National Restaurant Association Projects Industry Sales through 2030, New Distribution Center for Edward Don & Co. and Chicken Salad Chick Swaps PE Owners

November 06, 2019

November 6, 2019

Restaurant Industry Faces Significant Changes Over the Next Decade

Restaurant industry sales will reach $1.2 trillion by 2030, according to a report entitled Restaurant Industry 2030: Actionable Insights for the Future. To put this growth projection in context, restaurant industry sales will total $863 billion in 2019, per the National Restaurant Association.

Edward Don & Company Adds to Distribution Center Network

Foodservice equipment and supplies dealer Edward Don & Company opened a distribution center in Auburn, Wash.

Avanti Adds Director of Contract Operations

Matt Ratzlaff was appointed director of contract operations for Avanti Restaurant Solutions, a California-based foodservice equipment and supplies dealer.

Chicken Salad Chick Gets New Owners

Private equity firm Brentwood Associates has acquired a majority interest in restaurant chain Chicken Salad Chick from Eagle Merchant Partners.

Ike’s Love & Sandwiches Updates Executive Team

As part of a series of personnel moves to support the restaurant chain’s growth plans, Michael Goldberg was appointed CEO for Ike’s Love & Sandwiches.

This Week in Foodservice

The National Restaurant Association’s Performance Index continues to be erratic. GDP beat third quarter forecasts. Foodservice operators were hiring heavily in October.

Forbes Hever & Wallace’s Kitchen Equipment & New Technology Expo

Forbes Hever & Wallace’s Kitchen Equipment & New Technology Expo is an educational/interactive fusion foodservice show-ish for all segments of the restaurant and foodservice industry. The difference in the industry since this time last year is striking. We’ve assembled products and learning sessions to help navigate some of the changes.

Open Kitchens: The Show Goes On

Consumers’ desire for transparency and engagement keep open kitchens relevant.

McDonald’s Names New President and CEO

It’s not uncommon for leadership changes at high-profile companies such as McDonald’s to shake confidence in the organization. But initial feedback from industry analyst Morningstar has been positive to the series of leadership changes McDonald’s initiated on November 3.

Gordon Takes Over as SHFM President

The Society for Hospitality & Foodservice Management named its 2019-2020 Board of Directors. Robert Gordon, vice president of workplace services at American Express, will serve as president of SHFM.

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