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Bojangles appoints Patricia Halpin as Vice President of Growth, leading franchise expansion in key regions across the U.S.

McDonald’s U.S President Joe Erlinger slammed California's new bill to set up a 10-person fast food council.

Mold Medics CEO Tim Swackhammer shares his experience growing from a franchisee to a franchisor.

Orangetheory Fitness appoints Jason Dunlop as President of International, expanding the brand's global presence and development.

Mexican Restaurants, Inc. promotes Enrique Herrera and Crystina Bukrinsky to VP roles.

Pollo Campero hires Mark Priestland, a former Papa John's marketing executive, as its new marketing director to help expand the brand in the U.S.

Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers appoints Brian Wise as COO and Jerry Kunz as VP of Finance.

Spherion Staffing and Recruiting in Johnson City welcomes new leadership with Molly Gaffney-Keebler and her husband Joe Keebler taking ownership of the office.

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After voluntarily filing for Chapter 11 Protection in June 2022, TRX, a leading provider of functional training products, is looking to revitalize its business through the acquisition by JFXD Capital announced today.

Units: 57 Checkers & Rally’s, 22 Dunkin’ and Baskin-Robbins, 11 TGI Fridays

Bloomin’ Brands added two new members to its Board of Directors, Julie Kunkel and Melanie Marein-Efron.

ATLANTA, Aug. 23, 2022 // PRNewswire // - Krystal recently announced that Casey Terrell has been named Chief Marketing Officer, effective immediately.

David Blackburn, a restaurant industry veteran, receives the 2022 MVP Single-Brand Leadership Award for his work with McAlister’s Deli.

Denny's Corporation appoints John Dillon and David Schmidt as presidents.

MRINetwork has promoted Todd Simpson to Chief Operating Officer, overseeing field operations and new technology initiatives.

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WOWorks appoints Cole Thompson as Vice President of Culinary, overseeing R&D and operations for Garbanzo, The Simple Greek, Barberitos, and Cantina.

Mongolian Concepts hires a new Vice President of Technology to enhance the brand's digital strategy and drive growth across all three brands.

Les Mills on Tuesday announced the addition of two new members to its executive team as the group fitness creator doubled down on its latest customer-led Omnifitness strategy.

Atomic Wings CEO Zak Omar has expanded the brand to 21 units in New York and Maryland, leveraging his experience as a multi-unit Dunkin' franchisee.

Bryan Park is named to the National Wood Flooring Association's board of directors.

Kevin Bazner, CEO of A&W Restaurants, shares his experience in franchising, starting with international division in 1988.

Donatos hires Christina Jackson as Chief People Officer, bringing 20+ years of strategic HR leadership experience to the role.