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Meet the National Restaurant Association’s New Board Members

By FER Edit

The new officers—including individuals from Areas USA, Lehigh Valley Restaurant Brands and Landmark Hospitality—will serve a one-year term.

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Captain D’s Inks First European Expansion Deal

By FER Edit

The deal will bring 20 units to the UK, with the first location opening in the London area in 2025.

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NY Rep Group Hires Alex Gent

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Gent has nearly a decade of sales experience, most recently serving as vice president of sales at Fiero Group.

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5 Questions with Jayson Tipp

By Karen M. Alley

The chief development officer of Playa Bowls talks about the 250-unit chain’s rapid growth, the beauty of automation and his beloved side gig.

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From the Editor: Setting a Strategy

By Allison Rezendes

Gain business inspiration, and read up on what FER’s staff is looking forward to in 2025.

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2025 State of the Foodservice Industry

By Christine Lafave Grace

After spending much of the past three years getting singed by a hot labor market and slogging through stickier-than-expected inflation, restaurant operators are cautiously, modestly optimistic heading into 2025, industry analysts say.

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Foodservice Operators Share 2025 Outlooks

By Lauren Coughlin

Tune in as operators share 2025 perspectives as part of FER’s annual state of the industry coverage.

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Taco Bell President Becomes KFC CEO

By FER Edit

The Yum Brands veteran will assume global responsibility for driving the brand strategy and performance of KFC.

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Publisher’s Note: Off to a Strong Start

By Randy Hano

With 2025 being a NAFEM year, a MUFES year and plenty more, it’s destined to be a good one.

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Just Salad Opens First Drive-Thru Unit

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The fast-casual brand aims to offer fresh, fast meals through an efficiently designed drive-thru.

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Thermo-Kool Names National Sales Manager

By FER Edit

The individual previously worked in the foodservice manufacturing industry and as an executive chef.

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Atosa Highlights New Development Plans

By FER Edit

The manufacturer’s new center, which will aid in product development, is set to debut in early 2026.

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