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 […]

LONDON – Diageo, the global leader in premium spirits and the parent company of iconic brands such as Johnnie Walker, Guinness, and Tanqueray, has officially confirmed the appointment of Sujay Wasan as the new President of its Asia Pacific (APAC) division. The move marks a significant milestone in the aggressive corporate restructuring led by CEO […]

DALLAS, TX – In a move signaling a major push for national market share and franchise acceleration, Brooklyn Water Bagel, the Florida-based fast-casual brand famed for its scientifically replicated New York-style bagels, has officially appointed Champion as its Agency of Record (AOR). The partnership tasks the Dallas-based omnichannel powerhouse with overseeing a comprehensive suite of […]

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 […]

CHICAGO, IL — In a move signaling a major acceleration of its domestic growth and modernization efforts, McDonald’s USA has announced the appointment of Bryan Brown as its new Chief Development Officer (CDO). Effective July 14, 2026, Brown will oversee the real estate, construction, and facilities functions for the world’s largest fast-food chain in its […]

In a strategic move that signals a significant shift in the retail and restaurant landscape, Earthbound Brands has been officially appointed as the exclusive global licensing and creative representative for BRIX Holdings LLC. This partnership, announced recently at the prestigious Licensing Expo in Las Vegas, marks a pivotal moment for some of America’s most recognizable […]

NEW YORK — As the global spirits industry continues its aggressive pivot toward premiumization, New York-based Helmsman Imports has announced a multifaceted presenting role at the upcoming ninth annual New York Rum Festival & Conference. Scheduled for June 5-6, the event marks a significant homecoming for the festival, returning to Manhattan after a two-year residency […]

IRVING, TX — CEC Entertainment, the parent company of the iconic family entertainment brands Chuck E. Cheese and Peter Piper Pizza, has announced the appointment of Chris Monroe as its new Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. The move, effective immediately, marks a significant milestone in the company’s ongoing efforts to modernize its brand […]