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Giada De Laurentiis's Major Deal With Amazon Is a New Frontier for the Chef and Entrepreneur

Celebrity chef Giada De Laurentiis discusses turning a two-minute demo into a two-decade career, going all-in on content and commerce and what she's building next with Amazon.

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Giada De Laurentiis's Major Deal With Amazon Is a New Frontier for the Chef and Entrepreneur

Celebrity chef Giada De Laurentiis discusses turning a two-minute demo into a two-decade career, going all-in on content and commerce and what she's building next with Amazon.

These College Friends Wanted to Sell Better Food. Now, Their Company Is Publicly Traded.

Sweetgreen co-founder Nicolas Jammet dives into how the brand got started, what setbacks it faced and how it's using automation in its 250-plus locations.

Fans Are Tattooing This Pizza Brand's Logo on Their Skin for a Year of Free Slices

&pizza CEO Mike Burns discusses turning customers into superfans, empowering staff and building a brand that breaks the rules.

This Chef Lost His Restaurant the Week Michelin Called. Now He's Made a Comeback By Perfecting One Recipe.

Chef Frank Neri discusses how a trip to Tijuana changed his view on flavor, a WhatsApp group kept him in the game, and doing one thing well became his recipe for success.

What It's Like Putting on a Restaurant Show for 55,000 People

Lisa Malikow discusses running a massive industry event, helping operators grow and why unexpected inspiration is the best part of the job.

How a Spot on 'The Montel Williams Show' Sparked a Restaurant Power Brand for This Miami Chef

Chef Adrianne Calvo discusses building confidence on national TV, turning guests into loyal customers and the power of storytelling in the kitchen.

A Loyal Customer Asked Him to Cater One Event. Now, He Runs More Than 1,000 a Year.

Sebastien Centner of Eatertainment discusses the five percent rule, his creative partnership with his wife and delivering more than what's on paper.

This 'Chopped' Champ Beat Cancer 6 Times, Lost Nearly 200 Pounds and Found Power in Presence

Chef Eric LeVine discusses what happens when you strip away ego, lead with truth and live fully in the moment both in and out of the kitchen.

How a 'Finance Guy' and 'Restaurant Guy' Joined Forces to Invest in Over 55 Companies

Branded Hospitality's unique blend of friendship, investment focus and a 'it takes a village' mindset is helping brands grow with purpose.

How a Jersey Kid Grew His Restaurant Business Into a West Coast Powerhouse

Brad Wise discusses the power of trust, the balance between growth and hospitality and the surprising crossover between running a butcher shop and a restaurant.

Most Creators Are Doing Brand Deals Wrong — And This Sponsorship Expert Has Some Advice for Them

Justin Moore discusses how to perfect a pitch, what brands care about and why storytelling is still a prized commodity.

This Chef Is Convinced One Cuisine Will Be the Next Big Thing in Fast-Casual Dining: 'I'm Betting My Career'

Michel Falcon of Brasa Peruvian Kitchen discusses deep family roots, thinking outside the box and why customers won't forget 1-844-GO-BRASA.

How This General Store Turned NYC Hotspot Earned Michelin's Attention

Amir Nathan of Sami & Susu discusses taking financial risks, reinventing a restaurant and bringing Israeli flavors to New York City.

A Long-Time Google Exec Shares the Secrets to Helping Customers Find Your Restaurant

Lisa Landsman, Google's head of industry engagement and SMB success, discusses eye-opening search trends and key data insights shaping restaurants for 2025.

This Hospitality Lawyer Has Worked for Big-Name Brands — And She Says This Is the Biggest Mistake Restaurant Owners Make

Christy Reuter discusses her deep passion for hospitality, the crucial role of lawyers in the industry and why she genuinely loves her clients.

About Restaurant Influencers

Welcome to the Restaurant Influencers podcast and video series. Every week host and restaurant owner Shawn P. Walchef talks with leaders about their secrets to Smartphone Storytelling and how to show up and engage where customers are spending time online.

Whether you need advice on how to get your business off the ground or you're just looking for inspiration, our video series have something for everyone. Browse our library below to find a series that speaks to you and your interests.

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