FastCasual.com

FastCasual is the leading resource for executives navigating the $191.02 billion fast casual restaurant industry. From emerging brands to national chains, we help operators stay competitive by delivering news, trends and strategies that drive innovation, guest satisfaction and growth.

Demographics and Reach

Site Services

Custom Content

Webinars

Webinars

Webinars are one of the most effective tools for engaging your target audience, sharing thought leadership, and generating marketing-qualified leads.

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Sponsored Content

At the Watercooler

An executive from your company completes a short Q&A (4-6 questions).
We edit the executive’s responses for grammar, spelling,

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Sponsored Content

Offering #1

Client supplies content – up to 1,200 words.
We edit for AP style and content.
Client purchases traffic

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Sponsored Content

Offering #2

Connect Media writes original content – up to 1,200 words.
Client purchases traffic drivers.

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Special Publications

Infographic

Written by an editor or industry professional
Sponsor contributes core information for publication in collaboration with writer

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Banner Ads

Website Advertising (Banners)

Prestitial

FastCasual – 3,500 impressions (approx.)

Prestitials display prominently when a user enters the site, grabbing attention before content loads. These

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Website Advertising (Banners)

Speedbump

FastCasual – 8,300 impressions (approx.)
These in-story ads appear just below the main image and flow naturally into the

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Website Advertising (Banners)

Sticky Footer

FastCasual – 8,000 impressions (approx.)
Keep your message in front of users with a persistent banner that remains visible

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Website Advertising (Banners)

Leaderboard

Leaderboard 1 – Billboard – 970×250 + 320×100
Leaderboard 1 – Super Leaderboard – 970×90 + 320×100

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Email Services

Newsletters

Daily Newsletter Ads

Leaderboard (600×250) appears in our Restaurant Operator Daily newsletter which goes out to all subscribers with leads provided for all

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Other Services

Other Services

Social Media

Your social media message posted to LinkedIn, Facebook, and X.
FastCasual – 36,600 followers
Pizza Marketplace – 7,800

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Other Services

Push Notifications

Push notifications deliver your message directly to a user’s device even when they are not actively browsing our site. Subscribers

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Editorial Calendar

  • January 2027

    2027 Industry Predictions

    Health-Forward Menus & the GLP-1 Effect

    Winter Labor & Staffing Outlook

    Special Report: Fast Casual Brands to Watch 2027

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  • February 2027

    Black History Month: Diverse Ownership & Cross-Cultural Flavor Growth

    Big Game Weekend Off-Premise Playbook

    Valentine's Day & the "Vibe Over Speed"

  • March 2027

    Growing Catering & Experiential Off-Premise revenue

    National Nutrition Month: Transparency, Labeling

    Spring LTO Rollouts: Bold & Global Flavors

    Special Report: Women in the Lead

    Sponsor
  • April 2027

    Earth Day: Sustainable Packaging & Sourcing Under Tariff Pressure

    Kitchen Automation & Equipment Uptime

    Franchise Development Report Q2: Chefless & Lean-Footprint Concepts

  • May 2027

    Summer Hiring Surge & the AI-Hospitality Balance

    Mother's Day Family Dining & Loyalty/Subscription Tie-Ins

    Cinco de Mayo & Bold Flavor Trends

    Top 100 Gala and NRA coverage

    Special Report: Fast Casual Top 100

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  • June 2027

    Summer Beverage Innovation

    Pride Month: Inclusive Marketing & Culture

    Catering & Experiential Off-Premise Summer Push

    Special Report: Top 30 Movers & Shakers, Restaurant Marketing 2027

    Sponsor
  • July 2027

    Fourth of July & Peak Traffic Ops

    National Ice Cream Month: Dessert & LTO Innovation

    Drive-Thru & Digital Ordering Tech Deep Div

    Special Report: Franchise Opportunities

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  • August 2027

    Mid-Year Financial & Same-Store Sales Check-In

    Engaging Gen Z and Gen Alpha customers and employees

    Loyalty, Subscription & Personalization Trends

    Special Report: Top 5 Founders

    Sponsor
  • September 2027

    Fall LTO Rollouts: Comfort Meets Health-Forward

    Football Season & Game-Day Off-Premise

    Building the right tech stack for your brand

    Special Report: Top 30 Movers & Shakers, Catering 2027

    Sponsor
  • October 2027

    Halloween Promotions & "Anti-Viral" Marketing

    National Pizza Month: Chefless Kitchen Models

    Breast Cancer Awareness: Cause Marketing & Community

  • November 2027

    Veterans Day: Hiring Veterans & Community Programs — Veteran hiring initiatives and discounts amid ongoing labor tightness. Fits staffing/community sponsors.

    Thanksgiving Catering & Family Meal Bundles

    Holiday Hiring & Automation as a Staffing Bridge

  • December 2027

    Year in Review:

    2028 planning: What's Next for FC

    Holiday Catering & Corporate Gifting

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