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Rewards Network Named to Best Midsize Place to Work in Chicago List Three Years in a Row

Rewards Network Named to Best Midsize Place to Work in Chicago List Three Years in a Row

January 13, 2022 by Rewards Network

2022 Best Places to Work in Chicago

Rewards Network, a provider of marketing, loyalty services, dining rewards programs and financing to the restaurant industry, announced today that it has been recognized by Built In Chicago as one of the Best Midsize Places to Work for in Chicago in 2022, for the third year in a row. “We’re proud to have cultivated an

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Why verified customer reviews are essential for restaurants

December 6, 2021 by Rewards Network

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See why verified online customer reviews are a crucial component of generating a positive online presence for your restaurant.

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The importance of online customer reviews for restaurants

September 15, 2021 by Rewards Network

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Customer reviews can be the cornerstone of a restaurant’s success or the downfall of its reputation. With 94% of U.S. diners claiming they’re influenced by online restaurant reviews, it’s important for restaurant owners to understand how to best manage, respond, and showcase their establishment’s reviews. This type of feedback can help to bring consumer pain

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How to leverage social media marketing for your restaurant

August 12, 2021 by Rewards Network

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A comprehensive overview of social media marketing best practices for restaurants.

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Spring/Summer consumer survey results

June 16, 2021 by Rewards Network

Spring Summer Survey Results

As we see the light at the end of the pandemic tunnel, restaurant owners are clamoring for guests to make up for lost time and revenue. While things may be getting back to normal, our consumer survey results show that habits and expectations have changed, so restaurants will need to be adaptable as we transition

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Discover how to meet your changing staff needs

May 13, 2021 by Rewards Network

Staff needs during COVID

With states easing COVID restrictions and restaurant occupancy rules relaxing, many owners and operators are looking to build, or rebuild, their staff to accommodate renewed and increasing demand from patrons. Hiring in the restaurant industry has become a challenge, and regardless of reason—higher unemployment benefits or increased hiring in competing industries—it’s important to take a

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How It Works Video

May 1, 2021 by Rewards Network

See how Rewards Network® works! We market to customers and reward them for dining with you. As the largest promotional program for the restaurant industry in the U.S., Rewards Network partners with the most powerful airline, hotel, and retail loyalty programs to send new customers to restaurants. Enjoy verified reviews, national marketing, funding opportunities, and

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COVID restaurant trends here to stay

April 23, 2021 by Rewards Network

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There’s no denying it, COVID-19 has been tough on the restaurant industry. In December of last year, the National Restaurant Association (NRA) estimated that about 17% of the nation’s restaurants, or 110,000 establishments, closed their doors permanently. Whether you remained open or shuttered temporarily, you’ve most likely weathered state-mandated shutdowns and are currently navigating cautious,

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Seven steps for reopening indoor dining

April 12, 2021 by Rewards Network

Discover seven key steps to consider when reopening your restaurant for indoor dining.

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Cinco de Mayo promotion ideas during covid

April 8, 2021 by Rewards Network

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One of the busiest days of the year for restaurants and bars is Cinco de Mayo. This is a holiday that celebrates the Mexican army’s victory over France at the Battle of Puebla during the Franco-Mexican War on May 5, 1862. It’s actually a relatively minor holiday in Mexico, but in the United States Cinco

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