Grounded

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 ...

August 5, 2025 / 34:05/E29

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...

July 29, 2025 / 44:28/E28

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...

July 22, 2025 / 41:02/E27

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...

July 15, 2025 / 46:14/E26

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...

July 8, 2025 / 40:30/E25

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...

July 1, 2025 / 45:07/E24

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...

June 24, 2025 / 38:42/E23

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...

June 17, 2025 / 35:11/E22

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 ...

January 24, 2024 / 38:25/E21

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...

January 10, 2024 / 34:49/E20

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...

December 27, 2023 / 25:04/E19

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...

December 13, 2023 / 56:48/E18

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...

November 29, 2023 / 35:53/E17

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...

November 15, 2023 / 26:13/E16

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 ...

November 1, 2023 / 47:56/E15

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