McLane Company’s “100 Days of Summer” Showcases Innovative LTOs Built for Peak-Season C-Store Sales

McLane Company, Inc., one of the largest distributors in America and an industry-leading partner to the biggest retail and restaurant brands, today announced the launch of its “100 Days of Summer” promotional campaign, a curated selection of seasonal food and beverage offerings designed to help convenience retailers maximize summer sales opportunities.

As road trips remain the dominant form of summer travel—accounting for travel plans for more than 60% of Americans—consumer demand for fresh, convenient food...

Eckrich Serves Up the Taste of Home and Feel-Good Moments with Campaign Celebrating Bold Flavor for 

Eckrich®, the beloved brand known for its delicious smoked sausages and deli meats, unveils the latest iteration of its national campaign “The Sausage That Takes You Home.” The campaign celebrates grilling season by highlighting how Eckrich Smoked Sausage delivers ease, bold flavor and the warmth of home across everyday grilling occasions.

The campaign builds on the success of the 2025 launch of “The Sausage That Takes You Home”, continuing the brand’s focus on...

Inside QDOBA's Growth Strategy with New CMO Jon Burke

Expana recently had the chance to catch up with Jon Burke, the newly promoted Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) of QDOBA.  He offered a behind-the-scenes look at what’s next for the rapidly expanding restaurant chain. With over 825 stores across the United States and Puerto Rico and a pipeline of 600 more, QDOBA is gearing up for its first national marketing campaign. 

In the announcement about this promotion, CEO John Cywinkski said, "Jon is a trusted and respected leader who has earned this opportunity...