Category archives: W2s

The restaurant industry in the United States is the second largest sector in the private economy, experiencing rapid expansion primarily through franchising. Franchising offers significant advantages, including reduced marketing efforts since the parent company handles this aspect. This approach significantly increases the likelihood of success and minimizes the risk of…

A skilled workforce is crucial for institutional prosperity, with human resources (HR) playing a pivotal role in implementing plans effectively. As such, human resource management has become an essential function within organizations. Historically managed manually, HR tasks are now often automated, streamlining processes like payroll management through advanced software solutions….

Popeyes, renowned for its franchised business model, largely outsources restaurant operations to franchisees, among them TravelCenters of America. Through its TA Restaurant Group division, TravelCenters operates several Popeyes locations across the U.S., catering to highway travelers with healthy meal options to ensure they feel refreshed upon reaching their destinations. Employees…

The widespread preference among wealthy Americans for dining out rather than cooking at home significantly contributes to the robust growth of the restaurant industry in the United States. This trend extends beyond the U.S., influencing global urban centers and supporting a network of related businesses such as restaurant suppliers, small…

Popeyes, an American fried chicken chain founded in 1972 in New Orleans and headquartered in Miami, is known for its New Orleans-style menu featuring spicy chicken and fried shrimp. A subsidiary of Toronto-based Restaurant Brands International, Popeyes operates over 3,700 locations globally, primarily franchised. The brand, celebrated for its rich…

Nowadays, all kinds of events in American restaurants, including food, entertainment, business, social, political, family, and wedding ceremonies, are held inside the restaurant. Large-scale restaurant brands operate franchise-based business activities for the sake of mass promotion and expansion. The more the brand is represented worldwide, the more it is recognized,…

Dick’s Sporting Goods, headquartered in Coraopolis, Pennsylvania, is the top sporting goods retailer in the United States, with approximately 853 stores as of 2023. The company employs around 53,000 people and operates subsidiaries, including Golf Galaxy, Public Lands, and House of Sport. Under the leadership of President and CEO Lauren…

Barry Staffing, established in 1980, is a leading full-service staffing company based in the Miami Valley, specializing in industrial, clerical, and permanent placements. With over 40 years of experience, it is Dayton’s most successful locally-owned staffing agency. The company prides itself on placing the needs of its clients and employees…

Pan American Group, a subsidiary of Flynn Restaurant Group LP, stands as the world’s second-largest franchisee of Panera Bread Café. Established in 2015 after acquiring 47 cafes, the group has expanded significantly, now operating over 130 cafes across eight states, including Washington, California, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Kansas, and Missouri. This…

Hamra Enterprises, a Missouri-based company founded in 1975 by the Hamra family, has significantly expanded its presence in the hospitality industry. With a people-first approach, it operates in 11 states and is a franchisee of 190 restaurants, including Panera Bread, Caribou, Wendy’s, and Noodles & Company. Notably, its Panera Bread…