2024’s top expanders: Dollar stores, value apparel and automotiveDollar General, Burlington, and Take 5 Oil Change remain on aggressive growth plans. Dutch Bros to open ‘at least’ 150 to 165 locations in 2024; names new senior leadersDutch Bros is continuing its aggressive expansion in 2024. Mod Pizza names new CEO as founder moves on to new role A fast-casual artisan pizza chain know for its “purpose-led, people-first” culture has tapped a restaurant and hospitality veteran as chief executive. Insomnia Cookies leverages AI to enhance customer loyalty A fast-growing late-night bakery concept seeks to elevate overall customer engagement with help from artificial intelligence (AI). TGI Fridays closing some locations; sells eight to its former CEO TGI Fridays is closing some restaurants and selling others as it looks to optimize operations and drive long-term growth. Ramadani named chief investment officer at Cullinan Properties Also moving into the mixed-use developer’s top ranks is new senior VP of leasing Ken Hinkle. Starbucks launches personal cup option at stores The Seattle-based coffee giant is now the first national chain to allow customers to bring their own personal cups when ordering in-store or in the drive-thru to help reduce waste. Kearney: Three retail predictions for early 2024 As retailers move into 2024, they should focus on liquidating inventory. Chipotle teams up for mobile challenges, rewards Chipotle Mexican Grill is partnering with a leading fitness community app to promote active lifestyles to kick off the new year. C-Suite Moves: December update Here’s a look at the major C-suite appointments that occurred during the month of December (listed in the order they were announced). First Previous 46 47 48 49 50 Next Last