BusinessWeek reports that Thomas H. Lee Partners LP agreed to acquire CKE Restaurants Inc., owner of the Carl’s Jr. and Hardee’s fast-food chains, for about $619 million in cash. The shares jumped the most in almost … [Read more...]
Massachusetts Bill Would Force Paid Sick Leave for Everyone
February 26, 2010 By 3 Comments
Amanda Fakhreddine of the Patriot Ledger writes that in order to stay in business in the current economic climate, Richard Meier, owner of Meier & Associates, has had to make drastic cutbacks. Now, Meier, whose … [Read more...]
Lynette McKee to Speak at the New England Franchise Association
February 26, 2010 By Leave a Comment
New faces are being drawn to franchising, but how do you make sure these escapees from corporate America, recent college grads, women who are circumventing the glass ceiling, and recent American citizens choose your … [Read more...]
Federal Court Rules Oregon Restaurant Tipping Pools OK
February 26, 2010 By Leave a Comment
The Oregonian report that a federal appeals court has ruled that restaurants can create a "tip pool" that requires servers to share a percentage of tips with kitchen staff so long as the restaurant pays more than the … [Read more...]
South River Celebrates Arrival of Dunkin’ Donuts
February 26, 2010 By Leave a Comment
The Sentinel in New Jersey reports that the town of South River celebrated the grand opening of a Dunkin’ Donuts store Feb. 12, describing it as a landmark occasion in the borough. The Dunkin’ Donuts is not … [Read more...]
What We Can Learn about Voters Based on What They Drink.
February 26, 2010 By Leave a Comment
John Zogby writes at Forbes.com a tale about coffee, tea (parties), marketing and politics. The latter two have always been kindred pursuits. Selling a candidate or a product both involve building trust, brand loyalty … [Read more...]
Tim Hortons Profit Rises, Boosts Payout
February 26, 2010 By Leave a Comment
The Canadian Press reports that Tim Hortons Inc. THI-T brewed up a bigger profit in its latest quarter and is preparing to serve up higher dividends for its shareholders. The Ontario-based restaurant company says … [Read more...]
JM Smucker Q3 beats Street, signs Green Mountain deal
February 24, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Rueters reports that J.M. Smucker Co (SJM.N) posted higher-than-expected quarterly earnings as its Folgers coffee business continued to drive improved results, and the company signed a deal to sell coffee packs for Green … [Read more...]
Independent Joe to Attend the 3-4-10 DDIFO Meeting
February 23, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Independent Joe will be attending next weeks DDIFO meeting at the Doubletree Hotel in Westboro Watch the Video Below! [flv:http://www.ddifo.org/movies/RegisterforMeeting.flv 590 332] Featured Speakers at the … [Read more...]
It’s Your Money – Keep It!
From time time DDIFO is pleased to present Guest Commentary from valued contributors. The following is an article about Fraud Detection written and submitted by Steven Schottenfeld of TraceTech Solutions , 7 … [Read more...]