Kayla Edidin Named COO of Multi-Concept Franchisee Red Door Brands
Kayla Edidin, former Vice President of Franchise Development for Mike’s Red Tacos, has been named Chief Operating Officer of Red Door Brands. Following a record-setting 2025, during which Edidin led Mike’s Red Tacos to sell more than 200 franchises in its first year, Edidin has now been tapped to grow Red Door Brands, a Knoxville-based […]
PrimoHoagies Names Angela Coppler SVP of Development
PrimoHoagies, the award-winning Italian specialty sandwich franchise known for its authentic hoagies, premium ingredients, and 30+ year heritage, recently announced the appointment of Angela Coppler as Senior Vice President of Development. The move signals a deliberate evolution in the brand’s growth strategy, focusing on disciplined, performance-driven national scaling designed to attract sophisticated multi-unit operators and investors. […]
We Sell Restaurants Leads Charge on Boosting Women in Leadership
As more women pursue entrepreneurship and business ownership, some industries are seeing faster progress than others. In business brokerage, a field critical to helping entrepreneurs buy and sell businesses, women still represent just 17% of professionals, underscoring a long-standing gender gap. At We Sell Restaurants, that dynamic is beginning to shift. Nearly 32% of the nation’s largest restaurant brokerage franchise […]
Red Door Brands Names Kayla Edidin Chief Operating Officer
Kayla Edidin, former Vice President of Franchise Development for Mike’s Red Tacos, has been named Chief Operating Officer of Red Door Brands. Following a record-setting 2025, during which Edidin led Mike’s Red Tacos to sell more than 200 franchises in its first year, Edidin has now been tapped to grow Red Door Brands, a Knoxville-based […]
Fransmart Appoints Sara Schmillen Chief Marketing Officer
Fransmart, the global leader in franchise development, has announced the appointment of Sara Schmillen as Chief Marketing Officer. Schmillen brings more than two decades of marketing leadership experience in the restaurant and franchise industries, with a proven track record of building high-impact brands and driving measurable growth. In her new role, Schmillen will oversee the […]
Chicken Salad Chick Names Jill Thomas CMO
Chicken Salad Chick, the nation’s only fast-casual chicken salad restaurant concept, announced the appointment of Jill Thomas as Chief Marketing Officer. Thomas brings more than 20 years of experience leading brand, digital, and growth strategies across the consumer, sports, and retail sectors. In her new role, Thomas will lead all brand and marketing functions, overseeing national […]
Portillo’s Appoints Jennifer Pecoraro-Striepling Chief Development Officer
Portillo’s announced the appointment of Jennifer Pecoraro-Striepling as Chief Development Officer. In this role, Pecoraro-Striepling will lead Portillo’s restaurant development strategy, including real estate and site selection, prototype design, and construction. She will play a key role in advancing Portillo’s long-term expansion as the company continues to grow its footprint while preserving the brand’s unique […]
Mr Gatti’s Pizza Announces Reopening of Five Walmart-Based Locations
Mr Gatti’s Pizza, the fast-growing pizza and family entertainment brand, is celebrating the grand re-opening of five Walmart locations across Texas and Oklahoma with revamped dining and entertainment spaces. The upgraded stores will feature expanded buffet sections and new gaming areas, offering customers more ways to eat and play. The first four Walmart locations are […]
Scooter’s Coffee Signs 31-Unit Deal Across Southeast
Scooter’s Coffee, one of the nation’s fastest-growing drive-thru coffee franchises, announced one of the largest Multi-Store Development Agreements (MSDA) in its history. Soon you’ll be able to Scoot On Around to 31 additional Scooter’s Coffee locations across the Southeast through a new strategic partnership with Boddie-Noell Enterprises, a highly respected multi-unit operator and nation’s largest […]
White Castle Launches Kiosks to Deliver Hot Sliders Outside of Restaurants
White Castle, the beloved fast-food hamburger chain and the first to sell its Sliders in freezer aisles nationwide, announced an exclusive alliance with Automated Retail Technologies, LLC (ART) to expand access to its iconic Sliders through hot-food automated kiosks, marking a significant step in the brand’s growth beyond traditional grocery and restaurant locations. The collaboration […]
Fatburger, Buffalo’s Express, and Hot Dog on a Stick Open Tri-Branded Concept in Manteca, California
FAT (Fresh. Authentic. Tasty.) Brands Inc., parent company of Fatburger, Buffalo’s Express, Hot Dog on a Stick and 14 other restaurant concepts, announces the opening of the all-American pairing of Fatburger, Buffalo’s Express and Hot Dog on a Stick in Manteca, Calif. Conveniently located at the 2064 Crestwood Avenue travel center, the drive-thru location marks the fifth of […]
Wendy’s Opens 100th Restaurant in the Philippines
The Wendy’s Company announced the opening of its 100th Wendy’s restaurant in the Philippines. Located at Friendship Highway, Angeles City, Province of Pampanga, this new location marks a significant milestone and reinforces the brand’s long-term commitment to one of Southeast Asia’s fastest growing quick-service restaurant (QSR) markets. Owned and operated by Wenphil Corp., the 100th […]
Teriyaki Madness to Open in New Rochelle, New York
New Rochelle just got a little saucier and a lot more delicious. Teriyaki Madness (TMAD) is officially opening its doors at 20 LeCount Place on Friday, April 24, marking the Seattle-style teriyaki brand’s first Westchester County location in New Rochelle, and giving locals a new go-to for craveable, made-to-order bowls stacked high with premium proteins. To celebrate […]
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