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I hope that the merger will continue to stress the importance of its people--invest in them, they will invest in the business. The reality is that fast food chains all suffer from poor reputations and worker shortages. Those that care about the company's performance often have to sacrifice more than ever intended, in order to keep the business functional. This includes burnout of competent staff, competent staff working until injury and age catch up to them, and staff members that work in multiple cities, stores--even DMs--to make it work. I am grateful to Burger King for taking a chance on a disabled, out-of-shape, out-of-options worker like myself, in May, 2015. I have met some wonderful people, been guided by an awful lot of them, and even made some friends, along the way. I wish them all the luck in the world, and as a present employee, I will do my best to increase the brands' reputation. However, there are some structural problems to the industry we must solve, innovate to overcome, or we'll be slow to respond to market changes and trends. Interior seating goes mostly unfulfilled, except in restaurants with a playland, for instance. If we're 8 years into a rebuild of restaurants, and Checker's model becomes the trend, that's a waste of capital to design more inside seating in the new designs rather than focusing on innovations to kitchen equipment or utilizing the space for Doordash parking, etc. If that happens, it will not help the reputation of the company within the industry.

👑 Exciting news from Burger King as they unveil the "Royal Reset 2.0" initiative, investing an additional $300M to modernize 85-90% of U.S. locations by 2028. Energywise Solutions is proud to contribute as the national accounts vendor for lighting and controls, ensuring each BK location shines brighter than ever. 🍔💡 🎉 Building on the initial collaborations, including Burger King’s $400M in 2022 and a further $500M to reimagine over 600 Carrols-owned stores, we're thrilled to light the way to a brighter, more modern customer experience for Burger King franchisees and their customers. Our state-of-the-art LED solutions are set to elevate the BK dining and digital experience across the nation. 👀 As Burger King continues to "Reclaim the Flame," we at Energywise Solutions are excited to play a pivotal role in this transformative journey. #BurgerKing #RoyalReset #EnergywiseSolutions #LightingInnovation #Modernization #QSRIndustry #FranchiseSuccess #Investment #CustomerExperience #BurgerKing2028

The Krispy Kreme - McDonalds partnering deal is going to be a three-year brand growth masterclass in the flywheel brand growth power of physical and mental availability. For Krispy Kreme: Current 2024 Points-of Access (US): 7,775 Incremental 2026 McDonald's Points-of-Access(US): +12,000 Global longer term opportunity: + 100,000 Why is this believable? Solid Krispy Kreme mental availability platform to re-energize and re-invest some creative advertising to support that expansion. This is going to be a household penetration tsunami for the brand. (Credit to Ehrenberg-Bass Institute for physical and mental availability frameworks, cool laws and other amazing BS-busting research.) Important question for Byron Sharp Jenni Romaniuk Prof. dr. Koen Pauwels: Donuts or Doughnuts? https://lnkd.in/gHgZzXkF #Brandgrowth #mentalavailability #physicalavailability #brands #QSR

This play is becoming more and more obvious in the challenging consumer market. A week or so before earnings, give an appetizer of the initiative that will show potential in the following quarter(s). Does it work? Easy out...it depends. In this case, I can't help but believe this program has increased foot traffic for McDonald's. That said, I'm going to hypothesize the subsequent promotions from the competitive set showed McDonald's doesn't have a choice to turn it off. Good for the consumer...probably not great for the overall environment though. An accelerated deflationary environment will push companies to find profitability elsewhere. As for the promos....look out for all of McDonald's peers (including Starbucks) to speak on the success of these promos, even in the shorter term. #restaurants #consumerbehavior

Yo Quiero Taco Bell! 🌮 Remember the Taco Bell Chihuahua from the 90s? Two tacos for 99 cents – what a deal! Times have changed, and so has Diversified Restaurant Group, a Taco Bell Franchisee. Here are some key takeaways on how they're adapting to meet evolving customer needs 👇 🌮 Consumer demand is shifting rapidly. Digital accounted for only 3 to 4 percent of business 5 years ago, now it's 30 to 35 percent and growing. 🌮 Pre-COVID, 60 percent of sales were through drive-thru and 40 percent in the dining room. Now, less than 10 percent dine in. 🌮 Geographical differences matter. In California, labor costs are now $20 an hour, prompting DRG to explore automation for cost efficiency. 🌮 Technology evolves quickly. COO Todd Kelly emphasizes the need to stay ahead: "What's new today won't be new in six months." 🌮 Adapting to change, 90 percent of customers use the drive-thru, leading DRG to shift to smaller buildings, reducing costs significantly. How are you adjusting to changing consumer preferences? Let's taco 'bout it🚗 #TacoBell #ConsumerPreferences #Adaptation #Digital #CIO #CEO #CFO https://lnkd.in/e3wu7z4C

🍔 Elevating Brand Image: The McDonald's Success Story 🍟 Ever wondered why McDonald's is the first choice for quick, affordable meals? It's all about brand image! Consistency is key - from mouthwatering food to seamless service, McDonald's ensures every experience reflects its promise of value and convenience. Through strategic branding efforts, McDonald's has solidified its position as a trusted option for budget-friendly dining. Consumers know they can rely on McDonald's to satisfy their hunger without breaking the bank. In a competitive market, McDonald's stands tall, outshining rivals like Burger King and KFC with its strong brand image. The result? Unwavering belief and trust from loyal customers. Next time you crave a burger fix, remember, McDonald's isn't just a meal, it's an experience built on trust and affordability.🌟 #McDonalds #BrandImage #TrustInBrands #businessconsultant #consultant #management #brand

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I think it's important to always deal with facts. Thank you McDonald's for providing transparency during these difficult times. Reminder: Using the McDonald's app will help you save some money when you visit. Download today and start saving! #McDonalds #Transparency #Leadership

On the Border lost #CEO Lyle Tick to BJ’s Restaurants, which hired Tick as its president and chief concept officer. Tick’s move came shortly after BJ’s replaced CEO Gregory Levin with board member C. Bradford Richmond on an interim basis. Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux named Chris Porcelli as CEO, its third chief executive since January 2023. The sports bar concept has seen its average volume dip by 8% since 2021 while growing its unit count. But not all the CEO swaps heralded trouble. Red Lobster welcomed Damola Adamolekun as chief on Sept. 16 after a court approved a restructuring deal that included his appointment. This leadership change signaled the end of its Chapter 11 process and, according to Adamolekun, the beginning of a new era.  Whataburger’s executive change resembles a planned succession, rather than a hasty effort to stabilize a flailing brand. The burger chain reached 1,000 units in January under CEO Ed Nelson. Nelson will be succeeded by Debbie Stroud on Jan. 1, 2025. Starbucks, whose executive transition was the most high profile of August’s departures, will also lose the CEO of its North America division in November. That post will dissolve, the company said, but Starbucks is now looking for a global chief brand officer in its first major C-suite shakeup under new CEO Brian Niccol. The coffee chain’s sales have declined and its brand identity has been muddled by competing pressures, so the coffee giant’s new hires face an uphill battle. Starbucks Whataburger Red Lobster Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux BJ's Restaurants, Inc. Blog – Stock Market – North American - https://lnkd.in/g8jQbZRe

Companies across the food and beverage space — from Unilever to Heineken and Mondelēz — have embraced and touted their AI technologies. The technology is being used in manufacturing to help cut costs, market products and craft new items to specific consumer demand. But companies without a clear strategy for its use within their supply chain are not yet seeing results after adoption. A study released by software developer IFS in August found the expectations for what AI can accomplish within manufacturing companies are not being met when the technology is actually put into practice. The survey, consisting of responses from over 1,700 C-suite executives at manufacturing companies, found that despite continued optimism associated with the positive aspects of AI, hurdles remain before they can see a tangible benefit with cost reductions and innovations. Unilever Mondelēz International HEINEKEN Beverages     Blog – CEO Change – Food and Beverage – Restaurants and Coffee Shops - https://lnkd.in/gysMiYGH