Published on Thursday, September 17, 2026 A surge in multi-unit franchisee restructuring has emerged as the central economic narrative of late 2026. Mounting structural pressures—a combination of persistent core inflation, high borrowing costs, and shifting consumer behavior—are forcing major multi-unit operators to renegotiate footprint liabilities and seek Chapter 11 protection at rates mirroring historical highs….
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Listen Now! HRBUniversal is proud to announce the launch of our newest media venture: The “Mise En Place (MEEZ-ahn-PLAHZ)” Culture First Podcast. In the culinary world, mise en place means “everything in its place.” It is the invisible infrastructure behind every flawless service. We believe the exact same principle applies to leadership. Designed specifically for…
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Published on Sunday, March 15, 2026 The hospitality sector is currently facing its most formidable challenge: a structural, protracted shortage of seasoned professionals. While coordinated initiatives have successfully stabilized entry-level recruitment, the focus has fundamentally shifted to a devastating “Missing Middle”—the pivotal stratum of skilled managers, sous chefs, and senior operational personnel indispensable for sustaining…
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