Restaurant Influencers

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Bilt’s Sam Bakhshandehpour on Turning Nearby Residents Into Regulars

Sam Bakhshandehpour brings years of restaurant leadership to his role as president of local merchants at Bilt. He connects restaurants with nearby residents and focuses on technology that helps teams welcome guests, build loyalty and keep people coming back. Watch now to learn ho ... Show more

. 37min 58sec

A Private Jet Upgrade That Shaped Dave’s Hot Chicken’s CEO.

Jim Bitticks leads Dave’s Hot Chicken as both CEO and a franchise owner. He shares how his predecessor, Bill Phelps, shaped his approach to leadership through generosity, investing in employees and giving people opportunities to grow with the company. Watch now to learn how Jim B ... Show more

. 31min 18sec

Danny Meyer Once Thought Profit Got in the Way of Hospitality. He Explains Why He Was Wrong

Danny Meyer built Union Square Hospitality Group by putting people first. Through his approach to hospitality, he builds trust with guests and empowers employees while sharing lessons on leadership, entrepreneurship and creating experiences people remember. Watch now to learn how ... Show more

. 43min 33sec

Why Operating 650 Auto Body Shops Doesn’t Stop This CEO From Hosting His Own Podcast

Matt Ebert grew Crash Champions from one collision repair shop to 650 locations. Through his podcast, PodCrash, he builds trust with customers and connects with potential employees while sharing lessons on leadership, entrepreneurship and careers in the trades. Watch now to learn ... Show more

. 24min 22sec