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AI is transforming business—but it doesn’t replace human agency, lived experience, or purpose. In the latest episode of The Profitable Table, Steven Toboroff explores how leaders can use AI as a powerful tool while preserving the human judgment that drives meaningful decisions, customer connections, and innovation. Tune in to the full episode and discover how reframing AI can help your business tu...

In this episode of The Profitable Table, we explore Immanuel Kant’s Critique of Pure Reason and its practical applications for business leadership, decision-making, customer service, rising costs, team challenges, and growth. What if the problems we face in business aren’t reality—but interpretations created by our own minds? Learn how to separate facts from emotional reactions, audit the assumpti...

Discover how Michael R. Katz’s new translation of Dostoevsky’s The Idiot brings timeless questions of faith, morality, and human nature into sharp focus for today’s leaders. In this episode, we explore why Dostoevsky still resonates in a modern world shaped by tension, doubt, and the search for meaning — and how his philosophy can inspire stronger leadership, clearer decision-making, and more valu...

Business owners have to answer hard questions about their market, target customer, financing, and objectives. That means stepping back, thinking strategically, and making creative decisions no one else can make for you. If you’re interested in business strategy, entrepreneurship, leadership, critical thinking, and creative problem-solving, this latest episode of The Profitable Table is for you. Pr...

Fall is a defining season for the hospitality industry in NYC. As universities reopen, people return to the city, energy builds across neighborhoods, and football season brings new momentum for restaurants, hotels, bars, and entertainment venues.  In this episode of The Profitable Table, we explore how hospitality leaders can build a clear strategy, track weekly performance, measure what’s wo...

On this new episode of The Profitable Table, we break down how to filter out celebrity noise, emotional manipulation, and bad information—and instead stay focused on your own clear business objectives, better decision-making, and real ROI. Listen now if you want to learn about business strategy, leadership, entrepreneurship, and how to build a more profitable and resilient hospitality business. Pr...

Inspired by the NY Knicks championship win, this episode of The Profitable Table brings that same energy into the world of hospitality, digging into restaurant marketing, hospitality strategy, community building, customer connection, tourism trends, and leadership lessons.  Listen now to get practical takeaways on resilience, reinvestment, brand positioning, creating memorable third-space exp...

Restaurateur and cookbook author Allison Arevalo, founder of Brooklyn’s beloved Pasta Louise and Bar Louise, shares her journey from Homeroom in Oakland, CA to building a community-first restaurant group and the Pasta Rose Scholarship program. Listen now for practical, inspiring restaurant success strategies you can apply to your business today. Pastalouise.com Barlouisenyc.com Pastafriday.com Ins...

With the World Cup presenting a major business opportunity, the latest episode of The Profitable Table shares practical strategies to help hospitality businesses boost visibility, drive traffic, elevate guest experience, and increase revenue. A must-listen for restaurants, bars, hotels, caterers, and hospitality professionals looking to turn global excitement into real business growth. Hosted on A...

What can business leaders and modern thinkers learn from Nietzsche? This episode explores how rigid systems can suppress creativity, energy, and human connection—and why joy, courage, and deeper thinking still matter for flourishing in business and in life. Listen now for a fresh perspective on philosophy, culture, and modern leadership. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this new episode of The Profitable Table podcast, we explore the future of food and hospitality with food futurist and manufacturing strategist Ozan Ozaskinli. From chef robots in home kitchens to the rise of small, agile food brands and AI-driven manufacturing, this episode unpacks how technology will transform what we eat, how it’s made, and how restaurants must adapt.  Hosted on Acast....

Discover powerful new insights into the global hospitality industry with Emanuele Votano, founder and managing director of Devolus Inc., a leading expert in European restaurant relocation to the U.S. In this new episode, we dive into profitable growth strategies, brand positioning, and hospitality innovation that restaurateurs, hoteliers, and culinary entrepreneurs can use to scale their restauran...

Start 2026 with clarity and momentum. In this episode of The Profitable Table, Steven Toboroff shows how thoughtful planning, disciplined execution, and innovative event promotions tied to the 2026 World Cup and America’s 250th Anniversary can turn New Year intentions into sustainable profit for your restaurant or bar. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Discover how Wayo’s founder, Jason Malefakis, is transforming restaurants’ slowest hours into prime daytime revenue by curating communities of remote workers, bringing new customers, and exploring innovative event opportunities—all without disrupting normal service. Listen now and discover how to unlock revenue when you would least expect, while reinforcing your brand. Hosted on Acast. S...

In this latest episode of The Profitable Table, host Steven Toboroff challenges the idea of personality, questioning if it truly serves us in business and life. Explore the connection between philosophy, personal identity, and agency—and how letting go of self-imposed labels can unlock real growth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Discover the secrets behind standout restaurant concepts! Tune in to The Profitable Table as host Steven Toboroff interviews Kevin Flannery, Owner & Operator of Vinyl Steakhouse and Vinile Chophouse in NYC. Whether it's music, decor, ambiance, or cuisine, every aspect of what makes a memorable dining experience is explored in this fascinating and actionable discussion. Get inspired by this tho...

Join host Steven Toboroff as he welcomes Pat Light, founder of the Light Group and former MLB pitcher, to The Profitable Table. Discover Pat’s journey from the Boston Red Sox to curating vibrant hospitality experience with the Light Group, and how he has leveraged that to become one of the most prominent voices in the Hoboken hospitality scene. Steven and Pat discuss leadership insights, team...

Join us for the new episode of The Profitable Podcast as Professor Gary Saul Morson shares his thought-provoking definition of an intellectual—someone who seeks truth independently, values ideas for their own sake, and stands apart from identity-driven thinking. Whether discussing classic Russian Literature or analyzing modern society, Professor Morson is one of the most insightful and consequenti...

Welcome to The Profitable Table with your host, Steven Toboroff, CEO of Woolco Foods! In this episode, Steven discusses the power of commitment and the importance of embracing new learning opportunities in August. Discover practical strategies for personal growth and prepare to make the most of the fourth quarter. Tune in for insights that could transform your path to success! Hosted on Acast. See...

Welcome to a new episode of The Profitable Table podcast! We’re very excited to feature Barry Richards, Global President of First, a premier global brand experience agency. Barry’s diverse career journey has taken him across the globe, shaping his unique perspective on business. Join us as we delve into his experiences in hospitality, events, and leadership, and uncover valuable insights for aspir...

Check out the latest episode of The Profitable Table! Join host Steven Toboroff, CEO of Woolco Foods, as he shares insights on how restaurants and bars can creatively leverage their spaces to enhance community experiences and drive revenue. Discover how to transform underutilized times into engaging events that foster connection and reinforce your brand. Tune in to learn how to elevate your b...

In this episode of  The Profitable Table , Mike Mirarchi, Vice President of Sales, Northeast at R.J. Schinner, discusses the vital skills necessary for effective hiring and leadership within a sales team. He emphasizes the importance of acquiring new accounts and fostering client success through a foundation built on confidence, consistency, active listening, and a purposeful approach aimed a...

Check out our new episode of The Profitable Table podcast with host Steven Toboroff, CEO of Woolco Foods! Discover strategies for staying effective and in control amidst global tariffs and trade wars impacting the hospitality industry. Despite the drumbeat of negativity, there are substantial pockets of opportunity just waiting to be explored. Tune in and learn how to reach new and existing audien...

 Check out the latest episode of The Profitable Table! Host Steven Toboroff, CEO of Woolco Foods, dives into how focus fuels effective decision-making and determines the path to success in life and in business. Often under-appreciated, focus is the essential discipline that determines how likely we are to achieve our desired initiatives, and achieve them to the fullest. Don’t miss this inspir...

In today's business climate, it is crucial to recognize how external pressures and current events can affect your operations. Whether it's a global trade war or a unique local issue, great operators turn challenges into opportunities. Tune in to our latest episode with Steven Toboroff, CEO of Woolco Foods and host of The Profitable Table, as he shares the significance of critical thinking and the...