People across franchise brands: the deals, operators and trade-press stories Burnaze summarizes, each linked to the original.
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The robots are here, and they’re delivering pizzas. That futuristic concept earned Little Caesars the Overall Award for Franchise Operations & Technology Leadership in Franchise Update Media’s 8th Annual Franchise Innovation Awards.
The International Franchise Association (IFA) today named sixteen new franchise leaders elected to serve on its Board of Directors in 2027.
Charter Senior Living CEO Keven Bennema expects growth after a defining year
Poteet joins HomeWell as the company continues to expand its national footprint, with 160 active locations nationwide, including more than 30 slated to open soon.
Jessica Zouaoui named 2026 Woman of Wonder by Franchise Dictionary Magazine
Brumbach joins Comfort Keepers at a pivotal time for the senior care industry.
Cicis Pizza, the original all-you-can-eat pizza buffet known for delivering TBPVA (The Best Pizza Value Anywhere), has appointed Kimberly Thompson as Executive Vice President of Development.
Domino’s Pizza has reported higher third-quarter profit, with revenue increasing 3.4% to $1.19 billion.
Domino's new CEO Joe Jordan aims to reignite growth with 0.3 percent US sales increase
AtWork appoints Sarah Goehring as VP of franchise development with 25 years of expertise in the field.
Dillas Quesadillas has promoted restaurant industry veteran Michael Mabry to chief operating officer as the North Texas-based company strengthens its leadership team for its next phase of growth.
Chipotle COO Jason Kidd focuses on guest experience and innovation
Solink , an AI vision intelligence provider serving brick-and-mortar businesses, is expanding its leadership team with three appointments designed to support the growing role of AI in retail and restaurant…
2Life and Solinity appoint new leaders, Lizbeth Heyer and Estella Bowers.
Alisa Gmelich appointed as Hardee's president with 30 years of experience
Many Sport Clips Haircuts franchisees were previously customers who were inspired to own a location after a positive experience with the brand.
Curious Jane, a national advertising agency specializing in franchise and multi-location brands, has promoted Gloria Burbano to president.
The Sicilian Butcher, the modern-casual restaurant celebrated for its house-made pastas, 5-foot charcuterie boards, and time-honored Sicilian recipes, has named hospitality veteran Nicole West as president.
Chick-fil-A CEO Andrew Cathy focuses on fundamentals amidst intensifying chicken competition
CKE Restaurants Holdings, Inc. has named Alisa Gmelich President of Hardee’s, effective immediately.
Subway co-op CEO Janet Risi Field allegedly hid a $200M kickback plot
Goddard School announces 2026 Circle of Excellence and President’s Club members.
Uni K Wax appoints Christina Simeone as Vice President of Operations.
Dig Inn names Dylan Mendelsohn Culinary Director, launches fall menu nationwide.