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Yahoo
19 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Buffalo Wild Wings Renews Partnership with NCR Voyix as Partner for POS Platform
ATLANTA, July 31, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--NCR Voyix, a leading global provider of digital commerce solutions, today announced that Buffalo Wild Wings, owned by Inspire Brands, has renewed its relationship with NCR Voyix as its partner for point-of-sale (POS) platform services. The decision marks an important step in Buffalo Wild Wings' continued commitment to delivering best-in-class guest experiences, improving operational efficiency, and enabling flexibility across its nationwide network. "Buffalo Wild Wings is a dynamic and growing brand that continues to evolve how it connects with guests and drives performance at scale," said Miguel Solares, Chief Revenue Officer at NCR Voyix. "We're honored to continue our partnership with Inspire Brands and provide the enterprise-grade technology and innovation that help power Buffalo Wild Wings." "At Inspire, we're focused on building a unified, scalable technology platform that supports the unique needs of each of our brands while accelerating innovation across the portfolio," said Yasir Anwar, Chief Technology Officer at Inspire Brands. "Partnering with NCR Voyix allows us to leverage their industry expertise and flexible technology stack to support Buffalo Wild Wings as it continues to elevate the guest experience." NCR Voyix will support Buffalo Wild Wings with an integrated technology platform. For more information on NCR Voyix's award-winning restaurant solutions, visit and follow NCR Voyix on X, LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook. About NCR Voyix NCR Voyix Corporation (NYSE: VYX) is a leading global provider of digital commerce solutions for the retail and restaurant industries. NCR Voyix transforms retail stores and restaurant systems with comprehensive, platform-led SaaS and services capabilities. NCR Voyix is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, with customers in more than 35 countries across the globe. About Buffalo Wild Wings Buffalo Wild Wings, founded in 1982, is the largest sports bar brand in the United States, with more than 1,300 restaurants in nine global markets and a rapidly growing off-premise business through Buffalo Wild Wings GO. Buffalo Wild Wings is part of the Inspire Brands family of restaurants. For more information, visit and About Inspire Brands Inspire Brands is a multi-brand restaurant company whose portfolio includes more than 33,000 Arby's, Baskin-Robbins, Buffalo Wild Wings, Dunkin', Jimmy John's, and SONIC restaurant locations worldwide. The company was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. For more information, visit View source version on Contacts News Media Contact Investor Contacts Sarah Jane
Yahoo
20-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Cult-Favorite Fried Chicken Chain Acquired by Company That Owns Arby's, Subway
Cult-Favorite Fried Chicken Chain Acquired by Company That Owns Arby's, Subway originally appeared on Parade. Dave's Hot Chicken has officially been acquired by private equity firm Roark Capital for one very pretty penny. The deal comes about four months after rumors of the sale first began circulating and eight years after the popular restaurant first began serving up Nashville-style chicken as a pop-up in a Los Angeles, Calif. parking lot, as first reported by The Associated Press. Now, it hosts guests at 400 restaurants scattered across the globe and in major cities like Dubai, New York and Toronto. Roark Capital—which owns Inspire Brands (the parent company of Arby's, Baskin-Robbins, Buffalo Wild Wings, Dunkin', Jimmy Johns, and Sonic) as well as Auntie Anne's, Carvel, Cinnabon, Jamba, Moe's, Subway, among many other recognizable names—acquired the cult-favorite chain in a deal valued at $1 billion. Related:Pepsi Officially Acquires Cult-Favorite Soda Brand Before it was absorbed by the private equity firm specializing in franchised businesses, Dave's Hot Chicken was eyed by other celebrity investors, including rapper , who celebrates his Oct. 24 birthday with a hot chicken slider giveaway. The fried chicken joint's original leadership team isn't expected to shake up too much, as AP reported CEO Bill Phelps and the four childhood friends who founded the company will "continue to lead menu innovation, food quality, operations and marketing." "Our entire organization is excited about the fit between Dave's Hot Chicken and Roark," Phelps said in a statement shared with the outlet, adding that the brand is "looking forward to continuing to blow our guests' minds and unlocking growth and value for our franchise partners." In other related news, the fast-growing fast food chain has had much to celebrate in the first half of 2025, as it also opened several new restaurants in the U.S. and around the world in recent weeks, including locations in Bakersfield, Calif., Omaha, Neb., Sandy Springs, Ga., Springfield, Ore. and Pickering, Ont. Next: Cult-Favorite Fried Chicken Chain Acquired by Company That Owns Arby's, Subway first appeared on Parade on Jun 3, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Jun 3, 2025, where it first appeared. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
14-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Hilton names Christian Charnaux chief development officer
This story was originally published on Hotel Dive. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily Hotel Dive newsletter. Hilton named Christian Charnaux chief development officer, effective July 1, the company announced Thursday. Charnaux will take over from Kevin Jacobs, who was serving as president of development in addition to CFO. Jacobs will continue in his role as CFO. Charnaux rejoins Hilton after a seven-year stint as chief growth officer at Inspire Brands, which owns Arby's, Baskin-Robbins, Buffalo Wild Wings, Dunkin', Jimmy John's and Sonic. Previously, he was senior vice president of corporate finance at Hilton, where he held several executive roles over the course of nearly a decade. In his new role, Charnaux will report to Hilton President and CEO Chris Nassetta. 'Christian is joining at a time of incredible momentum for our business and will play a critical role in helping us accelerate our global growth agenda,' Nassetta said in a statement. 'With his experience and focus, we will continue building on our network effect — giving more guests even more places to stay for every stay occasion.' Development continues to be a strong point for Hilton, which approved 32,600 new rooms for development during the first quarter of this year, bringing its total pipeline to 503,400 rooms as of the end of Q1, according to an earnings report released in May. In a first-quarter earnings call last month, Nassetta said Hilton 'remains confident' that it will deliver net unit growth of from 6% to 7% for the full year 2025. At the NYU International Hospitality Investment Forum last week, Nassetta spoke about the company's global development plans, which he tied to the rise in middle-class consumers. 'When we come out in our wheelchairs in 20 years and [ask], 'All right, what did we all do?' It'll be a mid-market story. It isn't going to be that we opened thousands of luxury hotels,' Nassetta said. 'The real story is what's going on in the broader environment — growth in the middle class, more disposable income, desire for experiences.' Recommended Reading Wyndham names Amit Sripathi chief development officer Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Hospitality Net
13-06-2025
- Business
- Hospitality Net
Christian Charnaux has been appointed Executive Vice President and Chief Development Officer at Hilton
Hilton (NYSE:HLT) announced Christian Charnaux will return to the company as Executive Vice President and Chief Development Officer. He joins from Inspire Brands - the restaurant company that owns Arby's, Baskin-Robbins, Buffalo Wild Wings, Dunkin', Jimmy John's, and SONIC - where he served as Chief Growth Officer since its founding in 2018. Charnaux will start on July 1, 2025, reporting to Christopher J. Nassetta, president and CEO of Hilton, as a part of Hilton's executive committee. Kevin Jacobs will continue in the role of Chief Financial Officer. Previously at Hilton, Charnaux served in several brand management, commercial, and finance positions, including leading Hilton's Investor Relations efforts. Prior to Hilton and Inspire Brands, Charnaux was with the Boston Consulting Group where he focused on the travel and consumer product sectors. He also worked for J.P. Morgan in the Technology Coverage and Mergers & Acquisition groups. Charnaux is an alumnus of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he was a Morehead-Cain Scholar, and later received an MBA from Harvard Business School. He currently serves on the boards of ARCOP, National DCP, as Vice Chair of Georgia's Partnership for Inclusive Innovation and on the University of North Carolina Board of Visitors.
Daily Mail
02-06-2025
- Business
- Daily Mail
Jimmy John's offering an all-new menu item this summer... but only for a limited time
Jimmy John's is kicking off the summer season with its first new cookie flavor of the year. The sandwich chain debuted its Lemon Sunshine Cookie at participating locations nationwide on Monday, and the treat will be available 'all summer long.' The lemon-flavored cookie brings a 'burst of sunshine' to Jimmy John's menus and features white chocolate chips. 'Summer is all about fresh flavors and fun moments, and our Lemon Sunshine Cookie delivers on both,' said Kate Carpenter, vice president of marketing. 'It's bold, bright, and perfectly captures the sunny spirit of the season. We're excited to bring guests something new that truly tastes like summer.' Jimmy John's has grown substantially over the years in the US, and is the nation's largest owned delivery sandwich brand. With over 2,600 locations, it has shown no signs of slowing down and regularly earns more than $2 billion in annual revenue. It's also a significant competitor to Subway, the largest US sandwich chain that has closed over 1,645 locations in the past two years. While Subway has been struggling, Jimmy John's has been growing and opening locations worldwide. The sandwich chain opened its first restaurant outside the US in El Salvador last September, which its parent company, Inspire Brands, called a 'catalyst for the brand's global growth.' It entered the Asian market a month later by opening a location in Seoul, South Korea. Once its Korean eatery opened, the chain traveled back to North America and opened its first restaurant in Canada. Its newest restaurants outside the US opened earlier this month in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Renowned franchisee Galadari Food & Beverage Division is operating the Middle Eastern restaurants. 'Galadari is the ideal franchisee to bring the Jimmy John's experience to the Middle East,' said Inspire president and managing director of international Michael Haley. 'Their industry expertise, capabilities, and comprehensive understanding of the Middle East market, coupled with the strength and legacy of the Jimmy John's brand, will facilitate a successful launch and prolonged growth in the region.' Jimmy John's has yet to reveal any other potential summertime deals. However, fast food chains have begun offering new and returning items, along with limited-time deals. Sonic Drive-In fans can stop by participating locations this summer after 5pm and grab a half-price milkshake. Wendy's and Burger King are also preparing to drop major summer deals following McDonald's decision to extend its operating hours permanently. Other chains offering summer-filled items and specials include Starbucks, Dunkin', and Dairy Queen.
