Twin Peaks Launches "Peaks Elite": A Strategic Evolution in Brand Ambassadorship

DALLAS, TX – Twin Peaks Restaurant, the renowned sports lodge concept known for its signature 29-degree beer and scratch-made kitchen, has officially inaugurated its "Peaks Elite" brand ambassador program. This…

CKE Restaurants Appoints Industry Veteran Alisa Gmelich to Lead Hardee’s Brand Revival

By Julie Littman Published October 8, 2026 In a move aimed at revitalizing one of America’s most recognizable quick-service restaurant (QSR) chains, CKE Restaurants—the parent company of Carl’s Jr. and…

Bojangles Transforms into "Boojangles": A Deep Dive into the Brand’s 2026 Spooky Season Strategy

The crisp autumn air has arrived, and with it, a familiar, albeit haunting, transformation is taking place across the American South and beyond. Bojangles, the iconic Charlotte-based restaurant chain known…

KFC’s Strategic Pivot: Doubling Down on Value and Convenience to Revitalize the Brand

In a rapidly shifting quick-service restaurant (QSR) landscape, Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) is undertaking a comprehensive strategic overhaul aimed at reclaiming its position as a dominant force in the global…

The Era of the Platform: Why Restaurant Portfolios are Replacing Single-Brand Strategies

The landscape of the American restaurant industry is undergoing a structural metamorphosis. For decades, the path to success was singular and linear: develop a compelling culinary concept, refine the operations,…

The Protein Pivot: Inside PepsiCo’s Massive Overhaul of the Muscle Milk Brand

In a strategic maneuver to reclaim its footing within the hyper-competitive functional beverage market, CPG titan PepsiCo has unveiled a comprehensive transformation of its Muscle Milk brand. Facing softening growth…