From Kitchen to C-Suite

🎧 NEW EPISODE: From Kitchen to C-Suite In the food service industry, we spend a lot of time talking about  Food Safety , but are you prepared for  Food Defense ? 🛡️ Intentional contamination, insider threats, and digital tampering are rising risks that can devastate a brand overnight. In our latest episode,  "The Essential Mandate for Food Defense in the Food Service Industry: A Proactive Imperat...

Is safety training a line item or a liability shield? We often view safety protocols as just another box to check, but recent headlines prove that complacency is one of the biggest threats to your bottom line. In the latest episode of From Kitchen to C-Suite , we dive deep into "Beyond Liability: The Financial Impact of Workplace Complacency." We explore how skipping the basics—like CO2 safety tra...

Is your QSR strategy ready for 2026? 🍟📊 The gap between a trend and a standard practice is closing faster than ever. In our latest episode of  From Kitchen to C-Suite , we are forecasting the five pivotal shifts in food and packaging that will define the QSR landscape two years from now. From the rise of "swavory" flavor profiles to the next generation of smart, bio-based packaging, we’re breaki...

The Phenomenon of "Drinksgiving": Thanksgiving Eve Evolves into a Preeminent Social Event Listen to the Podcast Short at: Apple Podcast | Spotify | YouTube Published on November 16, 2025 Brad Peters , Founder, Director, CEO of HRBUniversal & The Plate & Pour Collective Equity Partner Program The turkey can wait... it’s time for Drinksgiving! 🍸 Before the family gatherings and the pumpkin...

Listen to the Podcast Short at: Apple Podcast | Spotify | YouTube Published on November 16, 2025 Brad Peters , Founder, Director, CEO of HRBUniversal & The Plate & Pour Collective Equity Partner Program 🚨 NEW EPISODE ALERT! 🚨 Streateries and small businesses are under siege! 💸 The regulatory landscape is changing with steep new city fees —a Regulation Shockwave that threatens to wipe ou...

The Third-Party Food Delivery Model: An Unsustainable Paradigm for Restaurants Listen to the Podcast Short at: Apple Podcast | Spotify | YouTube Published on November 9, 2025 Brad Peters , Founder, Director, CEO of HRBUniversal & The Plate & Pour Collective Equity Partner Program Are third-party food delivery apps eating into your restaurant's profits? 💸 We're diving deep into the unsusta...

The Sober-Curious Revolution: A New Era for Functional Beverages Listen to the Podcast Short at: Apple Podcast | Spotify | YouTube Published on November 2, 2025 Brad Peters , Founder, Director, CEO of HRBUniversal & The Plate & Pour Collective Equity Partner Program Are you curious about the booming world of functional beverages? 🥂🌿 This week on "From Kitchen to C-Suite," we're diving de...

Listen to the Podcast Short at: Apple Podcast | Spotify | YouTube Published on October 26, 2025 Brad Peters , Founder, Director, CEO of HRBUniversal & The Plate & Pour Collective Equity Partner Program 🍽️ New Episode Alert! 🎙️ Are you ready to elevate your home dining experience? On this week's "From Kitchen to C-Suite," we're diving deep into one of the hottest restaurant trends: Curated...

Beyond the Health Inspector: The New Rules of Restaurant Food Safety Listen to the Podcast Short at: Apple Podcast | Spotify | YouTube Published on October 12, 2025 Brad Peters , Founder, Director, CEO of HRBUniversal & The Plate & Pour Collective Equity Partner Program Dive deep into the evolving world of restaurant food safety with the latest episode of "From Kitchen to C-Suite"! This we...

Ready to Open? Top Must-Haves for a Packed House on Day One Listen to the Podcast Short at: Apple Podcast | Spotify | YouTube Published on September 29, 2025 Brad Peters , Founder, Director, CEO of HRBUniversal & The Plate & Pour Collective Equity Partner Program Launching a new venture in the restaurant or bar industry? 🎙️ The "Kitchen to C-Suite Podcast" has you covered! Tune in as we sh...

The Food Safety Playbook: A Chef's Essential Guide Listen to the Podcast Short at: Apple Podcast | Spotify | YouTube Published on September 21, 2025 Brad Peters , Founder, Director, CEO of HRBUniversal & The Plate & Pour Collective Equity Partner Program Keeping your diners safe is paramount! 🍽️ Foodborne illnesses can severely impact your customers' health and your restaurant's reputation...

The Unseen Cost of Hotel Unions Listen to the Podcast Short at: Apple Podcast | Spotify | YouTube Published on September 21, 2025 Brad Peters , Founder, Director, CEO of HRBUniversal & The Plate & Pour Collective Equity Partner Program What's the real cost of your next hotel stay? 🏨 The price on your bill might be higher than you think. While unions advocate for workers, their demands can...

The Silent Killer Isn't Food Cost in a Restaurant Listen to the Podcast Short at: Apple Podcast | Spotify | YouTube Published on September 21, 2025 Brad Peters , Founder, Director, CEO of HRBUniversal & The Plate & Pour Collective Equity Partner Program Think food cost is the biggest threat to restaurant profits? Think again! 🤯 While crucial, the real "silent killers" are often lurking el...

The Happy Hour Ban's Devastating Impact on the Bar Industry Listen to the Podcast Short at: Apple Podcast | Spotify | YouTube Published on September 21, 2025 Brad Peters , Founder, Director, CEO of HRBUniversal & The Plate & Pour Collective Equity Partner Program Remember happy hour? 🍻 It wasn't just about cheap drinks; it was the lifeblood of countless local bars, fostering community and...

Navigating the Evolving Landscape: Hotel Operational Challenges in 2025 Listen to the Podcast Short at: Apple Podcast | Spotify | YouTube Published on September 14, 2025 Brad Peters , Founder, Director, CEO of HRBUniversal & The Plate & Pour Collective Equity Partner Program The future of hospitality is here, and it's bringing new operational challenges! 🏨 As we look towards 2025, hotels...

The Unseen Food Safety Risk: Surface Cleanliness and Sanitation Gaps in Food Service Listen to the Podcast Short at: Apple Podcast | Spotify | YouTube Published on September 14, 2025 Brad Peters , Founder, Director, CEO of HRBUniversal & The Plate & Pour Collective Equity Partner Program It's not what you see, but what you don't see that can pose the biggest food safety risk. 🦠 Poor sanit...

Cultivating Romantic Connections: Restaurants Capitalize on the Singles Market through Football-Themed Matchmaking Initiatives Listen to the Podcast Short at: Apple Podcast | Spotify | YouTube Published on September 14, 2025 Brad Peters , Founder, Director, CEO of HRBUniversal & The Plate & Pour Collective Equity Partner Program Touchdown for love! 🏈❤️ Restaurants are getting creative thi...

How Bars and Restaurants Can Attract Singles In The Fall & Winter Season Listen to the Podcast Short at: Apple Podcast | Spotify | YouTube Published on September 7, 2025 Brad Peters , Founder, Director, CEO of HRBUniversal & The Plate & Pour Collective Equity Partner Program Feeling that chill in the air? 🍂❄️ Fall and winter are the perfect seasons to cozy up and make new connections!...

Beyond the Bleachers: How  Hotels Can Tackle the Competition for Football Fans with Winning Room Packages Listen to the Podcast Short at: Apple Podcast | Spotify | YouTube Published on September 7, 2025 Brad Peters , Founder, Director, CEO of HRBUniversal & The Plate & Pour Collective Equity Partner Program Ready to tackle the competition, hoteliers? 🏈 It's game time! Football season is a...

Touchdown for Taverns: How Non-Sports Bars Can Score Big with Football Fans This Season Listen to the Podcast Short at: Apple Podcast | Spotify | YouTube Published on September 7, 2025 Brad Peters , Founder, Director, CEO of HRBUniversal & The Plate & Pour Collective Equity Partner Program Calling all non-sports bars! 🏈 Don't sit on the sidelines this football season. Transform your taver...

Kickoff Your Tailgate Safely: A Game Plan for a Foodborne Illness-Free 2025 Season Listen to the Podcast Short at: Apple Podcast | Spotify | YouTube Published on September 7, 2025 Brad Peters , Founder, Director, CEO of HRBUniversal & The Plate & Pour Collective Equity Partner Program Get ready for the 2025 season kickoff, but don't let foodborne illness sideline your fun! 🏈 Learn the bes...

The Hidden Threat: Why Pests Jeopardize Restaurant Food Safety Listen to the Podcast Short at: Apple Podcast | Spotify | YouTube Published on September 7, 2025 Brad Peters, Founder, Director, CEO of HRBUniversal & The Plate & Pour Collective Equity Partner Program Pests are more than just an annoyance – they're a serious threat to restaurant food safety! From spreading harmful bacteria to...

The Hidden Cost: Why Restaurants Opt for Foreign Seafood Over Local Catches Listen to the Podcast Short at: Apple Podcast | Spotify | YouTube Published on September 7, 2025 Brad Peters, Founder, Director, CEO of HRBUniversal & The Plate & Pour Collective Equity Partner Program Ever wonder why your favorite restaurant might be serving foreign seafood instead of fresh local catches? It's oft...

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Calling all food service managers in Jacksonville, FL! Elevate your food safety expertise with our ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification Program on September 10, 2025 ! This ANSI-CFP accredited program blends the latest FDA Food Code with years of industry experience to equip you with essential food safety practices. Learn to implement crucial protocols and foster a strong culture of foo...