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Forbes
5 days ago
- Business
- Forbes
The Story Of How Former Sonic Executives Modernized An Iconic Brand For The 21st Century Customer
'Bricks and Clicks' by Clifford Hudson and Craig Miller is released with Forbes Books. NEW YORK (June 3, 2025)—Bricks and Clicks: How We Drove Sonic into the Digital Age by Clifford Hudson and Craig Miller is now available on most retail channels, including Amazon. The book is published with Forbes Books, the exclusive business book publishing imprint of Forbes. Bricks and Clicks offers a compelling narrative about how two industry veterans―Hudson and Miller―transformed a nostalgic drive-in chain into a digitally driven, customer-focused powerhouse. The book provides deep insights into their leadership journey and the innovative strategies that helped Sonic thrive during periods of uncertainty and ever-changing market conditions well into the 21st century. This isn't just another business memoir—it's a playbook for modern leadership, packed with hard-earned lessons, practical insights, and a universal framework for adapting the traditional brick-and-mortar business model for long-term sustainable growth in the digital age. Drawing on decades of brand-building experience with dozens of top-tier companies, Hudson and Miller created a blueprint for business leaders that starts with a tech-enabled business case, a digital business plan—including emerging technologies such as AI—and a multi-year implementation roadmap. Success in the 21st century means rethinking and adapting your traditional brick-and-mortar business model by tightly integrating your enterprise's digital and physical elements in ways that could harness the commercial power of digital technology and data to generate new topline growth and bottom-line efficiencies. 'Final Verdict: Hudson and Miller deliver a masterclass in digital transformation, balancing storytelling with strategic wisdom,' said a pre-launch reader in a Goodreads review of the book. Bricks and Clicks is an essential read for executives, business leaders, and entrepreneurs. It offers focused lessons on navigating change, building resilient enterprises, and harnessing technology to unlock new opportunities in the digital economy. This release is posted on behalf of Forbes Books (operated by Advantage Media Group under license). Clifford Hudson is the former CEO of Sonic Corp., where he spent more than twenty-five years leading the company through substantial growth well into the digital era. Under his leadership, Sonic evolved from a nostalgic drive-in concept to a modern, technology-integrated business, growing from $800 million to $4.5 billion in systemwide sales. Hudson lives in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, where he continues contributing his expertise through public service, board service, public speaking, and advisory roles. Craig Miller is a seasoned technology executive and business strategist with over four decades of experience working with dozens of top-tier brands. Specializing in the development and execution of bold business strategies that harness the power of digital, data, and AI to drive top-line growth and bottom-line efficiencies. His work with Sonic played a pivotal role in modernizing operations, customer engagement innovation, and setting the foundation for new levels of future growth. Miller resides in North Carolina, where he continues to provide his leadership and expertise through public service, board advisement, public speaking, and consulting. Founded in 2016 in partnership with Advantage Media Group, Forbes Books is the exclusive book publishing imprint of Forbes Media. Forbes Books offers business and thought leaders a way to share their ideas and expertise with the world. Authors are carefully vetted to ensure their stories and insights align with the Forbes mission of driving success through innovation and entrepreneurial thinking. For more information, visit
Forbes
06-05-2025
- Business
- Forbes
A Founder's Guide To Protecting Digital Platforms From Unnecessary Risks
'Bulletproof Your Marketplace' by Jeremy H. Gottschalk is released with Forbes Books. NEW YORK (May 6, 2025) — Bulletproof Your Marketplace: Strategies for Protecting Your Digital Platform by Jeremy H. Gottschalk is available today on Amazon. The book is published with Forbes Books, the exclusive business book publishing imprint of Forbes. Online marketplace and digital platform leaders spend incalculable time and energy growing and scaling their businesses. However, as Jeremy Gottschalk has seen too often, many overlook a crucial factor for long-term success—mitigating the risks, liabilities, and legal exposures that could lead to failure. In Bulletproof Your Marketplace , Gottschalk—an attorney and marketplace trust and safety expert—offers a comprehensive resource for founders and executives seeking to protect their businesses from regulatory pitfalls and security threats. Expanding on learnings from his Marketplace Risk conferences, Gottschalk's book is the key to building more defensible, resilient and legally sound digital platforms. Readers will gain a deeper understanding of: ● The risks that marketplaces and digital platforms face ● Legal strategies and contractual defenses to shield their business from liability ● Best practices for trust and safety, terms of use, privacy policies and regulatory compliance ● Methods to prevent costly litigation and safeguard their platforms from legal threats Whether launching a startup or managing a large-scale marketplace, Bulletproof Your Marketplace can help ensure your business thrives while staying protected from needless risks. This release is posted on behalf of Forbes Books (operated by Advantage Media Group under license). About the Author Jeremy Gottschalk is the foremost expert on marketplace and digital platform trust and safety, risk management, and legal strategy. An attorney with more than twenty years of experience representing marketplaces and digital platforms, he is the former General Counsel for the online marketplace Sittercity and the founder and CEO of Marketplace Risk ( the premier resource for education, networking, and collaboration for marketplaces and digital platforms worldwide. A fierce advocate for the platform ecosystem, Jeremy is the founder and executive director of the Marketplace Industry Association. About Forbes Books Founded in 2016 in partnership with Advantage Media Group, Forbes Books is the exclusive book publishing imprint of Forbes Media. Forbes Books offers business and thought leaders a way to share their ideas and expertise with the world. Authors are carefully vetted to ensure their stories and insights align with the Forbes mission of driving success through innovation and entrepreneurial thinking. For more information, visit
Forbes
06-05-2025
- Health
- Forbes
Leading Healthcare Executive Examines How AI, Big Tech, And Retail Medicine Are Reshaping The Industry
'The Great Healthcare Disruption: Big Tech, Bold Policy, and the Future of American Medicine' by Marschall Runge is released with Forbes Books. NEW YORK (May 6, 2025) — The Great Healthcare Disruption: Big Tech, Bold Policy, and the Future of American Medicine by Marschall Runge, MD, PhD, is now available on Amazon. The book is published with Forbes Books, the exclusive business book publishing imprint of Forbes. In The Great Healthcare Disruption , Dr. Runge explores the forces changing medicine, from artificial intelligence and telehealth to Big Tech's growing role in patient care. As a physician-scientist and leader in academic medicine, Dr. Runge presents a frontline perspective on the challenges and opportunities created by healthcare's rapid evolution. He examines the rise of retail medicine, the promise of personalized gene therapies, the impact of AI-driven diagnostics, and the revolutionary new treatments addressing obesity, behavioral health, and chronic disease. More than a survey of emerging technologies, The Great Healthcare Disruption seeks to ensure that innovation leads to more accessible, equitable, and effective care. Dr. Runge discusses how policymakers, providers, and patients can manage these changes to create a healthcare system that works for everyone. 'With The Great Healthcare Disruption , I want to encourage conversations about the future of medicine and healthcare,' said Runge. 'I want to engage you in critical thinking about the impact and quality of the care that can result from disruptive transformations examined in this book. I want to initiate a new understanding of what's possible, inspiring innovative solutions to the biggest challenges facing the healthcare industry.' This book is essential reading for healthcare professionals and consumers alike. It provides a comprehensive look at the most significant medical transformations of our time. This release is posted on behalf of Forbes Books (operated by Advantage Media Group under license). About the Author Dr. Marschall Runge serves as executive vice president for medical affairs at the University of Michigan, dean of the medical school, and CEO of Michigan Medicine. With advanced degrees from Vanderbilt and Johns Hopkins, and specialized training at Harvard's Massachusetts General Hospital, he has spent his career driving healthcare innovation and transforming medical education. His insights draw from decades of experience as both a practicing cardiologist and a healthcare executive. Dr. Runge has authored numerous medical books and the novel, Coded to Kil l , a techno-medical thriller about the rising risks associated with electronic medical records and artificial intelligence. About Forbes Books Founded in 2016 in partnership with Advantage Media Group, Forbes Books is the exclusive book publishing imprint of Forbes Media. Forbes Books offers business and thought leaders a way to share their ideas and expertise with the world. Authors are carefully vetted to ensure their stories and insights align with the Forbes mission of driving success through innovation and entrepreneurial thinking. For more information, visit
Associated Press
29-04-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
How AI is Quietly Reshaping Global Supply Chains
'The AI Ecosystems Revolution: Transforming the Global Supply Chain through Real-Time Collaboration' by Joe Hudicka is released with Forbes Books. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 / / -- 'The AI Ecosystems Revolution: Transforming the Global Supply Chain through Real-Time Collaboration' by Joe Hudicka is now available on Amazon. The book is published with Forbes Books, the exclusive business book publishing imprint of Forbes. Our global supply chain is bogged down by outdated forecasting methods, middlemen, and inefficiencies that slow down business and frustrate consumers. In 'The AI Ecosystems Revolution,' Joe Hudicka presents a new way forward, leveraging AI-driven collaboration, real-time data, and his proprietary concepts to create smarter, more resilient supply chains. A longtime innovator in logistics and technology, Hudicka outlines the Silent Shift™, an ongoing transformation in supply chain management that is happening behind the scenes—where companies that embrace AI and collaborative ecosystems will thrive while those that resist will be left behind. He introduces practical solutions such as: >Forestreaming™ – A revolutionary shift away from traditional forecasting to real-time, data-driven decision-making. >AI Ecosystems™ – The integration of AI to optimize and streamline global trade. >Connected Conversations™ – How transparent data-sharing can eliminate inefficiencies and improve outcomes for businesses and consumers. >Predictive Logistics – Using AI to anticipate disruptions before they happen. >The Future of Supply Chain Leadership – Why companies must rethink logistics as a competitive advantage. Packed with real-world case studies, industry insights, and an engaging narrative, 'The AI Ecosystems Revolution' offers clear advice for supply chain leaders, business executives, and entrepreneurs looking to stay ahead in an increasingly complex global economy. Whether you're a CEO rethinking operations, a logistics manager looking to improve efficiency, or simply curious about the future of AI in business, this book provides a clear, actionable guide to the next era of supply chain transformation. 'This book is a bridge to our digital future in global supply,' Hudicka said. 'It's time we stop making people help software, and start making software that actually helps people. It's time we finally put people first! That's what the AI Ecosystems Revolution is all about.' This release is posted on behalf of Forbes Books (operated by Advantage Media Group under license). About the Author Joe Hudicka is the CEO and founder of EvenFlow, whose mission is to stop making people help technology and start making technology help people. In 2001, he founded The Clarity Team, LLC, where he is the senior solutions architect, and in 2016, he imagined and launched Fizzee Labs Foundation, an award-winning innovation education nonprofit. He is also an Adjunct Professor of MBA and Undergraduate Innovation & Entrepreneurship programs at Rider University, where he serves on the Center for Entrepreneurial Studies Advisory Council and Center for Business Analytics Advisory Council. He is a volunteer entrepreneur in residence. Joe currently lives in Lawrenceville, New Jersey, with his wife and two children. About Forbes Books Founded in 2016 in partnership with Advantage Media Group, Forbes Books is the exclusive book publishing imprint of Forbes Media. Forbes Books offers business and thought leaders a way to share their ideas and expertise with the world. Authors are carefully vetted to ensure their stories and insights align with the Forbes mission of driving success through innovation and entrepreneurial thinking. For more information, visit Media Contact Samantha Miller Forbes Books +1 843-284-6318 email us here Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content 'as is' without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above.
Forbes
29-04-2025
- Business
- Forbes
How AI Is Quietly Reshaping Global Supply Chains
'The AI Ecosystems Revolution: Transforming the Global Supply Chain through Real-Time Collaboration' by Joe Hudicka is released with Forbes Books. NEW YORK (April 29, 2025) — The AI Ecosystems Revolution: Transforming the Global Supply Chain through Real-Time Collaboration by Joe Hudicka is now available on Amazon. The book is published with Forbes Books, the exclusive business book publishing imprint of Forbes. Our global supply chain is bogged down by outdated forecasting methods, middlemen, and inefficiencies that slow down business and frustrate consumers. In The AI Ecosystems Revolution, Joe Hudicka presents a new way forward, leveraging AI-driven collaboration, real-time data, and his proprietary concepts to create smarter, more resilient supply chains. A longtime innovator in logistics and technology, Hudicka outlines the Silent Shift™, an ongoing transformation in supply chain management that is happening behind the scenes—where companies that embrace AI and collaborative ecosystems will thrive while those that resist will be left behind. He introduces practical solutions such as: Packed with real-world case studies, industry insights, and an engaging narrative, The AI Ecosystems Revolution offers clear advice for supply chain leaders, business executives, and entrepreneurs looking to stay ahead in an increasingly complex global economy. Whether you're a CEO rethinking operations, a logistics manager looking to improve efficiency, or simply curious about the future of AI in business, this book provides a clear, actionable guide to the next era of supply chain transformation. 'This book is a bridge to our digital future in global supply,' Hudicka said. 'It's time we stop making people help software, and start making software that actually helps people. It's time we finally put people first! That's what the AI Ecosystems Revolution is all about.' This release is posted on behalf of Forbes Books (operated by Advantage Media Group under license). Joe Hudicka is the CEO and founder of EvenFlow, whose mission is to stop making people help technology and start making technology help people. In 2001, he founded The Clarity Team, LLC, where he is the senior solutions architect, and in 2016, he imagined and launched Fizzee Labs Foundation, an award-winning innovation education nonprofit. He is also an Adjunct Professor of MBA and Undergraduate Innovation & Entrepreneurship programs at Rider University, where he serves on the Center for Entrepreneurial Studies Advisory Council and Center for Business Analytics Advisory Council. He is a volunteer entrepreneur in residence. Joe currently lives in Lawrenceville, New Jersey, with his wife and two children. Founded in 2016 in partnership with Advantage Media Group, Forbes Books is the exclusive book publishing imprint of Forbes Media. Forbes Books offers business and thought leaders a way to share their ideas and expertise with the world. Authors are carefully vetted to ensure their stories and insights align with the Forbes mission of driving success through innovation and entrepreneurial thinking. For more information, visit Media Contact Samantha Miller, smiller@
