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A&W CEO Details Seven-Year Chicken Sandwich Journey

By Hans Lammeman

CEO Betsy Schmandt reveals why A&W’s answer to the chicken sandwich wars came seven years after the phenomenon began.

Einstein Bros. CMO Reveals Why Pumpkin Bagels Are Back

By Hans Lammeman

After seven years off the menu, Einstein Bros. Bagels reintroduced pumpkin bagels and schmears as fall LTOs nationwide. The strategy involves digital channels, catering promotions and responding to years of guest feedback. 

Restaurant AI Expert Unpacks Approach to Tech Stacks

By Hans Lammeman

Science On Call CEO Andy Freivogel shares the similarities between operators’ approaches to AI today compared to Wi-Fi 20 years ago, and how that shapes his approach to restaurant technology. 

Why 7 Brew’s Largest Franchisee Wants to Keep Pouring It On

By Laura Michaels

7 Brew expects to hit 1,000 stores by the end of the year. Brew Crew Holdings is on a growth tear of its own as it works toward 100 new locations in 2026.

Avride Arrives on U.S. Campuses After Starship Left for Grocery Delivery

By Hans Lammeman

Through a partnership with Chartwells Higher Education, Avride robots are beginning to fill the need for autonomous delivery about a month after Starship stopped U.S. campus delivery operations.

Manna CEO Explains Why Drone Firm Chose Tulsa for U.S. Hub

By Hans Lammeman

Manna executive cites friendly regulatory environment and manufacturing potential as key factors in selecting Oklahoma as the home base for U.S. expansion.

Restaurant Tech Leaders Share Hard-Earned Lessons

By Bernadette Heier

Operators delve into lessons guiding their restaurant technology decision-making process.

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