Leadership

Individuals influencing the direction of the restaurant industry

Jim Hyatt named CEO of California Pizza Kitchen

By Jonathan Maze on Jan. 22, 2018

The former Ruby Tuesday executive will take over for the retired G.J. Hart.

Roark acts quickly to right Buffalo Wild Wings

By Peter Romeo on Mar. 13, 2018

One of the wings chain's largest franchisees says the repair work is already starting, and it's delighted with what's happening.

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Restaurant Leadership Conference kicks off

By Restaurant Business Staff on Apr. 13, 2018

Get an inside look at the insights shared via Restaurant Business.

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Franchisee of the Month: Gary & Sally Myers

By Dana Tanyeri on Mar. 31, 2012

Casual steak and salad-bar chain Sizzler is on the cusp of a comeback and it’s due in part to Gary and Sally Myers, who throughout their nearly 30-year history as Sizzler franchisees have led more than they’ve followed.

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Going out on top

By Sara Rush Wirth on Sep. 08, 2014

Owner Doug Sohn is hanging up his apron (actually, it’s a t-shirt) this October after 14 years behind the counter.

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Dick Portillo: The contrarian

By Sara Rush Wirth on May 17, 2016

Average annual sales at Portillo’s, which began as a hot dog stand in a suburban Chicago parking lot, today sit at about $8.5 million per store at newer units.

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