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Yum Brands has a new CEO. Portillo's is expanding its breakfast test. And Starbucks is rolling out an AI chatbot.

After winning the prestigious New York Digital Award in 2024 Redefining AI returns with an electrifying Season Four!Join your host Lauren Hawker Zafer, on behalf of Squirro, the Enterprise Gen AI Platform, as we embark on another season of groundbreaking conversations.In this episode of Redefining AI, host Lauren Hawker Zafer sits down with Dr. Ja-Naé Duane and Steve Fisher.For over 20 years, behavioral scientist ⁠Dr. Ja-Naé Duane⁠ dedicated herself to one mission: Make life better for one billion people. This award-winning innovator and expert on global systems focuses on helping corporations, governments, and universities understand and develop systems of the future using emerging technology such as VR/AR, AI, and blockchain. Ja-Nae guides companies forward, helping them get out of their own way to create exponential innovation and future forecasting. She has had the pleasure of working with companies such as PWC, Saudi Aramco, Yum Brands, Samsonite, Natixis, AIG, and Deloitte. A top-rated speaker within the Singularity University community and the author of the bestseller, “The Startup Equation,” Ja-Nae is helping both startups and multinational firms identify new business models and pathways for global scale.Over the years, her work has caught the attention of The Associated Press, NPR, The Boston Globe, and BusinessWeek. Ja-Nae holds degrees from Brown University, I.E. Business School, Northeastern University, Carnegie University, Bentley University, and Boston University. Ja-Nae is a member of the Loomis Council at the Stimson Center, collaborator with the National Institute of Health, and holds appointments at Brown University and MIT's Center for Information Systems Research. ⁠Steven Fisher⁠ is a visionary futurist, innovation leader, and design strategist with over 30 years of experience driving transformational change. Passionate about reimagining business models, he leverages cutting-edge advancements—especially Generative AI—to empower organizations across industries to navigate complexity and seize future opportunities. As a leader in foresight and innovation, Steven has consistently spearheaded high-impact initiatives at renowned organizations. At McKinsey & Company, he co-founded the Futures Practice, integrating strategic foresight and speculative design to help businesses anticipate and adapt to an uncertain future. At FTI Consulting, he led the adoption of Generative AI for business model transformation, pioneering new AI-driven solutions that delivered measurable impact across industries.Beyond corporate leadership, Steven is the Managing Partner of Revolution Factory, a global innovation firm that fosters cutting-edge solutions through AI, strategic foresight, and design thinking. He also serves as Chief Futurist at the Human Frontier Institute (HFI), where he explores emerging trends, conducts research on future-oriented challenges, and mentors leaders in strategic foresight.A prolific thought leader and author, Steven co-authored the best-selling The Startup Equation (McGraw Hill, 2016) and is currently developing two new books—SuperShifts (2025) and Designing the Future (2026)—which delve into the future of business, technology, and human adaptation. He shares his insights through keynotes, industry publications, and his podcasts—the Think Forward Show and Off World Podcast—which explore the intersection of innovation, AI, and humanity's expansion beyond Earth.Committed to democratizing futures thinking, Steven believes that understanding human history and patterns of change is essential to building resilient, future-ready organizations. His expertise in Generative AI, strategic foresight, and design-led innovation enables him to help organizations anticipate challenges and seize opportunities with confidence.Follow and subscribe to Redefining AI to join us in the full episode!#ai #redefiningai #spotify #techpodcast

Could a burrito boom say more about the US economy than the bond market? Hosted by Michelle Martin — we unwrap the sizzling rise of fast-casual Mexican food in the U.S. and what it means for Yum Brands and Chipotle. SIAS calls Singapore Paincare’s privatization bid “deeply undervalued” as more firms exit the SGX, but could Chinese IPOs offer hope for the exchange? CDL sheds its South Beach stake in a billion-dollar move to cut debt — will investors bite? Weak U.S. jobs data spooks Wall Street, and CrowdStrike takes a hit after an $11B outage-linked quarter. Plus, a look at STI movers like UOL, CapitaLand Ascendas REIT, and Jardine Matheson.Yum Brands, Chipotle, Singapore Paincare, Paragon REIT, Japfa, CDL, IOI Properties, CrowdStrike, CapitaLand Ascendas REIT, Jardine Matheson, UOL, Meta are discussed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After winning the prestigious New York Digital Award in 2024 Redefining AI returns with an electrifying Season Four!Join your host Lauren Hawker Zafer, on behalf of Squirro, the Enterprise Gen AI Platform, as we embark on another season of groundbreaking conversations.In the upcoming episode of Redefining AI, host Lauren Hawker Zafer sits down with Dr. Ja-Naé Duane and Steve Fisher.For over 20 years, behavioral scientist Dr. Ja-Naé Duane dedicated herself to one mission: Make life better for one billion people. This award-winning innovator and expert on global systems focuses on helping corporations, governments, and universities understand and develop systems of the future using emerging technology such as VR/AR, AI, and blockchain. Ja-Nae guides companies forward, helping them get out of their own way to create exponential innovation and future forecasting. She has had the pleasure of working with companies such as PWC, Saudi Aramco, Yum Brands, Samsonite, Natixis, AIG, and Deloitte. A top-rated speaker within the Singularity University community and the author of the bestseller, “The Startup Equation,” Ja-Nae is helping both startups and multinational firms identify new business models and pathways for global scale.Over the years, her work has caught the attention of The Associated Press, NPR, The Boston Globe, and BusinessWeek. Ja-Nae holds degrees from Brown University, I.E. Business School, Northeastern University, Carnegie University, Bentley University, and Boston University. Ja-Nae is a member of the Loomis Council at the Stimson Center, collaborator with the National Institute of Health, and holds appointments at Brown University and MIT's Center for Information Systems Research. Steven Fisher is a visionary futurist, innovation leader, and design strategist with over 30 years of experience driving transformational change. Passionate about reimagining business models, he leverages cutting-edge advancements—especially Generative AI—to empower organizations across industries to navigate complexity and seize future opportunities. As a leader in foresight and innovation, Steven has consistently spearheaded high-impact initiatives at renowned organizations. At McKinsey & Company, he co-founded the Futures Practice, integrating strategic foresight and speculative design to help businesses anticipate and adapt to an uncertain future. At FTI Consulting, he led the adoption of Generative AI for business model transformation, pioneering new AI-driven solutions that delivered measurable impact across industries.Beyond corporate leadership, Steven is the Managing Partner of Revolution Factory, a global innovation firm that fosters cutting-edge solutions through AI, strategic foresight, and design thinking. He also serves as Chief Futurist at the Human Frontier Institute (HFI), where he explores emerging trends, conducts research on future-oriented challenges, and mentors leaders in strategic foresight.A prolific thought leader and author, Steven co-authored the best-selling The Startup Equation (McGraw Hill, 2016) and is currently developing two new books—SuperShifts (2025) and Designing the Future (2026)—which delve into the future of business, technology, and human adaptation. He shares his insights through keynotes, industry publications, and his podcasts—the Think Forward Show and Off World Podcast—which explore the intersection of innovation, AI, and humanity's expansion beyond Earth.Committed to democratizing futures thinking, Steven believes that understanding human history and patterns of change is essential to building resilient, future-ready organizations. His expertise in Generative AI, strategic foresight, and design-led innovation enables him to help organizations anticipate challenges and seize opportunities with confidence.Follow and subscribe to Redefining AI to join us in the full episode!#ai #redefiningai #spotify #techpodcast

Yum Brands, with tens of thousands of restaurants, sees itself as a growth company. Shake Shack is getting into the loyalty game. And get ready for a fast-food value war this summer.

In der heutigen Folge sprechen die Finanzjournalisten Christoph Kapalschinski und Nando Sommerfeldt über Raumfahrt-Fantasie, Kritik an VW-Chef Blume und die Bundesliga. Außerdem geht es um Wingstop, McDonald's, Yum Brands, Chipotle, Volkswagen, Borussia Dortmund, Applied Materials, Estée Lauder Virgin Galactic und Porsche. Der Gastbeitrag zum Beamtentum: https://www.welt.de/debatte/plus256111278/Beamtentum-Unkuendbar-unflexibel-ueberprivilegiert.html Wir freuen uns an Feedback über aaa@welt.de. Noch mehr "Alles auf Aktien" findet Ihr bei WELTplus und Apple Podcasts – inklusive aller Artikel der Hosts und AAA-Newsletter.[ Hier bei WELT.](https://www.welt.de/podcasts/alles-auf-aktien/plus247399208/Boersen-Podcast-AAA-Bonus-Folgen-Jede-Woche-noch-mehr-Antworten-auf-Eure-Boersen-Fragen.html.) [Hier] (https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6zxjyJpTMunyYCY6F7vHK1?si=8f6cTnkEQnmSrlMU8Vo6uQ) findest Du die Samstagsfolgen Klassiker-Playlist auf Spotify! Disclaimer: Die im Podcast besprochenen Aktien und Fonds stellen keine spezifischen Kauf- oder Anlage-Empfehlungen dar. Die Moderatoren und der Verlag haften nicht für etwaige Verluste, die aufgrund der Umsetzung der Gedanken oder Ideen entstehen. Hörtipps: Für alle, die noch mehr wissen wollen: Holger Zschäpitz können Sie jede Woche im Finanz- und Wirtschaftspodcast "Deffner&Zschäpitz" hören. Außerdem bei WELT: Im werktäglichen Podcast „Das bringt der Tag“ geben wir Ihnen im Gespräch mit WELT-Experten die wichtigsten Hintergrundinformationen zu einem politischen Top-Thema des Tages. +++ Werbung +++ Du möchtest mehr über unsere Werbepartner erfahren? [**Hier findest du alle Infos & Rabatte!**](https://linktr.ee/alles_auf_aktien) Impressum: https://www.welt.de/services/article7893735/Impressum.html Datenschutz: https://www.welt.de/services/article157550705/Datenschutzerklaerung-WELT-DIGITAL.html

This week on Toilet Radio: We're at the Pizza Hut. We're at the Taco Bell. We're at the combination Pizza Hut/Taco Bell. Join us as we get way deep into the weeds of Taco Bell's "Feed the Beat" marketing campaign. For years now, the ubiquitous fast food taco chain has been giving little bands a pile of $5 gift cards in exchange for their cultural cache. Is it cynical? You bet! Also on this episode: Matt Barlow is 100% going to re-join Iced Earth, Rob Halford is double-booked on the night of Ozzy's final show, and Attack Attack are threatening to release new music. Folks, it's an episode. Music featured on this show: Lunar Blood – Survivalist Want more Toilet Radio? Get hundreds of hours of exclusive content and access to the TovH Discord over at the Toilet ov Hell Patreon. This program is available on Spotify. It is also available on iTunes or whatever they call it now, where you can rate, review, and subscribe. Give us money on Patreon to get exclusive bonus episodes and other cool shit.

Today in AI is a daily recap of the latest news and developments in the AI industry. See your story and want to be featured in an upcoming episode? Reach out at tonyphoang.com Nvidia's CEO Jensen Huang emphasized the intense AI competition between the U.S. and China, highlighting Huawei's capabilities and the narrow lead held by the U.S. Amidst rising tensions and new export restrictions on AI chips, Nvidia is shifting its manufacturing to the U.S., a move that could reshape the global semiconductor industry and intensify the tech rivalry. This decision is influenced by broader geopolitical dynamics affecting the AI sector. Epic Systems has significantly increased its hospital market share in 2024, adding 176 facilities and 29,399 beds, while Oracle lost 74 sites and 17,232 beds. Epic's growth is driven by continuous investment in advanced technologies, strategic partnerships, and AI-driven solutions, solidifying its leadership in the healthcare technology sector. This expansion highlights the critical role of AI in enhancing healthcare services and operational efficiency. Meta Platforms has launched a standalone AI application using its Llama 4 AI system, integrating it with Facebook and Instagram to enhance user experience through personalized interactions. This open-source approach challenges competitors like Open AI and raises significant social implications, including issues of authenticity, trust, creativity, privacy, and job displacement. The initiative underscores the transformative potential and ethical considerations of AI in social media. Yum Brands CEO David Gibbs discussed the minimal impact of tariffs on their localized supply chain, the mixed performance of their franchises, and the promising integration of AI technology through a partnership with Nvidia to enhance operations and customer experience. The implementation of voice AI in Taco Bell drive-thrus has notably improved efficiency and customer satisfaction, positioning Yum Brands as a leader in the fast-food industry's digital transformation. This reflects the growing adoption of AI to streamline operations and improve customer interactions. Conservative activist Robby Starbuck has filed a defamation lawsuit against Meta Platforms Inc., claiming the company's AI chatbot falsely implicated him in the January 6 Capitol riot, highlighting broader concerns about AI-generated misinformation and content moderation. The lawsuit, seeking over $5 million in damages, underscores the growing legal and ethical challenges tech companies face in ensuring the accuracy and accountability of their AI systems. This case exemplifies the potential risks and responsibilities associated with AI deployment.

On this week's Extra Serving, NRN editor in chief Sam Oches and executive editor Alicia Kelso recap the week in Q1 earnings reports, which saw results from companies like Yum Brands, Brinker, McDonald's, Starbucks, and Wendy's. They start with the bad: Many chains, including McDonald's, Wendy's, and Starbucks, experienced negative sales and traffic as consumers tightened their belts in a shaky economy. In particular, McDonald's reported that it was losing not just low-income consumers, but also middle-income consumers as well. Sam and Alicia talk about this fact and why it could be a major warning sign to the entire industry. Then they talk about the good: Chili's continued to crush (31.6% comp sales growth) while Taco Bell similarly had smooth sailing with 9% sales growth. How do these companies continue to flourish while so many others suffer? Sam and Alicia debate. Finally, managing editor Leigh Anne Zinsmeister joins for this week's extra serving to talk about Culver's hiring of new CEO Julie Fussner and how restaurants can develop a stronger talent pipeline with more female representation. For more on these stories: McDonald's experiences its largest sales decline since the pandemicWendy's executives see consumer pressure persisting through yearChili's continues to streamline operations as volumes increaseTaco Bell is on a roll with a 9% same-store sales increase in Q1

Joe Park, Chief Digital and Technology Officer at Yum! Brands, shares how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing the fast food industry. In this exclusive conversation, he discusses Byte by Yum, the company's cutting-edge AI restaurant platform, and explains how a strategic partnership with Nvidia is driving rapid innovation. Park also addresses a key question: Will AI replace restaurant workers? He offers insight into how Yum! is balancing technology without losing the human touch. With digital sales skyrocketing post-COVID, Park says Yum! now operates more like an e-commerce company than a traditional brick-and-mortar chain, making AI a critical part of its future.The content of the video is for general and informational purposes only. All views presented in this show reflect the opinions of the guest and the host. You should not take a mention of any asset, be it cryptocurrency or a publicly traded security as a recommendation to buy, sell or hold that cryptocurrency or security. Guests and hosts are not affiliated with or endorsed by Public Holdings or its subsidiaries. You should make your own financial and investment decisions or consult respective professionals. Full disclosures are in the channel description. Learn more at Public.com/disclosures.Past performance is not a guarantee of future results. There is a possibility of loss with any investment. Historical or hypothetical performance results, if mentioned, are presented for illustrative purposes only. Do not infer or assume that any securities, sectors or markets described in the videos were or will be profitable. Any statements of future expectations and other forward-looking statements are strictly based on the current views, opinion, or assumptions of the person presenting them, and should not be taken as an indicator of performance nor should be relied upon as an investment advice.

Food, people, and planet—these are the three north stars that help Yum! Brands —a 2025 recipient of the Corporate Responsibility Awards—focus its sustainability efforts across water use, energy, packaging, and more. What lessons can other businesses learn from the sustainability success of this multinational company?     Join Steve Odland and guest Jon Hixson, chief sustainability officer at Yum! Brands, to find out why your sustainability strategy requires north stars,how the company wins buy-in from franchisees, and what advice he gives to up-and-coming sustainability leaders.    The 2025 Corporate Responsibility Awards, taking place on April 23, celebrates organizations that have moved beyond public commitments to fully integrate responsible business practices into their core strategies, driving measurable, positive impacts on their organizations, stakeholders, and society.    (01:54) Defining Sustainability in the Food Industry  (05:06) Key Trends in Corporate Sustainability  (06:46) Yum! Brands' Strategy: People, Food, and Planet  (10:49) Global Operations and Supply Chain Challenges  (18:50) Leveraging Technology for Sustainability  (21:49) Franchisee Engagement and Regulatory Challenges  (25:35) Future Priorities and Advice for Sustainability Leaders      For more from The Conference Board:  2025 Corporate Responsibility Summit  2025 Corporate Responsibility Awards Dinner  Organizing for Success in Corporate Sustainability 2.0 

On this week's Extra Serving, NRN editor in chief Sam Oches and executive editor Alicia Kelso discuss Hooters' bankruptcy filing and the fact that it would be entirely franchised moving into the future — with leadership from the original founders. What can Hooters due to become relevant to the U.S. customer again? Then they discuss Yum Brands' announcement that CEO David Gibbs would retire in 2026, opening up a coveted position at the largest restaurant company in the world. That leads into a conversation about the tariffs that President Trump has put in place on global trade partners, which will undoubtedly have an effect on restaurant companies. And in this week's extra serving, senior food and beverage editor Bret Thorn joins to talk about Technomic's updated Ignite data, which reveals performance among the biggest chains in America in 2024. Finally, we share an excerpt of an interview between Bret and three powerhouse leaders at Shake Shack — CFO Katie Fogertey, COO Stephanie Sentell, and chief growth officer Steph So — as a preview to this year's Power List, which has the theme Women in Foodservice. For more on these stories: Hooters files for Chapter 11 bankruptcyYum Brands CEO David Gibbs will retire in early 2026The restaurant industry responds to President Trump's sweeping new tariffs

Yum! Brands, the parent company behind Taco Bell, Pizza Hut and KFC recently announced a partnership with AI chipmaker Nvidia. So why would these two industry giants work together and will we see AI everywhere in fast food? Kristen Hawley joins us to break down her story: https://www.fastcompany.com/91306922/what-does-fast-food-want-with-nvidia  Plus: Microsoft turns 50 and Subway launched $5 foot-long Doritos. Join our hosts Jon Weigell and Kristen Hawley as they take you through our most interesting stories of the day. Got an awesome business idea but don't have the $$$ to get it off the ground? Pitch us your idea HERE and you can win $5000 to fund it! Get our Side Hustle Ideas Database: https://clickhubspot.com/thds Follow us on social media: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thehustle.co Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehustledaily/ Thank You For Listening to The Hustle Daily Show. Don't forget to hit Subscribe or Follow us on Apple Podcasts so you never miss an episode! If you want this news delivered to your inbox, join millions of others and sign up for The Hustle Daily newsletter, here: https://thehustle.co/email/  Plus! Your engagement matters to us. If you are a fan of the show, be sure to leave us a 5-Star Review on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hustle-daily-show/id1606449047 (and share your favorite episodes with your friends, clients, and colleagues).

Today in AI is a daily recap of the latest news and developments in the AI industry. See your story and want to be featured in an upcoming episode? Reach out at tonyphoang.com Chef Robotics is addressing labor shortages in the food service industry by using AI-powered robots specialized in meal assembly. These robots are adept at managing the complexities and variability associated with food items, thereby boosting efficiency and ensuring safety in food processing environments. With substantial funding, the startup is enhancing its operations and compiling a vast training data repository through advanced AI and machine learning techniques. AI technology has proven crucial in disaster management, notably demonstrated during the 7.7 magnitude earthquake in Mandalay, Myanmar. With the aid of satellite imagery and customized AI models, rapid and precise damage assessments were possible, which enabled relief organizations to effectively prioritize aid distribution and streamline their operations. This scenario exemplifies the potent influence of AI in enhancing the responsiveness and efficiency of disaster relief efforts. Under the leadership of David Gibbs, Yum Brands has seen significant technological advancements, including a collaboration with Nvidia to bolster AI-driven operations. Despite challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic, Gibbs has steered the company towards digital transformation and global expansion. As he approaches retirement in early 2026, the impact of AI on Yum Brands' growth in digital sales and operational efficiencies continues to be of great importance. The AI industry is increasingly focusing on practical applications that meet real-world needs rather than just developing AI models. Leading this shift are companies like Perplexity, Replit, Sesame, and Abridge, emphasizing the importance of application-driven solutions across various fields such as healthcare, software development, and search engines. As AI models become commoditized, the value of implementing them in practical, benefit-driven applications is becoming more pronounced. Amazon's latest AI model, Nova Act, is aimed at automating web browser operations and executing complex tasks independently. Led by Swami Sivasubramanian, this innovation is crafted to elevate user experiences and boost operational efficiency. By embedding sophisticated AI functionalities within its services, Amazon positions itself as a formidable competitor in the AI market. Klarna is gearing up for a major IPO in New York under the leadership of CEO Sebastian Siemiatkowski, leveraging AI to refine operations and increase profitability. Despite facing market uncertainties and regulatory challenges, the company's collaboration with DoorDash and its strategic pivot towards AI highlight its forward-thinking approach. Nevertheless, it must address potential issues like job displacement and the rise in consumer debt associated with its advancements.

Send us a textThis week on The Digital Restaurant, Carl is joined by Yaro Tsyhanenko, founder of PickPad, to break down the headlines shaping restaurants and tech:⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 – Intro: Meet guest host Yaro, CEO of PickPad 01:00 – Why did Yum Brands partner with Nvidia? 05:37 – What does Qu's State of Digital 2025 Report reveal? 13:06 – Why did Starbucks acquire Empower Delivery? 18:47 – Are loyalty programs evolving or stuck in the past? 26:02 – Could Bolt disrupt Uber and DoorDash in North America? 30:00 – What is PickPad, and how is it improving restaurant pickup?

On this week's Extra Serving, NRN editor in chief Sam Oches and executive editor Alicia Kelso start by talking about Alicia's recent trip to Atlanta, where she visited Zaxby's headquarters and learned about how the fast-casual chain is preparing for a big growth push; stay tuned for Alicia's story in the coming weeks. Then they discuss Yum's partnership with Nvidia, which will fuel the restaurant company's push into artificial intelligence. They also talk about plummeting consumer sentiment and what it could mean for restaurant chains in 2025. And in this week's extra serving, managing editor Leigh Anne Zinsmeister joins to talk about Darden's most recent earnings report, where the full-service giant is expressing optimism even as most casual-dining chains struggle. For more on these stories: Yum Brands partners with Nvidia to accelerate AI technologies across its global systemDarden tests Uber Direct delivery at Cheddar's Scratch KitchenMore consumers are trimming their restaurant budgets than they were last year

This week, Chad, Joel, and Emi sink their teeth into a juicy HR tech showdown: Rippling's suing Deel, alleging an espionage plot. Rippling accused Deel of planting Irishman Keith O'Brien in its Dublin office, where he allegedly ran 6,000 Slack searches for trade secrets—busted by a fake “#d-defectors” Slack channel. Things escalated when O'Brien trashed his phone during a court-ordered seizure on March 19. Deel's firing back, denying it all and pointing to Rippling's own baggage, like alleged Russian sanctions violations. ZipRecruiter's in the spotlight—named a Fast Company innovator, dropping a not-so-novel scheduling tool. Their Job Seeker Confidence Index is tanking, with 41% of seekers gloomy about jobs. Joel adds their podcast's still a dud—and Zip's stock's is down around 20 percent this month. Klarna's IPO filing steals some thunder, boasting $2.8B revenue and $21M profit for 2024, but their AI-driven headcount slash (down to 3,422 from 5,527) raises eyebrows. Finally, Nvidia's GTC conference dazzles with GM's self-driving deal, Yum Brands' AI drive-thrus for 500 eateries, and a GR00T N1 humanoid robot. Is Nvidia still the gold standard? All signs point to Yes. From corporate espionage to AI tacos, it's a wild ride this week on Chad & Chees. Chapters 00:00 - Introduction 03:00 - Vegas Highlights 06:00 - Randy Rainbow and Political Satire 08:05 - Canada's Nuclear Option 13:49 - Espionage Story: Deal vs. Rippling 24:45 - The Deceit in HR Tech: Unraveling the Scandal 27:47 - The Russia Connection: Investigating Allegations 30:51 - Public Perception: The Impact of Shady Practices 32:00 - ZipRecruiter News: Innovation or Repackaging? 39:02 - Klarna's IPO: A Desperate Move? 44:58 - Nvidia's AI Revolution: Transforming Fast Food Ordering

Myer has seen its profit tank by 40% in its most recent half as the new CEO focuses on resetting the business. Google has announced its largest acquisition in history - acquiring cybersecurity startup Wiz for $32 billion USD. KFC and Pizza Hut’s parent company, Yum Brands, is teaming up with tech giant, Nvidia, to implement AI ordering in drive-thru lanes. _ Download the free app (App Store): http://bit.ly/FluxAppStore Download the free app (Google Play): http://bit.ly/FluxappGooglePlay Daily newsletter: https://bit.ly/fluxnewsletter Flux on Instagram: http://bit.ly/fluxinsta Flux on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@flux.finance —- The content in this podcast reflects the views and opinions of the hosts, and is intended for personal and not commercial use. We do not represent or endorse the accuracy or reliability of any opinion, statement or other information provided or distributed in these episodes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

McDonald's Canada is giving meatless burgers another try. Pizza Hut is launching Yum Brands' first-ever AI chatbot. And Maggiano's is taking a page from sister brand Chili's playbook.

Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute:Amazon Launches Big Spring Sale & Promotes Amazon Haul --Amazon's Spring Sale (March 21–31) offers deep discounts, including 50% off on Amazon Haul—its low-cost marketplace rivaling Temu and Shein—aiming to attract budget-conscious shoppers amid inflation.Consumer Brands Call for Targeted Tariff Exemptions – Major CPG companies urge the White House to ease tariffs on key imports like cocoa and tin mill steel, warning of rising costs and inflationary pressures on U.S. manufacturers and consumers.Yum Brands Partners with Nvidia to Power AI in Restaurants – Taco Bell, KFC, and Pizza Hut will roll out Nvidia-powered AI tools for order taking and performance tracking in over 500 locations, signaling a major tech shift in fast food operations.The Retail Daily Minute has been rocketing up the Feedspot charts, so stay informed with Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, your source for the latest and most important retail insights. Be careful out there!

Yum Brands, owner of Taco Bell, KFC, and Pizza Hut, is partnering with Nvidia to integrate AI into its restaurants. Global shipments of VR headsets are declining? Have we passed peaked consumer VR? How are YouTube gaming influencers impacting video game companies? And Netflix presents its vision for video gaming at GDC. Starring Sarah Lane, Tom Merritt, Scott Johnson, Roger Chang, Joe. To read the show notes in a separate page click here! Support the show on Patreon by becoming a supporter!

Chuck Zodda and Paul Lane discuss the current state of US markets and how they are compare to markets outside the US. Retail investors ditch buy-the-dip mentality during market correction. Meta becomes the final Magnificent 7 stock to turn negative. Nvidia CEO says AI computing needs to surge 100-fold. Taco Bell parent Yum Brands partners with Nvidia to speed up its use of AI. China's BYD cemented its lead on Tesla in five minutes.

Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, this episode unpacks the latest market swings, from Nvidia and Hewlett Packard’s struggles to the record-breaking highs of McDonald's and Yum! Brands. Retail investors are watching insider moves at Centurion, Olam, and UOB - who’s buying and who’s losing? Tesla continues its slide, while Meta stands alone among the Magnificent Seven. Plus, what’s behind ST Engineering’s surge and Hongkong Land’s sharp decline? Stay tuned for the latest market insights!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us a textIn this episode of Sidecar Sync, hosts Amith and Mallory explore AI's surprising role in fast food, focusing on Byte by Yum, an AI-powered platform transforming operations at Taco Bell, KFC, and beyond. What can associations learn from Yum Brands' AI strategy? Then, they tackle Amazon's return-to-office policy and what it means for workplace culture, collaboration, and AI's growing influence on job structures. Plus, a shocking revelation—Amith has never had a Crunchwrap Supreme?! Join us for a fun and insightful conversation at the crossroads of AI, associations, and tacos.

Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) is relocating its U.S. headquarters from Louisville, Kentucky, to Plano, Texas, in yet another corporate exodus to the Lone Star State. The move follows a trend of major businesses fleeing high-regulation, high-tax states in favor of Texas' business-friendly environment. KFC's parent company, Yum Brands, aims to enhance synergy among its brands, including Pizza Hut, already based in Plano. While KFC will maintain some presence in Kentucky, this shift reflects a broader pattern of companies seeking economic stability and lower operational costs—something states like California and New York have increasingly failed to provide. With Elon Musk's SpaceX, Oracle, and even Meta shifting resources to Texas, the state's pro-business policies continue to attract major players. Meanwhile, liberal-led states downplay these losses, but the writing is on the wall: businesses follow opportunity, not bureaucracy.

Kruser talks with David Mann from Louisville Business First about Yum Brands moving their KFC headquarters to Texas and the failed experiment of recreational marijuana in hour 1. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

De slaapapneu-affaire is goed en wel achter de rug, maar een nieuw probleem wordt alleen maar groter en groter. Want de bestellingen daar drukken ontzettend op de wereldwijde omzet. Onder aan de streep bleef er nog maar een groei van 1 procent over. En die problemen zijn nog lang niet voorbij. Topman Roy Jakobs durft zelfs niet te voorspellen wanneer Philips weer op de Chinese markt kan rekenen. En in het lopende kwartaal kan het ervoor gaan zorgen dat de inkomsten van Philips met zo'n 6 procent gaan afnemen. De topman blijft er nog redelijk positief onder, maar beleggers niet. Die laten het aandeel als een baksteen vallen. Wie er gelijk heeft, hoor je in deze aflevering. En dan hoor je ook over ING. De bank klaagt over een nieuwe concurrentiestrijd, waar ING niet op zaten te wachten. Het kan namelijk geen IT-personeel meer vinden omdat grote techbedrijven het talent voor de neus wegkapen. Die techbedrijven bieden bizarre salarissen, en daar kan ING van z'n lang zal ze leven niet aan tippen. We hebben het ook over de ECB. Beleggers rekenen nog op 3 renteverlagingen dit jaar, maar binnen de centrale bank gaan de eerste stemmen op om de verlagingen te pauzeren. En verder hoor je over Kentucky Fried Chicken dat straks z'n naam misschien niet meer waar maakt. Over Bumble die Gen Z niet aan het swipen krijgt. En over het langverwachte einde van een verhaal waar beleggers en journalisten geen genoeg van kregen.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's Extra Serving, NRN editor in chief Sam Oches and executive editor Alicia Kelso discuss the news that Dine Brands is laying off 9% of its corporate workforce as Applebee's and IHOP continue to languish with stagnant sales and traffic. How might these chains capture some momentum like full-service peer Chili's? Plus, Chipotle reported positive sales and transaction growth in Q4; Sam and Alicia talk about the keys to its impressive performance and how CEO Scott Boatwright has maintained consistent growth in his first few months on the job. And the National Restaurant Association released its annual State of the Industry report, noting that foodservice establishments could cross $1.5 trillion in sales in 2025. In this week's extra serving, Restaurant Business editor in chief Jonathan Maze joins to talk about Yum Brands, which just announced Byte by Yum, an AI-powered division aimed at achieving tech efficiencies across Taco Bell, KFC, Pizza Hut, and Habit Burger. Finally, Sam shares an interview he recently had with Roberto Espinosa, founder of Tacodeli, a taco fast casual based in Austin that has 14 locations around Texas. For more on these stories: Chipotle's priorities include modernizing the kitchen and being ‘guest obsessed'IHOP, Applebee's parent company confirms corporate layoffsYum Brands has created an AI-powered platform to house all of its technology solutionsThe restaurant industry is projected to reach $1.5 trillion in sales this year

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The National Restaurant Association expects 2025 to be a big year for the industry. Yum Brands has formed a new tech platform. And one of the country's most notable independent restaurants is in the midst of a major shakeup.

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Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! Asia-Pacific markets are trading mixed as investors digest major earnings reports. Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, this episode breaks down Amazon’s AI-driven growth challenges, Peloton’s surprise earnings beat, and Yum Brands’ AI-powered fast-food expansion. Discover how Tapestry, Roblox, Maersk, and Honeywell fared in their latest earnings, plus key insights on ST Engineering’s $4 billion contract wins. Get the latest on the STI, currency moves, and trade tensions shaping the market.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

So stabil die Wall Street wirken mag, reagieren die meisten Aktien auf Quartalszahlen anhaltend negativ. Die Aktien von Roblox brechen nach den Zahlen rund 20% ein, mit Skyworks rund 30% schwächer. Bei ARM Holdings, Ford, Bristol Myers, Qualcomm und Honeywell geht es in Folge der Ergebnisse ebenfalls bergab. Wir sehen hingegen eine positive Reaktion bei Peloton, Philip Morris, Yum Brands und der Allstate Versicherung. Heute werden wird Amazon mit den Zahlen im Fokus stehen. Was Washington betrifft, wartet die Wall Street auf das Telefonat zwischen Trump und Chinas Xi. Die Annahme ist, dass das Gespräch als positiv beschrieben wird, mit dem Potenzial, dass zumindest ein Teil der jüngsten Zollanhebungen vertagt wird. Laut Medienberichten will China einem Teilverkauf von TikTok USA nur dann zustimmen, wenn man im Bereich der Zölle eine umfangreichere Einigung erwirken kann. Abonniere den Podcast, um keine Folge zu verpassen! ____ Folge uns, um auf dem Laufenden zu bleiben: • Facebook: http://fal.cn/SQfacebook • Twitter: http://fal.cn/SQtwitter • LinkedIn: http://fal.cn/SQlinkedin • Instagram: http://fal.cn/SQInstagram

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Ep. 213: The parent company of KFC, Pizza Hut, and Taco Bell thrives on a leadership philosophy rooted in recognition—a principle David Novak first learned from his dad while playing Little League. In this episode, you'll get a masterclass in: The importance of heartfelt, consistent recognition and how simple gestures can significantly boost employee morale and performance. How David's “aha moment” at Pepsi highlighted the critical need to acknowledge contributions and ensure every team member feels valued. The strategies David used to create cohesion across global brands while celebrating their unique identities. Our downloadable BONUS RESOURCE for this episode is a PDF with Don's favorite quotes from today's episode and a reflection question so you can apply today's insights.  Do you want to write a book? In my new role as Publisher at Forbes Books and with the incredible resources and expertise of their team, we're making it easier than ever to help YOU to tell your story. Send us a message here to get started: https://books.forbes.com/don/  Looking for a speaker for your next event? From more than 30 years of interviewing and studying the greatest winners of all time Don offers these live and virtual presentations built to inspire your team towards personal and professional greatness.  Special thanks to Jack Martha and Brian Schnorr for making this episode possible.

Live from an DEI-bedazzled ESG Glowstick, it's an all-new Terrific Tuesday edition of Business Pants. Joined by Analyst-Hole Matt Moscardi! On today's SAT Cheat Sheet called January 14th 2025: BIZ NUGGETS!Our show today is being sponsored by Free Float Analytics, the only platform measuring board power, connections, and performance for FREE.DAMION1ZuckIn our 'He also said corporations named "Julie" and Samantha” especially suck' headline of the week. Mark Zuckerberg praises benefits of 'masculine energy', calls corporate America 'culturally neutered'*************** In our 'He cautioned any panic by saying AI would only steal jobs from the gays, the blacks, and human women' headline of the week. Zuckerberg Announces Plans to Automate Facebook Coding Jobs With AI***************In our 'Zuck and Musk criticized the action as "something a lady named Julie or Samantha would do" and also said "there is no place in our society for decisions that benefit the greater society"' headline of the week. Mastodon's founder cedes control, refuses to become next Musk or Zuckerberg***************Eugen RochkoIn our 'In other news, acorn blindsided by oak tree's decision to let it fall to the ground' headline of the week. Meta's oversight board blindsided by Mark Zuckerberg's decision to relax hate speech restrictions*************** Tech BrosIn our 'Jeff Bezos sues Business Insider for calling him a 'shadow advisor'' headline of the week. Amazon CEO Andy Jassy has a new 'shadow' advisor. It's one of the most prized roles inside the company.*************** Alex Dunlap, a 17-year veteran of Amazon Web Services, started as Jassy's shadow advisor in late 2024, replacing Eric Rimling, a logistics VP who was Jassy's shadow since January 2023.In our 'But we should still prioritize the fake meritocracy so we don't accidentally hire a black person' headline of the week. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman: The new No. 1 ability you need to succeed—it's not raw intelligence*************** In our 'He also added that he still intends on re-electing Kimbal Musk to the board of Tesla' headline of the week. Steve Bannon vows to demolish Elon Musk's political influence in a mission he says is ‘personal'*************** MATT1In our 'After we retire black people, we can finally get back to retiring cows for our burgers.' headline of the week. McDonald's Retires DEI Goal SettingIn our 'I think they meant "retiring"' headline of the week. Is DEI dying? Here's the list of companies that have rolled back the 'woke' policiesIn our 'From the memo edition: "We firmly believe in our deeply held beliefs that exist today, not of yesterday or tomorrow. Those deeply held beliefs right now include retiring DEI, because that is what we currently have moral conviction to do as of this moment."' headline of the week. Meta announces end of DEI programs. Read the internal memoMeta's 2021 sustainability report had DEI as THE MOST CRITICAL ISSUE to both its business and its stakeholders. In our 'We have set two new ambitious goals for 2025 which we call "95 for 25": We aim to improve our tech workforce, which is 73.9% male and 89.7% white or asian and 90.2% straight, to be 95% male and 95% white and asian and 95% straight by 2025. We also aim to improve our user experience for men by altering our algorithm to show American football, tanks, missiles, pubic grooming tips, and women as property as 95% of all posts by 2025.' headline of the week. Mark Zuckerberg says he wants more 'masculine energy' at Meta. So, why don't more men use Facebook?In our 'We are well on our way to achieving one of those goals by the end of January.' headline of the week. Facebook Now Allows Calling Women Personal PropertyIn our 'Ok, let's be honest, these black women ARE the personal property of Mark Zuckerberg, right?' headline of the week. Facebook Is Creating Fake AI-Powered Black Women While Changing Its Rules So It's Okay to Harass Real OnesIn our ‘Honestly, our biggest problem has been the gays. Did you know white guys can be GAY now? Almost 10% of our company say they're gay, but Mark and I can't tell which ones are gays and not talented and which are just talented white guys because they look the same. So, in order to figure out who we're not discriminating against, we have another new target to only hire people who wear a shirt that self-identifies if they're straight and talented to maintain the meritocracy.' headline of the week. Meta policy chief says decision to end DEI ensures company hires 'the most talented people'In our 'We are well on our way to achieving meritocracy by the end of January.' headline of the week. Mark Zuckerberg Tells Joe Rogan Why He Wanted Dana White On Meta's Board Of Directors“Because I control Facebook, I have the benefit of not having to convince the board to not fire me. Because I'm not worried about losing my job, I get to use my board to get people I want to help solve problems.”In our 'This headline was written by the Christian Post, who's other headlines today include "Franklin Graham weighs in on whether God is judging Hollywood with California fires" and "Mel Gibson says gospels are veryifiable history"' headline of the week. The woke right: Critical theory for white guysDAMION2Stakeholder angerIn our 'A shitty app would have paid him $2.6M while a sucky app would have been worth $4M' headline of the week. Sonos CEO behind disastrous app exits with $1.9 million severance*************** Patrick Spence. Also the accelerated vesting of nearly $6M in equity.Spence serves on the Snap board along with Compensation Committee member Joanna Coles; Compensation Committee chair Thomas Conrad was formerly a VIce President at SnapIn our 'But just so we're clear we pledged over $31M To CEO Bob Iger last year because he's worth more than twice your dumb campfire' headline of the week. Disney announces a $15 million pledge for L.A. wildfire relief*************** In our 'What's not important is to focus on executive performance that led to one of the most crippling cybersecurity errors of 2024, what's important is my opinion on George Kurtz's dimples and that we honor the $230M in compensation the company has paid to him over the past 3 years; and also since there are no black or latin directors we're not really sure how to blame someone for this' headline of the week. Jim Cramer Says Crowdstrike Fundamentals Are ‘Excellent,' Praises CEO's ‘Apology Tour'*************** In our 'Opiod settlement turns to tragedy after Kroger CEO Rodney McMullen dies laughing after his son asks if the settlement will affect his $360 million in Kroger shares and nearly $20M in annual compensation"' headline of the week. Kentucky reaches $110 million deal with Kroger to settle its opioid lawsuit—‘This massive grocery chain…allowed the fire of addiction to spread'*************** Stupid headlinesIn our 'The new CEO is named CEO, replacing the old CEO named CEO' headline of the week. KFC CEO to step down, new CEO named***************Yum Brands named Scott Mezvinsky as KFC Division CEO. Mezvinsky is currently president of Taco Bell North America and International. No reason was given for Sabir Sami's departure. In our '2030 headline: Nearly 3 of every 5 job postings are still mostly real, study says' headline of the week. 1 of every 5 job postings is actually fake, study says*************** In our 'His two favorite books were: 'The Great 976:1 CEO Pay Ratio Gatsby' and 'Pretending Systemic Racism Is Not Terrible 3 Years After Pretending Systemic Racism Was Terrible For Dummies'' headline of the week. Walmart's CEO shares the 10 books that shaped his year*************** MATT2In our 'Speaking of the meritocracy...' headline of the week. Activist Investors Forced Record Number Of CEOs To Resign In 2024In our 'They also have the option to become co-co-co-co CEOs if a new CEO is found by the new owner and co-owner' headline of the week. Paramount Will Allow Its 3 Co-CEOs to Resign and Receive Severance If They Are DemotedIn our 'Zuckerberg, Spiegel, and Musk agree: China is a threat to national security' headline of the week. TikTok Case Before Supreme Court Pits National Security Against Free SpeechIn our 'Man with agenda says company has agenda and that's illegal' headline of the week. American Airlines' focus on ESG in 401(k) plan is illegal, US judge rulesIn our 'If you're running trials, I submit to you my children' headline of the week. Moderna says it's ‘one step closer' to a norovirus vaccine as the virus spreads across the U.S.

Shannon shares her story from filing papers at her father's pediatric office to leading one of the fastest-growing brands in the quick-service restaurant industry. Shannon talks about Habit Burger's unique approach to consistency, innovation, and customer loyalty and the brands creative campaigns, how AI is shaping the future of their operations and, of course, award-winning burgers.Key Takeaways:• Habit Burger has claimed the title of "Best Burger in America" from USA Today, "Best Chicken Sandwich" from Daily Meal, and "#1 Quick Service Side"• Habit Burger reignited the "better burger wars" by taking out billboards near In-N-Out locations congratulating them on being "#2." The tongue-in-cheek campaign created buzz on social media and further amplified Habit's win.• As part of Yum! Brands, Habit Burger leverages resources like shared test kitchens and purchasing power while maintaining its unique identity as a cook-to-order brand.• Habit Burger has kiosks in 100% of its stores, with strategic placement on counters to increase usage and accuracy.• With over 40% of sales now coming from digital platforms, Habit Burger's pivot from dine-in dominance pre-COVID to meeting modern demands is a testament to its adaptability and customer focus.• Habit Burger's goal is to "meet guests where they are," whether it's through in-store dining, takeout, or delivery.• Hot Takes: Shannon shares her thoughts on the California minimum wage increase, AI-powered drive-throughs, and Instagram-inspired dishes. She discusses AI's role in enhancing drive-through operations, improving accuracy, and supporting team efficiency.Thank you for tuning in to Hospitality Hangout, a podcast by Branded Hospitality Ventures. We'll see you next time as we explore more stories of innovation, authenticity, and leadership—continuing to bring you the conversations shaping the hospitality industry's future.

937: In this episode of Technovation, Peter High speaks with Joe Park, President of Digital and Restaurant Technology Ecosystem and Chief Digital and Technology Officer at Yum! Brands. Joe discusses Yum!'s incredible journey from 19% to over 50% digital sales in just a few years, fueled by innovations in proprietary technologies and AI-first strategies. He shares insights into how the company has built and scaled an integrated technology ecosystem—referred to as “Restaurant in a Box”—to empower franchisees and enhance the customer experience globally. Joe also highlights Yum!'s strategic use of generative AI and voice AI to streamline operations, reduce team member attrition, and improve restaurant operations. Additionally, he delves into leadership training initiatives, including an AI and digital mindset curriculum developed in partnership with Harvard Business School, to prepare Yum!'s leaders for the digital future.

How can HR advocate and support their front-line leaders? Why is it a smart investment to develop your front-line leaders and team members?My guest on this episode is Monica Rothgery, Friend of the Frontline Leader, Speaker and Author of “Lessons from the Drive-Thru.”During our conversation Monica and I discuss: Monica's unique career journey at Yum Brands, progressing from restaurant manager to training leader to Chief Operating Officer for KFC in Thailand and the U.S.Her mission to help elevate, support, and develop front-line leaders across the worldThe importance of organizations developing management training programs that emphasize leadership, decision-making, and team empowermentThe critical role of face-to-face training and mentorship for frontline leadersHow HR leaders can ensure frontline leaders' voices are heard, even when they are not in the room. Connecting with Monica: Connect with Monica Rothgery on LinkedInLearn more about Monica and her work elevating front-line leadersEpisode Sponsor: Next-Gen HR Accelerator - Learn more about this best-in-class leadership development program for next-gen HR leaders

Episode 439: Neal and Toby dive into why election anxiety might be causing a reluctance for the American consumer and how it's hurting businesses. Then, Keurig just bought a majority stake in Ghost energy drink for over $1B, which signals the growing category for caffeinated drinks. Next, Gold reaches another all-time high – will it ever slow down? Also, Philip Morris is the week's Stock of the Week, while Polymarket is the Dog of the Week. Lastly, Tesla's big day, Yum Brands pulls back on onions, a sprinter dies at 108, World Series' tickets, and Tapestry blocked.  Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app. Find your fit at bonobos.com and use code BREW20 for 20% off.  Get your Morning Brew Daily T-Shirt HERE: https://shop.morningbrew.com/products/morning-brew-radio-t-shirt?_pos=1&_sid=6b0bc409d&_ss=r&variant=45353879044316  Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://link.chtbl.com/MBD Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Many of the recent hires for restaurant CEO positions share a common listing on their resumes: Somewhere along the way, they logged time at Yum Brands, parent of Taco Bell, Pizza Hut, KFC and The Habit. For reasons that go beyond the sheer size of the franchisor, it's become a major prep school of sorts for a new generation of chain chiefs, from Brian Niccol at Starbucks to Rob Lynch at Shake Shack.  The situation calls to mind a time when it seemed almost like a requirement for casual-dining CEOs to have worked under Norman Brinker at the parent of Steak and Ale or Chili's (now led by a Yum alumnus, Kevin Hochman). The graduates of those real-world training centers eventually found themselves in demand to lead chains in every sector of the business, from family dining (Mike Jenkins at Bakers Square and Village Inn) to eatertainment (Dick Frank at Chuck E. Cheese).  This week's episode of Restaurant Rewind looks at the unique role those companies played in shaping the industry's leadership ranks, as well as why Yum is filling a similar role today.  Press Play to get the full story. 

Live from Vanguard and Nancy Reagan's “Just Say No” bumpersticker, it's an all-new terrific Tuesday edition of Business Pants. Joined by Analyst-Hole Matt Moscardi! In today's ESG-shaped bass guitar called September 17, 2024: a very special seminar where we help business news headline writers be better at their jobs, otherwise known as BIZ NUGGETS!Our show today is being sponsored by Free Float Analytics, the only platform measuring board power, connections, and performance for FREE. DAMION1Boeing two for Tuesday:In our 'Oh great, you pay me 273 times the median salary and I have to sit with the knuckle draggers!?' headline of the week. Boeing execs barred from flying business class to save money during strikeIn our 'Strike could cost Boeing the equivalent of 3 failed former CEO Dave Calhouns per day' headline of the week. Strike could cost Boeing $100 million-plus in daily revenue, analysts say$33MIn our 'Chefs will put their recipes on a pizza box to help Pizza Hut make better pizza' headline of the week. Pizza Hut will put your résumé on a pizza box to help you get a jobOn the Yum Brands board, only 2 of 12 directors selected a Pizza Hut food as their favorite Yum Brands food. Taco Bell wins with 5, KFC a close second with 4. At least there's a demographic that's worse off than women on this board (4 of 12) and that's Pizza Hut loversIn our 'Zuck is banning Putin from Facebook for being a shithead' headline of the week. Meta is banning Russian state media outlets like RT from its apps everywhere for engaging in political interference campaigns SAME HEADLINE: WHO DID IT BETTER?DR: In our 'Whatever you do, please don't mistake me for somebody who gives a shit!!' headline of the week. Jamie Dimon is still committed to DEI but says he's not wokeMM: In our 'I'm a full-throated, red-blooded, patriotic, unwoke, capitalist CEO. Also, my assistant told me we have black people that work at JPMorgan now, so that's cool.' headline of the week. Jamie Dimon is still committed to DEI but says he's not wokeDR: In our 'I re-wrote this headline for clarity: Disinterested and racist/sexist board of directors' Impact on Corporate DEI Policies' headline of the week. Robby Starbuck's Impact on Corporate DEI PoliciesMM: In our 'The side of the bottle says, "Side effects include increased racism, misogyny, anger issues, self-loathing, c-list internet celebrity, and a possible cabinet position in the Republican White House..." Should I take it?' headline of the week. Robby Starbuck's Impact on Corporate DEI PoliciesDR: In our 'Nelson Peltz has already taken credit for this' headline of the week. The Walt Disney Company makes history with record-breaking 60 EmmysMM: In our 'Nelson Peltz was disappointed in the result, saying, "Only 60? Probably because of all the blacks they keep casting."' headline of the week. The Walt Disney Company makes history with record-breaking 60 EmmysDR: In our 'Can we cut-and-paste the formatting of this headline to this one from the NYT: How Telegram Became a Playground for Criminals, Extremists and Terrorists. Or this one from Futurism: OpenAI's Strawberry "Thought Process" Sometimes Shows It Scheming to Trick Users' headline of the week. Boar's Head will never make liverwurst again after outbreak that killed 9MM: In our 'It's the Germans fault' headline of the week. Boar's Head will never make liverwurst again after outbreak that killed 9DR: In our 'Is this what an S&P 500 board with only 18% female influence looks like?' headline of the week. Delta is reminding prospective flight attendants that they must wear 'proper' underwear to their interviewsMM: In our 'Given 74.6% of flight attendants are women, this is for you ladies - only Elon Musk can wear a diaper to work like a big fat baby.' headline of the week. Delta is reminding prospective flight attendants that they must wear 'proper' underwear to their interviewsDR: In our 'Zuck pretends to cede control' headline of the week. Instagram gives parents more control over teen accountsMM: In our 'Mark Zuckerberg retains total and complete control of Instagram' headline of the week. Instagram gives parents more control over teen accountsMATT1In our 'Just because there's asbestos in our baby powder doesn't mean you're sick because of OUR asbestos... That could be ANYONE's asbestos... Have you checked Gary's house? I mean, no offense Gary, but your house smells like asbestos all the time. I'm pretty sure there was asbestos in the breakroom coffee machine - or at least it tasted like it. Given these facts, judge, we rest our case.' headline of the week. J&J gets $260 million talc verdict overturned in Oregon, new trial orderedIn our 'We only have 74.6% of directorships, 93.9% of CEO positions, and make 120% more. It's a long road to get to 100% of everything like it used to be, but someone has to climb it. Strap in boys, let's get it done!' headline of the week. Elon Musk's Quest to Make Men Great AgainIn our 'I'm running out of things to say about Elon Musk and his terrible tweets' headline of the week. I'm running out of things to say about Elon Musk and his terrible tweetsIn our 'I'm sorry, I thought this was the snarky bad joke downer show... how the hell did this headline get in here?' headline of the week. Cleanup Group Says It's on Track to Eliminate the Great Pacific Garbage Patch

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In this clip of Market Mondays, hosts Ian Dunlap, Troy Millings, and Rashad Bilal delve into the recent major organizational change at Starbucks. The global coffee giant has appointed Brian Niccol, the strategic mastermind behind Taco Bell's revival and Chipotle's extraordinary growth, as its new CEO. Join us as we break down why this is considered a five-star hire and what it could mean for Starbucks' future.*Key Highlights:*- **The Perfect Fit**: Ian Dunlap explains why Brian Niccol's unique combination of operational savvy and marketing brilliance makes him an excellent choice for steering Starbucks in a new direction. Discover how Nickel's background as the Chief Marketing Officer at Yum Brands and his significant role in turning around Taco Bell highlight his expertise. - **Track Record of Success**: Troy Millings emphasizes Niccol's impressive achievements, from driving innovation and mobile ordering at Taco Bell to doubling Chipotle's stock through revamped safety protocols, menu diversification, and increased locations. Find out why Troy believes Starbucks has secured a champion akin to Phil Jackson coaching Kobe and Shaq. - **Operational Overhaul**: Understand how Niccol plans to tackle one of Starbucks' most criticized pain points — long wait times. Ian discusses the potential for improved efficiency and renewed excitement within the brand. - **Compensation Insights**: Troy provides a detailed breakdown of Nickel's compensation package, highlighting the leverage and value he brings to Starbucks. Learn how Niccol's nearly $100 million deal underscores his stature as one of the leading executives outside the tech industry. - **Strategic Vision**: The hosts share their expectations and predictions for Starbucks under Niccol's leadership. From bringing back the allure of a luxury brand to revitalizing the customer experience and enhancing mobile ordering, explore the strategic moves that could propel Starbucks to new heights. - **Valuable Lessons**: Gain practical insights from Niccol's career on creating leverage in your own professional journey. Discover the importance of delivering value and negotiating from a position of strength, whether you're an executive or an entrepreneur at a vendor marketplace.If you're invested in the future of Starbucks or intrigued by high-stakes corporate maneuvers, this episode is a must-watch. Hear the Market Mondays team dissect what makes Brian Niccol's appointment a game-changer for Starbucks and the broader food enterprise economy.Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more in-depth discussions and insights on major market moves, executive leadership changes, and investment strategies. *Timestamps:*0:00 - Introduction0:07 - Why Brian Niccol is the Right CEO for Starbucks1:21 - The Impact of Brian Niccol's Leadership at Taco Bell and Chipotle3:51 - Operational Challenges and Opportunities for Starbucks5:31 - Breakdown of Brian Niccol's Compensation Package6:57 - Strategic Outlook for Starbucks*Join the Conversation:*We want to hear from you! What are your thoughts on Starbucks' decision to hire Brian Niccol? Do you believe he can restore the brand's former glory and drive growth in an inflationary environment? Share your opinions and predictions in the comments below.*Stay Connected:*- Subscribe to our channel for more market insights and analysis.- Follow us on social media for real-time updates and behind-the-scenes content.*Hashtags:*#StarbucksCEO #BrianNiccol #MarketMondays #Investing #StockMarket #BusinessStrategy #Leadership #CorporateNews #Chipotle #TacoBell #Ecommerce #FoodIndustry #InvestmentTips #FinancialEducation---Thank you for supporting our channel and being a part of the Market Mondays community! Stay tuned for more episodes dissecting the latest market trends, leadership changes, and investment strategies.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/marketmondays/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

After 15 years leading the parent company of KFC, Pizza Hut, and Taco Bell, David Novak wanted to help others become better leaders. He believes the key is to put learning at the center of everything you do, whether you're an entry-level worker or a multinational executive. Novak outlines three main areas for learning: from your own life experiences, from the people and situations available right now, and from the habit of curiosity. Above all, he says the most effective leaders turn their learnings into action, something that takes insight and practice. Novak's new book is How Leaders Learn: Master the Habits of the World's Most Successful People.

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