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Fast Casual is now accepting nominations for its seventh annual " 20 Brands To Watch, " report, honoring brands emerging as leaders in customer experience, technology, menu trends, operations, decor or ambiance.

By Kevin Bryla, head of Customer Experience at SpotOn, reveals how operators should optimize in by year's end.

Denise Tran, founder and CEO of Bun Mee, reveals how non-traditional venues have been such a success. The Bun Mee stores in the San Francisco International Airport grossed over $4.6 million and $3.6 million in sales in 2023, respectively, but also served as a marketing strategy.

Katie Fairchild, CMO of Restaurant365, reveals eight marketing tips for LTO launches.

Scott Snyder, CEO of Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii, shares his insight on how brands can tap into the average consumer’s need for belonging; ultimately leading to customer loyalty for the long haul.

Blas Escarcega, VP of Franchise of Pollo Campero, discusses how the brand harnessed the power of tourism, to open in high-traffic, tourist-friendly areas to boost brand visibility and create memorable experiences for guests.

Having an online food ordering system is no longer just a luxury for restaurants, it’s a necessity. With the ease of use of online ordering system and the changing preferences of consumers, offering online ordering has become a crucial component of a successful restaurant business.Our guide will show you how, and explain the incredible benefits an online ordering system can bring to your business. The Importance of an Online Food Ordering System

To enter more cities in the united States, Canada-based Fresh Healthy Cafe, which has about 30 locations, has partnered with Fresh USA LLC, owned by Cape Girardeau, Missouri husband-and-wife Rick Hetzel and Cheryl Mothes. The duo owns three locations and will accelerate Fresh Healthy Cafe's U.S. franchise expansion in the coming years.

Florida-based Huey Magoo's is opening 42 franchises in Texas, Arizona and Virginia.

As consumer demand for convenience and speed continues to rise, integrating digital solutions in QSR drive-thrus presents an unprecedented opportunity to enhance operational efficiency, increase sales, and improve customer satisfaction. In addition, the growing popularity of mobile ordering and contactless transactions has further emphasized the need for digital transformation in the QSR industry.