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Donatos Pizza CEO Announces Retirement

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星期三, 五月 1, 2024

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COLUMBUS, Ohio, May 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Donatos Pizza today announced the upcoming retirement in October of its Chief Executive Officer, Tom Krouse. Kevin King, who has served as President of Donatos Pizza for the past two years, will assume the role of CEO and President upon Krouse's retirement. This well-planned succession ensures a smooth handover and continued success for the brand, built on the strong foundation of family values.

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COLUMBUS, Ohio, May 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Donatos Pizza today announced the upcoming retirement in October of its Chief Executive Officer, Tom Krouse.
Kevin King, who has served as President of Donatos Pizza for the past two years, will assume the role of CEO and President upon Krouse's retirement.
Throughout his career, his decisions transcended strategy; they were deeply rooted in the ideals established by the founder of Donatos Pizza, Jim Grote.
Prior to rejoining Donatos Pizza as President in 2022, King solidified his expertise in the pizza industry at Papa Murphy's.

Marco's Pizza® Ignites Midwest Expansion with 15-Unit Agreement in Ohio and Indiana

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星期二, 四月 30, 2024

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TOLEDO, Ohio, April 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Marco's Pizza, one of the nation's fastest-growing pizza brands, announces a 15-unit signed development agreement, strengthening the Ohio-based company's presence across the Midwest. The agreement covers the resale of nine locations in northwest Ohio and the opening of 15 new locations in that same area and northeast Indiana.

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TOLEDO, Ohio, April 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Marco's Pizza , one of the nation's fastest-growing pizza brands, announces a 15-unit signed development agreement, strengthening the Ohio-based company's presence across the Midwest.
The agreement covers the resale of nine locations in northwest Ohio and the opening of 15 new locations in that same area and northeast Indiana.
The franchise group behind this signed agreement is a multi-unit, multi-brand group of business partners named Grube, Inc.
Other key areas of opportunity lie in capitalizing on franchise growth in the nontraditional sector alongside international expansion.

Smalls Sliders® Welcomes Donald Crocker as Chief Development Officer

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星期一, 四月 29, 2024

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ATLANTA, April 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Smalls Sliders has appointed 30-year industry veteran Donald "Don" Crocker as its new Chief Development Officer. In his new role, Crocker will spearhead all development strategy including identifying opportunities for expansion, partnership, and enhanced market penetration as the brand is focused on disciplined growth.

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ATLANTA, April 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Smalls Sliders has appointed 30-year industry veteran Donald "Don" Crocker as its new Chief Development Officer.
In his new role, Crocker will spearhead all development strategy including identifying opportunities for expansion, partnership, and enhanced market penetration as the brand is focused on disciplined growth.
Most recently, Crocker served as the Chief Development Officer for Inspire Brands where he led the development strategy for new company and franchise openings, capital reinvestment, and real property assets for the company, which has more than 32,000 restaurants worldwide.
Since its inception, Smalls Sliders has disrupted the QSR industry with its modular build, simplistic menu, and robust development pipeline.

Smalls Sliders® Welcomes Julie Hauser-Blanner as Chief Operating Officer

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星期一, 四月 22, 2024

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ATLANTA, April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Smalls Sliders has appointed industry veteran Julie Hauser-Blanner as its Chief Operating Officer. In her new role, Hauser-Blanner will oversee all aspects of the brand's daily operations, driving strategic initiatives to elevate efficiency, scalability, and overall performance.

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ATLANTA, April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Smalls Sliders has appointed industry veteran Julie Hauser-Blanner as its Chief Operating Officer.
"The opportunity to work with Smalls Sliders was one that I simply could not pass up," said Hauser-Blanner.
"I am thrilled to welcome Julie to our growing Executive Leadership team at Smalls Sliders," said Maria Rivera, CEO of Smalls Sliders.
Since its inception, Smalls Sliders has disrupted the QSR industry with its modular build, simplistic menu, and robust development pipeline.

Smalls Sliders and Pantone® Blend Culinary Creativity to Craft Smorange™

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星期四, 四月 18, 2024

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ATLANTA, April 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Smalls Sliders, dubbed one of the fastest-growing QSR brands in the industry, is continuing to disrupt the restaurant space with the official launch of its signature color, Smorange™. The introduction of Smorange marks a collaborative effort between Smalls Sliders and the Pantone Color Institute to craft a vibrant tribute to the spirit of the innovative brand that's shaking up the big burger industry.

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The introduction of Smorange marks a collaborative effort between Smalls Sliders and the Pantone Color Institute to craft a vibrant tribute to the spirit of the innovative brand that's shaking up the big burger industry.
The bright and energetic orange hue that is quickly becoming one of the brand's most recognizable assets, Smorange represents more than just a color; it embodies the energy, attitude, and character of Smalls Sliders.
"Crafting Smorange in partnership with the Pantone Color Institute was a pivotal moment in our journey as we navigate our trajectory of explosive growth," said Maria Rivera, Smalls Sliders CEO.
For more information about Smalls Sliders, Slide Thru to www.smallssliders.com .

Marco's Pizza® Boosts Its Marketing Team with Three Key Leadership Appointments

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星期三, 四月 10, 2024

TOLEDO, Ohio, April 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Marco's Pizza, one of the nation's fastest-growing pizza brands, announces the appointment of three marketing leaders as it continues to drive product innovation and enhance the customer experience. Joining the team are Ben Halliwell as senior vice president of digital marketing, Tanisha Chea as vice president of brand marketing and Kathleen Kennedy as director of culinary innovation.

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Joining the team are Ben Halliwell as senior vice president of digital marketing, Tanisha Chea as vice president of brand marketing and Kathleen Kennedy as director of culinary innovation.
After being appointed in June 2023, Chief Marketing Officer Denise Lauer hired industry experts to help drive Marco's Pizza forward through innovative products and digital marketing advancements.
As a challenger brand in the category, Lauer looks to drive continued sales growth and achieve new levels of customer engagement.
With Marco's targeting continued growth following an impressive 2023 , these additions to its leadership team help strengthen its strong development support system .

Smoothie King Announces Las Vegas Expansion, Tripling Footprint in the Market

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星期四, 三月 28, 2024

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Smoothie King , the world's largest smoothie brand and the first health and fitness fast casual brand of its kind, announced the signing of development agreements that will bring seven new locations to Las Vegas.

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Smoothie King , the world's largest smoothie brand and the first health and fitness fast casual brand of its kind, announced the signing of development agreements that will bring seven new locations to Las Vegas.
The expansion more than triples Smoothie King’s footprint in the market and is part of the larger growth path that the smoothie brand announced earlier this year, forecasting 100 new store openings in 2024.
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Smoothie King Announces Las Vegas Expansion, Tripling Footprint in the Market (Photo: Business Wire)
Smoothie King currently has three locations in the Las Vegas area, with its most recent opening occurring in 2022.
The expansion In Las Vegas is led by new franchisees Brandie and Dustin Rasmussen, who will oversee four of the new locations.

Marco's Pizza® Appoints 25-Year Industry Veteran John Meyers to Chief Operating Officer

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星期二, 四月 2, 2024

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TOLEDO, Ohio, April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Marco's Pizza, one of the nation's fastest-growing pizza brands, appoints restaurant and hospitality industry veteran, John Meyers, to Chief Operating Officer. This appointment comes at an opportune time as Marco's continues expanding its global footprint through strengthening franchisee relations, enhancing its technology infrastructure and committing to operational excellence.

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One of the Nation's Fastest-Growing Pizza Brands Strengthens Executive Bench with Strategic Expert Overseeing Operations, Technology and Supply Chain
TOLEDO, Ohio, April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Marco's Pizza , one of the nation's fastest-growing pizza brands, appoints restaurant and hospitality industry veteran, John Meyers, to Chief Operating Officer.
Meyers boasts an impressive 25-plus-year history of bringing innovation and collaboration to drive change at industry leading organizations such as Darden Restaurants and The Walt Disney Company.
An action oriented strategic thinker, Meyers has used data and analytics to strategically streamline restaurant operations and profitability.
In his new role, Meyers oversees a diverse team in several departments including technology, supply chain and operations.

Marco's Franchising Announces Mexico Expansion with 50-Unit Master Franchise Agreement

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星期二, 三月 19, 2024

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TOLEDO, Ohio, March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Marco's Franchising , one of the nation's fastest-growing pizza brand franchises, announces a 50-unit master franchise agreement marking its debut in Mexico City as international development takes center stage in 2024.

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TOLEDO, Ohio, March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Marco's Franchising , one of the nation's fastest-growing pizza brand franchises, announces a 50-unit master franchise agreement marking its debut in Mexico City as international development takes center stage in 2024.
"This is a historic moment for the Marco's brand," said Gerardo Flores, Chief Development Officer of Marco's Pizza .
"The announcement highlights our commitment to growing our international footprint, specifically in Mexico, which is one of the most vibrant QSR markets today.
For more information on Marco's Pizza franchise opportunities, visit https://www.marcos.com/franchising/ or contact Beth Heminger at [email protected] , 866-731-8209.

Mr Gatti's Projects Major Growth Ahead in 55th Anniversary Year Following Record-Breaking 2023

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星期三, 二月 28, 2024

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FORT WORTH, Texas, Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Mr Gatti's Pizza, the beloved pizza restaurant chain with a rich nostalgic history, concluded 2023 reaching new milestones by awarding 18 franchise agreements, significantly expanding its presence with more than 140 locations either open or under development. These franchise development victories, coupled with the 6% increase in same-store sales and an 8% rise in system-wide sales in 2023, have the brand at the top of its game, as it celebrates its 55th anniversary in 2024.

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"We've not only expanded our footprint but fortified our brand presence in the competitive restaurant industry," said Jim Phillips, CEO at Mr Gatti's Pizza.
The Mr Gatti's growth experienced in 2023 included expansion into key markets across the country including Opelika and Dadeville, Alabama; Fort Worth, Texas; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Waco, Texas; and Louisville, Kentucky.
Mr Gatti's Pizza is actively seeking fresh franchise partners to expand its footprint, with a focus on underserved markets throughout Texas, Tennessee and the Southeastern region.
For more information about Mr Gatti's Pizza franchise, visit gattispizzafranchise.com