Episode Details

An iconic chain that became known for its fun cocktails and family dining, TGI Fridays has seen a sharp decline in recent years, leading to a bankruptcy filing in November. WSJ’s Heather Haddon explains the company’s unraveling and a former CEO talks about his plans to keep the chain alive.

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- Red Lobster's New CEO Plots Its Comeback 

- McDonald’s Wants To Offer Quality And Value. Can It Do Both? 

Further Reading:

- The Epic Mess at TGI Fridays 

- TGI Fridays Ex-CEO Blanchette to Take Over Chain’s Management 

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