Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about the franchising, restaurant and food services industry. Gastonia, North Carolina, Papa John's pizza restaurant at ...

T wo years ago John Schnatter fancied himself untouchable. He was CEO of Papa John’s, the nationwide pizza chain he founded, and served as its ubiquitous TV pitchman. The business had grown to 5,000 ...

Papa John's remains a 'Buy' as the stock outperformed the S&P 500 and delivered strong returns since the initial recommendation. PZZA's turnaround is driven by a smart barbell strategy, menu ...

New restaurant design, logo and brand identity draw inspiration from the quality ingredients Papa Johns is known for, as well as the team members that craft and deliver premium products. LOUISVILLE, ...

The basketball legend is the franchise’s new brand ambassador. He’s got his work cut out for him — but Shaq’s never been afraid of a challenge. “Shaq! Sign my shirt!” screams a grown man in a blue ...