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McDonald’s Promotes Tabassum Zalotrawala to SVP, Global Restaurant Development and Design

Tabassum Zalotrawala has been promoted to senior vice president, global restaurant development and design at McDonald’s, expanding her leadership beyond the U.S. to oversee the company’s global restaurant strategy. Zalotrawala joined McDonald’s in 2023 as U.S. chief development officer and has been instrumental in guiding the brand through its fastest development period in history, including […]

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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 […]

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Employee Management, Fast Casual, Growth, Marketing & Promotions, News, Women in Restaurant Leadership

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 […]

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Employee Management, Fast Casual, News, Operations, Sandwiches, Women in Restaurant Leadership

Big Dave’s Cheesesteaks Hires Shawna Snyder as COO

Big Dave’s Cheesesteaks has appointed seasoned restaurant executive Shawna Snyder as Chief Operating Officer, reinforcing the brand’s commitment to disciplined expansion and operational excellence amid its recent national supply partnerships with Amoroso’s Baking Company and Philly’s Best Steak Company.  Shawna will oversee national growth strategy, operational systems, and expansion initiatives, bringing an operator-first mindset; focused […]

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Fast Casual, News, Women in Restaurant Leadership

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 […]

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Fast Food, News, Women in Restaurant Leadership

Krystal Promotes Amanda Hyde to Chief Operating Officer

Krystal announced the promotion of Amanda Hyde to Chief Operating Officer. Hyde will report directly to SPB Hospitality’s Chairman and CEO G.J. Hart and take on expanded responsibility for systemwide operations as the brand continues its growth strategy. Hyde brings more than two decades of restaurant industry experience spanning operations, brand leadership and multi-unit management. […]

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How Amanda Potts is Bringing A&W’s ‘Heart of the Hometown’ to Life

For Amanda Potts, franchising isn’t a business model—it’s personal. It’s about families building futures, operators shaping their communities, and brands that live far beyond a quarterly campaign. That’s why A&W’s structure stood out to her: a 107-year-old chain owned by its franchisees, guided by the National A&W Franchisees Association and rooted in the very towns […]

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Fast Food, News, pizza, Women in Restaurant Leadership

Pizza Guys Places Spotlight on Three Women Franchisees

Pizza Guys, a Sacramento-based pizza franchise known for fresh, high-quality food and community-first values, is celebrating its 40th anniversary and is proud to spotlight three inspiring women franchisees that have contributed to the brand since the very beginning. These women have leveraged the brand to achieve their entrepreneurial dreams while making meaningful impacts in their […]

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