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Pepsi launches new sustainable sparkling water stations, allowing consumers to adjust carbonation, temperature, and flavors.

Little Caesars hires Jeff Klein as SVP of global marketing.

Starbucks commits to a set of pay equity principles on Equal Pay Day, joining 25 other U.S. employers.

Yum! Brands appoints Target CEO Brian Cornell as non-executive chairman, succeeding retiring chairman Robert Walter.

Jimmy John's hires a new CMO and CDO, with John Shea and Stephen Piacentini joining the leadership team, respectively.

Boston Market has hired Frances Allen as its new CEO, replacing George Michel who is set to retire after eight years with the chicken chain.

Nation’s Restaurant News reports Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc. has hired former Starbucks and Kate Spade executive Marissa Andrade as Chief Human Resources Officer.

Clyde Rucker, a U.S. Army veteran, became a successful franchisee after working in corporate America and as a franchise executive.

Potbelly Corp. names Alan Johnson as its new president and CEO.

A class action litigation has been sparked by the Chicago Sweetened Beverage Tax, which requires retailers to tax sweetened beverages at a rate of $.01 per ounce.

Patrick Galleher, chairman and CEO of sweetFrog Frozen Yogurt, has a track record of leading successful transactions and acquisitions.

Starbucks launches a ready-to-drink iced latte in a limited-time offer.

McAlister's Deli President Paul Macaluso discusses the importance of fostering relationships in running a company.

Steve Huff and Kathy Smith found success with Sylvan Learning, which provided them with a business opportunity and a chance to give back to the community.

PepsiCo is acquiring KeVita, a health beverage maker, in an effort to diversify its soft drinks business and tap into health-conscious consumers.

PepsiCo pledges to slash beverage calorie counts by 2025, aiming to reduce sugar content in its drinks and increase water efficiency.

Dunkin' Donuts partners with Coca-Cola to launch a line of cold coffee drinks in the U.S. in 2017.

Pepsi is using Twitter's new sticker feature to promote its #PepsiMoji campaign, allowing users to add custom-branded emojis to their photos.

Nancy Kruse identifies 5 menu trends at 2016 National Restaurant Association Show

Yum! Brands' Chairman David Novak will retire in May 2016 after 29 years with the company.

IFA President & CEO Stephen Caldeira discusses his experience and the future of franchising.

Food brands are pushing to eliminate palm oil from their products, but the process is taking longer than anticipated.