Danny Klein

Chapel Hill

VP and Editorial Director at FSR

VP and Editorial Director at QSR

VP and Editorial Director at CStore Decisions

VP and Editorial Director at PMQ Pizza Magazine

VP and Editorial Director at Club & Resort Business

Host at QSR Uncut: A Fast-Food Restaurant Podcast from QSR Magazine

Editorial Director at @QSRmagazine and @FSRmag. University of Florida alum. Brooklyn bred.

Articles

Lyle Tick Named CEO of BJ’s Restaurants

2 days ago | fsrmagazine.com | Danny Klein

BJ’s Restaurants announced that Lyle D. Tick, currently BJ’s President and Chief Concept Officer, has been appointed Chief Executive Officer and President, effective June 5, 2025. Interim Chief Executive Officer C. Bradford Richmond will assume the role of Special Advisor to the CEO during Tick’s transition into his new role and will remain a member of the Board of Directors.
Roy Rogers Restaurant Introduces Crispy Chicken Tender Sliders to Menu

2 days ago | qsrmagazine.com | Danny Klein

Roy Rogers Restaurant Introduces Crispy Chicken Tender Sliders to Menu Jun 5 2025 Roy Rogers Restaurants, the western-themed quick-service restaurant chain, is introducing crispy Chicken Tender Sliders to its menu beginning May 28. Guests can also pair sliders with one of Roy Rogers new refreshing beverages – Cold Brew or Roy’s Handcrafted Strawberry Lemonade – or make it a combo with one Roy Rogers’ sides and soft drink. Roy’s Chicken Tender Sliders, available for $2.99 each, are each made...
Spread Bagelry Appoints Tom Selementi New CEO

2 days ago | qsrmagazine.com | Danny Klein

Spread Bagelry Appoints Tom Selementi New CEO Jun 5 2025 Spread Bagelry, the beloved Philadelphia-based bagel brand known for its wood-fired ovens and handcrafted recipes, announced the appointment of Tom Selementi as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. With over 10 years of executive leadership experience, most recently as President of Le Pain Quotidien US and the the Little Beet, Selementi brings a strong track record of operational excellence, brand growth, and team...
Cultivating the Next Generation: Building and Teaching Resilient Teams in Hospitality

2 days ago | fsrmagazine.com | Danny Klein

At Fire by Forge, I don’t just run the restaurant—I run with a purpose. It’s an award-winning Pan-American kitchen, yes, but more importantly, it’s the social enterprise arm of Forge City Works, where food is more than a product—it’s a tool for transformation. We work with people in Hartford who are overcoming barriers most employers won’t even look past. Our mission is clear: use food and hospitality to train, uplift, and create sustainable careers. Not just jobs. Lives.
Why QSR Retail Media Networks Thrive on Clean Data

2 days ago | qsrmagazine.com | Danny Klein

Today, the layout and consumer engagement opportunities within a QSR chain are vastly different than even just a few years ago. The main reason: digital screens and mobile apps. QSR chains have quickly adopted self-ordering kiosks, brightly lit digital menu boards, and loyalty-driven, immersive mobile experiences that keep consumers connected to their favorite chains.
Jaime Denney Joins Blaze Pizza as Chief Operations Officer

3 days ago | qsrmagazine.com | Danny Klein

As COO, Denney will be responsible for overseeing both company and franchise operations, with a focus on improving speed, profitability, and hospitality systemwide.
How the Taproom Landscape is Changing

4 days ago | fsrmagazine.com | Danny Klein

In today’s climate, consumers are more deliberate with their discretionary spending, and the battle for share of wallet is fiercer than ever. That’s especially true in the beer space, where consumption has been on the decline for a while now. “People are watching their dollars, or at least being a bit more intentional about where they go and when they’re going,” says Josh Robinette, CEO of The Casual Pint.
Cali's South Tampa Location Reopened on May 30

4 days ago | fsrmagazine.com | Danny Klein

Cali, a longtime Tampa favorite known for fresh, California-inspired bowls, wraps, and pizzas, is entering a new chapter. On May 30, Cali’s South Tampa location (217 S. Dale Mabry Highway) reopened with a refreshed, left-coast-inspired design, and all four locations (South Tampa, Tampa Palms, St. Pete, and Brandon) will debut a menu that brings new energy to nearly every section.
Slim Chickens Announces Two More U.K. Openings

4 days ago | qsrmagazine.com | Danny Klein

Slim Chickens Announces Two More U.K. Openings Jun 3 2025 Slim Chickens announced the opening of two new locations in Chichester and Staines.
Two Breakfast and Brunch Competitors Push Toward More Growth

4 days ago | fsrmagazine.com | Danny Klein

The breakfast and brunch category has enjoyed its share of tailwinds out of COVID as pent-up demand pointed to socialized dining. Additionally, amid inflation, it represented a relatively affordable chance to gather compared to, say, dinner at a fine-dining spot. However, it’s been a bit noisier in recent years as ongoing inflation led to guests cutting back—breakfast being one of the first occasions to swap for at-home—and record-high U.S. egg prices strapping margins.