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The Tech Conundrum: Debunking the Assumption that Restaurants Can Thrive Without Technology
I am frequently asked about the Buy vs Build decision that brands must make & always reflect on my interactions with founders of Wendy’s, Subway, and Houston’s/Hillstone & how they would approach the application of technology into their businesses.
Your Human Network: Essential on Many Levels
You will encounter roadblocks, impasses, struggles, and challenges in your personal and professional life. Is your network of contacts who could possibly help you fresh enough that you would feel comfortable reaching out for help?
Beyond the Check: VCs Prepare for a Pivotal 2024
Venture Capitalists are ushering in 2024 with strategic shifts and a hands-on approach beyond traditional funding
Turn Your Restaurant Marketing ON FIRE!!
Presenting The 2024 Digital Restaurant Association (DRA) Restaurant Marketing Summit, Powered by Branded!!!
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The Evolution from Solution Selling to Insight Selling: A Guide for Foodservice Vendors and Suppliers
The shift to insight selling is a transformative step, heralding a commitment to a data-driven and customer-centric approach that genuinely delivers value. In today’s fast-paced foodservice industry, understanding and anticipating client needs through data is not just an advantage—it’s a necessity.
What’s Holding Back Your Growth? An Introspection Guide.
One of the exercises that may be helpful for you, your team, and perhaps your entire company as you do your year-end assessments and approach your planning and goal setting for the coming year, is to pause and understand the psychology of doing something new.
Your Geotag On Instagram Is Missing -- NOW WHAT?!?!?
Unlocking the power of geotags on Instagram is pivotal for boosting discoverability and optimizing your online presence but what happens when your geotag is wrong or missing?!
Too Big to Fail? Ghost Kitchen Industry Takes Hit, but the Story is Far from Over
Throughout the pandemic, over 70,000 restaurants in the United States were forced to close. Despite recent negative news, ghost kitchens will play a part in the future of restaurant delivery.
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The Rebirth of a Sleeping Giant – How One Franchise Model Plans to Revitalize a Forgotten Legacy Brand
Over the last decade, Jack in the Box's growth has been stagnant, operating fewer locations today than it did in 2012. Today, Jack in the Box might be the most exciting legacy brand going into 2024.