DUBLIN, Ohio — In a decisive move to arrest a prolonged period of stagnant growth and revitalise its brand identity, The Wendy’s Company has announced the appointment of Tariq Hassan to the newly established position of Chief Marketing and Customer Growth Officer. Effective immediately, Hassan—a veteran marketing executive credited with orchestrating some of the most […]

EAU CLAIRE, WI – In a move signaling a robust commitment to operational excellence and franchise expansion, Erbert & Gerbert’s, the Midwest-born sandwich powerhouse, has officially announced the appointment of Randy Ashbrook as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO). Ashbrook, a seasoned executive with a career spanning more than four decades, joins the leadership team […]

ST. LOUIS — Panera Bread, a titan of the American fast-casual dining sector, has officially announced a significant leadership transition that underscores its aggressive ambitions for the coming years. On August 13, 2026, the company confirmed that Andrew Rebhun, a seasoned marketing executive with a track record of driving growth at high-performance food brands, will […]

CHICAGO — In a move signaling a renewed focus on back-to-basics operational discipline, McDonald’s USA has announced the appointment of Patrick Gerber as its new Chief Restaurant Officer. Gerber, a 25-year veteran of the Golden Arches who began his career as a frontline crew member, is tasked with overseeing the execution of the company’s ambitious […]

In a move that signals a robust commitment to its long-term brand revitalization and "First Choice" strategy, Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc. has officially announced the appointment of industry veteran Scott Hudler as its new Chief Marketing Officer. Hudler, whose career spans over a quarter-century of high-level leadership in the restaurant and retail sectors, is […]

In a move signaling a rigorous new chapter of national expansion and financial discipline, Portillo’s (NASDAQ: PTLO), the iconic Chicago-born fast-casual powerhouse, has announced the appointment of Kevin Kalicak as its new Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer. Effective September 7, 2026, Kalicak will step into the cockpit of a brand that has successfully transitioned from […]

LAKELAND, FL — In a decisive move to reverse years of domestic contraction and revitalize its market presence, Checkers & Rally’s Drive-In Restaurants, Inc. has announced the appointment of Peter Busse as its new Chief Development Officer (CDO). Busse, a veteran of the quick-service restaurant (QSR) industry with high-level experience at Torchy’s Tacos and Yum […]

SAN ANTONIO, TX – Whataburger, the iconic Texas-based quick-service giant, has officially announced a pivotal transition in its executive suite. Ryan Moore, a seasoned veteran with over 16 years of leadership in restaurant finance, has been named the company’s next Chief Financial Officer. Moore is set to join the San Antonio-headquartered brand on July 31, […]

LONGMONT, CO — In a move signaling a major escalation in the competitive "coffee wars," Ziggi’s Coffee has officially appointed industry veteran Stacey Pool as its new Chief Growth Officer (CGO). The appointment, effective as of June 2026, comes at what the company describes as a "pivotal moment" in its decade-long franchising history. Pool, who […]

PLANO, Texas — In a move signaling a definitive shift toward operational modernization and global brand cohesion, KFC Global has announced the appointment of Maria Cacciapuoti as its new Chief Operations Officer. Cacciapuoti, a veteran of the Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) industry with over two decades of experience, steps into the role at a pivotal […]