Articles by tag: Barbara Castiglia

Shake Shack Beat its Q1 Profit Expectations. The Key Was Technology, LTOs, and Efficient Operations.

Shake Shack
  Shake Shack's Q1 performance has been nothing short of spectacular, showcasing a brand that understands its market and is not afraid to innovate. The fast-food giant has Read more

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Enhancing In-Building Wireless Connectivity: Within Wireless Announces Informative Webinar Series
June 6, 2023

In an era where reliable wireless connectivity is increasingly vital, Within Wireless, powered by Corning, is pleased to unveil its latest webinar series. Designed to address the implementation of in-building wireless systems, this informative series aims to equip building owners and operators with the insights and best practices they need to enhance their wireless […]

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How to Spot Bagworms on Trees
TreeNewal’s Advice on How to Spot Bagworms on Trees
June 6, 2023

Join ISA Certified Arborist Wesley from TreeNewal as he provides a quick insight into the appearance and impact of bagworms on trees. In this informative video, Wesley showcases an eastern red cedar, which is highly attractive to these pests. Bagworms create camouflaged cocoons using materials from the tree itself, such as berries and foliage. […]

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Advanced Clean Transportation
2023 Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo, Are We There Yet?
June 5, 2023

The 2023 Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo attracted over 12,000 visitors, 2,700+ fleet operators, 275+ sponsors, exhibitors and industry partners, 200+ speakers, and featured over 145+ advanced vehicles on display.  And, it presented the perfect opportunity to ask leaders in commercial transportation: Advanced clean transportation within commercial transportation, are we there yet?  In this episode […]

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Shake Shack Beat its Q1 Profit Expectations. The Key Was Technology, LTOs, and Efficient Operations.
May 11, 2023

Shake Shack’s Q1 performance has been nothing short of spectacular, showcasing a brand that understands its market and is not afraid to innovate. The fast-food giant has returned to pre-COVID numbers, proving its resilience in the face of adversity. What can the larger QSR industry learn from Shake Shack and its business model, use […]

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QSR’s Are Struggling to Cope with Record High Food Costs While Maintaining High Quality
September 22, 2021

The chicken wing shortage from earlier this summer continues to impact the food & beverage industry, leaving suppliers and restaurants scrambling to respond. This could only be the tip of the iceberg, though, in long-term impacts to the food supply chain. Food prices are hitting record highs, and because of the compounding issues squeezing farmers, […]

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Technology is Helping Restaurants During a Labor Shortage. Do Patrons Feel the Same?
September 21, 2021

As customers, we’ve all grown accustom to using QR codes to pull up digital menus on our devices, and that doesn’t look to be going away with an emphasis on touchless experiences. Does this necessarily mean patrons are embracing all restaurant ordering alternatives, like tableside tablets for ordering and touch screen kiosks? A recent […]

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Innovating Technology Into the First Meal of the Day
August 10, 2021

Food is serious business. Now, on The Main Course, host Barbara Castiglia will invite insiders on the front lines of food to share their expertise, strategies, and forecasts for navigating the ever-changing restaurant industry.   While having a robust to-go strategy is imperative for almost all restaurants now, many full-service locations weren’t prioritizing until the pandemic. The Main […]

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Rethinking Your Restaurant’s Digital Presence
August 5, 2021

Food is serious business. Now, on The Main Course, host Barbara Castiglia will invite insiders on the front lines of food to share their expertise, strategies, and forecasts for navigating the ever-changing restaurant industry.   The restaurant industry has been through a lot in the last year-plus. Some have pivoted and grown, while others faltered. So, what was […]

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Indian Fast-Casual Brand Wants You to Eat Anywhere You Want
August 3, 2021

Food is serious business. Now, on The Main Course, host Barbara Castiglia will invite insiders on the front lines of food to share their expertise, strategies, and forecasts for navigating the ever-changing restaurant industry.   Indian cuisine concepts on a franchise level aren’t represented very well in the U.S. However, Curry Up Now is changing that dynamic. The CEO and […]

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The Journey To Own The Roy Rogers Brand
July 29, 2021

Food is serious business. Now, on The Main Course, host Barbara Castiglia will invite insiders on the front lines of food to share their expertise, strategies, and forecasts for navigating the ever-changing restaurant industry.   On this episode of The Main Course, Host Barbara Castiglia talked with Jim Plamondon, Co-President of Plamondon Companies, which specializes in hotel management […]

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How to Ensure Your Restaurant Engages with Families and Children
July 27, 2021

Food is serious business. Now, on The Main Course, host Barbara Castiglia will invite insiders on the front lines of food to share their expertise, strategies, and forecasts for navigating the ever-changing restaurant industry.   Being family-friendly is a goal for many restaurants and hospitality brands. They want to appeal to this segment of the population. Talking about […]

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What’s Next for New York City Restaurants?
July 22, 2021

Food is serious business. Now, on The Main Course, host Barbara Castiglia will invite insiders on the front lines of food to share their expertise, strategies, and forecasts for navigating the ever-changing restaurant industry.   While restaurants and other hospitality venues are now open, restaurants are still waiting for the dust to settle. With the Delta Variant […]

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