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“RIP Dave’s”: Fans are memorializing Dave’s Hot Chicken after Subway owner buys the chicken chain
The firm, based in Atlanta, has made a name for itself acquiring and franchising major food chains such as Inspire Brands, ...
Popular fried chicken chain acquired by private equity firm in $1B deal
Fast-food company Dave's Hot Chicken is set for global growth after Roark Capital's $1 billion acquisition, aiming for 400 ...
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Roark Capital gobbles up another restaurant chain
The private-equity firm just bought its 21st restaurant chain in Dave’s Hot Chicken. It remains a close second to giant ...
Former Knoxville police officer sentenced on child exploitation and child pornography charges
Dan Roark was sentenced to 25 years in prison followed by a lifetime of supervision for pleading guilty to child pornography ...
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Roark Capital to exit Pet Valu in secondary bought deal offering
Roark Capital Group has agreed to exit Pet Valu, a Canadian retailer of pet food and pet-related supplies, in a secondary bought deal offering.
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Trendy Hot Chicken Chain Started In Parking Lot Sold After Passing $600M Sales Mark
A private equity giant is buying a hot chicken restaurant chain that grew from a parking lot to an international brand that's ...