Podcast appearances and mentions of Nick Stone

I recently had the privilege of sitting down with Nick Stone, whose journey from AFL journeyman to founder of Bluestone Lane, America's fastest-growing premium café brand, exemplifies resilience and authentic leadership.Nick played just 20 games across Collingwood, Hawthorn and St. Kilda over six years, fighting for his career with each one-year contract. What struck me most was how Nick never allowed football to consume his identity, even while giving it everything he had. When his playing career ended—the same day he completed his Monash University degree—Nick embraced this transition as an opportunity rather than dwelling on what might have been.In our conversation, Nick shared how this experience shaped his approach to business and leadership. His philosophy of "unlocking versus extracting" potential and building trust through transparent feedback proved crucial when Bluestone Lane lost 87% of its revenue during COVID-19.Nick's story reminds us that leadership isn't about having all the answers, but about remaining genuinely curious and comfortable with the questions. His ability to balance seemingly opposing qualities—being data-driven while prioritising human connection, maintaining high standards while creating space for vulnerability—offers valuable lessons for anyone navigating leadership challenges.Join us for this thought-provoking discussion about finding your authentic self beyond your professional role, the power of embracing feedback, and the continuous journey of personal growth.Notebook ready. Play on!

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Send us a textEver wondered why it's crucial to champion Black authors in today's literary world? Join me, Jebeh Edmunds, as I unpack the pressing need for diverse voices and introduce you to some of my absolute favorites. This episode is a treasure trove of book recommendations that tackle racial and social justice head-on, featuring the compelling narratives of Angie Thomas and Nick Stone, whose works are essential for any high school curriculum focused on social equity. Trust me, these books are more than just stories—they're powerful tools for understanding the multifaceted human experience and advocating for a more inclusive literary landscape.But that's not all; I'm diving into the transformative works of Ibram X. Kendi, whose writings provide actionable steps for dismantling racism in everyday life. From "How to Be an Antiracist" to "400 Souls," and even "Stamped: Anti-Racism and You" for young readers, Kendi's books are both research-driven and deeply passionate. Plus, I share a personal classroom favorite, Jacqueline Woodson's "Brown Girl Dreaming," a poetic exploration of Black childhood. Whether you're looking to enrich your own bookshelf or encourage community learning, this episode is your guide to amplifying the diverse voices that are shaping our literary world. COME SAY Hey!! Instagram: @cultrallyjebeh_ Facebook: @JebehCulturalConsulting Pinterest: @Jebeh Cultural Consulting LinkedIn: @Jebeh Cultural Consulting Leave a Review on our Podcast! We value your feedback!Buy My eBook: Empowering Your BIPOC Students Enroll In My Digital Course: How To Be A Culturally Competent LeaderBuy My K-12 Lesson PlansSign Up For Our Newsletter

The Washington Demons basketball season, sponsored by Henshaw Trailer Sales, Jerry B. Robinson Daycare Center, and others, is filled with ups and downs as Coach Stark discusses the team's journey. Amidst a competitive Southeastern Conference, the Demons are 4-4, tied with Burlington, and fighting for a strong seed in the upcoming playoffs. Coach Stark reflects on crucial games, including a tough match with Fort Madison and a narrow victory over Atomwa, highlighting the team's resilience and determination. With players like Logan McDole nearing significant milestones, and young talents like Nick Stone making their mark, the team's spirit remains high. Facing upcoming challenges against formidable opponents like Mid-Prairie and Burlington, Coach Stark sees each game as a test and an opportunity to improve, with the aim of being at their best for postseason play.

Pro AFL player turned banker turned coffee founder, Nicholas Stone is a native of Melbourne Australia who moved to New York City in 2010.  He envisioned Bluestone Lane whilst attending Business School in New York, with the idea of providing a premium coffee experience that can be readily found in Melbourne Australia (but not readily in New York). His story of resilience, consistency and fearlessness is what has made Bluestone Lane expand rapidly since 2010 (and become my favorite latte in NY & LA!)  Bluestone Lane is sponsoring the upcoming Be Fearless event in NYC 4/27.  THE PERSONAL BRAND E-COURSE IS LIVE! Get it here! Sponsor this show at https://www.passionfroot.me/alexa-curtis Subscribe to Stay Fearless or Die Trying here.  BUY A MEDIA LIST OR MEDIA KIT HERE! 

NOTE: This segment has been extracted from the full-length episode, which originally aired on September 8, 2021. It has been REDEPLOYED. Andy McNab is a former member of the British SAS who led Bravo Two Zero during the first Gulf War.  During his time in the military, Andy conducted counter-terrorist and anti-drug missions in Central America, South America and throughout the Middle East. He also worked undercover in Northern Ireland.  He was captured in Iraq on a mission during the first Gulf War in 1991, an experience he recounts in his first book, Bravo Two Zero. Andy was awarded the Distinguished Conduct Medal (DCM) and Military Medal (MM). At the time he left SAS in 1993, he was the British Army's most highly decorated serving soldier.  In his post-military life, Andy has instructed special operations forces in survival, hostage rescue, and counterterrorism. He was also the technical advisor on the classic action film Heat.   He is the author of the Nick Stone and Tom Buckingham thriller series, the co-author of the Boy Soldier series, and the author of three books about his own military experience: Bravo Two Zero, Seven Troop, and Immediate Action. Andy's novel Red Notice was recently adapted into a major motion picture. It is currently available on Netflix as SAS: Rise of the Black Swan.  To learn more about Andy, follow him on X @The_Real_McNab and Facebook @Andy McNab Official. SPONSORS: Red Sky Mourning – The 7th novel in the James Reece Terminal List series. Pre-order today! http://jackcarr.co/rsm  Bravo Company Manufacturing: Visit us on the web at http://jackcarr.co/bcm and on Instagram @BravoCompanyUSA.com  SIG: Celebrating the 40th Anniversary of the legendary SIG SAUER P226. Learn more here - https://jackcarr.co/SIG40thP226  Jack Carr Gear: Explore the gear here - https://jackcarr.co/gear

Nick Stone is a Lead Director and Board Member for Wilderness. Known for its once-in-a-lifetime safari experiences, Wilderness was founded in Botswana in 1983 with the goal of introducing visitors to the country's natural beauty while protecting the environment and providing local jobs. Today, the company has more than six million acres of land under its stewardship and provides an economic support system for the communities where it operates, creating durable, well-paying jobs for roughly 2,600 people from more than 20 different ethnic groups and supporting local farming and infrastructure. Nick is also a board member of LedderTech and Kelvin Inc. For his day job, Nick is a Partner at FS Investors, a private investment entity with long-term capital. Nick graduated cum laude from Harvard and was an Arjay Miller Scholar at the Stanford Graduate School of Business.  In this episode, we discuss: ●      How combining tourism with conservation is changing the economic model for protecting nature ●      How expansive wilderness can be a catalyst for deepening interpersonal connection ●      The outsized influence of company culture in setting the trajectory of a business Key Takeaways: ●      There's an elusive quality to the energy a place holds. Anyone who's attempted to capture a sunset in a photograph understands how it pales in comparison to the real thing. It's a mere two-dimensional representation of an experience that's inherently three-dimensional and engages all five senses. Nick mentioned the difficulty of articulating the essence of a journey with Wilderness, and I can't help but think there's a similar challenge at play here. How do you convey the profound experience of venturing into the unspoiled wilderness, where the world still echoes with the rhythms of millennia, when our daily lives have drifted so far from that primal connection? It's akin to stepping back in time, immersing oneself in a natural equilibrium unlike anything we're accustomed to today. ●      Exposure to different cultures is a transformative journey of self-discovery. As we engage with diverse customs, beliefs, and perspectives, we gain valuable insights into the human experience, fostering a deeper awareness of our own values and biases. Through these experiences, we become not only more culturally sensitive but also more compassionate and empathetic individuals, contributing to a more harmonious and interconnected world. ●       The tragedy of the commons occurs when individuals, acting in their self-interest, deplete shared resources. It's a collective action problem that often arises with public goods - like open wilderness - where individuals have an incentive to exploit the resource to their own advantage. We see this with deforestation across nations, overfishing the oceans, and the shrinking African wilderness. The business model Wilderness has created develops a more attractive alternative to the tragedy of the commons by using the natural resources of the African wilderness to educate on the importance of conservation, to earn funds necessary to support the conservation of the land, and to increase economic opportunity for local communities through well-paying jobs. Where else can we change the economic model away from the tragedy of the commons—which in the short term profits a few—to a model that values community building, increased access and education, and protecting resources for generations to come? References: ●      Wilderness website ●      UNESCO page about Okavango Delta ●      Children in the Wilderness ●      Civilized to Death: The Price of Progress by Christopher Ryan ●      The Rise Fund Connect & Share: If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds, and it really makes a difference in helping to convince hard-to-get guests. I also love reading them! If this episode resonated with you, I ask you to send it to a friend. Help bring even more visibility to these leaders that are using business as a force for good! Subscribe to the Purpose and Profit newsletter to make sure you don't miss future episodes.  This podcast is for you, the listener. I'd love to hear what resonated with you, or if you have a suggestion on who would be a great guest for this show. Please send me a note at info@KathyVarol.com.

Nicholas Stone is the Founder and CEO of Bluestone Lane, a fast growing, premium café brand in the United States. Almost a decade ago, Bluestone Lane reset the coffee scene, introducing New York City to the Australian-inspired café experience. Now with over 65 locations across 8 markets, Bluestone is committed to providing great café experiences that are focused on the human connection. We hear all about this as well as what it was like going from being a professional athlete to a startup Founder and CEO. Nick shares some incredible lessons that I know you'll want to hear. Now on the #TheKaraGoldinShow. Enjoying this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow? Let me know by clicking on the links below and sending me a quick shout-out on social. Or reach out to me at karagoldin@gmail.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/karagoldin/ https://www.instagram.com/karagoldin/ https://twitter.com/karagoldin https://www.facebook.com/KaraGoldin/ https://www.tiktok.com/@KaraGoldin https://www.youtube.com/c/KaraGoldin https://www.threads.net/@karagoldin Check out our website to view this episode's show notes: https://karagoldin.com/podcast/443 To learn more about Nick Stone and Bluestone Lane: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bluestone-lane-coffee/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholas-stone-49465767 https://www.tiktok.com/@bluestonelane https://www.instagram.com/bluestonelane/ https://www.instagram.com/nicholas_j_stone/ https://www.threads.net/@Bluestonelane https://www.twitter.com/BlueStoneLane https://www.bluestonelane.com/

Thank you for tuning into “Starting Small'', a podcast about brand development, entrepreneurship, and innovation in the modern world. In this episode, I am joined with Nick Stone, founder of Bluestone Lane. Listen as Nick shares his discovery of Bluestone Lane, a renowned Australian inspired coffee and cafe experience. With the goal of crafting the perfect cup of coffee and culinary delights, Nick manages to create a welcoming environment with the commitment of sustainability. Make sure to check out Bluestone Lane at: https://bluestonelane.com/   Visit Starting Small Media: https://startingsmallmedia.org/ Subscribe to exclusive Starting Small emails: https://startingsmallmedia.org/newsletter-signup   Follow Starting Small: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/startingsmallpod/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Startingsmallpod/?modal=admin_todo_tour LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/cameronnagle  

This is a throwback episode from my first season of the podcast with Aussie cafe sensation, Nick Stone. Nick is a former AFL player, turned business boss and now runs over 50 Aussie style cafes in the USA.

On today's edition of the podcast, Eric is joined by Nick Stone of Bluestone Lane. Nick speaks with Eric about his journey from investment banker to café owner, how he knew the Bluestone Lane approach to coffee shop dining would appeal in New York when first getting it started, growing the brand, his assessment of Houston, Bluestone being a technology friendly experience for customers, Bluestone Lane being a sit down full-service concept, some of his favorites from the menu, the amount of Bluestone Lanes Houston can hold, why coffee is all about customer retention, his experience being on reality TV briefly, working with Gordon Ramsey, and more!  Follow Eric on Instagram/Threads @ericsandler. You can also reach Eric by emailing him at eric@culturemap.com. Check out some of his latest articles at Culturemap.com: Shaquille O'Neal Announces Big New Chicken Restaurant Location Near The Heights Zesty Moroccan Restaurant Bowls Over Diners with Newest Location Now Open in Upper Kirby Inventive Salad-in-Baguette Sandwich Restaurant Rises with New Greenway Plaza Location Exciting New Classic American Eatery from Veteran Restaurateur Elevates Museum District Dining Houston's Newest Food Festival Celebrates West African Culture with Day of Food, Dance, Music, and More Houston Texans Draft Bun B's Smash Hit Trill Burgers for 2023 NRG Stadium Home Games

Coffee shops may have seen a dip during the pandemic, but they're back and booming. That's especially true for the coffee chain Bluestone Lane. The company is ten years old, but has really kicked business into gear over the last few years. The coffee shop has over 60 locations and has seen its business grow 350% since the pandemic. Its founder and CEO Nick Stone joined the Modern Retail Podcast this week and spoke about Bluestone's strategy and future ambitions. Part of the thesis behind Bluestone is customer service from Down Under. "If you have a coffee shop or a cafe in Australia that has the best coffee, but if they deliver it in a way that is cold and impersonal and obnoxious, Australians will boycott it," Stone said. (It shouldn't come as a shock that he is Australian.) According to Stone, the best way for a business like his to thrive is to provide a good experience. "In hospitality, you really have no intellectual property." Instead, he has tried to build Bluestone as a place people want to spend time in. That means doing one thing and doing it well. While Bluestone has attempted side-hustles like its own line of CPG products, Stone now believes that it's hard to run multiple types of businesses at once. "I think it's incredibly hard to do both at the same time unless you have enormous resources," he said. For him, the focus is on opening more locations -- Bluestone is slated to have 70 locations by the end of this year -- while making sure customers feel comfortable and welcome in them. "I think ultimately coffee shops should be about driving community," he said.

Nick Stone is a former AFL footballer, who moved to New York City in 2010. He envisioned Bluestone Lane whilst attending Business School in New York, with the idea of providing a premium coffee experience that can be readily found in Melbourne Australia Has a great connection with his local customers, the teammates that are his staff members, and putting his life force into moving from Australia to America to create Bluestone Lane Cafe. A great Australian hospitality success story. Hear some of the celebrities that regularly frequent Nick's cafe.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're diving into death lore to meet its creatures throughout different cultures. Morgan will be introduced to some of these beings through Jenelle's limited-time game show, and we'll tell you all about Britain's graveyard guardian, the Grim!Resources:"Charon's Obol: Putting Coins on the Eyes of the Dead" by Sam Tetrault, Cake Blog"Charon's Obol and Other Coins in Ancient Funerary Practice" by Susan T Stevens, Pheonix Journal"Where Does the Concept of a 'Grim Reaper' Come From?" by Amy McKenna, brittanica.com"Mexico's grand dame of the Dead, the story of La Catrina" by Laura Rodriguez, Chicago Tribune"La Catrina: The dark history of Day of the Dead's immortal icon" by Simon Ingram, National Geographic"THE BANSHEE: history and meaning of the Irish ghost" by Kylie Noble"Exploring Irish Mythology: The Banshee" by Harry Brent, The Irish Post"Shinigami: The Grim Reaper and God of Death in Japanese Folklore" by Wu Mingran, Ancient Origins"Anubis, God of Embalming and Guide and Friend of the Dead", Journey to Egypt"Cizin", Brittanica"The Mythology of Ah Puch, God of Death in Mayan Religion" by Austin Cline, worldreligions. com"Mapping the Grimm" by Nick Stone, https://www.invisibleworks.co.uk/mapping-the-grim/"The terrifying story of the 'hell hound'" by Katy Prickett, BBC"The Ankou, Churchyard Guardians, Black Dogs and Memento Mori" by Charles E. S. Fairey, The Mystic Masque

In the latest episode of Hospitality Hangout, Michael Schatzberg “The Restaurant Guy” and Jimmy Frischling “The Finance Guy” chat with Nick Stone, Founder and chief executive officer and Amy Hom, chief operating officer and chief people officer from Bluestone Lane. Stone talks about Bluestone, an Australian-inspired coffee shop, cafés & lifestyle brand committed to providing a genuine daily escape for all our locals. They offer premium coffee and healthy and delicious food through an ‘Aussie' approach to life. Stone comes from a financial background and said he created Bluestone out of necessity. Stone adds that he didn't leave finance until he had twelve Bluestone Lane locations. Stone offered advice when starting a new business saying, “I highly recommend to a lot of entrepreneurs you don't have to go all in." He also adds that going all in is another degree of externalities and challenges. Hom has worked for many brands including California Pizza Kitchen, Wolfgang Puck, Red Robin and Sweetgreen. Hom says she has been blessed to work with great brands. She met Nick last year and Hom says Bluestone is a sexy brand and it is all about hospitality. Frischling says that what separates Bluestone Lane they lead with hospitality and connect with their locals. He adds that you can count on your local barista to know your name and recognize you when you walk in the door at Bluestone. They talk about the importance of hospitality and how it starts with great people. Hom shares that they take care of their employees and utilize heart checks. The locals are very important but they make sure their employees are taken care of too. She says it keeps them close and helps with retention. To hear about Bluestone cafés concept, the guys talk about real estate, the answers to the Tuesday trivia questions and the technology they are using check out this episode of Hospitality Hangout.

In the latest episode of Hospitality Hangout, Michael Schatzberg “The Restaurant Guy” and Jimmy Frischling “The Finance Guy” chat with Nick Stone, Founder and chief executive officer and Amy Hom, chief operating officer and chief people officer from Bluestone Lane. Stone talks about Bluestone, an Australian-inspired coffee shop, cafés & lifestyle brand committed to providing a genuine daily escape for all our locals. They offer premium coffee and healthy and delicious food through an ‘Aussie' approach to life. Stone comes from a financial background and said he created Bluestone out of necessity. Stone adds that he didn't leave finance until he had twelve Bluestone Lane locations. Stone offered advice when starting a new business saying, “I highly recommend to a lot of entrepreneurs you don't have to go all in." He also adds that going all in is another degree of externalities and challenges. Hom has worked for many brands including California Pizza Kitchen, Wolfgang Puck, Red Robin and Sweetgreen. Hom says she has been blessed to work with great brands. She met Nick last year and Hom says Bluestone is a sexy brand and it is all about hospitality. Frischling says that what separates Bluestone Lane they lead with hospitality and connect with their locals. He adds that you can count on your local barista to know your name and recognize you when you walk in the door at Bluestone. They talk about the importance of hospitality and how it starts with great people. Hom shares that they take care of their employees and utilize heart checks. The locals are very important but they make sure their employees are taken care of too. She says it keeps them close and helps with retention. To hear about Bluestone cafés concept, the guys talk about real estate, the answers to the Tuesday trivia questions and the technology they are using check out this episode of Hospitality Hangout.

This week, Paul and Joe kick-off the holiday season with a very special guest.  We welcome to the studio, Charlie Beale, the Artistic Director of the San Diego Gay Men's Chorus. He joined SDGMC last year and has already been making a huge impact on the music and message of that organization.  Charlie comes to San Diego after serving as the Artistic Director of the New York City Gay Men's Chorus and before that, the London Gay Men's Chorus. Charlie is an international choral director, jazz educator, composer-arranger and author, with a unique approach to activist choral singing.  He has worked with giants in the music and entertainment industry.  But more importantly, he is a delightful, down-to-earth guy that we were just "chuffed" to have in the studio.  We know that you will love to get to know more about him, and to discover his vision for how to impact the queer community through music.  We want to also encourage you to get out this weekend and next weekend to see the SDGMC holiday show, "Jingle" which shows on December 4th at Sycuan Casino, and on December 10th and 11th at the Balboa Theater in San Diego.  Tickets are available through the SDGMC website (linked below).  Cheer on our own Joe Granelli and Nick Stone who will both be singing with the chorus!  Charlie's Socials and Contacts:Website:  https://www.charliebeale.comInstagram and Twitter:  @charliebmusicFacebook:  https://www.facebook.com/charliebmusicSDGMC Website:  https://sdgmc.orgGala Choruses:  galachoruses.orgCharlie's Current Favorite So-So Beat-Box Video:  https://youtu.be/mZK63OelndQ@tugayspod  #lgbt #lgbtq #lgbtqia+ #sandiego #gaysandiego #gaycommedyGay San Diego comedy LGBT LGBTQ LGBTQIA+ @sdgmc @galachorus@tugayspod tugayspod@yahoo.com#lgbt #lgbtq #lgbtqia+ #sandiego #gaysandiego #gaycommedyGay San Diego comedy LGBT LGBTQ LGBTQIA+Producers: Nick Stone & Andy Smith

In today's episode, we're bringing you a feature length interview with Nick Stone, CEO and Founder of Bluestone Lane - an Australian inspired, boutique hospitality chain with 62 locations in major cities across the US.In this fascinating conversation, Nick shares his extraordinary insight, key business learnings and wisdom gained from his multifaceted career. He also discusses the importance of developing a distinct and well-communicated value proposition and how human connection and community are central to the essence of Bluestone Lane.Credits music: "Beat the Blue" by KIA in collaboration with The Coffee Music ProjectSign up for our newsletter to receive the latest coffee news at worldcoffeeportal.comSubscribe to 5THWAVE on Instagram @5thWaveCoffee and tell us what topics you'd like to hear

In the news today: For our first headline of the day focusing on Michigan State Soccer, MSU takes home Big Bear Trophy for the first time since 2017. For our second headline focusing on the Capital Area Transportation Authority, CATA no longer stopping at Frandor Shopping Center over owner's 'safety concerns'. For our final headline of the day focusing on student highlights, best of both worlds: STEM majors balance artistic passions and academic pressures.

Note: This episode originally aired in September 2021. Andy McNab is a former member of the British SAS who led Bravo Two Zero during the first Gulf War.   Over his time in the military, Andy conducted counter-terrorist and anti-drug missions in Central America, South America and throughout the Middle East. He also worked undercover in Northern Ireland. He was captured in Iraq on a mission during the first Gulf War in 1991, an experience he recounts in his first book, Bravo Two Zero. Andy was awarded the Distinguished Conduct Medal (DCM) and Military Medal (MM). At the time he left SAS in 1993, he was the British Army's most highly decorated serving soldier. In his post-military life, Andy has instructed special operations forces in survival, hostage rescue, and counterterrorism. He was also the technical advisor on the classic action film Heat.  He is the author of the Nick Stone and Tom Buckingham thriller series, the co-author of the Boy Soldier series, and the author of three books about his own military experience: Bravo Two Zero, Seven Troop, and Immediate Action. Andy's novel Red Notice was recently adapted into a major motion picture. It is currently available on Netflix as SAS: Rise of the Black Swan. You can follow him on Twitter @the_real_mcnab Sponsors: Navy Federal Credit Union: Today's episode is presented by Navy Federal Credit Union. Learn more about them at navyfederal.org Black Rifle Coffee Company: Today's episode is also brought to you by Black Rifle Coffee Company. Check out the latest here.  Featured Gear:  Today's featured gear segment is sponsored by SIG Sauer. You can learn more about SIG here. True Velocity Ammunition 

If you look closely, you may just find more good around you than you even realized existed. SOCIAL @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE 145. Nick Stone, Founder of Bluestone Lane On-Demand Goal Setting Workshop JOIN: THE *Secret* FACEBOOK GROUP SIGN UP: Weekly Hurdle Newsletter ASK ME A QUESTION: Leave me a voice message, ask me a question, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/hurdle/message

This week, Joe and Paul put their toes into the turbulent topic of Money.  Having it and not having it, saving and spending, your personal relationship with $$ and how $$ affects your personal relationships.  We are very lucky to have a special guest -- producer, Nick Stone, who is an AAMS®, CRPC® Financial Advisor with Edward Jones -- to offer advice, insight and tools for helping to make the most of your hard-earned dollars.  They say that the best things in life are free (including this podcast).  But we could all use a little extra dough. 

Escucha este audiolibro completo aquí: https://bit.ly/blackout_sampleNarrado por: Jane Santos / Víctor Sabi / Amanda Alcántara / Andrea Castillo / Laura Acosta / Reynaldo Infante LópezUna sofocante ola de calor deja a la ciudad de Nueva York sumida en un apagón, pero en medio de la noche más cálida y oscura, otro tipo de chispas brillarán en la ciudad. Un primer encuentro. Amigos de toda la vida. Ex amargados Y quizá… el inicio de algo nuevo. Cuando las luces se apagan, los sentimientos más profundos salen a la luz: el amor florece, la amistad se transforma en algo nuevo y todas las posibilidades tienen una oportunidad para realizarse. Seis de las autoras de narrativa juvenil más queridas y leídas dan forma a seis relatos de amor protagonizadas por adolescentes negros en una novela interconectada de historias encantadoras, divertidas y desgarradoras que hacen resplandecer en plena oscuridad la luz más brillante.#penguinaudio #audiolibro #audiolibros #Nick #Stone #NickStone See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We finish up our exciting series on how music effects the human mind! We also have the pleasure of being joined by our good friend Nick Stone! https://youtu.be/iN3PBpInNJM --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/friends-facts--fiction/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/friends-facts--fiction/support

In this episode of Take-Away with Sam Oches, Sam talks with Nick Stone, founder and CEO of Bluestone Lane, a New York based coffee and café chain that’s inspired by the coffee culture of Nick’s native Australia, and which is investing in the intersection between artisanal products and service with digital-driven convenience. In this conversation, you’ll find out why: Convenience is not always king Creating premium experiences doesn’t require ditching digital tools You can create multiple concepts for multiple use cases There is opportunity at the intersection between the home and the office Young families are a goldmine for long-term loyalty — and breakfast is the daypart to bring them in Have feedback or ideas for Take-Away? Email Sam at sam.oches@informa.com. Visit www.nrn.com for more information, and register for CREATE: The Future of Foodservice at www.informaconnect.com/create.

Today's guest on Danger Close is Andy McNab. Andy is a former member of the British SAS who led Bravo Two Zero during the first Gulf War.   Over his time in the military, he conducted counter-terrorist and anti-drug missions in Central and South America and throughout the Middle East and worked undercover in Northern Ireland. He was captured in Iraq on a mission during the first Gulf War in 1991, an experience he recounts in his first book, Bravo Two Zero. Andy was awarded the Distinguished Conduct Medal (DCM) and Military Medal (MM). At the time he left SAS in 1993, he was the British Army's most highly decorated serving soldier. In his post-military life, he has instructed special operations forces in survival, hostage rescue and counter terrorism. He was also the technical advisor on the classic action film Heat.  He is the author of the Nick Stone and Tom Buckingham thriller series, the co-author of the Boy Soldier series, and the author of three books about his own military experience: Bravo Two Zero, Seven Troop, and Immediate Action. Andy's novel Red Notice, was recently adapted into a major motion picture, and is currently available on Netflix as SAS: Rise of the Black Swan. You can follow him on Twiter @the_real_mcnab. Presented by SIG Sauer. Featured Gear:  True Velocity Ammunition 

This week we have Nick Stone on the show! Nick Stone is a former AFL player with Hawthorn, Collingwood and St Kilda Football Club. He played 20 games across 5 years in the AFL and has some incredible stories.When footy finished, Nick moved over to New York in 2010 to work in investment banking and through working in the US Nick discovered a gap in the coffee and cafe industry - there was nothing that compared to an Australian coffee in the US. With no real experience in hospitality, he opened his first cafe Bluestone Lane in 2013 to remedy the need for an Aussie-style café in America, growing the concept to over 50 stores by the end of 2019.The story is bloody unbelievable! He is a seriously switched on unit, I took so much out of this chat especially if you're looking at starting your own business!Hope you enjoy it as much as I did! Cant thank Nick enough for his time and when you're next over in the states make sure you check out one his cafes.Nick StoneInstagram - instagram.com/bluestonelane/Website - https://bluestonelane.com/Patreon - Dyl & Best FriendsPS. If you love the show, and want more... join Dyl & Best Friends on Patreon!! ILY xxx www.patreon.com/dylandfriendsContactEmail - enquiries@dylandfriends.comInstagram - @dylbuckley @dylandfriendsYoutube - www.youtube.com/dylandfriendsFacebook - www.facebook.com/dylanandfriendsTwitter - www.twitter.com/dylan_buckleyDyl & Friends is produced by Dylan Buckley & Sam Bonser.Damon Jackman of Creative Edge Films is responsible for video and audio production.

The pandemic briefly took away one of the world's beloved institutions - the coffee shop. As the world opens up, the opportunity to sit down in a noisy cafe will soon rear its head. But, coffee shops had to figure a way to survive during the pandemic. Many pivoted to a pickup model, while some also added e-commerce as a way to sell their beans online. The Main Course Host Barbara Castiglia talks with Nick Stone, the Founder, and CEO of Bluestone Lane Coffee, an Australian premium coffee and lifestyle brand, about how the company adapted during the COVID-19 pandemic down under. The duo also talked about what the dynamic coffee roaster has in store for the future. Stone opened the coffee shop in 2013. A former athlete and investment banker, he loved the competitiveness and collaboration in both arenas. He always enjoys being a part of high-performing teams, and he brought this energy to the Australian coffee scene. “To deliver a premium service in a very consistent way, you have to have that ethos that you're continually improving,” Stone said. “It's incremental gains every single day. It's very akin to being a part of a high-performing sports team, where you're training every day to improve, and you try to find an edge.”With lost revenue initially, Stone laid off 650 employees as their revenue plummeted 91 percent. But, as the company pivoted to an e-commerce model, it grew its revenue by 260 percent. One of the things that helped them during this was their new subscription model. With the revenue increase, they plan to reopen their 51 stores and continue their expansion plans.

Small Biz Matters – #203 Providing the small business community with educational content and advocacy since 2014 with Alexi Boyd, broadcaster, advocate and small business owner. Date: 13 April 2021 It’s been tough for everyone these last 12 months but conceptually, it’s been difficult for those of us who are largely soldiering on to understand what it means, really means, to be shut down. We think of the inconvenience, the hassle of wearing a mask and of course, the hit to the bottom line. So what is it really been like when an entire industry, worldwide, is brought to its knees.  Imagine one day you’re open and trading as normal with stock, employees and happy customers, and the next nothing. Zip. Nada. Employees sent home with no wages, stock slowly It’s kind of like a really, really, really long blackout with severe consequences for everyone and everything you hold dear. So, I thought it would be a good idea to bring into the studio Shaun de Vries, Hospitality Expert & Advocate from Open Pantry to educate us on how Hospitality is faring all those months later and how we might be able to help. Let’s take a practical approach and explain to us what it’s been like for the hospitality industry in the last year It’s not just about closing your doors and saying no wages to your staff Uncertainty means it takes longer for consumers to come back Even a short term lockdown can break the business - key dates are really important to these businesses - be conscious of the dates for the industry Stock levels - has this changed the way the industry deals with stock suppliers etc? What about the relationships? What skills and attributes have you seen from those who have successfully navigated the crisis From adversity comes power and it’s Shaun’s belief that Melbourne hospitality will bounce back and be successful The movement to online ordering - different verticals Back of house operations were really crucial - good management was a real strength Time and cash was really necessary to pay for those online platforms Putting their head in the sand was never a good idea What can the industry learn from this experience Be better at planning in terms of crisis - actually have processes in place Not having too much stock Think less about staffing & recruitment - use tech as an enabler rather than thinking of it another cost In what way can small businesses in the hospitality industry support one another and be an advocate for their colleagues? Who’s doing that well? To find out more go to their websites: Principle of Hospitality- https://www.principleofhospitality.com/ Open Pantry Consulting - https://www.openpantryconsulting.com/ About our Guest: Shaun, Open Pantry Co’s founder has been an industry leader in Melbourne’s hospitality industry for over 20 years. Shaun has been a venue owner himself, he knows the commitment, effort and experience required to develop a concept into an award-winning, and profitable venture. He also knows how to develop a process to get there that’s enjoyable and rewarding for all involved.  Today, Shaun hosts the Principle of Hospitality - The Podcast, an initiative set up in 2018 under the former name of the Open Pantry Podcast, to give hospitality leaders a voice on an international platform. The insights shared by Shaun’s network of hospitality pros have helped thousands of people in the industry. With over 130 episodes so far, Shaun has interviewed big names such food writer Kara Irving, Nick Stone from Bluestone Lane Coffee, Kim Teo from Mr Yum and hospitality expert, Frank Widen.   With the support and knowledge of Shaun, his team and Open Pantry Co’s partners, Open Pantry Co. can quickly apply their organisation improvement model to ensure high-quality execution and operation of any food and beverage brand.

Today, we are joined by Andy Stone, the Vice President of Marketing at Bluestone Lane, which is Melbourne-inspired coffee place offering Australian-style espresso drinks & cafe fare all day. He is the brother to CEO Nick Stone and runs the business's marketing.  We begin the episode by talking about his relationship with NYC, now that he's been here for 5 years. We then dive in to discussing how Bluestone Lane became successful at bringing Melbourne café culture to the states. Other topics we cover include how Andy got involved with Bluestone Lane, differences between Australian coffee culture and American (particularly NYC), the marketing strategies behind Bluestone Lane and their health focused menu, challenges in growing and expanding their business in a short amount of time and his definitions of happiness and success. Andy also shares a city Confessions as an Australian living in New York that you don't want to miss! If you haven't dined at Bluestone Lane then check out their locations here https://bluestonelane.com so you can try their delicious food items & coffee! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thecityconfessions/support

Ive had the honour of inviting Shaun de Vries from Melbourne to talk about THE HOSPITALITY MINDSET in our pilot episode. Before we met, I sent him a video about the infinite game from Simon Sinek and wanted to learn what he thought about the mindset of Hospitality and how it reflects on the way talents and the business will be groomed in reality. I'm linking the talk Simon gave to the Welcome conference about the infinite game below.The Infinite Game - Simon Sinek @ The Welcome Conferencehttps://youtu.be/RFxIm7fcB7cAbout Shaun de Vries:Shaun de Vries hosts the Principle of Hospitality - The Podcast, an initiative set up in 2018 under the former name of the Open Pantry Podcast, to give hospitality leaders a voice on an international platform. Shaun has interviewed big names such food writer Kara Irving, Nick Stone from Bluestone Lane Coffee, Mark Wright from Wham Consulting and hospitality expert, Frank Widen. With the support and knowledge of Shaun, his team and Open Pantry Co’s partners, Open Pantry Co. can quickly apply their organisation improvement model to ensure high-quality execution and operation of any food and beverage brand. Links:Principle of Hospitality- https://www.principleofhospitality.com/Open Pantry Consulting - https://www.openpantryconsulting.com/Connect with us on Preshift - wearepreshift.com

Season 2 Episode 2: Nick Stone – Bluestone Lane Nick Stone knows the power of the underdog, where sometimes the bottom team can beat the top team, simply because they have nothing to lose. Now on his third career, Nick Stone is using his AFL and banking skills to create a sensation: bringing Melbourne coffee to the U.S. through his incredibly popular Bluestone Lane.  Starting his career in the AFL, and working his way around the world in finance, Nick joins Consul General Mike Kleine on 37 Degrees Latitude to talk about commitment, customer-centricity, and coffee culture.   Bluestone Lane grew from a single basement café on Park Avenue in 2013, to a network of over 40 cafes spanning the United States. COVID-19 has hit Bluestone Lane, but Nick explains the importance of making the tough decisions early, how valuable the U.S. market can be, and how a strong value proposition that will take a business to the next level.   More information about Nick and Bluestone Lane Nick on LinkedIn Bluestone Lane   Stay in touch  Follow the U.S. Consulate General Melbourne Twitter @usconsulatemelb Instagram at @usconsulatemelb   Facebook melbourne.usconsulate/    About In this podcast, U.S. Consul General to Melbourne Michael Kleine meets the Australian founders and entrepreneurs who cut a path between 37˚ N & S and found capital, partners, markets, and success in the United States.  Mike Kleine is a career diplomat for the U.S. Department of State Officer who is currently the U.S. Consul General to Melbourne. As a former founder turned diplomat, he has a deep-seated interest in entrepreneurship, a fascination with innovation, and a passion for the U.S-Australia relationship. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode, I have the pleasure of chatting with Nick Stone, the Australian founder of the United States' fastest-growing premium cafe brand Bluestone Lane. Nick has worked to create a brand that serves great coffee with ‘love, compassion, and hospitality' for every customer (including Taylor Swift). In this episode, Nick unpacks why relationship and connection are both so fundamental when building a brand, especially in the hospitality industry.Prior to founding Bluestone Lane, Nick spent 11 years in corporate finance and advisory in Australia, New York, and London, after beginning his career as a professional AFL footballer for 6 seasons following selection in the 1999 AFL National Draft. Nick was a 2019 Finalist in EY's New York Entrepreneur of the Year and has been recognized as one of the World's Young Leaders of the FutureCheckout Bluestone Lane on InstaJoin our Facebook GroupWant a weekly business tip delivered to you for free?

In this week's episode, I have the pleasure of chatting with Nick Stone, the Australian founder of the United States' fastest-growing premium cafe brand Bluestone Lane. Nick has worked to create a brand that serves great coffee with ‘love, compassion, and hospitality' for every customer (including Taylor Swift). In this episode, Nick unpacks why relationship and connection are both so fundamental when building a brand, especially in the hospitality industry. Prior to founding Bluestone Lane, Nick spent 11 years in corporate finance and advisory in Australia, New York, and London, after beginning his career as a professional AFL footballer for 6 seasons following selection in the 1999 AFL National Draft. Nick was a 2019 Finalist in EY's New York Entrepreneur of the Year and has been recognized as one of the World's Young Leaders of the Future Checkout Bluestone Lane on Insta Join our Facebook Group Want a weekly business tip delivered to you for free?

What do Taylor Swift, Sarah Jessica Parker, Malcom Gladwell, and Hugh Jackman have in common? They've all — at one point or another — frequented Bluestone Lane to grab their java. Founded in 2013, the Australian-inspired chain of cafés serve everything from their signature flat white and loaded avocado toast to grain bowls and tasty lattes. For episode 145, I'm chatting with Nick Stone, who founded the concept in Midtown Manhattan while still working full-time in the finance industry. The Australian-born entrepreneur and former Australian Football League player shares his inspiration for the massive career pivot into hospitality, and how he knew from early on that their concept would be bigger than just the first couple shops. Also: We chat extensively about how the COVID-19 pandemic impacted the company, how he keeps a positive mindset amidst the chaos, and what excites him about for the year to come. SOCIAL @nicholas_j_stone @bluestonelane @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast OFFERS Athletic Greens | Head to AthleticGreens.com/hurdle to get a year’s receive the FREE D3/K2 wellness bundle with your first purchase. Beam | Go to BeamTLC.com and use code "HURDLE" at checkout for 15 percent off. CHECK OUT: HURDLE SESSIONS All past Sessions are now available on the Hurdle website. NEWLY LAUNCHED: Goal Setting Workshop JOIN: THE *Secret* FACEBOOK GROUP SIGN UP: Weekly Hurdle --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/hurdle/message

From the day he was found in a carrier bag on the steps of Guy's Hospital in London, Andy McNab has led an extraordinary life. As a teenage delinquent, Andy McNab kicked against society. As a young soldier he waged war against the IRA in the streets and fields of South Armagh. As a member of 22 SAS he was at the centre of covert operations for nine years – on five continents. During the Gulf War he commanded Bravo Two Zero, a patrol that, in the words of his commanding officer, 'will remain in regimental history for ever'. Awarded both the Distinguished Conduct Medal (DCM) and Military Medal (MM) during his military career, McNab was the British Army's most highly decorated serving soldier when he finally left the SAS. Since then Andy McNab has become one of the world’s best-selling writers, drawing on his insider knowledge and experience. As well as several non-fiction bestsellers including Bravo Two Zero, the biggest selling British work of military history, he is the author of the best-selling Nick Stone and Tom Buckingham thrillers. He has also written a number of books for children. Besides his writing work, he lectures to security and intelligence agencies in both the USA and UK, works in the film industry advising Hollywood on everything from covert procedure to training civilian actors to act like soldiers. He continues to be a spokesperson and fundraiser for both military and literacy charities. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

From the day he was found in a carrier bag on the steps of Guy's Hospital in London, Andy McNab has led an extraordinary life. As a teenage delinquent, Andy McNab kicked against society. As a young soldier he waged war against the IRA in the streets and fields of South Armagh. As a member of 22 SAS he was at the centre of covert operations for nine years – on five continents. During the Gulf War he commanded Bravo Two Zero, a patrol that, in the words of his commanding officer, 'will remain in regimental history for ever'. Awarded both the Distinguished Conduct Medal (DCM) and Military Medal (MM) during his military career, McNab was the British Army's most highly decorated serving soldier when he finally left the SAS. Since then Andy McNab has become one of the world’s best-selling writers, drawing on his insider knowledge and experience. As well as several non-fiction bestsellers including Bravo Two Zero, the biggest selling British work of military history, he is the author of the best-selling Nick Stone and Tom Buckingham thrillers. He has also written a number of books for children. Besides his writing work, he lectures to security and intelligence agencies in both the USA and UK, works in the film industry advising Hollywood on everything from covert procedure to training civilian actors to act like soldiers. He continues to be a spokesperson and fundraiser for both military and literacy charities. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode, host Paul Barron sits down with Nick Stone, the founder and chief executive officer of Bluestone Lane. Barron and Stone explore how some fast casual brands are successfully using an omni-channel marketing approach.

We are joined by Dani Stone and Nick Stone, two of the members of self described "folk forward indie rock" band South for Winter. They discuss their amazing new record Luxumbra, their musical paths from Colorado (Dani) and New Zealand (Nick) to Nashville, and their approaches to songwriting and collaboration. Also discussed: dancing the Carlton, murder, and it turns out that one of the three of us is a badass.

Nick Stone is the Founder & CEO of Bluestone Lane, the fastest growing premium cafe brand in the United States, with +50 locations across 9 markets (NY, LA, SF, DC, NJ, PA, MA & Toronto CDN). Headquartered in New York City, Bluestone Lane is influenced by Australian independent coffee-culture and is committed to providing elevated cafe experiences focused on human connection. Nick was a 2019 Finalist in EY's New York Entrepreneur of the Year. Nick has been recognized as one of World's Young Leaders of the Future and has been featured in the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Australian Financial Review, Forbes, GQ and Vogue USA. Prior to founding Bluestone Lane, Nick spent 11 years in corporate finance and advisory in Australia, New York and London, after beginning his career as a professional AFL footballer for 6 seasons following selection in the 1999 AFL National Draft.Follow Nick Stone on Social Media: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholas-stone-49465767/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/bluestonelane/Follow The Story Box on Social MediaInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/thestoryboxpodcast/Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/thestoryboxpodcastFacebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/125781678801513YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEXHMRPxW0qoxV8kKjaFdYw See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We catch up with California group Undecided Future! Undecided Future - UNDECIDED FUTURE is a Pop band, known for their upbeat, feel-good lyrics with great hooks, genre-mashing, and educated compositions of Pop, Hip Hop Funk, Jazz, and R&B. You can count on wild and entertaining performances from four Southern California beach guys, in their early twenties. 2019 winners of “The Young Entertainer's Award” and 2017 winners of Ryan Seacrest's global music competition “Best.Cover.Ever.” While filming the final video, Derulo called Matt Isaac the “The Sauce King” for his tremendous vocal acrobatics. Matisse Pasillas named the groove and pocket god on drums, Nick Stone's ear for arrangement and composition and playing Keys provide the foundation of the UF sound, Cole Fredrick's funky lead Guitar and impeccable rhythm, and Chris Trimmer on Bass, the band calls ‘the Trimdog of Jazz'. Social Media: Facebook Instagram Songs: Hey Mama Look Up All songs are owned by the artists, All Ears do not own the rights to any songs used in the podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/madprops/support

Jeffrey Young speaks with Nick Stone, founder of US-based Bluestone Lane, and learns how he pivoted his 50 cafe stores employing 650 staff during the height of the COVID pandemic.We're releasing this full interview with Nick Stone as a bonus episode because we believe it's worth a listen. It's bursting with insights on how we can all be better people managers and decision makers. Get in touch and tell us what topics you'd like to hear by visiting www.worldcoffeeportal.com/5THWAVE/Podcast

Hey Keepers! Welcome to another episode of I6Y! This week we bring back on Nick Stone to discuss how this years unusual season has gone. We also discuss Tommygun's debut for first team in the state league and chat about the sold out goalkeeper battle. So for all things inside the 6 yards tune in, pop your gloves on, kit up and have a yarn with YEATESY & TOMMYGUN! ⭐️ TO SUPPORT INSIDE 6 YARNS PLEASE LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, FOLLOW OR SHARE ⭐️ ⬇️ 1951 GOALKEEPER COACHING ⬇️ https://www.1951goalkeepercoaching.com.au https://facebook.com/1951GoalkeeperCoaching https://instagram.com/1951GoalkeeperCoaching ⬇️ LINK TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL ⬇️ https://youtube.com/TOMMYGUNGK ⬇️ LIKE US ON FACEBOOK ⬇️ https://m.facebook.com/inside6yarns ⬇️ FOLLOW US ON TWITTER ⬇️ https://mobile.twitter.com/tommygunGK ⬇️ FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM ⬇️ https://www.instagram.com/tommygun_gk ⬇️ SDL ⬇️ https://www.sdleisure.com.au https://www.facebook.com/SDLgloves/

In the 72nd edition of The Talking Shop Podcast, I share a live consulting call I had with college strength and conditioning intern Nick Stone. We discuss how to create and maximize opportunities to continue improving his coaching. It does require a little bit of thinking outside the box, but "a closed mouth doesn't get fed" and people can't help you achieve your goals if they don't know what your goals are in the first place. Some communication and creativity can go a long way in this field. I'm excited to share this value with you. Empowering you to take control of your story! YouTube: https://youtu.be/0U9wzEJLZIY --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This is a different format from previous episodes. Shaun de Vries, founder of https://www.openpantryconsulting.com/ (Open Pantry Consulting) and host of the https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-open-pantry-podcast/id1361270811 (Open Pantry Podcast) joins to do a co-interview / podcast with us. Shaun is a long time F&B professional and entrepreneur, working his way up from a bakers assistant to starting his company several years ago. With his focus on the food and beverage and ours on hotels, we came together to discuss the current landscape in both industries, some ideas on how to cope with the difficulties many businesses are facing and where owners and managers should be putting their time and energy. This is our longest episode to date and it was a a lot of fun to talk with Shaun. Let us know what you think of the format in the comments. On this episode we discuss: The current state of the hotel industry (13:25) How hotels have reacted to the current situation (20:48) The realities of running a restaurant today (23:58) The current state of the restaurant industry (24:35) How brands can be successful after this pandemic (31:54) Can independent hotels survive (37:50) Will hotel owners repurpose properties to be used for other purposes? (42:23) Will there be more consolidation in the hotel industry? (44:40) What's with all the different hotel brands? (46:00) How hotels can best prepare for the unknown (49:46) What restaurants should be focused on right now (54:25) Making the hard call to close your doors and move on, and the transferable skills hospitality pros bring to other industries (57:45) About Shaun Shaun, https://www.openpantryconsulting.com/ (Open Pantry Co's) founder has been an industry leader in Melbourne's hospitality industry for over 20 years. Shaun has been a venue owner himself, he knows the commitment, effort and experience required to develop a concept into an award-winning, and profitable venture. He also knows how to develop a process to get there that's enjoyable and rewarding for all involved. Today, Shaun hosts the https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-open-pantry-podcast/id1361270811 (Open Pantry Co Podcast) an initiative set up in 2018, to give hospitality leaders a voice on an international platform. The insights shared by Shaun's network of hospitality pros have helped thousands of people in the industry. With over 70 episodes so far, Shaun has interviewed big names such food writer Kara Irving, Nick Stone from Bluestone Lane Coffee, Mark Wright from Wham Consulting and hospitality expert, Frank Widen. With the support and knowledge of Shaun, his team and Open Pantry Co's partners, Open Pantry Co can quickly apply their organisation improvement model to ensure high-quality execution and operation of any food and beverage brand. Links https://linktr.ee/open_pantry_consulting (Open Pantry Consulting): https://linktr.ee/open_pantry_consulting https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-open-pantry-podcast/id1361270811 (Open Pantry Podcast): https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-open-pantry-podcast/id1361270811 https://str.com/data-insights/news/press-releases (STR Press Releases and Hotel Performance): https://str.com/data-insights/news/press-releases

Just how has chef Nick Stone's restaurant weathered the pandemic?

Hey Keepers! Welcome to another episode of I6Y! This is part 2 of our show with special guest Nick Stone. Nick joins us as we discuss changes in the game, defensive corner set ups and much more. So for all things inside the 6 yards tune in, pop your gloves on, kit up and have a yarn with YEATESY & TOMMYGUN! ⭐️ TO SUPPORT INSIDE 6 YARNS PLEASE LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, FOLLOW OR SHARE ⭐️ ⬇️ 1951 GOALKEEPER COACHING ⬇️ https://www.1951goalkeepercoaching.com.au https://facebook.com/1951GoalkeeperCoaching https://instagram.com/1951GoalkeeperCoaching ⬇️ LINK TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL ⬇️ https://youtube.com/TOMMYGUNGK ⬇️ LIKE US ON FACEBOOK ⬇️ https://m.facebook.com/inside6yarns ⬇️ FOLLOW US ON TWITTER ⬇️ https://mobile.twitter.com/tommygunGK ⬇️ FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM ⬇️ https://www.instagram.com/tommygun_gk

Arguably the hardest hit sectors by Covid-19 are restaurants and hospitality. Our guest today is the founder and CEO of the fastest growing premium cafe brand in the United States, with +50 locations across 9 markets.  Nicholas Stone details how he had to quickly consolidate his business, innovate to meet customer needs, and deployed a robust giveback prograrm...all seemingly overnight. This conversation took place on April 22, 2020 as part of our Covid Conversations series. We are featuring daily conversations with over 25 business leaders and influencers, focused on how folks are managing business amidst Covid-19. Our team is putting together a free guide that will highlight the resources and references mentioned across these conversations. DM us on our instagram handle @BellwetherCulture, and we will send you a download link once the series is fully published.

Hey Keepers! Welcome to another episode of I6Y! This is part 1 of our show with special guest Nick Stone. Nick joins us as we discuss his career, review one of Yeatesy's games and even have a yarn about the “Danish Catch”. So for all things inside the 6 yards tune in, pop your gloves on, kit up and have a yarn with YEATESY & TOMMYGUN! ⭐️ TO SUPPORT INSIDE 6 YARNS PLEASE LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, FOLLOW OR SHARE ⭐️ ⬇️ 1951 GOALKEEPER COACHING ⬇️ https://www.1951goalkeepercoaching.com.au https://facebook.com/1951GoalkeeperCoaching https://instagram.com/1951GoalkeeperCoaching ⬇️ LINK TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL ⬇️ https://youtube.com/TOMMYGUNGK ⬇️ LIKE US ON FACEBOOK ⬇️ https://m.facebook.com/inside6yarns ⬇️ FOLLOW US ON TWITTER ⬇️ https://mobile.twitter.com/tommygunGK ⬇️ FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM ⬇️ https://www.instagram.com/tommygun_gk

Episode 59 - Nick Stone from Bluestone Lane Coffee  Nicholas Stone is a forward thinking hospitality CEO. The success he has had with Bluestone Lane has hit a short pause as COVID-19 has a deeper impact in the US than in some sectors around the world. In this podcast we discuss the changing productivity of staff to fit a new labour model, how a big brand like Bluestone is pivoting during a challenging time to donate coffee to frontline workers and moving to customers need. We also discuss how the ‘coffee at home’ market has changed and his thoughts for the industry moving forward. In this podcast you will pick up his positivity and optimism for his brand and for the industry as a whole which is very humbling. You will find out more about Bluestone Lane here: Nicholas on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholas-stone-49465767/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bluestonelane/ As always please reach out to us here: https://www.openpantryconsulting.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/principle-of-hospitality/message

Rev Nick Stone preaches for St.Augustine's Anglican Inverell as part of a CMS deputation

Nick Stone on building brand, what Starbucks does well and not well, and rapid evolution in the age of Covid 19.

****Warning ** Explicit content ** Not suitable for anyone under 18 . We sit down with Rob Cole from Grc Paintball and Nick Stone, Jesse Koch ( Thuglife ) & Dan Wicks and discuss all things Belfast Bombers https://www.facebook.com/Bangbanggetsome/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/orda/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/orda/support

I can’t tell you how thrilled I was when Andy McNab agreed to be a guest on the podcast. From the day Andy was found in a carrier bag on the steps of Guy’s Hospital in London, he has led a quite extraordinary life. From teenage delinquent, to a young soldier he waged war against the IRA in the streets and fields of South Armagh. As a member of 22 SAS he was at the centre of covert operations for nine years – on five continents. During the Gulf War he commanded Bravo Two Zero, a patrol that, in the words of his commanding officer, 'will remain in regimental history for ever'. Awarded both the Distinguished Conduct Medal (DCM) and Military Medal (MM) during his military career, McNab was the British Army's most highly decorated serving soldier when he finally left the SAS. Since then Andy McNab has become one of the world’s best-selling writers, drawing on his insider knowledge and experience. As well as several non-fiction bestsellers including Bravo Two Zero, the biggest selling British work of military history, he is the author of the best-selling Nick Stone and Tom Buckingham thrillers. He has also written a number of books for children. Besides his writing work, he lectures to security and intelligence agencies in both the USA and UK, works in the film industry advising Hollywood on everything from covert procedure to training civilian actors to act like soldiers. He continues to be a spokesperson and fundraiser for both military and literacy charities. In this brilliant and wide-ranging conversation, Andy and I chat through a whole host of topics, not least his Good Psychopath personality. I think you’ll get a lot from this great conversation so kick back, relax and enjoy. This is Your London Legacy. “In fact, the Infantry then would take soldier with a written age of six, of a six-year-old.” 21:00 Andy fondly remembers being drafted into the Infantry; his journey into the military is an interesting one, as he was born an orphan and grew up with a certain anger towards people seemed to have it all—an effect he thinks may be more prominent with social media showing off luxurious lifestyles, whether faked or not. But his attitude and education took a major turn after meeting a Regiment Sergeant Major who stood in front of their classroom and committed to bringing up everyone’s ability to read, write and learn up to the level of those who were looking down on them. “Ultimately, no matter what’s going on around you—the only thing you’ve got control of is yourself.” 34:40 One of Andy’s many books, “The Good Psychopath’s Path to Success” shows how some traits found in diagnosed psychopaths can actually be beneficial. Many of these traits are what has enabled Andy to survive a gruelling military career, including being undercover for two years in Northern Ireland—as well as captured and tortured in Iraq. But they are some of the same parts of his personality that has led him to writing over twenty books of fiction and nonfiction. The book looks at learned behaviours that allow people on the psychopath spectrum to be more social and driven through learned behaviours and logic. Links Penguin Books (https://www.penguin.co.uk/authors/1026520/andy-mcnab.html) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/AndyMcNabOfficial/) Twitter (https://twitter.com/the_real_mcnab?lang=en) Support this podcast

Welcome to a bonus episode of Scaling Up season one – I recorded this while on the road recording season 2, but it feels like it has a natural home, with the other amazing Australian growth stories told in the previous season. Nick Stone is the CEO and founder of BlueStone Lane. This story starts in an underground coffee shop in New York City, where an ex AFL player, turned investment banker decides he was missing the authentic Australian coffee experience and sets up a side hustle to his main banking gig. Fast forward just 8 years, and Blue Stone lane is at the pointy end of the American premium coffee scene, with over 50 stores in 8 markets across the country. What is evident is Nick’s passion for the mission, his intelligence in how he thinks about the world and applying it to how he is trying to overcoming major scaling challenges in the US. Interestingly, Nick beautifully articulately what he learned from his time as an elite athlete, his vision for building Starbucks of the next generation, and how he thinks about building teams and culture in the tough American hospitality industry. I felt so connected to Nick and his journey, and I think this shines throughout the podcast. This is a story that is ever changing, and at the moment, changing by the day. There is a fuller footnote and timestamp at the end of the episode that you must listen to to give context to Nick's comments, but even in the two week turn around time between recording and releasing this episode, the world has changed. Even the best laid plans can come undone by the extraordinary. Everyday of strict government protocols around containing the spread of Covid-19 in the US, is another page in the Blue Stone book. That though is not going to stop me telling you the inspirational story of Nick Stone and Bluestone Lane. Season two is only weeks away, so stay posted....! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tdm-growth-partners/message

Andy McNab was the British Army's most highly decorated serving soldier when he finally left the SAS. Since then Andy has become one of the world's bestselling writers, drawing on his insider knowledge and experience. His debut book, Bravo Two Zero, was a huge success worldwide and told the true account of a mission in the Gulf War that went awry. As well as three nonfiction bestsellers including Bravo Two Zero, he is the author of the bestselling Nick Stone series and the Tom Buckingham thrillers and his latest is Whatever It Takes, a fast-paced revenge thriller. He has also written a number of books for children, as well as several screenplays.Andy was great fun on our chat, telling us about how it was through the British Army that he learned to read and write, how Bravo Two Zero came about, and giving us lots of useful hints and tips on writing thrilling stories. We also talk about his work in Hollywood, and chat about his future plans.Links:Buy Whatever It Takes and Andy's other books on AmazonThe Page One Podcast is brought to you by Write Gear, creators of Page One - the Writer's Notebook. Learn more and order yours now: https://www.writegear.co.uk/page-one See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Nick Stone - Founder & Chief Executive Officer of Bluestone LaneIn 2013, Nick founded Bluestone Lane, an Australian-inspired coffee shop and lifestyle brand, after finding a gap in the US coffee market. Bluestone Lane brings the Australian hospitality experience to the US, focusing on providing a premium cafe experience and an escape for locals.Bluestone Lane has over 45 shops across the biggest markets in the US, including New York, Philadelphia, New Jersey, Washington DC, San Francisco, and Los Angeles.On today's episode of The Daily Talk Show, we discuss: - Starting Bluestone Lane in NYC- Doing hospitality differently- Investment banking- Where a cafe makes its money- Scaling and cafe location- Building a national brand- Cultural fits in hospitality- TippingBluestone Lane: https://bluestonelane.com/Watch and listen to this episode of The Daily Talk Show at https://thedailytalkshow.com/517Email us: hi@thedailytalkshow.comSend us mail: PO BOX 400, Abbotsford VIC 3067The Daily Talk Show is an Australian talk show and daily podcast by Tommy Jackett and Josh Janssen. Tommy and Josh chat about life, creativity, business, and relationships — big questions and banter. Regularly visited by guests and gronks! If you watch the show or listen to the podcast, you're part of the Gronk Squad.This podcast is produced by BIG MEDIA COMPANY. Find out more at https://bigmediacompany.com/

Nick Stone is the Founder and CEO of Bluestone Lane, an Australian-themed coffee brand that now has over 700 employees and locations across North America's largest cities. Nick's career path is far from typical, having played professional AFL and worked in the financial industry before diving into entrepreneurial endeavours. You can connect with Nick on LinkedIn, or by visiting www.bluestonelane.com Jay Mellette is the Director of Sports Performance for the Vegas Golden Knights. Jay's career path is far from typical, having spent time in the military before becoming an Athletic Trainer. After working in college and pro sports, Jay spent 13 years helping Cirque du Soleil grow into the preeminent circus brand in the world, before returning to pro sports when the NHL expanded to Las Vegas. You can connect with Jay on LinkedIn, or by visiting www.nhl.com/goldenknights Where Others Won't is recorded in Toronto, Canada, and was created by Cody Royle and Adam Esker. You can book Cody to speak, or learn more about his background by visiting: www.codyroyle.com

In today's episode:We're joined by our buddy Nick Stone! Choc(olate) Talk. Do we say "No Way" to Milky Way? If Marvel Heroes played football, where would they be most effective? Danny 'Dimes' Jones and the future of the NY Giants with Saquon out. (Also, paging @OldTakesExposed) Monday Night Football recap. Bears vs. 'Skins. Maserati Mitch returns? Will Washington stick with Keenum or will we see Haskins sooner rather than later? AFC 'L'East. Dolphins are actually tanking, but are the Jets actually WORSE?! Can the Bengals actually beat the Steelers this Monday? Are the Bills a fraudulent 3-0? Patrick Mahomes. Human cheat code. Baltimore vs KC recap Does CP3 to the Heat make sense?& More! Don't forget to follow us on Instagram & Twitter for more Somewhat Sports!

Nick grew up in Melbourne and was recruited to play Australian football at Collingwood at the end of 1999 when he was in year 12. He also had time at Hawthorn and the St Kilda which culminated in a 6 year AFL career. This is an incredible achievement in itself, and Nick says during those years he learned a lot. He mentions that as there's no segmentation in AFL like there is in a lot of American sports (where it's common to have separate offensive and defensive teams) you have to get used to working and communicating with different people. It also taught him about dealing with pressure and scrutiny and the importance of self belief and hard work. As he studied whilst he played AFL, it gave him the opportunity to move straight into his next career, investment banking. After a period of working in Australia Nick moved to New York with his partner Alexandra (now wife) to finish his MBA at Fordham Business School. It was during this time that he first identified the opportunity in New York to provide an improved coffee experience than what cafes currently provided. He studied Starbucks and was fascinated with the brand that they had built. Whether you like their coffee or not I think it's still an incredible business. However, he had noticed that their average customer was getting older and the Starbucks brand wasn't resonating with younger customers. Nick identified the gap in the market he wanted to serve... he wanted to have a coffee brand that resonated with younger customers. Nick was working full time in investment banking so this cafe venture would be managed on the side as a kind of side hustle. He and his partners put up $170,000 and he opened up his first cafe in 2013, a small location that was cheap as it was hidden underground so people could only really find it through word of mouth. The location of this first cafe was quite strategic though with Australian banks NAB, ANZ and Westpac New York offices all nearby. At the time most Americans didn't really know what a 'flat white' coffee was so on the first day sold $1 flat whites. They sold over 1000 that day. Not long after, he opened up another cafe that was equally popular. However, when they opened up their third cafe (which had a food menu) it was that Nick really knew he was onto something. Over the years Nick continued to work full time in banking and be CEO of the growing Bluestone Lane business. However, in mid 2016 when he had 14 cafes (12 in New York and 2 in Philadelphia) he made the call to go all in with Bluestone Lane and step away from banking. Bluestone Lane has now been going for 6 years and now up to 44 stores. In the next six months they're opening up a further 13 stores which will take them to 57. Nick always focused on the power of branding with Bluestone and took the coffee culture from Australia to the US, with uniformity and consistency. The name Bluestone is in fact an honour of the cobbled bluestone laneways of Melbourne which are littered with great cafes. Nick takes us through some of the stories that have happened over the six years, including the times when Taylor Swift and Victoria's Secret models put them on the map when they'd come in for their coffees. Nick has steered the business through different stages of a startup and transitioning it to the growth stage it's now in. He currently employs 700 staff which comes with stress, and as hard as the process has been but he says that football gave him an introduction to opening yourself up to pressure and mass scrutiny. This episode is brought to you by Six Park, Australia's leading robo-adviser. www.sixpark.com.au

Preview of the next podcast episode where I speak with Nick Stone, the founder and CEO of the Bluestone Lane coffee empire in North America.

Fine Day To DieGreat song… but have you heard the DEMO ???Song: Fine Day To DieWritten by Juli Crockett (ASCAP)Performed by The EvangenitalsDouble Demo rehearsal version: Juli Crockett (guitar/vox), Joey Maramba (bass), and Nick Stone (drums). Mix by Michael Feldman.Mixed, mastered, magicked at Sound43.Get additional outtakes and bonus tracks by becoming a Patreon.

Evangenitals steel/guitarist Cody Farwell (aka Goodnight Cody) tells drummer Nick Stone (and Juli Crockett) that he is far too “trained” to say anything he’ll regret while recording. The tapes tell another story. #NSFWERKSong: #WERKWritten by Juli Crockett, Joey Maramba, and Michael Feldman (ASCAP)Performed by The EvangenitalsMixed, mastered, recorded at Sound43.*Bonus song “Her Name Was [???]” was composed and performed by Michael Feldman. Any similarity to a Goodnight Cody song is purely intentional.

Can a sudden change in direction save a new company? Evan Davis and his guests hear stories about the start-up's nightmare: the original product is not selling, and cash is running out. Can changing focus - with a new service or product - pluck success from the jaws of doom? Speaking to entrepreneurs and experts, he learns about how in a range of sectors, from sanitary products to event ticketing, the key is to shift while staying true to the original vision. Guests: Celia Pool, cofounder DAME Edmund Glover and Nick Stone, FIXR Ramdane Mir, cofounder Cobbleweb

During the recording of the podcast, Prof. Stone did not remember the name of a technique. He informed us about the technique later, which is called: Virtual imaged phased array - VIPA is a method of doing Fabry-Perot wavelength discrimination with multiple wavelengths simultaneously.

Hosted by Don Bitters and Nick Stone, every week we watch an episode of the STARZ series Outlander, drink scotch, and let you know our terribly uninformed opinions about both.

Hosted by Don Bitters and Nick Stone, every week we watch an episode of the STARZ series Outlander, drink scotch, and let you know our terribly uninformed opinions about both.

Mark welcomes back Nick Stone from FS Investors on the Soccer City plan to revitalize the property upon which SDCCU Stadium (formerly Qualcomm Stadium) sits and how the SD City Attorney has compared both their plans and SDSU West's plans.

Sermon 31 Dec 2017 by Rev Nick Stone Psalm 1 by Inverell Anglican

Sermon 25 Dec 2017 (Christmas Day) by Rev Nick Stone from Matthew 1 by Inverell Anglican

Mark makes fun of the liberal/Democrat politicians bemoaning the new tax bill that's on the way to President Trump's desk, and yet nobody made as much as a peep when Presidents George W. Bush and Barack Obama increased the deficit up to $20 trillion. Nick Stone with FS Investors stops by for an update on the Soccer City proposal and what they want to do with the Mission Valley land on which SDCCU Stadium sits.

Sermon 17 Dec 2017 by Rev Nick Stone Titus 3:1-7 by Inverell Anglican

Sermon 10 Dec 17 by Rev Nick Stone Phill 2:1-11 by Inverell Anglican

Sermon 2 Dec 17 by Rev Nick Stone Col 1:15-23 by Inverell Anglican

Sermon 8 Oct 17 by Rev. Nick Stone 1 Thess 4:1-12 by Inverell Anglican

Sermon 1 Oct 17 by Rev. Nick Stone 1 Thess 2:17-3:13 by Inverell Anglican

Sermon preached on Sunday 17th September 2017 by Rev. Nick Stone. Taken from the Book of 1 Thessalonians, Chapter 2, verses 1 to 16.

Sermon preached on Sunday 10th September 2017 by Rev Nick Stone.

The Mark And Rich Show hr 3 06-20-17

The Mark And Rich Show hr 3 06-13-17

The Mark And Rich Show

Nick Stone from FS Investors is talking Soccer City with Mark & Pete.

Mark & Pete talk about the latest developments with the Mission Valley site with Nick Stone from FS Investors.

Mark & Rich are talking about the latest developments for Soccer City with Nick Stone of F.S. Investors.

Nick Stone from FS Investors joins Mark & Rich to discuss the latest news with the Soccer City project.

Strength Level: Brave Little Toaster If you think last week's saxophone player, or the two bass players before that were cutie pies....get ready to get your socks knocked clean off your little feet! This week, Super Strong Ryan invited a new dear friend of his, AN LA SUPER TALENT, KATIE JOHNSON!!! Katie sits down with SSR, Regular Strength Nathan, Intern Neil, AND (special past guest appearance) her lovely boyfriend, Nick Stone. They shoot the shiz, talk the hard stuff, get into the nitty gritty, & have a blast together, & YOU GET TO LISTEN IN!! Katie is genuinely a wonderfully strong, talented, & inspiring woman, so if you like those kings, check her out & get on the Katie Johnson band wagon TODAY!!! Our personal Thoughts for You Today: Gobble gobble time is on its way......use your favorite foods to start stretching your stomach out now for the holiday meals yo momma gonna cooka for you.

Strength Level: If You Added Up 2 Standard Jack Hammers 
The first to dare not compliment Ryan directly in the Compliment Corner?! **edit that out** This is Super Strong Ryan’s show, & if he doesn’t want to have a drummer on, he doesn’t have to. 
But here’s one because he chose to. 
Listen to Nick. A gentleman, a scholar, a churro lover, and someone who is just generally easy on the eyes (which you can’t see because podcasting is an auditory medium). ALSO! Another special appearance by a different super strong member of Ryan’s family for a TWO of a kind special segment….the RETURN OF “TEEN TRAMPOLINE”!!!!! 

Another fellow Hoosier, Nick is another crazy talented drummer that is making big strides in the LA area, and you gotta look him up on Facebook and like his updates TODAY!!!!