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Four Questions with Anand Gala: Managing Partner of Gala Capital Group
Anand Gala of Gala Capital Partners shares how he evaluates franchises, supports hands-on operators, and invests in core restaurant categories for long-term growth.
News Bites – December 2024
December 2024 News Bites include inflation gap narrows, rebrands rise, Toast shifts to Uber Eats, job growth rebounds, and LA approves $30/hour wage by 2028.
Four Questions with Shannon O’Shields: VP of Marketing for Rubix Foods
Rubix Foods has its finger on the pulse of the hottest flavor trends and brings those trends to life for roughly 70% of the top
News Bites – November 2024
November 2024 News Bites include restaurant market share hits high, job growth slows, child care initiatives in Texas, overtime rule overturned, Starbucks adds delivery.
Robots in Restaurants: Front of House
Explore the pros and cons of using robots in your restaurant’s front-of-house to boost efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance the guest experience.
Restaurants Leaning into Gen Z
How restaurants can connect with Gen Z through inclusivity, simplicity, and unforgettable branded experiences.
News Bites – October 2024
October 2024 News Bites include Gen Z shifts, SpongeBob collabs, industry bankruptcies, pickleball dining, and a McDonald’s–Krispy Kreme drop.
Four Questions with Burney Jennings: Executive Chairman of Biscuitville
More than 60 years ago Burney Jennings’ father, Maurice, had a choice: He could have the family farm or his mother’s closely-guarded biscuit recipe. Maurice
Business Model Spotlight: Crumbl
Crumbl’s weekly treat drops, social buzz, and smart franchising fuel its rapid rise—offering lessons for any restaurant or brand.
