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[SpotOn Series] The Motivation Behind Successful Businesses With Barry Jessurun of Green Valley Hospitality

[SpotOn Series] The Motivation Behind Successful Businesses With Barry Jessurun of Green Valley Hospitality

In this episode of the SpotOn Series, Chad Franzen is joined by Barry Jessurun, President and CEO of Green Valley Hospitality. They discuss how to handle professional burnout, adopting a healthy mindset to ensure business longevity, and the key elements of fast casual restaurants that attract customers. Barry also breaks down the most common obstacles for entrepreneurs of all ages and gives advice on starting a business in the hospitality industry.

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[SpotOn Series] The Ups and Downs of Owning a Restaurant Franchise

[SpotOn Series] The Ups and Downs of Owning a Restaurant Franchise

Join Chad Franzen in this episode of the SpotOn Series as he queries Pinal Sitaram on his 14 years of experience as a franchisee for multiple Buffalo Wild Wings locations in the Los Angeles Metropolitan Area. Pinal explains the hardships of owning a restaurant franchise, the motivation behind opening a franchise, and his quest to add additional franchises in his community.

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[SpotOn Series] Transforming People’s Quality of Life One Bite at a Time With Raji Sankar of Choolaah

[SpotOn Series] Transforming People’s Quality of Life One Bite at a Time With Raji Sankar of Choolaah

In this episode of the SpotOn Series, Chad Franzen welcomes Raji Sankar, Co-founder and CEO of Choolaah. They discuss the intricacies of starting a restaurant and the benefits franchising can bring to your business. Raji goes on to explain creating a confident brand message that resonates with consumers, how to stay true to your company values even through challenges, and the best ways to learn from costly mistakes when starting your business.

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[SpotOn Series] How to Successfully Scale Your Restaurant Business With Mac Hay and Sebastien Taffara From Mac’s Seafood

[SpotOn Series] How to Successfully Scale Your Restaurant Business With Mac Hay and Sebastien Taffara From Mac’s Seafood

In this episode of the SpotOn Series, Chad Franzen is joined by Mac Hay, the Founder and CEO of Mac’s Seafood, and Sebastien Taffara, Restaurant Director and Operations Manager at Mac’s Seafood. They talk about the challenges of starting a restaurant business, profitability prospects with seasonal food items, scaling their business to multiple locations, introducing wholesale and retail strategies, and adapting to pandemic restrictions in the hospitality industry.

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[SpotOn Series]  Creating Excellence in Dining With Robert Hall of Refined Hospitality Concepts

[SpotOn Series] Creating Excellence in Dining With Robert Hall of Refined Hospitality Concepts

In this episode of the SpotOn Series, Chad Franzen speaks with Robert Hall, CEO of Refined Hospitality Concepts, about the atmosphere and inspiration for each of his restaurants. Robert strives to create a culture of excellence across all of his restaurants, from Bourbon and Banner’s speakeasy design to the fun Euro-Western atmosphere of Sfereco. His experience in the industry has propelled Refined Hospitality Concepts through the challenges of the pandemic, and the company continues to grow, introduce new concepts, and open new locations.

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[SpotOn Series] Tips To Grow Your Business and Support Your People With Tom Coogle of Reynolds Foodliner Inc. and Your Pie Franchising

[SpotOn Series] Tips To Grow Your Business and Support Your People With Tom Coogle of Reynolds Foodliner Inc. and Your Pie Franchising

In this episode of the SpotOn Series, Chad Franzen is joined by Tom Coogle, President of Reynolds Foodliner Inc. and Franchise Owner at Your Pie Franchising. They discuss maintaining a great culture, supporting employees, and pivoting during tough times. Tom explains the importance of sharing profit with employees, streamlining processes to improve workflow, and creating a culture based on authenticity and positivity. Plus, he shares his experience running a business and franchise.

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