Leader to Leader, An Executive Exchange Session - The Foundation of an Influential Brand
El Pollo Loco and P.F. Chang's CEOs discuss brand transformation
· Restaurant Business· October 30, 2026
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Jim Mazany
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P.F. Chang’s CMO is cooking up a plan to recapture chain’s old magic
The casual Asian dining chain is a year into a turnaround and has moved from 22nd place to third in same-store sales growth among its competitive set.
· Restaurant Dive· October 28, 2026
P.F. Chang’s taps social media expert to lead new marketing team
The casual dining chain has reorganized its marketing department to focus on integrated social media influencer campaigns and seasonal menu launches.
· Nation's Restaurant News· July 27, 2026
CEOs of P.F. Chang's and El Pollo Loco share turnaround strategies
That was a bold goal announced by CEO Jim Mazany at the Restaurant Leadership Conference in Phoenix on Tuesday.
· Restaurant Business· April 22, 2026