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Understand how emerging data privacy legislation could affect restaurant loyalty programs and digital ordering platforms. Learn about ongoing efforts to address credit card swipe fees and their impact on restaurant margins. Gain insights into labor and workforce developments, including new visa programs and staffing solutions. Hear how federal and state policy shifts may influence restaurant opera...

Understand Current Industry Trends: Gain insights into the latest developments in the restaurant and franchising sectors, including consumer value perceptions, multi-brand operations, and innovative restaurant formats. Identify Challenges and Opportunities: Learn about the financial and operational challenges facing restaurant operators—such as lending constraints and development pressures—and dis...

Understand the impact of tariffs and commodity inflation on the restaurant industry and how these factors contribute to economic uncertainty. Identify key strategies for managing supply chain risks, including diversifying supplier relationships, and leveraging financial price risk tools to preserve margins. Implement proactive financial planning techniques, such as reserving cash for future commod...

Understand the broad scope of human resources in the restaurant industry, including compliance, talent acquisition, and employee relations Identify best practices in talent management to address turnover and enhance employee retention through effective organizational culture Explore the benefits of outsourcing HR functions to improve compliance, efficiency, and continuity in payroll and benefits a...

Understand the current challenges and opportunities in the restaurant franchising landscape. Learn strategies to leverage data-driven decision-making and AI for enhanced profitability. Gain insights into the role of private equity and non-traditional locations in shaping future growth. Discover the importance of early technology adoption to stay competitive in the evolving market.

Understand the current challenges and shifts in the restaurant insurance landscape. Learn strategies to proactively manage risks and reduce insurance costs. Gain insights into the specific applications of various insurance policies for better protection.

Discover the importance of timely and accurate financial reporting. Learn about the impact of balance sheets in a merger and acquisition transaction. Understand the role of an advisor and legal counsel. Explore ways to navigate the emotional journey through clear goal setting.

Understand the impacts of implementing technology into your restaurant business. Learn about the importance of leveraging data effectively for your business operations. Hear real-world examples of the results of technology integration efforts. Discover emerging technologies and the new opportunities and efficiencies they can bring.

• Learn how to provide long-term equity to key restaurant employees. • Discover ways to structure compensation to minimize tax implications and receive capital gain.

Hear about the latest marketing trends within the restaurant industry. Learn about guest communication and different ways to grow loyalty. Discover avenues to explore when working to increase market share. Understand how technology is impacting the restaurant industry.

Hear about how restaurants are currently using AI or starting to. Gain knowledge on hot issues in restaurants and how Generative AI can help. Learn how AI can help analyze operational trends and explain financials. Understand considerations before considering the use of data analysis/AI in restaurant operations.

Ari Weinzweig is the Co-Founding Partner of Zingerman’s Community of Businesses, a nationally renowned food icon that’s grown to over $70million in annual revenue. In this episode, Ari discusses how he was able to build the vision and the culture for his company and what process he had to undertake to properly map it out so that everyone could see it, believe it, and get on board with it. Ari join...

In this episode, we hear some sound bites from the 2022 BDO Restaurant CFO Bootcamp where Alicia Voltmer of GreenbergTraurig, LLP provides an overview of current and emerging L&E issues faced by the restaurant industry, including some hot-topic items in employment law. Board Certified in Labor and Employment Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and AV® Preeminent® Peer Review Rated b...

Gregg Thomas and Meg Potts joined BDO in 2020 through the acquisition of CFO Advisors, a trusted ally to retail and restaurant brands for over 25 years. The team provides C-suite services such as Chief Financial Officer and Chief Data Officer expertise, as well as providing data analytic services, all on an out-source basis to multi-unit restaurants and retail groups. Gregg and Meg join host Jeff...

Bill Lindsey is the partner and co-founder of COGS-Well, a company named one of the top five restaurant technologies by MURTEC. In this episode, Bill dishes on how technology has revolutionized the industry with the rising expectations of consumers. Host, Jeff Tubaugh and Bill navigate into the importance of innovative systems to continue to stay ahead of the technology curve.

Stephan Harman and Mike Speck are both partners at the restaurant FUSIAN with Mike serving as CEO. FUSIAN exists to connect people through collaboration, culture and cuisine. In this episode, the duo shares where they see the industry headed and how FUSIAN is evolving with our host, Jeff Tubaugh.

In this episode, Dana Zukofsky interviews Justin Klein, one of the leading franchise business attorneys in the United States. Named to the International Who’s Who of Franchise Lawyers, Justin’s knowledge and insights provide listeners with a sneak peek behind the curtain of the franchising world today.

In this week’s episode, Dana Zukofsky interviews Annie Fitzsimmons, a travel expert, to share her experiences on the ground about what’s happening in the travel and restaurant industry on an international level. Annie shares how she navigates the restaurant scene nationally and internationally.

Richard Rosendale trained in several kitchens across the United States and mentored under several Certified Master Chefs. He was the youngest member of ACF Culinary Team USA since the team’s inception and was one of five chefs who represented the U.S. in the 2004 World Culinary Olympics in Erfurt, Germany. In this episode, Jeff Tubaugh and Richard talk about thinking outside the box when it comes...

Mark Bromberg is the President at Apex Restaurant Group, a firm that focuses on chain restaurant improvement, management, rejuvenation, and more. In this episode, Dana Zukofsky and Mark talk opportunities, what he’s been seeing within his space, and how his organization is working to overcome labor shortages. Mark provides an update to help listeners get a better idea of what’s happening on the gr...

Greg Creed, the Former CEO of Yum! Brands and Taco Bell joins Dana Zukofsky in our latest podcast. Creed retired after a successful 25-year career with Yum! and has more than 40 years of extensive global experience in marketing and operations with leading packaged goods and restaurant brands. Dana and Greg discuss the key ingredients to building and maintaining a thriving brand and reflect on some...

Host Jeff Tubaugh is joined by Bob Wright, the new CEO for Potbelly Sandwich Shop. In this podcast, Bob shares his passion for the restaurant business and how that passion is helping to fuel the success of Potbelly. Listen in as he shares how a solid team armed with insightful strategies can fuel profitable ventures and redevelop existing businesses into fresh, competitive operations.

In our latest podcast, Dana Zukofsky is joined by Sarah Gavigan the Founder and CEO of the Otaku Group, a ramen restaurant based in Nashville, Tennessee. This week, Sarah shares how she got her start, why ramen, and how she pivoted when COVID-19 hit.

In our latest podcast, Dana Zukofsky is joined by Michael “Schatzy” Schatzberg is the Managing Director for Branded Restaurants. Schatzy talks about the adoption of technology in the hospitality industry, what he looks for when it comes to new technology products and service offerings and leveraging the power of subject matter experts.

Host Jeff Tubaugh is joined by two special guests taking a different approach to the restaurant business. Both Joe DeLoss & Brandon Chrostowski have open hiring policies that provides people with a second chance at getting back on their feet. Joe is the owner of Hot Chicken Takeover and Brandon is the restaurant owner of Edwin’s and Edwin's Institute, a 501(c)(3) organization that trains forme...