Tom O’Keefe started his career in the restaurant business working as legal counsel for the founder of Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen before moving on to stints at Ruth’s Chris Steak House and Smoothie King. Now, as managing director of Southern Classic Chicken, O’Keefe is leading the New Orleans-based chain into a new growth chapter, with plans to open at least 15 new units in Louisiana. Nation’s Restaurant News
Georgia DOT joins 11 states requiring e-Ticketing in 2026
The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) has launched a statewide e-Ticketing initiative—starting in 2026, all contractors will be required to use e-Ticketing under Section 110 of GDOT specifications. As a first step,
