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•  Target-owned Shipt announced that it has hired Amy Benson as its new chief people and community officer.  The announcement notes that Benson "has spent her career at Target, most recently serving as a vice president of human resources."


•  The Wall Street Journal reports that "Burger King owner Restaurant Brands International Inc. named a new chief executive Tuesday, saying the company needs to do more to help its restaurant owners improve their profits.

"The Toronto-based fast-food chain operator said Joshua Kobza, the company’s chief operating officer, will take over as CEO March 1. Mr. Kobza previously served as Restaurant Brands’ chief financial officer and chief technology officer in his 11 years with the company."