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In-N-Out Burger Wins Consumer Favor in Market Force Information's New Study

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Wednesday, November 16, 2022
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ATLANTA, Nov. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In-N-Out Burger has topped the competition for best burger experience in a Quick Serve Restaurant (QSR) according to Market Force Information's new 2022 QSR / Fast Casual Study.

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  • ATLANTA, Nov. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In-N-Out Burger has topped the competition for best burger experience in a Quick Serve Restaurant (QSR) according to Market Force Information's new 2022 QSR / Fast Casual Study.
  • In-N-Out Burger tops the competition for best burger experience according to Market Force Information's new Study.
  • "This year, In-N-Out Burger ranked supreme in the burger category," says Phil Doriot, Market Force's VP of Customer Success and Analytics.
  • Market Force Information provides a robust framework for measuring and improving employee experience, operational performance, customer experience, and financial KPIs.

Market Force Information Releases New Panel Study Ranking America's Top Quick Serve Restaurants

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Thursday, November 3, 2022
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ATLANTA, Nov. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The results are in, and Americans have selected their favorite brands by participating in Market Force Information's 2022 Quick Serve Restaurant (QSR) / Fast Casual Study.

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  • ATLANTA, Nov. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The results are in, and Americans have selected their favorite brands by participating in Market Force Information's 2022 Quick Serve Restaurant (QSR) / Fast Casual Study.
  • Market Force surveyed 5,173 consumers about their most recent restaurant experience to understand which brands are consumer favorites and why.
  • Market Force Information's 2022 Quick Serve Restaurant (QSR) / Fast Casual Study ranks 53 of America's top brands.
  • Market Force Information provides a robust framework for measuring and improving employee experience, operational performance, customer experience, and financial KPIs.

Rocky Mountain High: Teriyaki Madness Targets Colorado for Continued Franchise Growth

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Tuesday, October 25, 2022
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DENVER, Oct. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- For those entrepreneurs in The Centennial State looking to make some Colora-DOUGH, today is your lucky day. Teriyaki Madness, the Seattle-style Teriyaki Shop concept, has identified the state of Colorado as a prime growth market for franchise expansion. This comes as the brand continues its impressive franchise development momentum, with nearly 100 new units sold across the country since the start of 2022.

Key Points: 
  • Teriyaki Madness, the Seattle-style Teriyaki Shop concept, has identified the state of Colorado as a prime growth market for franchise expansion.
  • "Last year was excellent for franchise development, and now, in 2022, we are proving to do even better and outpace that momentum," said Teriyaki Madness CEO Michael Haith.
  • Teriyaki Madness already features 10 open restaurants in the state of Colorado, all along the front range.
  • Qing Li Hammel is one Colorado-based Teriyaki Madness franchisee who has seen continued success since signing on with the brand.

Lever Foundation Praises Darden Restaurants for New Global Cage-Free Egg Commitment

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Monday, September 19, 2022
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ORLANDO, Fla., Sept. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Darden Restaurants, the world's largest full-service restaurant group, earned praise today from the non-profit Lever Foundation for its new global cage-free egg sourcing policy.

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  • ORLANDO, Fla., Sept. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Darden Restaurants, the world's largest full-service restaurant group, earned praise today from the non-profit Lever Foundation for its new global cage-free egg sourcing policy.
  • Darden Restaurants has already shifted to purchasing only cage-free eggs in the United States, and its new policy will see all of the company's international locations shift to sourcing only cage-free eggs by 2027.
  • "100% of all egg products purchased by Darden for use in our U.S. owned and operated restaurants are sourced from cage-free housing systems.
  • "We applaud Darden's decision to stop serving eggs from caged hens to its international guests," said Kirsty Tuxford of Lever Foundation, a U.S.-based non-profit which works with companies including Darden Restaurants on shifting toward cage-free egg sourcing in global markets.

Wingstop Names Craig Sherwood as SVP of US Development

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Thursday, September 15, 2022
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DALLAS, Sept. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Wingstop (NASDAQ: WING) today announced the appointment of Craig Sherwood as its SVP of U.S. Development.

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  • DALLAS, Sept. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Wingstop (NASDAQ: WING) today announced the appointment of Craig Sherwood as its SVP of U.S. Development.
  • Craig will lead domestic development and focus on executing Wingstop's domestic development playbook through new and existing franchisees as the brand scales its U.S. footprint.
  • "With an average unit volume of $1.6 million and our industry leading unit economics, our franchisees continue to reinvest in Wingstop and position us with a strong domestic pipeline fueling development growth for Wingstop.
  • Craig previously served as the VP of U.S. Development at Little Caesars Enterprises Inc. where he oversaw all aspects of domestic franchise development, real estate and construction.

Academy of Art University Appoints Notable Brand and Creative Specialists Doug Van Praet and Anna Villano to Director Roles of New School of Brand Communication

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Tuesday, August 23, 2022
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SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Academy of Art University today announced the appointment of notable industry specialists Doug Van Praet and Anna Villano to co-executive director roles for the newly established School of Brand Communication.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Academy of Art University today announced the appointment of notable industry specialists Doug Van Praet and Anna Villano to co-executive director roles for the newly established School of Brand Communication.
  • "We are thrilled to be welcoming these two highly accomplished experts to our Academy of Art faculty," said Dr. Elisa Stephens, President, Academy of Art University.
  • "The Academy of Art University has a rich legacy and over the years has honed a keen sense of how to equip their students to become leaders in constantly evolving creative industries," said Doug Van Praet, Executive Director for the School of Brand Communications, Academy of Art University.
  • The appointments come after the recent announcement on the launch of the Academy of Art's new School of Brand Communication.

New SONIC Chophouse Cheeseburger Raises the Bar on Burgers

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Monday, August 22, 2022
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SONIC Drive-In is bringing the elevated flavor of fine dining right to the drive-in with the new Chophouse Cheeseburger!

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  • SONIC Drive-In is bringing the elevated flavor of fine dining right to the drive-in with the new Chophouse Cheeseburger!
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220822005059/en/
    SONIC Drive-In Chophouse Cheeseburger (Photo: Business Wire)
    The Chophouse Cheeseburger features a 100% pure beef patty topped with a bold Chophouse aioli, crispy onion strings and two slices of melty American cheese, all served on a toasted brioche bun.
  • Available starting at only $4.99,** this bold cheeseburger offers SONIC guests both quality and convenience while making them feel like theyve been transported from their car to an authentic chophouse restaurant.
  • ****Get half-price SONIC Cheeseburgers on Tuesdays after 5pm when you order online or in the SONIC App as a registered user.

SONIC Brings Back Pickle Juice Slush and Big Dill Cheeseburger for a Limited Time

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Monday, August 8, 2022
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For three weeks only, SONIC Drive-In is bringing back the popular Pickle Juice Slush and the Big Dill Cheeseburger two menu items that are sure to dill-ight pickle fans everywhere!

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  • For three weeks only, SONIC Drive-In is bringing back the popular Pickle Juice Slush and the Big Dill Cheeseburger two menu items that are sure to dill-ight pickle fans everywhere!
  • The Big Dill Cheeseburger and the Pickle Juice Slush are available at participating SONIC locations from August 8 through August 28, while supplies last.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220808005028/en/
    SONIC Drive-In Pickle Juice Slush (Photo: Business Wire)
    First introduced in 2018, the Pickle Juice Slush is one of the most frequently requested menu items by SONIC fans on social media.
  • Designed to cure all pickle cravings, the Pickle Juice Slush combines the flavor of a salty dill pickle with a sweet slush for a refreshingly tart treat that tastes just like youre sipping out of the pickle jar.

86 Repairs Raises $15.2M Series A to Continue Disrupting Restaurant Repairs and Maintenance

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Tuesday, July 26, 2022
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CHICAGO, July 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Chicago-based restaurant tech company 86 Repairs today announced it raised $15.2 million in Series A funding led by Silicon Valley-based Storm Ventures with participation from Savory Fund, Lightbank, TDF Ventures, Gordon Food Service (GFS), Cleveland Avenue, MATH Venture Partners, and others. The investment will allow 86 Repairs to drive product innovation and support its nearly 3x year-over-year revenue growth.

Key Points: 
  • 86 Repairs offers restaurants and other commercial kitchen operators 24/7/365 support for on-demand repair management, preventative maintenance programs, and access to never-before-seen, data-driven insights on repair and maintenance (R&M) spend.
  • "86 Repairs is changing how restaurant operators address this long-standing pain point," says Pascale Diaine, Partner at Storm Ventures.
  • Restaurant teams are able to stay laser-focused on their customers while 86 Repairs takes repairs off their plates.
  • About 86 Repairs: 86 Repairs is the repair and maintenance management platform built for the restaurant industry.

EIGHT NEW STATES WELCOME SONIC HARD SELTZER

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Monday, July 18, 2022
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OKLAHOMA CITY, July 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SONIC™ Hard Seltzer is proud to announce that both Tropical and Citrus variety packs are now available for purchase in select retailers across the following states: Alaska, California, Maryland, New York, North Dakota, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island and Wisconsin. Ranked among the top seltzer brands across the nation, SONIC Hard Seltzer is currently distributed in 39 states across the U.S.

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  • Ranked among the top seltzer brands across the nation, SONIC Hard Seltzer is currently distributed in 39 states across the U.S.
    "The response from fans around the country has been overwhelmingly positive and sales of SONIC Hard Seltzer continue to increase every month," Sean Mossman, President of COOP Bev Works.
  • With 100 Calories and 1 gram of sugar per can, SONIC Hard Seltzer is a gluten-free seltzer with a 5% ABV.
  • SONIC Drive-In has licensed its iconic name to COOP Ale Works to create a family of hard beverage products that includes SONIC Hard Seltzer, SONIC Hard Southern Sweet Tea and SONIC Hard Slush.
  • COOP Beverage Works manufactures and markets alcoholic beverage products in the seltzer, ready-to-drink (RTD) and malt-beverage categories such as SONIC Hard Beverages (SONIC Hard Seltzer, SONIC Hard Slush and SONIC Hard Southern Sweet Tea) and future licensing partnerships.