The retailer will sell three varieties of the product at most of its locations.

Retail meat prices, including pork are down in most major markets.

Third-quarter same-store sales slipped 1.2 percent.

Tom Meyer previously worked in marketing at a number of quick-service companies.

The company has launched a refranchising program as part of its optimization plan.

Lori Abou Habib most recently served as VP of national marketing at Sonic.

Spangler comes to the pizza chain after years at Dunkin’ Brands Group, Starbucks and Yum! Brands.

Five groups will expand the quick-service chain from Washington, D.C. to Washington state.

The company secured $2 million in third-party financing.