6, 2021
Franchise Marketing Radio: Thomas Flaherty Discusses What Sets Buffalo Wings & Rings Apart From The Competition
Buffalo Wings & Rings Chief Development Officer Thomas Flaherty discusses the brand's unique approach to the sports restaurant market.
· 1851 Franchise· May 3, 2021
Epic Wings sings 39 store franchise agreement
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· Global Franchise· April 28, 2021
Papa John’s International, Inc. Named To Forbes List Of Best Employers For Diversity 2021
Papa John's International, Inc. is recognized as one of the Best Employers for Diversity 2021 by Forbes, highlighting its commitment to diversity and inclusion.
· Franchising.com· April 22, 2021
Zaxby’s Hires Mike Nettles As Interim Chief Digital and Technology Officer
Athens, GA. - Zaxby’s, the premium QSR chain known for its chicken fingers, wings and signature sauces, welcomes Mike Nettles as interim chief digital and technology officer (CDTO).
· Franchising.com· April 7, 2021
Best Pizza Franchises To Buy in 2021
Best pizza franchises to buy in 2021, including Little Caesars Pizza, Toppers Pizza, Marco's Pizza, and Papa John's.
· 1851 Franchise· March 16, 2021
Papa John’s, Domino’s Stock Tanks Despite Sales Bump
Papa John’s and Domino’s Pizza , two of the world’s largest pizza brands, reported double-digit growth in same-store sales throughout 2020 but still saw their stocks drop after Q4 earnings…
· 1851 Franchise· February 25, 2021
Papa John’s Announces Fourth Quarter And Full Year 2020 Financial Results
Papa John's announced its fourth quarter and full year 2020 financial results, delivering industry-leading sales growth and significant profitability.
· Franchising.com· February 25, 2021