Location Intelligence

It seems like a strange juxtaposition between business, but in the highly competitive world of in-vestments and customer service could you find a single company offering both taste tempting bar food and automotive paint and collision services. That’s exactly what Atticus Franchises have been doing since it began. This Atlanta-based private equity firm is focused on high return investment opportunities, with the WingStop casual restaurants and Maaco bodyshops the core of their extensive Southeastern US portfolio.

British eatery Wagamama is a company on a mission, and with core values like ‘fresh,’ ‘restless,’ ‘playful’ and ‘free,’ their goal is to spread positivity through nutritious, delicious cuisine from care-fully sourced ingredients. It’s all part of their desire to bring people and the community together. They currently have establishments in New York and Boston, but the company is looking to expand its reach in the US, hoping to leave diners refreshed and feeling better than when they walked through the doors.

Site selection technology is continuing to evolve rapidly and drive transformative change to “old school” site selection practices and methods. SiteZeus is on the cutting edge of that transformation with its location intelligence platform that is powered by the latest in AI and machine learning predictive analytics. Co-founder Keenan Baldwin recently shared his insights on what’s ahead for location intelligence.

It’s an ongoing debate between burger aficionados – flame broiled or grilled on a flat-top. Some swear by the traditional hot metal surface, while others will only savor the flavor created by fire. Burger King has long been an advocate of the former, a position that has helped the company stand out among the competition. For Partner and Franchisee Broadway Restaurant Group, there’s a de-sire to beat the competition, delight each guest, invest in people, and dream big.

Rush Bowls is unique eats. Crafted from the freshest fruit, decadent yet wholesome ingredients, and offering up to 40 grams of protein, these morning pick-me-ups offering high nutrition along with up to five servings of fruits and vegetables. Launched in Boulder, Colorado in 2004, Rush Bowl is looking to expand its mission of bringing healthy options to the masses while maintaining a high level of quality and value.

Back in 1948, it was only one of 18 such businesses in the entire United States. Founder Joe Bahm opened the original Mike’s Minit Man, and with it, Indiana’s first automated car wash. Now, 70 years later, the renamed Crew Carwash is dominating the area with attention to service and commitment to their customers. With 30 outlets, including several providing self-serve wash bays, this is a company that cares about your satisfaction, while applying the principles of safety, integrity, fun, team-work, and accountability to each and every interaction with the public.

The Tech Tribune staff has compiled the very best tech startups in Tampa, Florida. In doing our research, we considered several factors including but not limited to: revenue potential, leadership team, brand/product traction, and competitive landscape. Additionally, all companies must be independent (un-acquired), privately owned, at most 10 years old, and have received at least one round of funding in order to qualify.

It’s the guilty little pleasure we can’t deny indulging in. From a cupcake piled high with buttery frosting to warm macaroon, coated in warm chocolate , sugar sure has charms to soothe any sweet tooth. Since 1996, dessert lovers throughout New York City’s West Village have been stopping off at Magnolia Bakeryto feed their need for pastries, cakes, cookies and everything in-between. With stores stretching from Los Angeles, to Chicago, Mexico City, Seoul, and Dubai, to Riyadh, Abu Dhabi, and Kuwait City, they are making old fashioned baked goods an international sensation.

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Enjoy the 5th Edition of “Does data have a seat at your table?” focused on the addition of data from Environics Analytics, one of North America’s leading data and analytic companies. We’ll show you how to access authoritative demographic data to analyze sites, profile customers and determine sales potential.

It all comes down to data. Successful restaurants have a few obvious things in common: great food, appropriate price points and competent behind-the-scenes managers to oversee day-to-day operations. But what does it take for a successful restaurant to transform itself into a powerful national brand? Two seasoned entrepreneurs have found a powerful solution to one of the biggest challenges of the foodservice industry, and it’s simpler than you might think.

Join us Wednesday, November 8th at 2 p.m. EST for “The Newest Methods in Predictive Modeling & Sales Forecasting for Franchisors & Franchisees.” Tyler Carlson, VP of Sales, will take us through the newest methods in predictive modeling and helps you identify if you’re ready for it, or not.