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View the award <a href="https://www.bigspringherald.com/sites/default/files/READERS%27%20CHOICE%20TAB%202018.pdf">her</a>e.&nbsp;

Big Spring Herald Readers Choice: Best Caterer 

Kerrville Daily Times: Best of Kerr County 

View the full article <a href="https://hospitalitytech.com/hts-2019-top-women-restaurant-technology">here</a> .&nbsp;
Here are some heartening statistics for women in technology: Women now make up more than half of new computer science graduates and junior developers entering the workforce, according to a March 2018 study from tech recruiting company HackerRank. Women under 25 are also 33% more likely to study computer science than those who were born before 1983, according to the study.&nbsp;
While these are certainly steps in the right direction, currently only about a quarter of professional computing jobs are held by women, according to the National Center for Women &amp; Information Technology. Boosting this percentage will not only benefit the perception of women in tech, it will help meet the anticipated &nbsp;future demand for computer science professionals. The U.S. Department of Labor estimates 1.1 million computing-related job openings in the U.S. by 2024, but more than two-thirds of these jobs could go unfilled due to the insufficient pool of college graduates with computer-related degrees.
Hospitality Technology’s third annual Top Women in Restaurant Technology awards honor women from both restaurants and technology suppliers who have been making their mark in a male-dominated industry. These professionals are recognized for outstanding achievement in helping to reimagine restaurant processes and operations while demonstrating excellence in leadership, inventiveness and skill.
This year’s winners have all demonstrated incredible passion and accomplishments that will inspire the IT professionals of today and tomorrow. It is with great pride that Hospitality Technology, with sponsorship by 7Shifts (www.7shifts.com), introduces the 2019 Top Women in Restaurant Technology.
LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT
The Accidental Restaurant Tech Executive &nbsp;
Laura Rea Dickey, Dickey’s Barbecue Pit
Laura Rea Dickey didn’t plan for a career in restaurant technology. “This career path really chose me, not the other way around.”
Early in her career, she was able to learn, adapt and make an impact earlier by embracing all things digital. Opportunity, a curious mind and the desire to jump into an emerging, changing field created her path.
Now the CEO of Dickey’s Barbecue Pit, Dickey says she’s most proud of piloting Smokestack, Dickey’s proprietary data warehousing system. “Smokestack has significantly impacted the business and has allowed us to utilize insights effectively and strategically for the past seven years,” she says. She is also proud of launching Dickey’s proprietary point-of-sale system, which was created with the end user in mind. “Our POS meets our transaction coverage needs while also integrating our full technology suite — online ordering, third-party delivery, direct delivery, our catering CRM system, our loyalty program, our digital Ops forms and our data warehouse,” she says.
Dickey is passionate about data. “Insights drive business success,” she says. “Good data and the commitment to use it can be a huge catalyst for success and truly has been for our brand.”
Looking at 2019 and beyond, Dickey is optimistic about the impact IoT and AI will have on restaurants.&nbsp;
“I believe connection and automation, for example in kitchens or order processes or even scheduling, allows restaurant team members to redirect their time and efforts back to quality and culinary innovation.”

Hospitality Technology: 2019 Top Women in Restaurant Technology

View the full article <a href="https://www.qsrmagazine.com/news/dickey-s-barbecue-pit-wins-global-franchise-award">here</a> .&nbsp;
Dickey’s Barbecue Pit was recently recognized at the International Franchising Association Show in Las Vegas as a winner of the Global Franchise Award in the Food and Beverage Category. Roland Dickey, Jr., CEO of Dickey’s Capital Group, was there to accept the award.
As a 77-year-old brand, Dickey’s Barbecue Pit began in Dallas, Texas, as a barbecue stand and quickly expanded under the leadership of Roland Dickey, Jr. with more than 500 location across the United States. In 2018, Dickey’s opened the first international location in Abu Dhabi with more than 40 other locations in the pipeline to open in the coming years. Dickey’s has also signed an agreement to open locations in Canada beginning in 2019.
“As a family owned brand, we are proud to have been honored with the Global Franchise Award this year,” says Roland Dickey, Jr., CEO of Dickey’s Capital Group. “Our team works hard to create relationships with the best partners that will exemplify the Dickey’s Barbecue Pit brand and bring authentic, Texas-style barbecue to folks across the world.”

QSR: Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Wins Global Franchise Award

View the full segment <a href="https://foxreno.com/news/mornings-on-fox-11/founder-of-dickeys-barbecue-comes-to-mornings-on-fox-11">here</a> .&nbsp;

Dickey's Barbecue Founder Shares Tips for Making the Best Brisket

View the full article <a href="https://mynbc15.com/news/local/container-park-open-in-spanish-fort">here</a> .&nbsp;
The Fort Container Park, located at Spanish Fort Town Center is now open. The Fort opened for the first time with a “soft opening” today. It’s a vibrant food and beverage container park featuring a configuration of ten repurposed shipping containers that have been transformed into individually operated and functioning retail and restaurant spaces. The Fort operators share a common open-air environment where patrons sit, dine and enjoy themselves.
The Fort is home to a number of eateries, plus craft brews, wine and cocktails, as well as an adjacent performance space. Open and operating as of today are:
Beakers Coffee/Sno Biz
Bleus Burger
Deuce Coop
Dickey’s Barbecue Pit
Dragonfly Taco Bar
Happy Pizza
Soul Bowlz
Tap Station

NBC15: Container Park 'The Fort' open in Spanish Fort

View the full segment <a href="https://mynbc15.com/features/interviews/dickeys-barbeque-pit-shares-brisket-prep-tips">here</a> .&nbsp;

Gulf Coast Today: Mr. Dickey shares barbecue tips

View the full article <a href="https://www.franchising.com/news/20190228_dickeys_original_location_celebrates_barbecue_beer.html">here</a> .
(Dallas, TX) Since 1941, Dickey's Barbecue Pit has served barbecue lovers authentic, Texas-style barbecue and savory sides. For the first time in 78 years, Dickey's announces the addition of a full-service bar, Central Bar, to their original location in Dallas, TX, giving guests a more legit Texas barbecue experience.
"As a family-owned business, starting small with our first location in Dallas, TX, we are proud to have grown to be the largest barbecue franchise in the world," says Laura Rea Dickey, CEO of Dickey's Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. "To celebrate this milestone for our brand, staying true to offering beer as we did back in 1941, we are inviting guests to Central Bar to enjoy our legit barbecue, ice-cold beer and great music."
At Central Bar, guests can always order a drink with their lunch or dinner to enhance that smoky barbecue flavor. They can also stay after hours to take advantage of the full bar, limited barbecue menu and enjoy the Dickey's vibe. In constructing Central Bar, Dickey's uncovered an original window from when the building was first built, giving bar patrons a direct look at Dickey's Pit Masters pulling slow-smoked brisket off the original Pit, still used at the location.
In the on-demand world of today, the stay-at-home customer trend is here to stay as guests want everything at their convenience. Though, as a brand, we are heavily focused on our delivery initiatives, we also want guests in the Dickey's dining room instead of their own. Dickey's guests look for an experience when they dine out, so by including a full bar along with extending the kitchen, Dickey's now creates a unique experience that has not been offered in this location before. Along with the bar, Dickey's has included a beautiful wood patio area for patrons to enjoy their beer and barbecue.
The Dickey's original location is commonly referred to as the "Central Dickey's location" and is where Dickey's folks encourage new guests to go for the first time, which is why "Central Bar" fit perfectly as the name. Central Bar opens Friday, March 1 at 5 p.m. 'til late.

Dickey's Original Location Celebrates Barbecue, Beer and Music

View the full article <a href="https://www.qsrmagazine.com/news/dickey-s-adds-full-service-bar-original-dallas-location">here</a> .&nbsp;
Since 1941, Dickey’s Barbecue Pit has served barbecue lovers authentic, Texas-style barbecue and savory sides. For the first time in 78 years, Dickey’s announces the addition of a full-service bar, Central Bar, to their original location in Dallas, giving guests a more legit Texas barbecue experience.
“As a family-owned business, starting small with our first location in Dallas, TX, we are proud to have grown to be the largest barbecue franchise in the world,” says Laura Rea Dickey, CEO of Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. “To celebrate this milestone for our brand, staying true to offering beer as we did back in 1941, we are inviting guests to Central Bar to enjoy our legit barbecue, ice-cold beer and great music.”
At Central Bar, guests can always order a drink with their lunch or dinner to enhance that smoky barbecue flavor. They can also stay after hours to take advantage of the full bar, limited barbecue menu and enjoy the Dickey’s vibe. In constructing Central Bar, Dickey’s uncovered an original window from when the building was first built, giving bar patrons a direct look at Dickey’s Pit Masters pulling slow-smoked brisket off the original Pit, still used at the location.
In the on-demand world of today, the stay-at-home customer trend is here to stay as guests want everything at their convenience. Though, as a brand, we are heavily focused on our delivery initiatives, we also want guests in the Dickey’s dining room instead of their own. Dickey’s guests look for an experience when they dine out, so by including a full bar along with extending the kitchen, Dickey’s now creates a unique experience that has not been offered in this location before. Along with the bar, Dickey’s has included a beautiful wood patio area for patrons to enjoy their beer and barbecue.
The Dickey’s original location is commonly referred to as the “Central Dickey’s location” and is where Dickey’s folks encourage new guests to go for the first time, which is why “Central Bar” fit perfectly as the name. Central Bar opens Friday, March 1 at 5 p.m. ‘til late.

Dickey’s Adds Full-Service Bar at Original Dallas Location

View the full article <a href="https://www.fastcasual.com/news/dickeys-barbecue-landing-in-bowie-texas/">here</a> .&nbsp;
A Dickey’s Barbecue will open in Bowie, Texas, by year's end, launched by Luke and Ashley Bates.
The couple are experienced franchise operators, having previously run a taco concept in the local area. After researching Dickey's, they determined it was a perfect fit for their hometown, according to a press release.
"Our restaurant concepts truly are about giving back to the community that has given so much to us over the years," said Luke Bates in the press release. "We are excited to have the opportunity to serve the residents of Bowie Dickey's authentic barbecue."

Fast Casual: Dickey's Barbecue landing in Bowie, Texas

View the full article <a href="https://www.franchising.com/news/20190213_local_restaurateurs_bring_dickeyrsquos_barbecue_pi.html">here</a> .&nbsp;
&nbsp;Bowie, TX - Dickey’s Barbecue Pit franchisees Luke and Ashley Bates plan to open their first Dickey’s location in their hometown of Bowie, TX in late 2019.
“Since we first opened our doors in 1941, Dickey’s has been a staple in communities across the nation, bringing folks a delicious and authentic barbecue option,” says Laura Rea Dickey, CEO of Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. “We look forward to the success Luke and Ashley will have in bringing our style of barbecue to their community.”
After creating a very successful taco concept in their local area, the Bates decided to venture out into another fast casual concept, Texas-style barbecue. After trying Dickey’s and researching the brand, this duo felt like it would be the perfect fit for their hometown.
“Our restaurant concepts truly are about giving back to the community that has given so much to us over the years,” says Luke. “We are excited to have the opportunity to serve the residents of Bowie Dickey’s authentic barbecue.”
Find your nearest Dickey’s Barbecue Pit location: https://www.dickeys.com/location/search-by-state. Find more information about national and international franchise opportunities: https://www.dickeys.com/franchise.

Local Restaurateurs Bring Dickey’s Barbecue Pit to Bowie, TX

View the full article <a href="https://www.great-taste.net/event/double-up-with-2-for-22/">here</a> .&nbsp;
Dickey’s Barbecue Pit offers guests the perfect lunch or dinner option for two with 2 two-meat plates for only $22 at participating locations.
During February and March, guests can dine-in or carry out Dickey’s famous two-meat plates for a delicious deal. Dickey’s two-meat plate includes the guests’ choice of two meats, two sides, and a buttery roll.
Guests can enjoy this deal by dining in-store, ordering online or through the Dickey’s App.
When: During February and March
Cost: 2 two-meat plates for only $22
For more information on participating locations visit their website here.

Great Taste Magazine: Double Up with 2 for $22

View the full article <a href="https://www.yaktrinews.com/news/dickey-s-barbecue-pit-giving-free-meals-to-first-responders-in-tri-cities/1012847862">here</a> .&nbsp;
TRI-CITIES, Wash. - Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is giving free meals to first responders at its three Tri-Cities locations on Monday.
Locations in Kennewick, Richland and Pasco are hosting “First Responders Eat Free Monday” from noon to 7 p.m. to say thanks to the crews who’ve been working in harsh conditions to keep people safe during this week’s winter storm.
“Now it’s time for us to give back," Dickey's said on Facebook.
The offer applies to law enforcement, firefighters, paramedics and snowplow operators too! The menu will be limited.
Locations:
122 US-395, Kennewick, WA
6627 Burden Blvd C, Pasco, WA
2530 Queensgate Dr, Richland, WA
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Dickey's BBQ Offers Free Meals to First Responders in Tri-Cities

View the full article <a href="https://www.ipouritinc.com/dickeys-barbecue-ipourit-press-release/">here</a> .&nbsp;
Dickey’s Barbecue Pit, a family-owned American barbecue restaurant chain scheduled to open in Napa, will offer self-serve beer and wine using iPourIt technolog.
Napa, Calif. – February 1, 2019 – Dickey’s Barbecue Pit and iPourIt bring something special to Napa, Calif.
iPourIt increases its lead in the market with the installation of an eight-tap self-serve beer wall using its beverage dispense technology. This will be the first Dickey’s in the state of California to install a self-serve beverage dispense system. The tap wall will offer a rotating selection of craft beers and wines. &nbsp;
Husband and wife duo and military veterans, René and Gwen Bassett, decided to open the Dickey’s location in Napa to offer a new and unique tasting experience. It will be the first and only self-serve location in Wine Country. The self-pour concept gives patrons total control over their drinking experience, allowing them to make their own buying and pricing decisions, pour their own beverage, avoid long lines, and try a specialized offering of their choosing without having to purchase an entire glass or pint.
“We thought the self-serve concept was a great idea. We were referred to iPourIt and the rest is history. iPourIt won us over with their data reporting, the functionality of their technology, and their consultative process.”
Gwen Bassett
The self-serve concept benefits the operator as well, as it’s a proven successful business model. iPourIt’s data collected from over 150 locations tells us operators see an increase in top-line revenue and alcohol to food sales, a decrease in familiar labor expenses associated with food production, and stronger gross profits dues to alcohol’s low cost of goods.&nbsp;
“iPourIt is excited to bring the self-serve concept to Napa. We look for operators who will work with us through our consultative sales approach to appropriately implement the self-pour concept and offer a unique and positive experience to patrons. René and Gwen is the perfect team to partner with and to install iPourIt’s first system in a Dickey’s franchise location.”
Darren Nicholson, Vice President of iPourIt
The Napa location will be on the southside of town surrounding other local businesses and plans to open in February 2019.
About iPourIt, Inc.
iPourIt, Inc. is North America’s leader in self-serve beverage dispense technology with over 150 locations installed and operating, over 100 million ounces poured and 4,000 taps installed. iPourIt partners with operators to provide an interactive, on-premise, self-service beer &amp; wine experience promoting consumer choice and sampling. While enhancing customer satisfaction, the technology has proven to increase revenue and drive profitability through higher space utilization and lower operating costs for clients. Contact us at https://www.ipouritinc.com/contact-us/.

iPourIt: Dickey's Barbecue Pit Installs Self-Pour Tap 

View the full segment <a href="https://fox40.com/2019/02/05/dickeys-hosting-first-responder-appreciation-event/">here</a> .&nbsp;

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