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.
CEO Todd Penegor is implementing a brand standards coaching team and financial incentives for franchisees to address service and quality inconsistencies across the pizza chain.
The fast-casual giant taps the former Cava and El Pollo Loco executive to lead brand strategy, digital loyalty, and marketing innovation during its ongoing business transformation.
Papa Johns offers $5 million in incentives to improve operations.
QSR Magazine recently released its 2026 QSR 50 report, painting a picture of an industry that remains impressively resilient despite cautious consumer spending and intense competition.
The Detroit-style pizza, dubbed the Domino, will help the brand capture meal occasions ranging from afternoon snacks to midnight meals.
During Papa Johns second quarter earnings call last week, CEO Todd Penegor said the company’s transformation is taking longer than expected as he reported a 8.3% same-store sales decline.
Papa Johns abandons sale plans, focuses on turnaround with $180-190 million EBITDA expected
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(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Papa Johns International, Inc. today announced several changes to the Company’s leadership team to further support the Company’s ongoing strategic transformation.
Global system-wide restaurant sales decreased 4.8% and global comparable sales decreased 5.7%.
Papa Johns International, announced several changes to the Company’s leadership team to further support the Company’s ongoing strategic transformation.
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Multi-unit operator Wade Oney shares his strategy for managing 112 pizza franchise locations by offering ownership stakes to key leadership personnel.
A New York class-action filing claims the pizza chain’s franchisees failed to pay delivery drivers minimum wage and overtime, sparking questions of franchisor liability.
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The pizza giant is implementing a week-long 50% discount on all menu-priced pizzas to drive order volume amidst tightening consumer spending in the delivery sector.
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There have been several constants throughout Wade Oney’s four-decade career in the restaurant industry: pizza, explosive brand growth, and a desire to create opportunities for others through franchise ownership.
Domino’s CEO Russell Weiner homed in on increased order counts during the company’s second-quarter earnings call earlier this week, noting that they fuel long-term growth for both the brand and its franchisees.
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Parent company MTY Food Group told investors during the company’s Q2 earnings call that it expects to shutter 68 underperforming corporately owned restaurants over the next nine months.