The Restaurant Growth Show
Activity Overview
Episode publication activity over the past year
Episodes
Expert Marketing Strategies with Chris Wizner of Vivid Candi
04 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Chris Wizner, CEO of Vivid Candi, a leading marketing agency with over 20 years of experience specializing in the fo...
Revolutionizing Frontline Work with Jason Radisson CEO of Movo
14 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, hosts sit down with Jason Radisson, CEO and founder of Movo. Jason shares his journey from blue-collar work to leading successful tec...
Fueling Restaurant Growth Through Data: A Chat with Bikky CEO Abhinav Kapur
12 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are joined by Abhinav Kapur, co-founder and CEO of Bikky. Abhinav discusses his transition from finance to the tech startup scene,...
Reducing Turnover and Boosting Team Efficiency with Prospr CEO Erika Wasser
29 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we chat with Erika Wasser, CEO and co-founder of Prospr, a platform dedicated to optimizing restaurant team management. Erika shares i...
Mastering Restaurant Staff Training - Communication, Feedback, and Consistency with Jason E Brooks
25 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jason E Brooks shares essential strategies for effective communication and feedback in training restaurant staff. Learn about the dis...
Maximizing Restaurant Growth with Data: Insights from MaryBeth Maskovas
16 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, hosts are joined by MaryBeth Maskovas, a data expert with a decade of experience in the restaurant and QSR industry. MaryBeth shares ...
Tips from Cash Flow Expert Kirsha Campbell
11 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, cash flow expert Kirsha Campbell shares her extensive knowledge on managing restaurant finances. With 15 years of experience, Kirsha ...
Innovation & Resilience with Chef David Burke
04 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Chef David Burke shares his incredible journey through the culinary world, from starting in the 1970s to running over 20 successful r...
The Future of Restaurant Profitability with Kirk Mauriello
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Restaurant Growth Show podcast, hosts Gordon and Jose are joined by Kirk Mauriello, founder of Profit Cookers. Kirk shares his ...
How Email Marketing Can Fuel Your Restaurant’s Success with Naomi West
16 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we chat with Naomi West, an award-winning email marketing strategist, about effective email marketing strategies for the hospitality ...
Mastering the Art of Pizza: Joe Carlucci's Journey to World Champion
23 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we sit down with Joe Carlucci, owner of Valentina's pizzeria in Madison, Alabama. Join us as Joe, a nine-time world pizza champion...
Unlocking Franchise Investment with Kenny Rose
16 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another episode of the Restaurant Growth Show Podcast! In this episode, we sit down with Kenny Rose, Founder and CEO of FranShares, a Chica...
Consistency & Growth in the Restaurant Industry with Yianni Karapanagiotis
16 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we welcome Yianni Karapanagiotis, the founder of Kara Restaurant Group and co-host of Restaurant Punk podcast. Yianni shares his insig...
When NOT to Grow Your Restaurant Business - Insights from Kasey Anton
14 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we feature Kasey Anton, a former Boston restaurateur turned consultant and author of the upcoming book 'Profit First for Restaura...
The Power of Continuous Training with Jason E. Brooks
08 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, our guest Jason E. Brooks, with over 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry, discusses key number seven from his book, Ev...
Navigating Restaurant Tech with Marketing Expert Mike McGloin
29 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Restaurant Growth Show podcast, we are joined by Mike McGloin, a growth strategist and founder of the Food for Thought Network,...
Tipping Culture, Wage Increases, and Managing Costs with Peter De Bruyn
28 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, hosts Gordon and Jose welcome seasoned restaurateur Peter De Bruyn, who shares his 30 years of experience in the industry. Peter, the...
5 Essential Keys to Transform Restaurant Management with Jason E. Brooks
27 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Restaurant Growth Show Podcast, industry veteran Jason E. Brooks returns to share invaluable insights from his over 30 years of...
Sustainable Practices in Restaurants with Savannah Seydel
14 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Restaurant Growth Show podcast, Savannah Seydel, VP of Sustainability and Impact at Better Earth, shares practical insights on ...
What Restaurant Employees Want feat Brent Beatty from 7shifts
09 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Restaurant Growth Show Podcast, hosts Gordon and Jose welcome Brent Beattie, VP of Product at 7shifts, to discuss the latest 7s...
Reflecting on Collision Conference 2024
09 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this special episode of the Restaurant Growth Show, we share our experiences from the recent Collision Conference 2024 in Toronto. Join us as we de...
Maximize Restaurant Profits with Expert Financial Strategies featuring Tim Sernett
02 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive deep into restaurant financial management with Tim Sernett, CPA, and founder of Financial Optics. Tim shares his 30+ years of...
Driving Sustainability in Restaurants with Jason E. Brooks
15 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this milestone 5th episode of the Restaurant Growth Show Podcast, our host welcomes back hospitality expert Jason E. Brooks to discuss essential st...
Empowering Chefs to Create Cooking Shows with Lenzy Ruffin
14 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into the innovative world of cooking shows with Lenzy Ruffin, a U.S. Army veteran turned cooking show advisor. Lenzy shares h...
Transforming Your Restaurant with Cutting-Edge Technology
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Jose discusses the crucial role of POS systems in the restaurant industry. He covers the advancement of POS technology, integration wi...
Restaurant Growth Strategies with Jamie Griffin
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Jamie Griffin, a renowned restaurant growth strategist and advisor. Jamie shares his journey from deep South Louisia...
Expert Menu Pricing Strategies
21 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jose addresses the hesitation many restaurant owners feel towards price adjustments due to fear of customer backlash and the complexities involved. He...
Redefining Labor Management in Hospitality with Jim Taylor
19 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the podcast, Jim Taylor, founder and CEO of Benchmark60, shares his innovative insights into restaurant productivity and staff mana...
Automating Restaurant Management with David Dittenber and BYOD
14 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the restaurant growth show podcast, we sit down with David Dittenber, an entrepreneur with over 25 years of experience in the resta...
The Power of Trade Shows
10 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Jose discusses the immense value of attending trade shows for restaurant owners. Jose shares personal anecdotes, including encounters ...
How Restaurants Can Embrace Technology with Matt Plapp
03 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Restaurant Girls Show podcast, the show welcomes Matt Plapp, CEO of America's Best Restaurants, to discuss the importance o...
Restaurant Training and Leadership with Jason E. Brooks
03 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Restaurant Growth Show podcast, celebrated speaker, coach, and author Jason E. Brooks shares insights on the importance of inve...
Las Vegas Bar and Restaurant Expo with Jason Brooks
16 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode features a discussion with Jason Brooks, author and hospitality veteran, who recently attended the bar and restaurant expo in Las Vegas. ...
The Kura Sushi USA Experience with Robert Kluger
11 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of The Restaurant Growth Show features Robert Kluger, Chief Development Officer at Kura Sushi USA, discussing the brand's rapid expan...
Unlocking Restaurant Success with Geofencing Technology
03 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jose introduces geofencing as a powerful technology for restaurants to engage customers with special offers the moment they enter a designated virtual...
How to Use Dynamic Pricing with Shawn Walchef
28 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we welcome Shawn Walchef, entrepreneur and owner of Cali BBQ, who shares his insights on leveraging dynamic pricing to grow a restaur...
IoT Technology to Improve Restaurant Operations
27 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Restaurant Growth Show, the hosts discuss the pivotal role of Internet of Things (IoT) technology in transforming the restauran...
How AI Improves Operations & Customer Experience
27 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jose discusses the impact of AI technologies on restaurant operations following the Wendy's debacle. He highlights four main areas where AI is ben...
Revolutionizing Restaurant Loyalty Programs with Matt Smolin
22 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode the hosts welcome Matt Smolin, CEO and co-founder of hang.com, a cutting-edge omni-channel solution for brand loyalty. Matt shares his...
Wendy's Does Dynamic Pricing
19 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, the focus is on Wendy's introduction of digital menu boards and dynamic pricing, a move that was misleadingly compared to ...
Lessons from Wendy's PR Nightmare with special guest Matt Plapp
15 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of the Restaurant Growth Show podcast features a deep dive into brand management and crisis communications in the wake of Wendy's PR ...
Transforming Restaurant Managers into Leaders with Jason E. Brooks
08 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Restaurant Growth Show podcast, we welcome Jason E. Brooks, a seasoned hospitality professional with over 20 years of experienc...
Dynamics of Restaurant Pricing: Interview with Corey Mintz
01 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Restaurant Growth Show podcast, the hosts engage in a fascinating discussion with acclaimed food reporter and author, Corey Mi...
Impact of Legislation on the Gig Economy: The Seattle Case and the Potential for British Columbia
01 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode examines how recent changes in legislation altered the gig economy, particularly focusing on the impacts witnessed in Seattle and potenti...
The Reinvention of North American Restaurants
25 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, hosts Gordon and Jose discuss issues plaguing the restaurant industry, including labor shortages and customer expectations. They anal...
Robotics Revolution
21 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode discusses the rise of robotics in the restaurant industry, highlighting how McDonald's in Texas is now almost fully operated by robot...
Adapting to Modern Challenges in Restaurants with Sabina Campbell
17 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This podcast dives into the ways restaurant operators can overcome current challenges, discover new revenue streams, and utilise technology. The hosts...
How Sustainability is Reshaping the Dining Experience
16 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of 'The Jose Report', host Jose explores the increasing significance of sustainability in the restaurant industry. He discusse...
Transforming Food Service Workers to Hospitality Leaders with Jason E. Brooks
10 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Restaurant Growth Show podcast, we are pleased to introduce restaurant author Jason E Brooks. Jason takes us through his impres...
Navigating the Future of Food | The Jose Report
08 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into the concept of dynamic pricing in the restaurant world. The digital revolution has brought about this innovative strateg...
Jimmy Kimmel Gets it all Wrong
04 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Gordon and Jose critique the inaccurate representation of dynamic pricing in sketch perfomred by Jimmy Kimmel, emphasizing that real-w...
Navigating Customer Demands in the Digital Restaurant Industry
31 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of 'The Jose Report', Jose explores the monumental shift in customer behavior within the restaurant industry in the digital ag...
8 Reasons Why Restaurants Need Automation in 2024
29 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Restaurant Growth Show, hosts Gordon and Jose Albis discuss the pivotal role of automation in restaurant operations for the yea...
Boost Your Restaurant Success through Employee Satisfaction
24 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Jose Report, we break down a Glassdoor report which highlights the direct correlation between employee satisfaction and custome...
Seattle's New Minimum Wage Law for Delivery Drivers: Implications and Adaptations
21 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of 'The Restaurant Growth Show', hosts Gordon and Jose Albis discuss the ramifications of the new Seattle law mandating a mini...
All-in-One vs. Organic Tech Stack: The Restaurant Tech Debate 2024
19 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Restaurant Growth Show's Jose Report, Jose delves into the debate between all-in-one tech solutions and organically buildin...
5 Key Hospitality Trends Shaping the Landscape in 2024
13 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into the future of the hospitality industry and discuss the top 5 trends for 2024 that are set to transform how restaurants o...
Top 6 Favorite Episodes Season 1
23 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as hosts, Gordon Paterson and Jose Albis recap the top episodes from Season One of the 'Restaurant Growth Show' podcast in an end-of-y...
Reducing costs and food waste with special guest Savannah Seydel
20 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Running a restaurant is a multifaceted operation that involves juggling many different aspects to achieve success. This episode of the Restaurant Grow...
Avoiding Content Fails for Restaurant Marketers with special guest, Matt Plapp
16 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Matt Plapp, navigates us through the intricacies of restaurant marketing and explains why social media platforms are a more potent me...
Understanding Your Guest Data
04 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into the importance of understanding your guest data and how it can drive the growth and success of your restaurant business....
8-Step Guide to Mastering Data for QSR's
24 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Maximize your Restaurant's Growth through Effective Data Utilization: A Step-by-Step Guide Unleash your restaurant's potential through strate...
Unlocking Profitability: A Discussion with Vinny Puleio
17 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, special guest Vinny Puleio joins us. A seasoned expert in the hospitality sector with 20 years of success as a restaurateur, startup ...
Jay Ashton talks about the inevitability of dynamic pricing for restaurants
16 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, industry expert and Canada's top food service influencer, Jay Ashton, breaks down the complexities and opportunities of dynamic p...
The Real Cost of Tipping: DoorDash's Pilot Project and Its Impact
12 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Restaurant Growth Show Podcast, hosts Gordon and Jose delve into the recent announcement by DoorDash - its testing of a new sys...
Successful Foodservice in 2024 with special guest Peter De Bruyn
06 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Restaurant Growth Show Podcast, culinary professional Peter De Bruyn joins us for a detailed discussion on how restaurant opera...
Bloomberg Weighs In On Dynamic Pricing
02 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
🔥 Mark Kuperman of RMS cuts through the noise on dynamic pricing: "It will upset customers." As we explore in The Restaurant Growth Show ...
Restaurant Sponsorship Marketing with Brent Barootes
23 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
🎙️ The Restaurant Growth Show Podcast dives deep into the synergy between sponsorship marketing and tech for restaurateurs. 🔸 Special Guest Sp...
How Amazon Antitrust Lawsuit May Affect Restaurants
15 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Consider this: What if the digital landscape was reshaped in such a way that every restaurant, regardless of its history, could have a genuine shot at...
5 Lessons Operators Can Learn from Wendy's
15 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dive into an era where square burgers meet round solutions. Wendy's isn't just revamping its menu; it's redefining QSR with a tech-driven ...
9 Ways to Use Dynamic Pricing for Restaurants
13 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Harnessing Dynamic Pricing for Restaurant Success: Unraveling the Matrix of Marketing Mix🍽️ In Episode 21 of our podcast, we decode 9 strategic w...
Top 4 Favorite Marketing Campaigns
01 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ever considered that your competitor's doorstep might be where your next triumph starts? Dive into an episode where we peel back the layers of ing...
Your Restaurant is an E-Commerce Company
30 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Restaurants as e-commerce entities: No longer a notion, but today's necessity. As restaurateurs pivot in this evolving landscape, operating with a...
Surge Pricing Hits UK : The Good, The Bad, and The Future - Episode 18
15 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Surge Pricing in the UK. With UK pub chain Stonegate Pubs introducing 'unhappy hours,' is this dynamic pricing strategy a win-win for both bus...
Top Three Technologies Restaurants Need to Grow their Business
08 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to this episode of The Restaurant Growth Show Podcast, where we delve into the "Top Three Technologies Restaurants Need to Grow their Bus...
Fast Food Franchise Boom
01 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this insightful episode of The Restaurant Growth Show, Gordon takes us on a deep dive into the rapid expansion of the quick service restaurant (QSR...
The history and role of POS systems
25 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this Restaurant Growth Show podcast episode, dive deep into the transformation of Point of Sale (POS) systems and how they've become central to...
The Restaurant Growth Show - Episode 14: Mastering Dynamic Pricing with Jose Albis & Gordon Paterson
16 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this riveting episode of The Restaurant Growth Show, we dive deep into the world of dynamic pricing. Ever wonder how airlines and hotels constantl...
Lucky Number 13
20 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Can you teach an old dog new tricks? I'm going to give you a stat. Digital has exploded. Accounting for 40% of total business across hospitality with ...
Savvy Solutions for Restaurateurs in 2023 Feat Jay Ashton
05 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we're talking with Jay Ashton, Producer and host of the SVK Network. We will deep dive into restaurant brand strategies and look at some really ...
Gift Card and Loyalty in 2023
26 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Soaring inflation has been a challenge for everyone in 2022 and restaurateurs are no exception. One saving grace has been restaurant loyalty pro...
Speed and Continuity is Everything - The Restaurant Growth Show Podcast
20 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Baby, it’s cold outside! As a result, online ordering is skyrocketing. It’s so predictable If you don’t have the infrastructure in place to acce...
Trending Restaurant Technology in 2023
05 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As the new year is staring restaurateurs right in the face, so is all this new technology. It’s overwhelming. In this episode, we’ll be talking ab...
Optimizing Your Digital Menu - Halloween Special
31 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
From brick and mortar to click and order. If your customers can't see your food and order it quickly online, they are going to bounce. In other words,...
Owning Your Customer Data Is the Key to Growth. Here's Why.
26 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Blindly marketing to your guests and guessing what they want when they want it Is insane. In the age of the internet, consistent targeted and personal...
Ghost Kitchens and Mr Beast
19 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
With 186 million subscribers worldwide, Jimmy Donaldson AKA MrBeast has entered the Ghost Kitchen space launching MrBeast Burger. Since November 2020,...
Fun Fact Friday
30 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Fun fact: People are spending 40% of their food budgets on restaurants despite inflation. So ask yourself this question Is your digital presence good ...
Dynamic pricing enables restaurants to be more profitable by taking a data-driven approach to pricing
20 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
For those that are unfamiliar with the term, Dynamic pricing is a pricing strategy that enables restaurants to be more profitable by taking a data-dri...
75% of customers say they would switch brands for a better loyalty program according to KPMG In 2019
20 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In 2019, KPMG completed a study and found that 75% of customers say they would switch brands for a better loyalty program. Loyalty and rewards ...
How Nanado's Chicken grew their orders by 6 times using QR code table ordering
20 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Nando's Chicken grew their orders by six times after adding QR code table ordering to their locations. There's no secret there's a labor shortage out ...
Trust between restaurants and third-party delivery companies is at an all-time low
16 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Trust between restaurants and third-party delivery companies is at an all-time low We all know about the ridiculous fees restaurants are paying and th...