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Local Motion at Pizza Fusion
At any given time, up to 25 percent of growing restaurant chain Pizza Fusion's inventory is locally sourced. Here's how.Carhop Culture Comes to Ruby's Diner
Ruby's Diner has unveiled a prototype of a new concept, Ruby's Five Points Drive-In, set to open at the end of March or beginning of April in Anaheim, Calif.Consumers Are Still Cutting Back
The economy is turning around, according to what one hears from economists and the White House. But according to recent research from The Harris Poll, most Americans aren't behaving as if they believe things are getting better.Fast Food Gets its Props
A majority of fast-food restaurant chains have improved consumer ratings in 2009 over 2008. According to research firm Sandelman & Associates, 69 percent of the 140 chains monitored had a higher overall “excellent” rating in 2009 than in 2008.Twitter's Growth Nothing to Tweet At
A recent survey of Fortune 500 companies shows their use of blogs, online video and podcasts continues to increase, but Twitter was the social-media channel of choice in 2009.
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Quaker Steak & Lube Names President and CEO
The Quaker Steak & Lube board of directors named John Longstreet president and CEO, effective April 1, 2010. He succeeds Ken Cole, who stepped down to focus on opening Quaker Steak franchise restaurants and other business opportunities.Sunit Saha Named President of Papa Bello Pizza
Papa Bello Enterprises is pleased to announce that the company has named Sunit Saha President of their Papa Bello Pizza concept.Smashburger Names Chairman David Prokupek as CEO
Fast-growing restaurant chain Smashburger has selected David Prokupek, its chairman, to also serve as chief executive officer. The company has also expanded its board to include three independent industry leaders.
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