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July 9, 2019 Washington D.C.-based &pizza, which has 36 locations across the East Coast, is opening its newest unit Wednesday in New York City and has hired or promoted three executives in an effort to fuel even more growth. According to a company press release, the additions include: Andy Hooper, who has been with the brand for 18 months in the role of chief people officer and will now serve as president and COO.

July 9, 2019 Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers is officially an international brand with its first unit outside the U.S. now open inside the Dubai Mall in Dubai, and its second international location will open soon in Dubai's Mall of the Emirates, according to a company press release.

July 9, 2019 Gloria Jean's Coffees – U.S.A. is opening in Grandville, Michigan, at the RiverTown Crossings Mall, according to a company press release. Owned and operated by local resident, Eric Vo of Racer & Vo Gourmet Coffee Inc., the unit will serve the brand's chillers, mochas, lattes, hot cocoa, baked goods and pastries, along with whole beans for home brewing.