FOCUS Brands Announces 2015 Franchisee of the Year Award Winners
FOCUS Brands Inc., which is the franchisor and operator of more than 5,000 ice cream shoppes, bakeries, restaurants and cafes…
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Kat Cole, Group President of Focus Brands, Discusses Higher Wages
Kat Cole, Group President of Focus Brands, says “there is also a capitalist argument to be made for higher wages,”…
Focus Brands’ Group President Paul Damico Named Finalist for “Restaurateur of the Year” in Georgia Restaurant Association’s 2015 Crystal of Excellence Award
FOCUS Brands, Inc., a leading developer of global, multi-channel food service brands, announced today that Paul Damico, Group President of…
Moe’s Southwest Grill Inks 66-Unit Franchise Deal in Texas and Arizona
Leading Southwest Brand Set to Expand in the Southwest Region of the U.S. Moe’s Southwest Grill, a leader in the…
Moe’s Southwest Grill Names Dominic Losacco Vice President of Global Marketing
Moe’s Southwest Grill announced today that Dominic Losacco has been named Vice President of Global Marketing for the fast-casual restaurant…
Moe’s Southwest Grill Names Bruce Schroder as President
FOCUS Brands announced that Bruce Schroder has been named President of Moe’s Southwest Grill, the fast-casual restaurant chain best known…
Moe’s Southwest Grill Coming to Mentor!
Leading Southwest Fast-Casual Brand To Host a Friends and Family Lunch and Dinner and a Grand Opening Fundraising Day as…
Younger Diners Pose Fast-food Challenge
Most consumers will tell you they prefer fresh, tasty, healthy food over processed, greasy, assembly line fare. Millennials, though, may…
FOCUS Brands Names Steve DeSutter President and CEO
FOCUS Brands Inc. announced today that Steve DeSutter will join the company as President and Chief Executive Officer on March…
National Restaurant Association’s Kids LiveWell Initiative More than Doubles in Size
Celebrating its two-year anniversary this week, the National Restaurant Association’s groundbreaking Kids LiveWell initiative has grown to more than 41,000…
FOCUS Brands Appoints Two New Executives to International Team
FOCUS Brands Inc., the fast-growing company responsible for overseas expansion of Cinnabon, Auntie Anne’s Pretzels, Carvel Ice Cream, Moe’s Southwest…
CBS’s Hit Series “Undercover Boss” Takes Moe’s President Paul Damico Through Journey Inside Franchise Operations
Foodservice industry veteran and President of Moe’s Southwest Grill, Paul Damico, will have his personal and professional journey spotlighted this…
FOCUS Brands CEO: ‘Take risks where you know you can impact the outcome’
Sometimes college degrees are necessary in business. Sometimes they’re not. Russ Umphenour would make a good poster child for the…
Restaurant Chain Growth Report 11/27/12
Growing Concepts Concepts that have grown by at least 5% (if less than 50 units). Wichita, KS-based HOG WILD PIT…
Chipotle Voted America’s Favorite Fast-Casual Mexican Chain
In the battle of the burritos, Chipotle takes the prize, according to a national study from Market Force, a worldwide…
The Stack is Back at Moe’s Southwest Grill – For Good!
Moe’s Southwest Grill restaurants are bringing the Stack back as a permanent menu category. The Stack is two crunchy corn…
Moe’s Southwest Grill Celebrates Cheese With Free Queso Day September 20
Free Queso Day is back by popular demand at Moe’s Southwest Grill Restaurants on Thursday, September 20. The restaurant franchise…
Restaurant Industry Conference to Educate Attendees on Social Media Best Practices
Social media strategists from several major restaurants chains — including McDonald’s, Red Mango, Moe’s Southwest Grill and Firehouse Subs —…
Restaurant Chain Growth Report 5/29/12
Growing Concepts Concepts that have grown by at least 5% (if less than 50 units). Albuquerque, NM-based ANNAPURNA CHAI HOUSE…
Moe’s Southwest Grill Puts Its Own Spin on Cinco de Mayo
Moe’s Southwest Grill, the fast-casual restaurant franchise best known for its fresh, create-to-order burritos and signature “Welcome to Moe’s” greeting,…
Moe’s Southwest Grill Inks 25-Store Deal for Washington Metro Area
Moe’s Southwest Grill, the fast-growing restaurant franchise best known for its flavorful southwest fare and distinct brand culture, has signed…
Moe’s Southwest Grill to Open 50 Restaurants in Russia
Moe’s Southwest Grill, the fast-growing restaurant franchise best known for its flavorful southwest fare and distinct brand culture, has signed…
Moe’s Southwest Grill Becomes First Mexican Fast-Casual Restaurant Chain to Feature Coca-Cola Freestyle in Every New Location
Going forward, guests walking into every new Moe’s Southwest Grill will have the opportunity to enjoy drink selection at its…