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Lola Beans CEO Donny Bradley will discuss employee engagement and small-footprint growth strategies at the upcoming QSR Evolution Conference.

The Circle K parent company reported a 51.2% surge in adjusted net earnings, driven by strong merchandise sales despite slight drops in U.S. fuel volumes.

The former Potbelly executive joins Wendy’s senior leadership team to lead financial and strategy functions following a successful brand turnaround.

EverSmith Brands today announced the appointment of Michael Abramson to Chief Operating Officer, effective immediately.

Stacie Bratcher, the new CEO of LiveWell Partners, is targeting hospice expansion and service diversification across its Midwest-based home health platform.

Home Helpers has appointed former Liberty Tax executive Nick Evans as its new CFO, succeeding Bill Burlingham as the 327-unit franchise expands nationally.

The hot chicken chain’s chief executive discusses how menu innovation and strategic product packaging are driving sales growth beyond just speed of service.

The Louisiana-based coffee concept has hired the former Taco Bell and WeWork executive to lead franchise sales and support the brand's national expansion strategy.

The burger giant has appointed the former Potbelly executive to lead its financial and strategy functions following the termination of its previous CFO.

Starbucks has introduced a nationwide coffeehouse coach role to provide a structured leadership path for frontline staff and increase female representation in management.

The Wendy’s Company has named former Potbelly executive Steve Cirulis as its new CFO and CSO, effective June 2026, succeeding Ken Cook.

Russell Weiner has informed the Company's Board of Directors of his intention to retire as Chief Executive Officer after a distinguished career with Domino's.

DUBLIN, Ohio, June 23, 2026 // PRNewswire // --The Wendy's Company today announced the appointment of Steve Cirulis as Chief Financial Officer and Chief Strategy Officer, effective June 23, 2026.

The fitness franchisor appoints former Pizza Hut executive Chequan Lewis to the top role as predecessor Jim Rowley moves to executive chairman.

Current COO Joe Jordan will succeed Russell Weiner as CEO of the global pizza giant this October as part of a planned leadership transition.

Joe Jordan will transition from COO to the chief executive role in October as longtime leader Russell Weiner moves toward an executive chairman position.

The pizza giant’s current COO and 15-year company veteran Joe Jordan will take the helm this October following Russell Weiner’s move to executive chairman.

The nation’s largest senior living operator taps a former Harmony CEO to align sales and operations as it scales.

Inspirit Senior Living’s COO highlights how AI and health data integration are bridging the gap between assisted living facilities and clinical healthcare providers.

The fast-food giant has named Ashli Nelson as Vice President of U.S. State & Local Government Relations, following her recent leadership in franchisee sourcing and recruitment.

The fast-casual brand has tapped Chris Rigassio, a seasoned multi-unit franchisee of Jersey Mike's and Wingstop, to oversee its national area director system and development initiatives.

Taco John’s CEO Heather Neary will discuss the brand’s performance strategy and historical analysis at the upcoming QSR Evolution Conference in Atlanta.

Warrenton Oil COO Dana Moloney discusses the importance of people-centric leadership and technological innovation within the company's 58-unit FastLane convenience store portfolio.

The 4,100-unit chain is rolling out a major back-of-house equipment overhaul and leveraging AI-powered hiring platforms to improve operational efficiency and hospitality.