Online Presence
There Was No Twitch or OnlyFans for Chefs. Then the Founders of Kittch Cooked Up a Great Idea.
Kittch CEO Brian Bedol discusses monetizing food content and innovative digital storytelling in the culinary world.
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Thought Leaders
How Restaurant365 CEO Tony Smith Uses Data to Make Better Decisions
On this episode of "Restaurant Influencers," Tony Smith, CEO of Restaurant365, explains using software to steer decision-making, the value of in-person events, and how to avoid burnout.
Building a Business
Sara Finnegan of Edley’s Restaurant Group Shares the Key Ingredient for Restaurant Success
Edley's Restaurant Group's Chief of Staff Sara Finnegan discusses the power of giving back, the value of user-generated content, and her passion for advocating for women in the hospitality industry.
Building a Business
Zack Oates of Ovation on Building Business Connections through Digital Storytelling
Interview with Ovation's Zack Oates about real-time guest feedback, creating loyalty through relationships, and digital storytelling that connects.
Building a Business
Gregg Majewski of Craveworthy Brands on the Advantages of Being #2
Interview with founder CEO of Craveworthy Brands Gregg Majewski about the power of being second, prioritizing hospitality, and the ongoing need for human service workers.
Building a Business
Elizabeth Chambers of BIRD Bakery on How to Expand in Business with Authenticity
Interview with BIRD Bakery founder Elizabeth Chambers about expanding internationally, social media storytelling, and embracing hospitality in every moment.
Building a Business
Jon Taffer of Bar Rescue on Succeeding in the Reaction Business
Interview with Bar Rescue Star and Executive Producer Jon Taffer about defeating self doubt, keeping authenticity intact, and being in the reaction business.
Online Presence
Condado Tacos CMO Sara Kear on Creating a Strategic Digital Footprint
Interview with Condado Tacos' Chief Marketing Officer Sara Kear about how to use social media for business and being forced to pivot.
Online Presence
Borekas Founder Uzi Wizman on Creating a Food Business from Social Media
Interview with Uzi Wizman, founder of Borekas and PSY Street Kitchen, about growing a brand from an Instagram Story and sharing culture with the world.
Building a Business
Dirty Dough Founder Bennett Maxwell on Mental Fitness and Podcasting with Purpose
Interview with Dirty Dough Founder Bennett Maxwell about his inspirational mission, creating balanced social media content, and podcasting with purpose.
Building a Business
Pepper Lunch Team on Seizing Unique Opportunities for Global Growth
Interview with Pepper Lunch executive team Troy Hooper, Yuto Tago, and Sumio Matsumoto about Japanese hospitality and the "DIY Teppanyaki" brand story.
Marketing
Lawrence Longo of Off the Menu on the Secret to Business Partnerships
Longo discusses his unique dining concept created out of providing access to food items that are not on the menu at popular restaurants.
Thought Leaders
Joy Zarembka of Busboys and Poets on Inviting Customers to Take a Deliberate Pause
Interview with Busboys and Poets COO Joy Zarembka about operating an inviting restaurant, being a stage for the community to connect, and the importance of feedback.
Building a Business
Steve Chang of Copa Vida on Building Organic Community in Coffee Shops
Interview with Copa Vida Owner Steve Chang about building community, the "Go. Enjoy. Experience." mantra, and how technology helps restaurants adapt.
Tech
Shootz Restaurant CEO Harold Walters on Connecting with a Large, Organic Audience
Interview with Shootz CEO about the benefits of using the Ovation platform, switching to Toast from Clover, and the importance of digital media.
Building a Business
Honeygrow Founder Justin Rosenberg on Making Customers Happy with Kick Ass Service
Interview with honeygrow CEO/Founder about having a timeline to make mistakes, learning to manage up, and finding joy in your work.
Online Presence
Sam Fonseca of Roll-Em-Up Taquitos on Simplicity for Successful Restaurants
Interview with Roll-Em-Up Taquitos COO Sam Fonseca about the power of social media, adjusting for customer expectations, and keeping Mama Karen's legacy alive.
Building a Business
Andy Hooper of Hart House on Pioneering a Plant-Based Revolution
Interview with Andy Hooper of Hart House about co-founding the modern restaurant company with Kevin Hart, making plant-based food accessible to all, and investing in employees.
Building a Business
Charles Bililies of Souvla on Creating a Fast-Fine Greek Restaurant
Interview with Founder/CEO of Souvla Charles Bililies about being a fast-fine restaurant, believing in an entrepreneurial vision, and how Toast technology revamped his tech stack.
Online Presence
Guga of GUGA FOODS on Breaking the Rules of BBQ and Social Media
Interview with Guga of Guga Foods about becoming a YouTube Sensation, the power of content collaboration, and his book Guga: Breaking the Barbecue Rules.
Building a Business
Mr. Bake Kareem Queeman on Telling Your Product Story
Interview with Kareem Queeman, founder of Mr. Bake Sweets, about being a voice for the LBGTQ+ community, building a product story, and leaning into your power.
Building a Business
Steele Smiley of Steele Brands on Moving from Fitness to Restaurants
Interview with Steele Smiley about the fitness and restaurant business, creating a hospitality ecosystem, and being the nice and cool kids at the lunch table.
Building a Business
Shawn Walchef of Cali BBQ Media talks Toast and Digital Hospitality
Interview with Cali BBQ Media founder Shawn Walchef about starting a media company, being the tortoise not the hare, and making a tech stack.
Building a Business
Josh Halpern of Shaq’s BIG CHICKEN on BIG Fun and BIG Ideas
Interview with Big Chicken CEO Josh Halpern about big fun and big work with Shaquille O'Neal, opening a restaurant in space, and moving as one team with one dream.
Building a Business
Jeff Fenster of Everbowl on How To Start a Media Company
Interview with CEO of Everbowl Jeff Fenster about ditching commercials for content, the Relationship Bank Account, creating The Jeff Fenster Show, and asking for help.
Building a Business
Ford Fry of Rocket Farm Restaurants on Making Memorable Customer Experiences
Interview with Rocket Farm Restaurants founder/owner Ford Fry on his dream to help others, the increasing role of technology in restaurants, and creating emotional connections with customers.
Online Presence
Chris Do of The Futur on his 1 Billion Mission
Interview with CEO of The Futur Chris Do about self development, creating the best content, and The Futur Euro Tour.