Portillo’s July staffing action affected headquarters and limited field management roles. Its filing projects $1.1 million in restructuring charges and excludes restaurant team members.
SouthFair plans to operate a Shipley franchise at Malcolm’s Point, where Dallas records document a funded property-development loan and a separate proposed grant.
Dairy Queen named Phil Crawford CTO over corporate IT and restaurant technology. His mandate connects commerce strategy, franchise support and leadership succession.
Steve Cirulis takes the combined finance and strategy role as Wendy’s sets Ken Cook’s July departure and discloses the new executive’s compensation.
Domino’s planned CEO and chairman transitions create a long overlap. For franchisees, the key is clarity about who owns operating decisions.
A planned operations center costing more than $1 million pairs franchise education with a replica store kitchen, with opening expected in fall 2026.
P. Terry's profit sharing starts at 5% of operating income. Eligibility, pool size and individual payouts are separate questions.
James Walker leads franchise growth and Nolan Woods takes operations and training as WOWorks pursues new locations and co-branding across six brands.
Kevin Nemeth’s new role combines marketing and digital responsibilities with menu and pricing decisions across Church’s restaurant system.
Mark King’s immediate move into the interim CEO role retains JACK on Track while changing who must turn its priorities into operating decisions.
Jen Crichfield’s planned April 28 Dublin opening follows her 2019 Westerville debut and early Dublin ambition, alongside the brand’s wider Columbus expansion.
Bode’s promotion comes with Project Grand Slam, a 24-month plan covering food, beverages, catering, remodels, retail and digital operations.