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Unox Hires Service Director

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Armed with 20-plus years of industry experience, Eric Holder has held roles at Marcone and Marra Forni.

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Growing Burger Chain Names SVP, Chief Development Officer

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Whataburger has named Todd Ewen its new senior vice president and chief development officer, effective March 24.

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Hatco, NAFEM Aid Families in Need

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In honor of its 75th anniversary, Milwaukee-based foodservice equipment manufacturer Hatco donated $75,000 to Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin earlier this month. NAFEM matched the manufacturer’s contribution for a grand total of $150,000, which will provide nearly 600,000 meals to families in need. Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin procures food from local farmers, retailers and manufacturers, then…

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Former Ruth’s Chris CEO Gets New Gig

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Craig Miller was appointed today, March 26, as the CEO of Brio Italian Grille and Bravo! Italian Kitchen.

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Carbone Takes Over as CEO of Panera Brands

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After several months as interim CEO of Panera Brands Inc., Paul Carbone is settling in more permanently.

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Safety Organization Rolls Out PFAS-Free Certification

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Manufacturers of food equipment materials, nonfood compounds and chemicals can officially certify their products as PFAS-free under NSF’s newest guideline.

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Zaxbys Puts AI To Use in the Drive-Thru

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Atlanta-based chicken chain Zaxbys is adding AI camera timers to help modernize its off-premise operations.

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Jamba Refreshes Image, Experience in New Design

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Jamba is brightening its image, unveiling a streamlined prototype that it’s coined “Hello Sunshine.”

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Rapids Hires Business Development Lead

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Rapids & Affiliates has appointed Steve West its business development lead for the Upper Midwest market.

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Permul Ltd. President Named MAFSI Board Pres

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This week, Stephanie Perry was announced as the 64th president of MAFSI, serving a two-year term that began Feb. 26.

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Expansion Roundup: Brands Court New Markets, Franchisees

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As March Madness gets underway, select restaurant brands’ teams also are making strategic moves.

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Two Earn Promotions at Firebirds

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Steve Sturm, who has been with Firebirds Wood Fired Grill since its inception in 2000, is stepping up to serve as chief operating officer of the chain, while Andy Seiple becomes Firebirds’ corporate executive chef.

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