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Yahoo
15 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Dickey's Barbecue Partners with Toast For Charity to Launch Dickey's x Toast For Charity Internship Program with Exclusive Scholarship Opportunity for DFW Students
New collaboration provides hands-on marketing experience and educational support to college students Dickey's Barbecue Partners with Toast For Charity to Launch Dickey's x Toast For Charity Internship Program with Exclusive Scholarship Opportunity for DFW Students Dallas, TX, June 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dickey's Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. is excited to announce its new partnership with Toast For Charity, a Dallas-based nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering youth from underserved communities. The Dickey's x Toast For Charity Internship Program offers college students the unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in retail marketing and communications with the Dickey's brand, while also receiving support for their educational journey through an exclusive scholarship. The internship program is open to college students, including participants in Toast For Charity's annual M.A.D. Pitch Competition. As part of this collaboration, Toast For Charity will award a scholarship to one select student from their pitch competition, further enhancing their educational opportunities. Applications for the M.A.D. Pitch Competition will open from June 19 to September 12, with the competition taking place on November 8, 2025. 'We are thrilled to partner with Toast For Charity to offer this internship opportunity to college students in our community,' said Laura Rea Dickey, CEO of Dickey's Barbecue. 'At Dickey's, we are deeply committed to giving back, and this program is a reflection of our dedication to nurturing the next generation of leaders in both the restaurant and marketing industries.' 'Creating pathways for young talent to grow and learn in our industry is crucial to ensuring the future of retail marketing,' said Roland Dickey, Jr., CEO of Dickey's Capital Group. 'Through this partnership with Toast For Charity, we're not just offering internships – we're giving students the tools and experiences they need to unlock their full potential.' Kinyana McCoy, Dickey's Retail Marketing Manager and Savannah State University alumna, shared her excitement for the program's impact: 'As a proud graduate of Savannah State University, I am especially excited about this internship program. It not only provides students with invaluable marketing experience but also strengthens the connection between Dickey's and the local community.' This internship program reflects Dickey's ongoing commitment to fostering educational growth, community engagement, and opportunity for young talent. Dickey's is proud to support local students and looks forward to expanding this initiative for future generations. About Dickey's Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. Founded in 1941 by the Dickey family, Dickey's Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. is the world's largest barbecue concept and continues as a third-generation family-run business. For more than 80 years, Dickey's Barbecue Pit has served millions with its signature Legit. Texas. Barbecue.™ Slow-smoked over hickory wood-burning pits, Dickey's barbecued meats are paired with a variety of Southern sides. Committed to authentic barbecue, Dickey's never takes shortcuts — because real barbecue can't be rushed. With more than 866 restaurants across eight concepts in the U.S. and several countries, Dickey's Barbecue Franchise and Dickey's Restaurant Brands continue to grow under the leadership of Roland Dickey Jr., CEO of Dickey's Capital Group, and Laura Rea Dickey, CEO of Dickey's Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. Dickey's has been recognized on Newsweek's 2022 "America's Favorite Restaurant Chains" list, Nation's Restaurant News 2024 top fast-casual brands for value, and USA Today's 2021 Readers' Choice Awards. The brand has also ranked in the Top 20 of Fast Casual's 'Top 100 Movers and Shakers' for four of the past five years. Additional accolades include Entrepreneur's Top 500 Franchise and Hospitality Technology's Industry Heroes list. The brand has been featured by Fox News, Forbes, Franchise Times, The Wall Street Journal, and People Magazine. For more information, visit For franchise opportunities, visit Attachment Dickey's Barbecue Partners with Toast For Charity to Launch Dickey's x Toast For Charity Internship Program with Exclusive Scholarship Opportunity for DFW Students CONTACT: Louisa Garrett Dickey's Barbecue Pit lgarrett@ in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Time Out
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out
Don't miss this free Downtown Montreal festival over the long weekend
Breaking and 3x3 Basketball? A M.A.D. pop-up market at Time Out Market Montréal with 20 local vendors? BMX Flatland, Freestyle Soccer, and urban dance? The Urban Games festival is returning to Downtown Montreal for the fourth year, and is going to be better than ever. Looking for something to do over the long weekend? Free and open to all, the festival will welcome top athletes from around the world and local champions for high-level competitions and demonstrations. Dedicated to urban sports, the festival brings together the best of the local and international sports scenes to celebrate adrenaline, boldness, talent, and passion. Expect sports competitions, battles, artistic performances, live warm-ups, and introductory sessions to various urban sports—offering everyone a chance to discover new things in a vibrant, music-filled atmosphere in the heart of downtown Montréal. When are the Urban Games? From May 16 to 18, 2025, the Urban Games is coming to downtown Montreal for its 4th edition. In addition to fan favourites like BMX Flatland, Freestyle Soccer, and urban dance, the 2025 edition will feature new experiences, including Breaking and 3x3 Basketball, interactive sports stations in collaboration with the Réseau du sport étudiant du Québec (RSEQ), and a M.A.D. Pop-Up Market at Time Out Market Montréal showcasing Québec businesses. To host this expanded lineup, the festival is adding a second stage at Esplanade PVM at Place Ville Marie, alongside the original site at the Montreal Eaton Centre. The festival is adding a M.A.D. Pop-up Market at Time Out Market Montréal showcasing local businesses. Local products, urban style (clothing, accessories, etc.), beauty products, and more will be available thanks to some 20 participating merchants for three days at Time Out Market Montréal—home to some of the best chefs and restaurants in the city under one roof. When is the M.A.D. Pop-Up Market at Time Out Market Montréal? Visit Time Out Market Montréal from May 16 to 18, 2025, to check out all the local vendors. What are the highlights of the Urban Games? Check out some of the amazing free activities: FIBA 3x3 Basketball Tournament Basketball 3x3 is making a bold debut in the Urban Games lineup, taking over Esplanade PVM at Place Ville Marie. For the occasion, teams from across North America will go head-to-head in a major competition with a coveted spot in the FIBA Lite Quest tournament in Edmonton up for grabs. Breaking Competition The Montreal Eaton Centre stage will host the Urban Games' very first Breaking competition. This fast-rising discipline will light up the floor with performances from 16 up-and-coming dancers, judged by a sharp-eyed panel. It's going to be a must-see showdown. More Activities Than Ever This year, the festival spans three iconic downtown Montreal locations, offering an even more immersive and accessible experience: An indoor stage at the Montreal Eaton Centre for BMX Flatland, urban dance, Breaking, and colourful sports showcases. An outdoor stage at Esplanade PVM at Place Ville Marie, where competitions unfold beneath the iconic Ring. The Esplanade will also feature public sports stations in collaboration with the RSEQ. The M.A.D. Pop-Up Market at Time Out Market Montréal, where visitors can browse and shop creations from dozens of local businesses.
The National
22-03-2025
- Business
- The National
Maximilian Busser is pushing the boundaries of watchmaking
Dubai-based watch entrepreneur Maximilian Busser at his M.A.D. Gallery. Photo: MB&F Dubai-based watch entrepreneur Maximilian Busser at his M.A.D. Gallery. Photo: MBF
