How Denny’s is loading the bases for Project Grand Slam turnaround
Denny's launches Project Grand Slam to boost sales and unit growth
· Restaurant Dive· September 23, 2026
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Denny’s launches catering
Catering is the first initiative to go live under turnaround plan Project Grand Slam, which is meant to improve restaurant performance and the guest experience.
· Restaurant Dive· August 18, 2026
Denny’s hires a Cracker Barrel veteran as COO
- Family Dining - Franchising - Executives - News Denny’s hires a Cracker Barrel veteran as COO Aaron Howard joins the diner chain after a long career in restaurants, including mor
· Nation's Restaurant News· July 8, 2026
Denny’s appoints COO as it focuses on turnaround
Aaron Howard will play a critical role in Project Grand Slam, which aims to improve restaurant experiences, speed of service, traffic and execution.
· Restaurant Dive· July 8, 2026
Denny’s Franchise Outlook After Going Private in TriArtisan Deal
Denny’s went private in a roughly $620 million sale to TriArtisan Capital Advisors, Yadav Enterprises, and Treville Capital Group.
· 1851 Franchise· January 22, 2026
Keke’s Breakfast Cafe Named a Rising Restaurant Chain for 2026
Keke's Breakfast Cafe has been named a rising restaurant chain for 2026, with a loyal following and steady growth.
· 1851 Franchise· November 18, 2025
Denny’s Corporation to be Acquired by TriArtisan Capital Advisors, Treville Capital Group and Yadav Enterprises in $620 Million Transaction
Denny’s Corporation has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by a group consisting of TriArtisan Capital Advisors, Treville Capital Group, and Yadav Enterprises in an all-cash transaction with…
· Franchising.com· November 4, 2025
Franchise Deep Dive: Hooters Franchise Costs, Fees, Profit and Data
Hooters is an internationally-recognized brand, known for its lively atmosphere, sports viewing and the iconic Hooters Girls.
· 1851 Franchise· June 2, 2023
MVP Anil Yadav Began as a Fry Cook: Multi-Brand Leadership Award recipient
Units: Jack in the Box, 214; Taco Cabana (franchisor), 144; Denny’s, 75; TGI Fridays, 75; El Pollo Loco, 6; Sizzler, 4; Marco’s Pizza, 3; Corner Bakery Cafe, 3; plus a few resorts and hotels
· Franchising.com· January 7, 2022
TGI Fridays To Go Public in $380M Deal With Allegro Merger
TGI Fridays is set to go public in a $380M deal with Allegro Merger Corp., a special purpose acquisition firm.
· 1851 Franchise· November 11, 2019
New Hooters Owners Plan A More Family-Friendly Spinoff Concept
Nord Bay Capital and TriArtisan Capital Advisors plan to take Hooters in a new direction with a family-friendly spinoff concept, Hoots.
· 1851 Franchise· July 3, 2019
Pei Wei Asian Diner Sold to PWD Acquisition LLC
Pei Wei Asian Diner is sold to PWD Acquisition LLC for an undisclosed amount, contributing to PWD’s portfolio of quick-service Asian concepts.
· 1851 Franchise· June 5, 2019
TriArtisan In Talks to Acquire P.F. Chang’s For As Much As $700 Million
TriArtisan Capital Advisors LLC is in talks to acquire P.F. Chang's for up to $700 million from private equity firm Centerbridge Partners L.P.
· 1851 Franchise· January 9, 2019