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Scoop, There It Is! SONIC Serves Up New OREO Big Scoop Cheesecake Sundae and Blast

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Friday, March 29, 2024

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You get the latest must-have OREO® masterpieces from SONIC® Drive-In: the OREO Big ScoopTM Cheesecake Sundae and Blast.

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You get the latest must-have OREO® masterpieces from SONIC® Drive-In: the OREO Big ScoopTM Cheesecake Sundae and Blast.
View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240329529069/en/
SONIC Serves Up New OREO Big Scoop Cheesecake Sundae and Blast (Photo: Business Wire)
Creamy and oh-so delicious, the OREO Big Scoop Cheesecake Sundae and Blast are perfect for cheesecake lovers.
The OREO Big Scoop Cheesecake Sundae layers OREO cookie pieces on top of a classic vanilla soft serve base, while the blast features vanilla soft serve with cheesecake flavoring and OREO cookie pieces mixed in.
The OREO Big Scoop Cheesecake Sundae and Blast are available from April through June 2, at participating locations while supplies last.

SONIC Celebrates Upcoming Total Solar Eclipse with New Limited-Edition Blackout Slush Float

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Monday, March 18, 2024

Guests will also receive one free pair of solar eclipse viewing glasses* with every purchase of the Blackout Slush Float, while supplies last, to help safely watch the eclipse and create fun memories of this momentous occasion.

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Guests will also receive one free pair of solar eclipse viewing glasses* with every purchase of the Blackout Slush Float, while supplies last, to help safely watch the eclipse and create fun memories of this momentous occasion.
View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240318899054/en/
SONIC Celebrates Upcoming Total Solar Eclipse with New Limited-Edition Blackout Slush Float (Photo: Business Wire)
Featuring a sweet, cotton candy and dragon fruit flavored, all-black slush representing the temporary darkness from the solar eclipse and topped with creamy white soft serve and blue and purple galaxy-themed sprinkles, the Blackout Slush Float will transport fans straight to outer space.
SONIC is also partnering with former NASA astronaut, International Space Station commander and SONIC superfan, Terry Virts, to share tips on how to best enjoy the total solar eclipse.
Guests planning to view the eclipse from SONIC should get their branded eclipse viewing glasses, free with every Blackout Slush Float purchase, in advance since supply is limited.

SONIC Expands Educator Support with Sponsored Training at Famed Ron Clark Academy

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240305308659/en/

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View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240305308659/en/
SONIC Expands Educator Support with Sponsored Training at Famed Ron Clark Academy (Photo: Business Wire)
SONIC has a long history of supporting public education, and investing in teacher development plays a key role in ensuring students have a meaningful classroom experience.
The group that SONIC sponsored to attend the RCA Experience consisted of teachers and school administrators with experience levels ranging from 0-20+ years.
"We're thrilled to be able to partner with the SONIC Foundation in our shared commitment to support educators across our country!” said Ron Clark, co-founder of the Ron Clark Academy.
“Experiencing the Ron Clark Academy training would mean that my staff and I would be more equipped to better serve our students,” said Brenda Soberanes, Assistant Principal at I.N.

The Wendy's Company Names Matt Spessard Chief Information Officer

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Monday, February 26, 2024

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DUBLIN, Ohio, Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Wendy's Company (Nasdaq: WEN) announced the appointment of Matt Spessard as Chief Information Officer.

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DUBLIN, Ohio, Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Wendy's Company (Nasdaq: WEN) announced the appointment of Matt Spessard as Chief Information Officer.
Spessard will succeed Kevin Vasconi who has served as Chief Information Officer since October 2020.
Spessard has served as Senior Vice President, Global Chief Technology Officer for The Wendy's Company since August 2022.
As Chief Information Officer, Spessard will assume responsibility for all aspects of Wendy's global technology efforts, including Restaurant Technology, Data Management and Analytics, Enterprise Technology, Software Architecture and Engineering, and Information Security.

SONIC and Reba McEntire Cook Up a Love Story with REBA'S SWEETHEART MEAL, Just in Time for Valentine’s Day

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Thursday, February 8, 2024

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Drawing inspiration from Reba's cherished SONIC experience, the REBA'S SWEETHEART MEAL is a heartwarming tribute to her iconic taste.

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Drawing inspiration from Reba's cherished SONIC experience, the REBA'S SWEETHEART MEAL is a heartwarming tribute to her iconic taste.
This limited-edition Valentine's Day combo meal also includes the NEW Chocolate Covered Strawberry Shake.
We even spent our most memorable Valentine’s Day dinner at SONIC and will do the same this year.
REBA'S SWEETHEART MEAL can be ordered at participating locations nationwide, starting February 12 through March 3.

Welcome to BBQ Lovers’ Bliss! SONIC Introduces Pulled Pork BBQ Cheeseburger and Totchos

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Monday, January 29, 2024

Restaurant, Bar, Food, Beverage, Other Retail, Retail, Specialty, DonorsChoose, Barbecue, Multimedia, Friends, Cheese, SONIC, BBQ, Pulled pork, Fast food

Celebrating the best of BBQ piled on top of menu favorites, the Pulled Pork BBQ Cheeseburger, Pulled Pork BBQ Totchos, and the Pulled Pork Sandwich are available starting February 5 through March 31 at SONIC locations nationwide, though SONIC App users can get early access to these new craveable creations starting January 29.

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Celebrating the best of BBQ piled on top of menu favorites, the Pulled Pork BBQ Cheeseburger, Pulled Pork BBQ Totchos, and the Pulled Pork Sandwich are available starting February 5 through March 31 at SONIC locations nationwide, though SONIC App users can get early access to these new craveable creations starting January 29.
SONIC Introduces Pulled Pork BBQ Cheeseburger and Totchos (Photo: Business Wire)
Packed with flavor, the Pulled Pork BBQ Cheeseburger features a 100% pure beef patty topped with smoked pulled pork, signature cherrywood smoke sauce, crinkle-cut pickles and melty American cheese, all nestled within a toasted brioche bun.
Guests looking to satisfy their BBQuriousity can savor SONIC’s new take on totchos (also known as tot nachos) with Pulled Pork BBQ Totchos – crispy tots transformed into a BBQ delight, topped with tender pulled pork and cherrywood smoke sauce.
A craveable twist on SONIC’s beloved tots, they are perfect for a hearty afternoon snack or alongside the Pulled Pork BBQ Cheeseburger.

SONIC Introduces a Flavor Combo That’s Too Crazy Not to Try with New Peanut Butter and Bacon Cheeseburger and Peanut Butter and Bacon Shake

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Tuesday, January 2, 2024

Retail, Restaurant, Bar, Food, Beverage, Butter, Cheeseburger, Multimedia, SONIC, Peanut, Pickle, DonorsChoose, Cheese, Vegetable oil

For a limited time at drive-ins nationwide starting January 8, guests can experience the unique pairing of peanut butter and bacon with the new Peanut Butter Bacon SuperSONIC® Double Cheeseburger and the Peanut Butter Bacon Shake.

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For a limited time at drive-ins nationwide starting January 8, guests can experience the unique pairing of peanut butter and bacon with the new Peanut Butter Bacon SuperSONIC® Double Cheeseburger and the Peanut Butter Bacon Shake.
These flavors may sound too extreme, but don’t knock ‘em until you try ‘em!
View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240102806314/en/
SONIC Introduces a Flavor Combo That’s Too Crazy Not to Try with New Peanut Butter and Bacon Cheeseburger and Peanut Butter and Bacon Shake (Photo: Business Wire)
Bacon makes everything better, and it’s the perfect savory, crunchy complement to sweet and creamy peanut butter!
SONIC is bringing this combination fans didn’t even know they needed to its iconic cheeseburger lineup with the Peanut Butter Bacon SuperSONIC® Double Cheeseburger, with two 100% pure beef patties layered with creamy peanut butter, crispy bacon, grilled onions and melty cheese on a toasted bakery bun.

Kartoon Studios Provides Business Update for the Third Quarter of 2023

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Friday, November 17, 2023

BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., Nov. 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kartoon Studios (NYSE American:TOON) today provided a business update for the third quarter of 2023.

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Anticipates First Ever Break-Even EBITDA in Fourth Quarter of 2023, a First Since Its Launch
New CFO Brian Parisi Brings Strong Track Record from the NFL and Live Nation, Focused on Value Creation, as well as Growing Revenues and Driving Sustainable Earnings
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., Nov. 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kartoon Studios (NYSE American:TOON) today provided a business update for the third quarter of 2023.
Mainframe Studios, Kartoon Studios’ affiliated work-for-hire and original content production studio based in Vancouver, Canada, has become an integral part of our company and our future success.
During this recent quarter, we delivered our longstanding production of BARBIE to Netflix, shortly after the blockbuster success of the live Barbie movie.
As of September 30, 2023, Kartoon Studios had current assets of $61.4 million, working capital of $11.8 million, and total stockholders’ equity of $74.0 million.

QDOBA Completes Whole Business Securitization, Providing Additional Liquidity to Supercharge Growth

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023

Retail, Restaurant, Bar, Food, Beverage, Growth, Qdoba, SONIC, Butterfly, LLP, Kirkland & Ellis, Barclays

QDOBA Restaurant Corporation (“QDOBA”), the leading fast-casual Mexican restaurant franchisor and portfolio company of Butterfly Equity (“Butterfly”), today announced the closing of its inaugural $305 million whole business securitization through Qdoba Funding LLC.

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QDOBA Restaurant Corporation (“QDOBA”), the leading fast-casual Mexican restaurant franchisor and portfolio company of Butterfly Equity (“Butterfly”), today announced the closing of its inaugural $305 million whole business securitization through Qdoba Funding LLC.
The transaction optimizes QDOBA’s capital structure for ongoing growth and provides meaningful interest expense savings.
Despite industry headwinds, QDOBA was also able to achieve 6% positive systemwide same store sales growth in fiscal year 2023, ending October 1st.
“Under Butterfly's ownership, QDOBA has continued to accelerate and emerge as the leading Mexican franchisor uniquely suited for this transaction,” stated Francesco D’Arcangelo, Principal at Butterfly.

Hexaware wins Gold and Bronze in four categories at the 2023 Brandon Hall Group HCM Excellence Awards

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023

ISELIN, N.J., Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hexaware, a leading global IT services and consulting company, continues to shine in the realm of Human Capital Management (HCM), achieving top recognition for the third consecutive year. In a remarkable feat, Hexaware reaffirmed its commitment to excellence and innovation by winning the coveted Brandon Hall Group Gold and Bronze awards for excellence in:

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In a remarkable feat, Hexaware reaffirmed its commitment to excellence and innovation by winning the coveted Brandon Hall Group Gold and Bronze awards for excellence in:
The 2023 Brandon Hall Group HCM Excellence Awards™ recognizes best practices for initiatives in Learning and Development, Talent Management, Leadership Development, Talent Acquisition, Human Resources, Sales Performance, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, and the Future of Work.
Hexaware won the Human Capital Management (HCM) awards for the following entries:
Bronze for Ignite 2.0 under the Best Advance in Senior Manager Development.
These HCM programs have been validated as best in class for business value and the impact on the employees themselves," said Brandon Hall Group Chief Operating Officer Rachel Cooke, HCM Excellence Awards program leader.
Entries were evaluated by a panel of veteran, independent senior industry experts, Brandon Hall Group analysts, and executives based on these criteria:
"Our award winners are relentless in their pursuit of excellence," said Brandon Hall Group Chief Executive Officer Mike Cooke.