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BurgerFi International, Inc. Names Carl Bachmann as CEO

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Tuesday, May 30, 2023
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FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., May 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BurgerFi International, Inc. (Nasdaq: BFI, BFIIW) (“BurgerFi” or the “Company”), owner of leading fast-casual brand BurgerFi and the casual dining pizza brand Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza & Wings, recently attracted industry veteran Carl J. Bachmann from a larger burger chain and appointed him as CEO for their organization.

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  • FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., May 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BurgerFi International, Inc. (Nasdaq: BFI, BFIIW) (“BurgerFi” or the “Company”), owner of leading fast-casual brand BurgerFi and the casual dining pizza brand Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza & Wings, recently attracted industry veteran Carl J. Bachmann from a larger burger chain and appointed him as CEO for their organization.
  • “Carl brings a wealth of experience and knowledge in the restaurant space that will be valuable for our enterprise.
  • Prior to joining BurgerFi, Bachmann served as President for Smashburger, the Denver-based chain that specializes in custom burgers.
  • I’m honored to take on this leadership role and help guide the organization into an exciting future.”
    For more information about BurgerFi, visit www.BurgerFi.com .

BURGERFI INTERNATIONAL, INC. NAMES CARL BACHMANN AS CEO

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Tuesday, May 30, 2023
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FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., May 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BurgerFi International, Inc. (Nasdaq: BFI, BFIIW) ("BurgerFi" or the "Company"), owner of leading fast-casual brand BurgerFi and the casual dining pizza brand Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza & Wings, recently attracted industry veteran Carl J. Bachmann from a larger burger chain and appointed him as CEO for their organization. Bachmann, who will start with the Company on July 10th, is a career restaurant professional with extensive experience in both the burger and pizza spaces. He has served in various leadership roles and has an established record of growing brands and helping them remain competitive.

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  • FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., May 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BurgerFi International, Inc. (Nasdaq: BFI, BFIIW) ("BurgerFi" or the "Company"), owner of leading fast-casual brand BurgerFi and the casual dining pizza brand Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza & Wings, recently attracted industry veteran Carl J. Bachmann from a larger burger chain and appointed him as CEO for their organization.
  • Bachmann, who will start with the Company on July 10th, is a career restaurant professional with extensive experience in both the burger and pizza spaces.
  • "Carl brings a wealth of experience and knowledge in the restaurant space that will be valuable for our enterprise.
  • Prior to joining BurgerFi, Bachmann served as President for Smashburger, the Denver-based chain that specializes in custom burgers.

The Open Wing Alliance (OWA) Calls on Jollibee Foods Corporation to Make a Global Cage-Free Egg Commitment for All Portfolio Brands

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Tuesday, May 23, 2023
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NEW YORK, May 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Open Wing Alliance (OWA), an international coalition working to end the abuse of chickens worldwide, is calling on Jollibee Foods Corporation to make a global 100% cage-free egg commitment that includes its sub-brands Jollibee, Smashburger, Coffee Bean, and Tea Leaf, Red Ribbon, Greenwich, Chowking, and Mang Inasal.

Key Points: 
  • Jollibee Foods Corp is one of the fastest-growing restaurant companies in the world, with locations in Asia, Europe, and North America.
  • "Jollibee Foods Corporation claims it acknowledges its duty and potential to positively impact sustainability concerns in the fast food industry.
  • However, the conditions under which it sources eggs are appalling and inhumane," said Caitlin Campbell, Global Campaigns Coordinator at the Open Wing Alliance.
  • The Open Wing Alliance has seen a lot of cage-free progress in the U.S. and Europe.

Smashburger Unveils Virtual Drive-Thru Design with Opening of New Location in Houston

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Wednesday, March 29, 2023
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DENVER, March 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Smashburger, the leading fast-casual restaurant chain renowned for its smashed-to-order-burgers, today announced the launch of its first Virtual Drive-Thru located at the newest corporate-owned restaurant in Houston, Texas. An extension of the traditional drive-thru experience, the Virtual Drive-Thru allows customers to seamlessly place an order online or through the Smashburger app, then pull through the designated parking lane where their food will be delivered to the driver by a Smashburger team member. First introduced at the beginning of 2022, the Virtual Drive-Thru prototype, coupled with Smashburger's refreshed kitchen design, reinforces the brand's commitment to innovation and staying in lockstep with the increased consumer demand for convenience and accessibility.

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  • "Smashburger has always been committed to providing our customers with the best possible experience.
  • Smashburger wants to meet our customers where they want to be met, and the increased use of mobile ordering has led us to this new Virtual Drive Thru design," said Carl Bachman, President of Smashburger.
  • We are excited to partner with experienced operators to open additional Smashburger Virtual Drive-Thrus across the country."
  • Once open, the Smashburger team provides regular feedback on ways to increase sales, improve operations and monitor guest feedback.

This Week in Consumer News: 11 Stories You Need to See

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Friday, February 24, 2023
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NEW YORK, Feb. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- With thousands of press releases published each week, it can be difficult to keep up with everything on PR Newswire. To help journalists covering the consumer and retail industries stay on top of the week's most newsworthy and popular releases, here's a roundup of stories from the week that shouldn't be missed.

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  • With the limited-time Tycoon Burger and Cheesy Bacon Truffle Fries, guests are invited to experience delicious, fancy flavors in a familiar and affordable environment.
  • Inspired by self-love, the collection includes a variety of casual sleepwear pieces and intimates that encompass the wonder of dreaming.
  • In addition to these popular releases, several must-read earnings reports crossed the wire this week, including the quarterly results for eBay , Wayfair , and Etsy .
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SMASHBURGER® INTRODUCES NEW MAC & CHEESE INSPIRED BURGER NATIONWIDE

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Friday, February 17, 2023
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DENVER, Feb. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On the heels of Singles Awareness Day, Smashburger®, the better burger fast casual restaurant, is supplying comfort nationwide with its fresh new take on America's two favorite foods: burgers and mac & cheese. Starting today, the new S'mac & Cheese Burger is available for a limited time at participating locations nationwide. In honor of this launch, Smashburger is giving away a select amount of limited-edition macaroni-shaped body pillows, suitable for those needing a little extra comfort these days. Guests can visit Smashburger's Instagram page and enter for a chance to win an exclusive body pillow inspired by the dish*.

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  • Starting today, the new S'mac & Cheese Burger is available for a limited time at participating locations nationwide.
  • Guests can visit Smashburger's Instagram page and enter for a chance to win an exclusive body pillow inspired by the dish*.
  • "For this dish, we're using our proprietary smashing technique to smash the mac and cheese on the grill to create a crispy and flavorful baked cheese layer before adding it to the burger.
  • Paired with Certified Angus Beef, topped with American cheese and stacked on toasted artisan classic buns, the S'mac & Cheese Burger is set to satisfy that craving for tasty comfort.

McCormick® Releases Flavor Forecast® 23rd Edition Including Inaugural Flavor of the Year and "House of Flavor by McCormick" Experience in the Metaverse

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Tuesday, December 6, 2022
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HUNT VALLEY, Md., Dec. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, McCormick® announced the 23rd Edition of the Flavor Forecast, the brand's annual report on the latest culinary trends shaping the way millions of consumers prepare and enjoy food worldwide. Along with the trends report, the McCormick global culinary team also announced its inaugural Flavor of the Year: Vietnamese x Cajun Style Seasoning.

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  • Along with the trends report, the McCormick global culinary team also announced its inaugural Flavor of the Year: Vietnamese x Cajun Style Seasoning.
  • "With the inaugural Flavor of the Year, Vietnamese x Cajun Style Seasoning, McCormick is demonstrating the culinary masterpiece that emerges when cuisines are combined.
  • In conjunction with this year's Flavor Forecast, McCormick will be venturing into Decentraland, a blockchain-powered area of the Metaverse, to launch "House of Flavor by McCormick" on December 13th.
  • Since 2000, the McCormick Flavor Forecast has identified top trends and ingredients to discover the tastes of tomorrow.

CertaPro Painters® Appoints Adam Biedenbender as Vice President of Franchise Business Development

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Tuesday, November 29, 2022
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AUDUBON, Pa., Nov. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CertaPro Painters, North America's Most Referred Painting Company, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Adam Biedenbender as Vice President of Franchise Development.

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  • AUDUBON, Pa., Nov. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CertaPro Painters, North America's Most Referred Painting Company, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Adam Biedenbender as Vice President of Franchise Development.
  • With almost two decades working in franchising, Biedenbender has a proven record of driving lead generation and discovering new business opportunities.
  • As Vice President of Franchise Business Development, Biedenbender will use his professional background and leadership skills to drive growth in franchise expansion and resale opportunities.
  • Before joining CertaPro Painters, Biedenbender worked in franchise development for Lift Brands, where he implemented franchising and real estate strategy, lead creation, and resales programs.

IF YOU BOUGHT ANY SMASHBURGER "TRIPLE DOUBLE" HAMBURGER BETWEEN JULY 1, 2017 AND MAY 31, 2019, YOU COULD RECEIVE MONEY OR PRODUCT VOUCHERS FROM A CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT

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Wednesday, October 19, 2022
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A proposed settlement has been reached in a class action lawsuit called In Re: Smashburger IP Holder, LLC, et al, LeadCase No.

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  • A proposed settlement has been reached in a class action lawsuit called In Re: Smashburger IP Holder, LLC, et al, LeadCase No.
  • The class action lawsuit alleges that Defendants, Smashburger IP Holder LLC and Smashburger Franchising LLC ("Defendants"), misrepresented the amount of meat in their "Triple Double" hamburgers.
  • If the Settlement is approved and becomes final, the Settlement provides $2,500,000 in cash and 1.5 million product vouchers to resolve the lawsuit.
  • The full notice and important documents are available at www.burgersettlement.com or by contacting the Settlement Administrator in writing at Smashburger Settlement, c/o Kroll Settlement Administration, P.O.

Vancouverites Rejoice! Jollibee Opens Its Second Location in Vancouver, B.C. on October 20, Ready to Entice New Legions of Fans with Its Prime Spot on the Corner of Broadway & Cambie

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Tuesday, October 18, 2022
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WEST COVINA, Calif., Oct. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jollibee, the global restaurant brand best-known for its mouth-watering Jolly Crispy Chicken, Chicken Sandwiches, and wildly popular Peach Mango Pies, is excited to announce the opening of its second location in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada on Thursday, October 20, 2022. Located in the heart of the city on the high-profile corner of West Broadway and Cambie Street, the new Jollibee will be situated on the second floor of the sleek new 510 West Broadway building, just steps away from the bustling Broadway-City Hall SkyTrain Station. The brand's new home at the prominent Broadway & Cambie intersection comes on the heels of Jollibee's successful premiere in Downtown Vancouver earlier this year, which welcomed thousands of hungry and excited fans from all over the city. On a mission to become one of the world's top-five restaurant chains, Jollibee's second outpost in the Province of British Columbia marks its 25th location in Canada, with more locations on the way.

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  • If you haven't tried Jollibee, here are some of the brand's must-try menu items:
    Jolly Crispy Chicken : Jollibee's signature bone-in fried-chicken offering.
  • Jollibee Foods Corporation (JFC, also known as Jollibee Group) is one of the fastest-growing restaurant companies in the world.
  • In 2020, Gallup awarded the Jollibee Group with the Exceptional Workplace Award, making it the first Philippine-based company to receive the distinction.
  • Jollibee Group has grown brands that bring delightful dining experiences to its customers worldwide, thus spreading the joy of eating to everyone.