Leadership

Individuals influencing the direction of the restaurant industry

Leadership

Cheesecake Factory vet takes helm of Not Your Average Joe's

Peter D'Amelio succeeds founder Steve Silverstein, who assumes operation of the concept's first store.

Leadership

The look of the new restaurateur

Out with the ‘gut feeling’ guys; bring on the number geeks.

If Marcus Luttrell had merely qualified to be a Navy SEAL, served in an Afghani hot zone or written two best-selling books, he'd have an inspiring story to tell. But the drama doesn't end there, as moviegoers are learning from the hit film based on his life, "Lone Survivor." It's the story attendees will hear from Luttrell himself at this year's Restaurant Leadership Conference.

Hazem Ouf shares a mistake turned learning experience, laughable moment and the best advice he’s been given.

Restaurant Business asked chain restaurant executives what they do every time they step off the plane to make sure these visits are valuable.

The spotlight has missed Boyd Hoback, CEO and president of Good Times Restaurants.

Mandy Shaw, former finance executive with Outback owner Bloomin’ Brands, is named CFO.

Or at least not too much. The industry needs a sometimes-annoying contrarian to keep it fresh and innovative. Let it remain the anti-fast-food brand.

The fast casual looks to jump-start its growth with updated leadership.

A new scientific discovery could be a pain for all operators. Meanwhile, colleagues continue to illustrate what not to do when situations are trying.

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