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McLane Company Expands Restaurant Portfolio with Five New National Customers
McLane Company Inc., one of the nation’s largest distributors in the restaurant and retail industries, announced today the addition of five new restaurant brands to its growing national portfolio: Carl’s Jr., Panera Bread, Steak ‘n Shake, Subway and Wendy’s.
“These new relationships with some of the most beloved brands in America reflect the trust leading restaurant chains place in McLane,” said Susan Adzick, president of McLane Restaurant. “Whether it’s helping a national chain improve service consistency across regions or unlocking growth for a regional brand...
Subway Names Jonathan Fitzpatrick as Chief Executive Officer
Subway, one of the world's largest restaurant brands, today announced that Jonathan Fitzpatrick will join the company as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective July 28, 2025, following a comprehensive search.
With more than two decades of franchising and quick service restaurant experience, Fitzpatrick has a proven track record of elevating sales and operational performance across global networks. Most recently, he served as President and CEO of Driven Brands where he led a best-in-class team to 17 consecutive quarters of same-store sales growth...
Subway Brings Back a Tasty Offer: Get Any Footlong For $6.99
Subway® continues to serve up serious value with the return of the $6.99 any footlong promotion, perfect for fans hungry for affordability, quality and convenience. Starting February 28, guests can order any footlong sub on Subway’s menu for just $6.99* by using promo code 699FL on the Subway app or Subway.com.
Budget-conscious consumers can choose from any chef-crafted sandwich or build their own custom creation using Subway’s pantry of high-quality ingredients, including crisp vegetables, freshly sliced meats...
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