Podcasts about restaurant owner

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Tremayne Thompson. A co-owner of Perfect Note, a dinner supper club with locations in Birmingham, Alabama and Atlanta, Georgia. The conversation is a rich blend of entrepreneurship, community service, music, and food culture.

Don't fall for the Google Review Scam Do you need some help driving sales to your restaurant?   I'm the CEO of America's Best Restaurants. We help restaurant owners get the attention they deserve and find more frequent customers!  If you need help check out www.americasbestrestaurants.com

Don't do what this restaurant owner did and risk CRUSHING your restaurant.  Do you need some help driving sales to your restaurant?   I'm the CEO of America's Best Restaurants. We help restaurant owners get the attention they deserve and find more frequent customers!  If you need help check out www.americasbestrestaurants.com

You control your own destiny, not the software you buy.  In today's podcast we talk about the missing ingredient missint with these two restaurants, EFFORT! Do you need some help driving sales to your restaurant?   I'm the CEO of America's Best Restaurants. We help restaurant owners get the attention they deserve and find more frequent customers!  If you need help check out www.americasbestrestaurants.com

Today's podcast is a math problem that you have. Attrack Build Retain + New Frequent Lost  + In-store, Onine & Social Media = Restaurant Marketing That Works Do you need some help driving sales to your restaurant?   I'm the CEO of America's Best Restaurants. We help restaurant owners get the attention they deserve and find more frequent customers!  If you need help check out www.americasbestrestaurants.com

Episode 263. From Restaurant Owner to Real Estate with Gino Barbaro On this episode Gino Barbaro shares his journey from restaurant owner to becoming a successful real estate investor and life coach. He discusses the importance of mindset, the frameworks for success in real estate, and the impact of personal experiences on financial decisions. Gino emphasises the significance of understanding money archetypes, values-based decision making, and the role of family in business. He also touches on the challenges of modern technology and the importance of creating a legacy through happy money. *** Curious about my Accelerator

Episode 263. From Restaurant Owner to Real Estate with Gino Barbaro On this episode Gino Barbaro shares his journey from restaurant owner to becoming a successful real estate investor and life coach. He discusses the importance of mindset, the frameworks for success in real estate, and the impact of personal experiences on financial decisions. Gino emphasises the significance of understanding money archetypes, values-based decision making, and the role of family in business. He also touches on the challenges of modern technology and the importance of creating a legacy through happy money. *** Curious about my Accelerator

Your restaurants sales aren't growing due to having a LEAKY marketing plan. Let's discuss this today! - Do you need some help driving sales to your restaurant?   I'm the CEO of America's Best Restaurants. We help restaurant owners get the attention they deserve and find more frequent customers!  If you need help check out www.americasbestrestaurants.com

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Greg Brady spoke to David Brown, Fearless Meat owner says he's tired of waiting — he's spending millions to help Toronto's homeless. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wil speaks with longtime Schedulefly customer and Chicago restaurateur Pat Fowler. The conversation covers Pat's unexpected path into hospitality, the risks he took to buy his first restaurant, and the challenges and opportunities facing independent restaurants today. They discuss economic pressures like rising costs, changing consumer habits, and competition from large chains, but also highlight the enduring value of authentic hospitality, community connection, and innovation. Fowler shares how his frozen pizza line became an unexpected new revenue stream and how social media and storytelling are now key to connecting with guests. Wil and Pat reflect on the realities of entrepreneurship, the importance of caring staff, and the resilience required to thrive in a difficult industry.Key Takeaways Industry Inspiration – Listening to fellow restaurateurs' stories can provide therapy, motivation, and a reminder that no one is alone in facing industry challenges. Pat's Origin Story – He pivoted from a failed finance/insurance career to hospitality, fell in love with the business, and ultimately bought his first restaurant using a credit card cash advance. Entrepreneurial DNA – Owning a restaurant requires risk-taking, thick skin, and comfort with constant problem-solving; outsiders often underestimate the difficulty. Economic Pressures – Rising food and labor costs, consumer belt-tightening, and shrinking margins make survival harder, especially against well-capitalized chains. Community & Hospitality – Independent restaurants remain vital because they provide authentic human connection and serve as anchors in their communities. Frozen Pizza Pivot – During COVID, Pat turned his restaurant's signature pizza into a frozen product, which grew into a wholesale business and new revenue stream. Tech: Double-Edged Sword – Some tools (like text-based marketing or Schedulefly) are genuinely helpful; others, often pushed by outsiders, miss the mark. Social Media Storytelling – Sharing authentic stories and featuring staff builds customer loyalty and emotional connection to the restaurant. Staff Culture – Today's workforce needs a strong “why” and meaningful engagement; great service still drives repeat business even more than food or atmosphere. Resilience & Adaptability – The restaurant business always faces cycles of challenge; those who keep innovating and focusing on guest experience endure. The Future of Service – As automation grows in fast food, demand will rise for intentional, human-centered full-service dining experiences.

What does it take to go from pulling double shifts in your family's restaurant to running four successful locations while still making time for family? In this episode of “The Restaurant Prosperity Formula” podcast, I sat down with Matt Jacobs, a Pennsylvania-based restaurant entrepreneur who built Ben Franklin's Tap Room and now owns three Jersey Mike's franchises. Matt shares his journey of starting out overwhelmed, underpaid and stuck in the day-to-day grind to creating systems, building a strong leadership team, and ultimately gaining both financial and personal freedom. Listeners will walk away with inspiration and clarity on what's possible when you commit to systems, accountability and scaling with purpose.

Amie Baima has been on the island long enough to remember quite a bit. She’s seen the growth and via her restaurant, Skillets Cafe and Bakery, she’s had a front […]

In this episode, Wil chats with longtime friend and restaurateur Drew Moore of Carrboro, NC. Drew shares updates on his ventures, including Venable Bistro, B-Side Lounge, Auto Strada Pizza & Panini, Auto Strada Gelato & Coffee, and the upcoming House of Gatewood Chop House in Hillsborough. He explains how a 2022 trip to France and Italy inspired Auto Strada, modeled after Italian “auto grills,” offering high-quality paninis, pizza with imported Italian flour, and real ingredients at approachable prices. They discuss the challenges of running restaurants, including supply chain issues (especially in beef), workforce recovery post-COVID, rising tuition and its impact on staffing, and educating consumers on healthier food choices. Drew emphasizes values-driven business practices, maintaining ingredient integrity, and making dining experiences approachable while elevating quality, all while balancing the very real, unglamorous daily demands of restaurant ownership.Takeaways: Inspiration from Italy: Auto Strada was inspired by Italian highway “auto grills,” which offer fresh, high-quality paninis, coffee, and gelato, something Drew wanted to bring to North Carolina. Ingredient Integrity: Auto Strada uses imported Italian double-zero flour (non-GMO and glyphosate-free), San Marzano tomatoes, and high-quality Wisconsin cheeses, making their pizza more digestible and flavorful. Educating Consumers: Many customers already recognize the health benefits of authentic ingredients, and Drew uses menu descriptions and conversations to further educate them. Economic Realities: While higher-quality ingredients cost more, Drew notes that dough remains inexpensive compared to cheese and proteins, making pricing manageable for customers. Beef Supply Challenges: The beef market is at its lowest production since the 1940s, making sourcing for the chop house complex; Drew is exploring local farms and co-ops for ethical, high-quality beef. Workforce Recovery: Post-COVID staffing remains challenging, though 2024 has shown improvement. University towns have a unique labor cycle, but graduate school enrollment spikes have slowed industry recovery. Consumer Shifts: Customers are increasingly health-conscious, moving away from processed fast food toward real, nutrient-dense options—a shift that supports Drew's model. Rising Tuition & Labor Market: Drew and Wil discuss the high cost of higher education, diminishing ROI for some degrees, and how AI may replace entry-level jobs, influencing the restaurant labor pool.  The Unseen Side of Ownership: Drew highlights the unglamorous reality of restaurant ownership, fixing toilets, handling equipment breakdowns, and responding to emergencies are all part of the job.

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Tremayne Thompson. A co-owner of Perfect Note, a dinner supper club with locations in Birmingham, Alabama and Atlanta, Georgia. The conversation is a rich blend of entrepreneurship, community service, music, and food culture.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Tremayne Thompson. A co-owner of Perfect Note, a dinner supper club with locations in Birmingham, Alabama and Atlanta, Georgia. The conversation is a rich blend of entrepreneurship, community service, music, and food culture.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Tremayne Thompson. A co-owner of Perfect Note, a dinner supper club with locations in Birmingham, Alabama and Atlanta, Georgia. The conversation is a rich blend of entrepreneurship, community service, music, and food culture.

Northern Territory restaurateur couple Sean and Rachel-Ann Johnston derive optimism for their Filipino buffet offerings from a plethora of choices and flavours. - Tiwala na tatangkilikin ng mga tao ang restaurant ng mag-asawang Sean at Rachel Ann Johnston dahil sa iba't-ibang lasa na hain nila sa kanilang negosyong buffet sa Darwin.

It's almost Chef's week in Arizona! We talked to Scottsdale Chef Gio about the in's and out's of being a restaurateur in the Valley. 

You can use this campaign every week to fill 40-50% of your weekly posts, drive massive engagment and have fun inside your 4-walls. - Do you need some help driving sales to your restaurant?   I'm the CEO of America's Best Restaurants. We help restaurant owners get the attention they deserve and find more frequent customers!  If you need help check out www.americasbestrestaurants.com

You can't just sit on your hands and not use one of the biggest inventions ever for it's intended use, THE PHONE.  You have to learn to LOVE outbound marketing and that includes calling your customers and selling them buritos. - Do you need some help driving sales to your restaurant?   I'm the CEO of America's Best Restaurants. We help restaurant owners get the attention they deserve and find more frequent customers!  If you need help check out www.americasbestrestaurants.com

Retired agent Kathy Adams reviews the rescue of a restaurant owner who was kidnapped for ransom at gunpoint from his Champaign, Illinois, Mexican restaurant and held for five days in September 2006. Using cell site analysis during the multi-state investigation, Kathy, along with FBI agents assigned to Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin and FBI Headquarters, along with investigators from the Champaign Police Department, were able to identify, track and arrest the kidnappers. The victim was rescued from a motel room in Fort Wayne, Indiana, and most of the $250,000 ransom money recovered. Kathy Adams was the first female FBI agent to become a SWAT team operator and was the first female FBI SWAT team leader. She served in the FBI for nearly 29 years.   Check out episode show notes, photos, and related articles:  https://jerriwilliams.com/362-kathy-adams-kidnapped-restaurant-owner/     Buy me a coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/JerriWilliams   Join my Reader Team to get the FBI Reading Resource - Books about the FBI, written by FBI agents, the 20 clichés about the FBI Reality Checklist, and keep up to date on the FBI in books, TV, and movies via my monthly email. Join here. http://eepurl.com/dzCCmL    Check out my FBI books, non-fiction and crime fiction, available as audiobooks, ebooks and paperbacks wherever books are sold. https://jerriwilliams.com/books/

Chef Jackie Jacutin's family nearly lost everything when his father died in a ship accident in 1995. But with the strength of his mother and siblings, they kept going. From working in the Middle East to chasing his culinary dream, he's now a chef and proud owner of a restaurant and multiple food businesses in Australia. A true story of resilience, family, and rising above life's storms. - Ayon kay Chef Jackie Jacutin, muntik nang malunod ang mga pangarap ng kanilang pamilya nang pumanaw ang kanyang ama sa isang aksidente sa barko noong 1995. Ngunit sa tulong at tibay ng loob ng kanyang ina at mga kapatid, ipinagpatuloy nila ang laban sa buhay. Mula sa pagtatrabaho sa Middle East, naging isang ganap siyang chef at ngayo'y may sarili nang restaurant at ilang food businesses sa Australia.

1. Get The Attention Your Restaurant Deserves In a world dominated by big chains, standing out in your local community is harder than ever. The ABR Roadshow helps independent restaurants rise above the noise and become the go-to spot in their neighborhood. 2. Your Own TV-Quality Restaurant Feature Imagine a professionally produced video episode filmed at your restaurant—showcasing your food, your team, and your story. It's like those cable TV shows we all used to love (you know, the one with that one guy...), but built for today's digital platforms where people actually watch. 3. Backed by a National Brand That Customers Trust The ABR Roadshow isn't just a video—it's a full marketing campaign powered by the trusted America's Best Restaurants brand. That means credibility, recognition, and excitement that drives people through your doors. 4. A Customer Acquisition Engine That Runs Daily Each Roadshow feature includes a four-month marketing program that builds your customer database and drives daily traffic. With tools like the DRYVER system, we turn attention into action—bringing new customers in every single day.   Apply today - www.roadshow.americasbestrestaurants.com/get-featured

Hi Everyone!! Today is Hamsa Holistic Healing & Ayurveda Podcast's 50Th Episode!!! And today, my guest is Ayurvedic Chef, Restaurant Owner and Author, Divya Alter, Owner of Divya's Kitchen in Manhattan, the co-founder of the non-profit Bhagavat Life Culinary School and the author of 2 cookbooks, What To Eat For How You Feel and Divya's newest book, Joy Of Balance... You can find more info on Divya's.com Use code HAMSA20 for 20% off every Divya's.com   expiration-August 15, 2025 Thank you to everyone for all of your Love and Support...With Love and Blessings, Sheerie

You're taking the effort with social media posts on platforms like Facebook, but it's doing NOTHING - Do you need some help driving sales to your restaurant?   I'm the CEO of America's Best Restaurants. We help restaurant owners get the attention they deserve and find more frequent customers!

SummaryIn this episode of the Restaurant Owners Uncorked podcast, Wil chats with Ross Hester, owner of Good Day Cafe and Bar Muse in Oxford, Mississippi. They discuss Ross's journey in the restaurant industry, the challenges of running a business, and the importance of leadership and team dynamics. Ross shares insights on the growth of his establishments, the significance of maintaining a positive work environment, and the future plans for his businesses. The conversation highlights the passion and dedication required to succeed in the hospitality industry.Takeaways Bar Muse is a craft cocktail bar that started in a small space. Leadership is about serving employees and leading by example. Hospitality is a team sport that requires everyone to contribute. Understanding the hidden costs of running a restaurant is crucial. Passion for the business is essential for success. Creating a positive work environment leads to employee retention. Attitude is more important than experience when hiring. Community and independent restaurants are vital to local culture.

Google says they are closed, and they turn to Facebook to tell their fans they are not closed.  Whta's wrong wtih that picture?  If they didn't send and email and text, and their only means to announce this is on a rented medium, then a lot! - Do you need some help driving sales to your restaurant?   I'm the CEO of America's Best Restaurants. We help restaurant owners get the attention they deserve and find more frequent customers!

In this episode, we break down  "Monthly Attention Plan" featured in PMQ Magazine—a game-changing strategy to keep your restaurant top-of-mind and drive consistent sales. Learn how attracting attention, building a customer database, and retaining loyal guests can create predictable monthly growth. - Do you need some help driving sales to your restaurant?   I'm the CEO of America's Best Restaurants. We help restaurant owners get the attention they deserve and find more frequent customers!

In this episode, host Keola Keala sits down with Judah DeVilbiss and Darrin Yee—key players in Pace Morby's community and leaders at EverBridge Capital—to dive into their real estate investing journeys and the business acquisition world. They share how creative financing, collaboration, and leveraging community connections can supercharge success in both real estate and business. Judah, EverBridge's VP of Sales and Business Development, discusses his mission to help fund business acquisitions and connect with entrepreneurs, buyers, and lenders who want to scale bigger and smarter. Whether you're looking to grow your own portfolio or want safe, solid returns on your capital, Judah's all about sharing knowledge and winning together. Darrin, EverBridge's Chief Investment Officer, opens up about raising capital, bringing consistent returns to private money lenders, and his search for talented team members—from executive assistants to business underwriters and transaction coordinators. He's also looking to host business underwriting sessions inside SubTo and Gator to help others master the process. Together, they highlight the power of teamwork, their innovative solutions for business and real estate investing, and the amazing opportunities that come from being part of the SubTo and Gator community. Don't miss this one—it's packed with real-world strategies and the kind of actionable insights that help investors grow faster, together.

Every Monday we send out an email titled "MPs Minute."  And now, every Monday a podcast will be dedicated to that exact topic.   Today we talk about "One Move = Big Impact!" - Do you need some help driving sales to your restaurant?   I'm the CEO of America's Best Restaurants. We help restaurant owners get the attention they deserve and find more frequent customers!

Michael Chernow is a 2x Restaurant Owner, Founder of Kreatures of Habit, Professional Athlete, and Podcaster.More on him: https://www.instagram.com/michaelchernow/IG: https://www.instagram.com/jamesbrackiniv/1:1 Coaching with me: https://calendly.com/jamesbrackin/1?month=2024-1000:00 – Who is Michael Chernow?03:20 – Can breath work truly change your life?08:12 – How do you juggle multiple careers?12:47 – Is fear and failure are the keys to your growth?17:41 – Why is commitment more powerful than motivation?22:45 – What do near-death experiences teach us about living fully?27:32 – How do family and faith shape who we become?32:38 – Can shifting your perspective really change your entire life?34:29 – How do daily habits help you build real self-love?36:22 – What do the most successful people do every morning?43:21 – Why did he create 'Creatures of Habit' — and what's it really about?45:09 – How did oatmeal become a metaphor for success?51:14 – What happens when you stop trusting — and start healing?

Joaquin Ortiz, better known as Keeno, is a rare breed. He is a native Californian, an award-winning chef, a world traveler, an entrepreneur and the founder of a nonprofit foundation. He has his hands in many pots and judging by his history, he knows exactly what to do with them.Raised in Los Angeles by a family of foodies, Keeno grew up with a passion for cuisine. At age 17 he moved to Miami and enrolled in culinary school at Johnson & Wales University. His externship program led him to work under an old-school New York chef, where he learned the foundation of running a kitchen. Although being in the kitchen felt comfortable for Keeno, he quickly realized that he was a great businessman capable of leading an entire restaurant.In May of 2011, Keeno told 944 Magazine in an interview that he had a dream to bring all the things he was most passionate about – art, fashion, community, food, and drink – and combine them into a “lifestyle store that would revolutionize the way people shop and interact.” Five years later, he teamed up with two of his best friends and opened Tea & Poets, a café and indoor art-walk style market, full-service tea bar, and live performance venue in the heart of South Miami.After the tremendous success of Tea & Poet, he went on to open his 4th endeavor Jealous Fork, the first artisan pancake food truck in the country. Keeno brought his innovation, creativity, and a nostalgic love for breakfast to the world of pancakes. In the short time Jealous Fork the food truck was open, they attracted patrons from across the entire country. Jealous Fork exploded, landing features on NBC's 6 in the Mix, Deco Drive, The Miami Herald, and The Miami New Times. With lines of people stretching around the corner, it was only a matter of time before Jealous Fork outgrew the food truck. Two and a half years after launching the food truck, Keeno opened Jealous Fork the restaurant in 2023. Four short months after opening, Travel & Leisure Magazine ranked Jealous Fork the 5th Best Pancake Restaurant in the country.Keeno has opened fifteen different restaurants, collected a wealth of hospitality experience, a solid understanding of flavor profiles, and a precise attention to detail. He is driven by authenticity, and he does his best to express that in everything he does. Launching his YouTube Channel is a culmination of his adventures and a celebration of all his hard work over the years. He hopes that you'll have fun seeing life through his eyes!ENJOY THIS GREAT PODCAST!

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This week on Fascinating Ohio, we will meet television host and YouTube star Coyote Peterson, acoustic guitarist John Morgan and restaurant owner Victor Omar D'Angelo.

This week on Fascinating Ohio, we will meet television host and YouTube star Coyote Peterson, acoustic guitarist John Morgan and restaurant owner Victor Omar D'Angelo.

What happens when the coach becomes the one in the hot seat? In this episode of “The Restaurant Prosperity Formula,” we shake things up with a special “Flip the Table” segment. This time, the questions come from restaurant owner Jeff Fitter, a straight-shooting operator with a knack for digging deep and cutting through the fluff. If you've ever wondered how restaurant coaching works behind the scenes, how to become a stronger leader in your restaurant, or how to truly build a business that serves your life — not the other way around — this is the episode for you.

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Mark mentions: Trump Poll, Mrs. Obama's Podcast, Mark gets email from BMW, Patsy's Restaurant Owner, Sands Casino, Democratic Civil War vs. Oligarchs, NYT article about DEMS position, WH renovations, and NBC-Comcast distancing themselves form MSNBC

Mark Interviews Patsy's Restaurant Owner Sal

Another local business crushed under Washington State's weight of empty promises and unchecked crime. Watch as restaurant owner Nav Sheth reveals how four break-ins, impossible insurance costs, and an $11,000 weekly expense burden forced him to literally give away his business for $1. While Democratic leadership boasts of small business support programs, Sheth exposes the painful reality: "When you're sweeping up shattered glass at 2 a.m., filing yet another police report that goes nowhere, you realize how little of that support actually exists." Is this deliberate policy failure driving entrepreneurs out of blue states? Are we watching socialism by design or just stunning incompetence? Subscribe now as we continue exposing the gap between political virtue signaling and the harsh reality facing taxpayers and small business owners.

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In this episode 124 of “The Restaurant Prosperity Formula” podcast, I sit down with longtime friend, client and now colleague, David Militello. Militello is a restaurant owner in South Haven, Michigan, and one of the first five members I ever coached. Over the years, he's evolved from a struggling operator to a master of restaurant systems and now serves as a member mentor in my group coaching program. In this episode, Militello shares his journey from burnout to balance, the lessons he's learned about leadership, and why the shift from operator to owner is so critical. Listeners will hear what it really takes to implement systems, build empowered teams and stay disciplined even when the restaurant world pulls you in a thousand directions.

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In this episode of The Human Experience, I sit down with Ralph Velasco, a seasoned travel photographer and founder of small group travel experiences. Raised in suburban Chicago, Ralph takes us through his winding career path—from restaurants and real estate to his true calling behind the camera and on the road. We explore how travel can be a powerful vehicle for connection and self-discovery, and how storytelling brings those experiences to life. Whether you're a budding traveler or someone navigating life's turning points, this conversation offers a compelling look at resilience, reinvention, and the beauty of the journey.

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