PAR Technology Reintroduces Core Products With New Brand Names

September 16, 2024 ParTech, Inc. (PAR)

Through strategic acquisitions and continuous innovation, PAR has assembled a suite of products designed to help restaurant brands differentiate themselves while driving operational efficiencies. This rebranding effort underscores PAR’s commitment to creating a unified platform that supports growth, enhances guest satisfaction, and empowers restaurant operators to succeed.

Smashburger Appoints Jim Sullivan as Chief Development Officer

September 16, 2024 Smashburger

Jim Sullivan is responsible for overseeing all facets of restaurant development, including market planning, site selection and franchise sales, with a strategic focus on elevating Smashburger’s brand identity in the fast-casual space.

Seafood and Gender Equality Earns $715K to Advance the Gender Equality Dialogues

For the next three years, this funding will support implementation of the Gender Equality Dialogues (GED) where seafood executives convene to align on the issues, commit to action, and leave equipped with the tools to advance equity within their operations.

Claws and Effect: WTOP News Looks at the Murky Future of the Chesapeake Blue Crab

September 16, 2024 John Domen, WTOP News

For years now, the state of Maryland has been promoting restaurants that buy and sell Maryland crab meat. The “True Blue” program is the state’s guarantee that the crab dip you buy as an appetizer was made with crab meat taken from Maryland waters, in an effort to support the men and women who work in the state’s seafood industry.

Floral Industry Poised for Growth as Interest Rates Drop and Flower Demand Remains Strong

This positive forecast comes at a time when inflation is stabilizing in Colombia, a leading supplier of flowers to the U.S. market. Dr. Hall noted that inflation in Colombia is decreasing faster than expected, and while the Colombian peso has experienced volatility, he expects gradual stabilization.