The Retail Nomad explores the Automated Retail & Kiosk Innovation Show
Nick Harbaugh (aka "The Retail Nomad") takes viewers inside the recent Automated Retail & Kiosk Innovation Show in Tampa.
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How a Mooyah franchisee moved into chicken with Layne's Chicken Fingers
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
After tapping out the Madison, Wisconsin area with a burger concept, Lucas Bergeson, along with his family and a partner, brought Layne's Chicken Fingers to the area.
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Inside the Founder shift: What 2025 sparked and why 2026 is ready to ignite
In our final Founderology podcast episode of the year, Cherryh and I sat down to reflect on the moments that mattered, the shifts that shaped us and the momentum carrying us into a breakthrough 2026.
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QSR is losing its lunch to monofoods – here's what they can do about it
by George Gottl — Chief Creative Officer, Spatial Design, FutureBrand
Traditional QSRs are losing market share to specialized "monofood outlets" that excel in unique flavor, simplicity and customer experience, and must therefore adopt similar strategies to remain competitive.
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Pizza Brands to Watch in 2026
Dominating the landscape is a shift toward “experiential” and “fusion” dining, where classic pepperoni is being challenged by global flavors like Mexican-inspired toppings and Korean-style sauces. Operationally, the industry is increasingly divided between two fronts: high-tech automation and artisanal quality. We salute the class of 2025!
