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The National Restaurant Association has announced its 2019 board officers, with Wolfgang Puck Worldwide CEO Joe Essa serving as chairman.

Bob Middleton, a multi-brand growth leader, operates four brands with 42 restaurants in Michigan and Canada.

Greg Cutchall, a multi-brand operator, has grown his company's annual revenue to $75 million, with a focus on Domino's, First Watch, and Jams American Grill.

Applebee’s, Panera, and other franchises drop ‘no-poach’ policies in response to lawsuits and changing market conditions.

The Krystal Company names Paul Macaluso CEO, replacing Omar Janjua who left to take on the CEO position at Taco Bueno Restaurants L.P.

Growing a multi-unit operation requires securing financing, which can be complicated and difficult, but there are do’s and don’ts for positioning the business to lenders.

Sonic Drive-In introduces its first fast-food mushroom-blended burger, the Sonic Signature Slinger, starting at 350 calories.

Entrepreneur Magazine has released its 2018 Franchise 500 ranking, with the publication saying it is one of its most comprehensive lists ever.

Multi-unit operators Tim Long and Greg Trejo bring Pie Five Pizza to Nebraska and Kansas.

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

Yaron Goldman acquired 64 Sonic Drive-In restaurants located primarily in the Southeast, expanding his portfolio to over 100 locations.

Sonic's Claudia San Pedro discusses her role in financial planning and investor relations.

Bob Middleton heard or read something years ago that stuck with him: Wealth is built by focusing on one thing and doing it well; wealth is preserved by diversifying.

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.

iQ Media releases a platform to track TV mentions of brands and logos, including spoken-word detection and logo recognition technology.

Franchise Times highlights the growth of franchising in unit count and system-wide revenue, with a focus on new and emerging brands.

Energy-efficient programs can help restaurant chains reduce expenses long-term without dramatically changing the customer experience.

The QSR 50 report highlights the resilience of the QSR industry, with trends including AI adoption, loyalty programs, and beverage growth.

1851 Franchise ranked the top five franchise websites, highlighting Mosquito Joe's website as a winner of the 1851 Franchise Development Website Awards.

The US added 15,600 franchise jobs in April, with auto parts and dealer franchise jobs rising by 20,190, and restaurant franchise jobs dropping by 0.3 percent.

Brands like Chili's and Arby's participate in the 'Game of Thrones' social media trend.

Boston Market and Great American Cookies are offering deals and promotions on Tax Day.