All MCA Insight articles in July 2019 – Page 13
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News
Tim Lowther appointed general manager at CKE Restaurants
Restaurant industry stalwart Tim Lowther has been appointed to head up Europe and the Russian Federation for CKE Restaurants as general manager.
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NewsNusa Kitchen launches fundraise for next two sites
Nusa Kitchen, the Singapore-style soup concept, is launching a fresh private fundraise, which aims to raise £500,000-£1m, to fund two new sites, MCA has learnt.
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NewsWells & Co to drop Apostrophe brand
The newly renamed Wells & Co has made the decision to expunge its Apostrophe brand, MCA has learnt.
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Analysis & InsightGoing Global: All gone to look for America II
In the second of a two-part column on expansion in the US, Jasper Reid looks at the possibilities for operators in the home of the brave – just don’t forget to swot up on the costs and logistical hurdles you’ll face.
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Analysis & InsightChange is afoot
This year has already seen the departure of a fair few long-standing chief executives in the eating and drinking out sector, with the news that Clive Schlee will be stepping down from his role at Pret after 16 years sure to have caused a few surprised expressions yesterday. MCA’s deputy editor Georgi Gyton looks at the legacy he will leave, and what his departure may mean for Pret. Featuring additional commentary from MCA contributing editor Peter Martin.
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NewsClive Schlee to step down as CEO of Pret
Clive Schlee is to step down as the CEO of Pret A Manger at the end of September 2019, with Pret’s chief operating officer Pano Christou appointed as his successor.
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Analysis & InsightWine glass half empty?
MCA market insight director Steve Gotham discusses why wine is losing out to other alcohol categories and suggests that lack of innovation may be to blame.
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Analysis & InsightDeltic Night Index reveals Gen Z/Millennial split on social preferences
A split has been identified in the social habits of Generation Z versus Millennials that could have major implications for how hospitality businesses attract customers in future, according to The Deltic Group’s latest Deltic Night Index.
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NewsCarluccio’s reports improvements following ‘transitional’ year
Carluccio’s said there have been visible improvements to a number of metrics over the past three months, including like-for-like sales (lfls) and advance bookings, following what it described as a “transitional year” for the company.
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NewsLoungers appoints non-exec director to the board
Loungers has appointed Robert Darwent to the company’s board of directors as a non-executive director, with immediate effect.