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Franchising & Development with Angry Chickz’s Mike LaRue - Grounded Podcast - Episode #34
Explore the intersection of scalable growth, people-first culture, and franchise leadership in this candid conversation with Mike LaRue, Vice President of Franchise De...
Leadership in the Digital Age with Costa Vida’s Wade Allen - Grounded Podcast - Episode #33
What does it take to scale a restaurant brand while staying true to people-first values? Wade Allen, President at Costa Vida Fresh Mexican Grill, shares how leadership...
From a Reactive to Proactive Mindset with Cooper’s Hawk’s Dan Gould - Grounded Podcast - Episode #32
What happens when you blend an operator’s mindset with cutting-edge procurement strategy?Dan Gould, Director of Procurement and Logistics at Cooper’s Hawk Winery and R...
A New Era in Global QSR with Pepper Lunch’s Troy Hooper - Grounded Podcast - Episode #31
Step into the world of sizzling plates, franchise excellence, and global brand growth. Troy Hooper, CEO of Hot Palette America and Co-CEO of Pepper Lunch Worldwide, sh...
The Flywheel of AI with Krispy Krunchy Chicken’s Joe Gordon - Grounded Podcast - Episode #30
Go behind the scenes of one of the fastest-growing foodservice brands with Joe Gordon, Chief Supply Chain and Technology Officer at Krispy Krunchy Chicken. With experi...
Franchisee turned VP of Ops: Boston's Pizza’s Nimesh Patel - Grounded Podcast - Episode #29
From washing dishes at 14 to leading operations for an international brand, Nimesh Patel’s journey is the definition of grounded leadership. Now the Vice President of ...
Fastest growing healthy QSR brand: Salad & Go with Daniel Patino - Grounded Podcast - Episode #28
Step into the kitchen, and the boardroom, with a visionary chef who’s redefining what fast food can be. Daniel Patino, Co-Founder and Executive Chef at Salad and Go, s...
Mentorship that Matters with Barcelona Wine Bar’s Amy Hom - Grounded Podcast - Episode #27
Step into a conversation about people-first leadership, operational balance, and fostering growth in every direction. Amy Hom, Chief Operating Officer at Barcelona Win...
Reimagining Restaurant Leadership with bartaco’s Anthony Valletta - Grounded Podcast - Episode #26
Discover how thoughtful leadership, operational consistency, and authentic brand values come together to create a standout dining experience. Anthony Valletta, CEO and...
Supply Chain with a Soul with El Pollo Loco’s Jeff Burrus - Grounded Podcast - Episode #25
Take a deep dive into how heritage, innovation, and collaboration shape a resilient and forward-thinking supply chain. Jeff Burrus, Vice President of Supply Chain at E...
Brand Promise with Shuckin' Shack’s Jonathan Weathington - Grounded Podcast - Episode #24
Get an inside look at how simplicity, authenticity, and operations-first thinking can shape a powerful restaurant brand. Jonathan Weathington, CEO of Shuckin’ Shack, s...
The Sixth Sense of the Restaurant Industry with Bolay's Chris Gannon - Grounded Podcast - Episode #23
Explore how culture-first leadership, guest-centered service, and sustainable growth strategies can elevate a restaurant brand from the inside out. Chris Gannon, Found...
Cultivating People-First Culture with Hawaiian Bros' Cameron McNie - Grounded Podcast - Episode #22
Take a deep dive into how visionary leadership, operational simplicity, and a people-first culture can fuel explosive business growth. Cameron McNie, Co-Founder and Ex...
Strategic Synergy with Jeff Burrus - Grounded Podcast: Leaders in Produce, Foodservice & Restaurant Supply Chain
Please welcome today’s guest, Jeff Burrus, Chief Supply Chain Officer at FAT Brands Inc. Jeff engages with Lauren Mitchell as they discuss the importance of strategic ...
Culinary Prowess with Mike Turner - Grounded Podcast: Leaders in Produce, Foodservice & Restaurant Supply Chain
Please welcome today’s guest, Mike Turner, Senior Vice President of Culinary & Supply Chain at Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux. Mike engages with Lauren Mitchell as they di...
Best of 2023 with Lauren Mitchell - Grounded Podcast: Leaders in Produce, Foodservice & Restaurant Supply Chain
Embark on a journey with us this week as host Lauren Mitchell, takes a captivating look back at the highlights of Season One on Grounded. Lauren sets the stage by unve...
Market Vision in Foodservice with John Barone - Grounded Podcast: Leaders in Produce, Foodservice & Restaurant Supply Chain
Today’s guest is someone who has been highly active in speaking, presenting, and educating within the foodservice industry for over 30 years! Please welcome John Baron...
Everytable: Nourishing Change with Sam Polk - Grounded Podcast: Leaders in Produce, Food Service & Restaurant Supply Chain
Join us in welcoming our esteemed guest, Sam Polk, Founder & CEO of Everytable, for an enlightening conversation with Lauren Mitchell! Together, they delve into the cr...
What Restaurants Need to Know About FSMA 204 - Chris Rheault & Betsy Handelman - Grounded Podcast: Leaders in Produce, Food Service & Restaurant Supply Chain
Welcome to another episode of Grounded! Joining us today, we have two special guests from the Buyers Edge Platform Fresh Division: Betsy Handelman, the Director of Foo...
Freshness Mastered: Simply Good Jars - Jared Cannon - Grounded Podcast: Leaders in Produce, Food Service & Restaurant Supply Chain
Please welcome today’s guest, Jared Cannon, Founder & CEO of Simply Good Jars. Jared engages with Lauren Mitchell as they discuss what inspired Jared to create Simply ...
