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SIS International Launches New Food and Restaurant Market Research Solutions and Strategy Consulting at the International Restaurant & Foodservice and Coffee Fest Shows of New York on March 3-5 at Javits Center (Booth # 2173)

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

NEW YORK, Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- SIS International, a leading market research and strategy consulting firm, announced the expansion of its consulting services in the restaurant and foodservice at the International Restaurant and Foodservice Show of New York. The company said it expanded its services and capabilities in response to the robust growth of the restaurant, food, and beverage industries. SIS will attend Coffee Fest, showcasing their global reach regarding taste testing, central location tests, global surveys, and strategic insights.

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  • SIS International, a Global Market Research and Strategy Consulting Firm, Enhances Food Taste Testing and Restaurant Operations Research, Showcasing at International Foodservice Show and Coffee Fest.
  • NEW YORK, Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- SIS International , a leading market research and strategy consulting firm, announced the expansion of its consulting services in the restaurant and foodservice at the International Restaurant and Foodservice Show of New York.
  • SIS International is expanding its capabilities in food taste tests, restaurant operations research, and equipment research.
  • "Expanding our food service, food, and beverage strategy research and consulting is a natural progression for SIS International.

SIS International Launches New Food and Restaurant Market Research Solutions and Strategy Consulting at the International Restaurant & Foodservice and Coffee Fest Shows of New York on March 3-5 at Javits Center (Booth # 2173)

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

NEW YORK, Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- SIS International, a leading market research and strategy consulting firm, announced the expansion of its consulting services in the restaurant and foodservice at the International Restaurant and Foodservice Show of New York. The company said it expanded its services and capabilities in response to the robust growth of the restaurant, food, and beverage industries. SIS will attend Coffee Fest, showcasing their global reach regarding taste testing, central location tests, global surveys, and strategic insights.

Key Points: 
  • SIS International, a Global Market Research and Strategy Consulting Firm, Enhances Food Taste Testing and Restaurant Operations Research, Showcasing at International Foodservice Show and Coffee Fest.
  • NEW YORK, Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- SIS International , a leading market research and strategy consulting firm, announced the expansion of its consulting services in the restaurant and foodservice at the International Restaurant and Foodservice Show of New York.
  • SIS International is expanding its capabilities in food taste tests, restaurant operations research, and equipment research.
  • "Expanding our food service, food, and beverage strategy research and consulting is a natural progression for SIS International.

California Pizza Kitchen Announces Board Member Jeff Warne as New CEO

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Friday, December 2, 2022

California Pizza Kitchen (CPK), the creator of California-style pizza, today announced that current Board Member Jeff Warne will be assuming the role as the brands new CEO, effective immediately.

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  • California Pizza Kitchen (CPK), the creator of California-style pizza, today announced that current Board Member Jeff Warne will be assuming the role as the brands new CEO, effective immediately.
  • Warne, who joined CPKs board in November 2020, brings more than 23 years of C-Suite experience in the restaurant industry to his new role as CEO.
  • We are thrilled to have Jeff in the CEO role at this incredible brand, said Michael ODonnell, California Pizza Kitchen Board of Directors Chairman.
  • In 1985, California Pizza Kitchen (CPK) opened its first restaurant in Beverly Hills and introduced diners to gourmet California-inspired pizza.

Focus Impact Partners, LLC and Meaningful Partners LLC announce a strategic growth investment in Skiptown

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Thursday, December 1, 2022

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Dec. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Focus Impact Partners, LLC ("Focus Impact") and Meaningful Partners LLC ("Meaningful") announced today the initial closing of a strategic growth investment in Skiptown, ('the "Company"), an innovative pet services and social experiences platform.

Key Points: 
  • CHARLOTTE, N.C., Dec. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Focus Impact Partners, LLC ("Focus Impact") and Meaningful Partners LLC ("Meaningful") announced today the initial closing of a strategic growth investment in Skiptown, ('the "Company"), an innovative pet services and social experiences platform.
  • "We are excited and grateful to be partnering with the Focus Impact and Meaningful teams.
  • Alston & Bird LLC represented Focus Impact and Buchalter represented Meaningful Partners as legal counsel in connection with the investment.
  • Skiptown customers can schedule and modify appointments, receive daily visit reports, and pay for services all through the Skiptown app.

Union Square Hospitality Group Announces Chip Wade to Succeed Founder Danny Meyer as CEO

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Monday, August 1, 2022

NEW YORK, Aug. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Union Square Hospitality Group (USHG) today announced that, effective September 6, 2022, Chip Wade, current President & COO of USHG, will become Chief Executive Officer, and will join the USHG Board of Directors. Danny Meyer, Founder and current Chief Executive Officer, will continue as Executive Chairman of USHG.

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  • Danny Meyer, Founder and current Chief Executive Officer, will continue as Executive Chairman of USHG.
  • Following business closures and a 90% reduction in staff in 2020, Chip and Danny worked together to reopen and rebuild USHG's restaurants.
  • Union Square Hospitality Group (USHG) has created some of New York's most beloved restaurants, cafes, and bars, which offer outstanding food delivered with its signature warmth and hospitality.
  • USHG offers operational and hospitality consulting via Hospitality Quotient, runs a multifaceted catering and events business, Union Square Events, and created two growth funds, Enlightened Hospitality Investments I and II.

OpenView Products Announces New Executive Leadership

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Monday, May 23, 2022

STAMFORD, Conn. and HOUSTON, May 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- OpenView Products, LLC ("OpenView"), a leading regional provider of high quality, custom vinyl windows and doors for residential and multi-family homes throughout the United States,today announced that Michael Kutay has been named President and Chief Executive Officer.

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  • STAMFORD, Conn. and HOUSTON, May 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- OpenView Products, LLC ("OpenView"), a leading regional provider of high quality, custom vinyl windows and doors for residential and multi-family homes throughout the United States,today announced that Michael Kutay has been named President and Chief Executive Officer.
  • Mr. Kutay has more than 30 years of management experience, including 20 years of executive and operational execution at national manufacturing companies, most recently as President of American Wheatley HVAC Products and Carlson Company.
  • In connection with the hiring of Mr. Kutay, OpenView Products will strategically locate its headquarters to Houston, Texas beginning with the opening of a new 130,000 sq.
  • OpenView Products, LLC, founded in 2020, is a leading regional provider of high quality, custom vinyl windows and doors for residential and multi-family homes throughout the United States.

CarOffer's Kim Jenkins Named Vice President of Consumer Operations

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Monday, April 11, 2022

ADDISON, Texas, April 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CarOffer , the fast-growing inventory acquisition innovator and part of the CarGurus network (Nasdaq: CARG), proudly announced Kim Jenkins has been named Vice President of Consumer Operations.

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  • ADDISON, Texas, April 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CarOffer , the fast-growing inventory acquisition innovator and part of the CarGurus network (Nasdaq: CARG), proudly announced Kim Jenkins has been named Vice President of Consumer Operations.
  • Jenkins has been with the organization for approximately five years and previously served as Senior Director of Training and Implementation.
  • The Consumer Operations team at CarOffer is the fastest growing department within the company due to the immediate success of CarGurus Instant Max Cash Offer, the first consumer-facing product for CarOffer.
  • Consumer Operations handles the lifecycle of the purchase of vehicles sold by consumers via the CarGurus Sell My Car site as it relates to the consumer experience.

Penn National Insurance Elects Robert J. Powell to Board of Directors

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Friday, August 13, 2021

Penn National Insurance announced today the election of Robert J. Powell to membership of the board of directors of Pennsylvania National Mutual Casualty Insurance Company (dba Penn National Insurance).

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  • Penn National Insurance announced today the election of Robert J. Powell to membership of the board of directors of Pennsylvania National Mutual Casualty Insurance Company (dba Penn National Insurance).
  • Board chair Stephen Swanson said: Mr. Powell brings extensive human resources experience to our board of directors.
  • Powell said, I am honored to bring my human resources and management skills to Penn National Insurance, a company that places human resources strategy at the heart of its corporate plans.
  • Penn National Insurance ( www.pennnationalinsurance.com ), founded in 1919, in Harrisburg, Pa., sells property-casualty insurance in 11 states, through a network of more than 1,200 independent agency operations.