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In this part 2 episode with Laura, we dive into the reality of building tech for restaurant brands. Sometimes the hardest part isn’t creating the data—it’s making it easy, actionable, and automated for teams who don’t have the time or resources to figure it out. Hear the story of a 15-unit restaurant demo in 2018, where the founder showed a fully integrated payment and reporting system—and learned...

What separates thriving entrepreneurs from the rest? In this episode of TechBite, David Meltzer breaks down the mindset shifts and daily habits that drive real business success. Whether you're just starting out or scaling up, this conversation will challenge the way you think — and help you perform at your highest level.

Most people think restaurant profits grow slowly with revenue—but the real secret is understanding the profit inflection points that change everything. In this episode, we break down the hidden economics behind restaurant profitability and why many restaurants start generating significantly higher margins after crossing key revenue milestones. Learn how fixed operating costs, food costs, and reven...

In the latest episode of the TechBite podcast, David Bloom, Chief Development & Growth Officer at Capriotti's shares the key to scaling responsibly, avoiding vendor sprawl, and what most operators get wrong as they grow.

In this edition of TechBite, Milagro founder/CEO Hamed Mazrouei sits down with restaurant brand strategist Joseph Szala to dish out the secrets to restaurant websites that actually work. Ever wonder why guests ditch your site and order through 3rd-party apps instead? Is your website helping you win sales, or pushing guests away? Watch part 2 with Joseph Szala

Fresh off his appointment as CEO, Jim Bitticks of Dave's Hot Chicken sits down with Hamed Mazrouei, Founder & CEO of Milagro, for a candid conversation on what it really takes to win in the restaurant business. From scaling strategies to on-the-ground tactics, Jim breaks down the key ingredients behind building a breakout brand—and why one critical factor can make or break your path to massive...

In this edition of TechBite, Milagro founder/CEO Hamed Mazrouei sits down with restaurant brand strategist Joseph Szala to dish out the secrets to restaurant websites that actually work. Ever wonder why guests ditch your site and order through 3rd-party apps instead? Is your website helping you win sales, or pushing guests away? We break it all down and share how to turn your website into your BES...

In this episode of TechBite, restaurant franchise pro Kendall Ware teams up with Milagro founder & CEO Hamed Mazrouei to unpack the real playbook behind franchising your brand. 🍕 When’s the right time to franchise? 🍔 What are the 10 must-ask questions before you dive in? 🌮 Should franchising fix problems—or amplify your success? Get the insider scoop, clear answers, and no-nonsense advice t...

Every restaurant operator grapples with the universal challenges of labor, margins, and guest retention. At Milagro's FSTEC Innovation Forum this year, we brought together two of the sharpest minds in the industry: Jim Bitticks, COO and President of Dave's Hot Chicken, and seasoned restaurant marketer/CMO of Salad House, David "Rev" Ciancio to share actual tactics that operators can implement to b...

n part 2 of this episode of TechBite, restaurant franchise pro Kendall Ware and Milagro founder & CEO Hamed Mazrouei discuss the remaining high-priority questions to ask franchising your brand. Get the insider scoop, clear answers, and no-nonsense advice to help you grow smarter, not riskier.

Join Hamed Mazrouei as he talks shop with Laura Coulter, owner and chief biscuit taster at Biscuit Belly, on her journey from being a pharmacist to building a beloved brand with a southern classic.

This week on TechBite, Original ChopShop CEO Jason Morgan shares how he’s fueling growth — from boosting daily revenue and building a craveable brand to predicting labor needs with precision.

Join Hamed Mazrouei and Pepper Lunch CEO, Troy Hooper in this week's TechBite episode where they talk about driving growth and scalability with guest data. Dive deep into the secret to Pepper Lunch's long-standing legacy, scaling the brand across three continents in 30 years. Stay tuned for Part 2!

While everyone talks about clean eating, not many restaurants have turned a profit in this niche. But WOWorks is different, as CEO Kelly Roddy explains in the latest episode of TechBite. Kelly tells us exactly how WOWorks brought together a constellation of different brands, all with the goal to promote clean food. He delves into the challenges of running restaurants in the niche and how growing t...

While everyone talks about clean eating, not many restaurants have turned a profit in this niche. But WOWorks is different, as CEO Kelly Roddy explains in the latest episode of TechBite. Kelly tells us exactly how WOWorks brought together a constellation of different brands, all with the goal to promote clean food. He delves into the challenges of customer retention and how growing the bottom line...

Join Hamed Mazrouei and Laura Dickey in this week's TechBite episode where they talk about brand building, maintaining steady margins and keeping your folks (employees & guests) happy. Cut through the noise and lean exactly why you need to know your numbers in the restaurant game. Cut through the noise and lean exactly why you need to know your numbers in the restaurant game. Watch the Part 2!

Join Hamed Mazrouei and Dickey's Barbecue Pit CEO, Laura Dickey in this week's TechBite episode where they continue their conversation about knowing your numbers, driving more sales, and building a superstar team with winning SOPs. Cut through the noise and lean exactly why you need to know your numbers in the restaurant game.

Join Hamed Mazrouei and Pepper Lunch CEO, Troy Hooper in this week's TechBite episode where they talk about driving growth and scalability with guest data. Dive deep into the secret to Pepper Lunch's long-standing legacy, scaling the brand across three continents in 30 years. Stay tuned for Part 2! For more industry insights, hot takes about the restaurant space, check out our social media channel...

While everyone talks about clean eating, not many restaurants have turned a profit in this niche. But WOWorks is different, as CEO Kelly Roddy explains in the latest episode of TechBite. Kelly tells us exactly how WOWorks brought together a constellation of different brands, all with the goal to promote clean food. He delves into the challenges of running restaurants in the niche and how growing t...

In the second part of the podcast episode Hamed Mazrouei sits down with the founder of Wildflower, Louis Basile, to continue the discussion on everything from scaling a restaurant, secrets to great customer service, and strategies for brand building. For more tips and strategies about scaling your restaurant, follow us on our social media channels: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/milagrocorp I...

In the latest episode Hamed Mazrouei sits down with the founder of Wildflower, Louis Basile, to discuss everything from scaling a restaurant, secrets to great customer service, and strategies for brand building. For more tips and strategies about scaling your restaurant, follow us on our social media channels: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/milagrocorp Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mi...

In the second part of this highly anticipated TechBites podcast, watch restaurant industry veteran, Don Fox talk shop with tech innovator Hamed Mazrouei. Discover how technology is crucial to streamlining your restaurant operations and AI's role in driving topline revenue. For more interesting insights on restaurant tech and commerce, check out Milagro's website: https://www.milagrocorp.com

In this episode of TechBite, Hamed welcomes Don Fox, a franchise expert and the man behind Firehouse Subs' remarkable growth from 65 to over 1,200 locations. Together, they discuss the challenges and strategies that make a successful franchise, from selecting the right franchisees to maintaining brand quality across the board. Don shares insights from his 23 years at Burger King and his journey to...

🔥 Unlock the Power of Data to Skyrocket Your Restaurant's Success! 🔥 In this episode of TechBite, we dive deep into the world of restaurant data with a panel of industry experts and Milagro's board members—Kendall Ware, Mo Asgari, Pankaj Patra, and Wade Allen—alongside CEO and founder Hamed Mazrouei. Discover how to transform raw data into actionable insights that can revolutionize your business...

Restaurant industry titans Wade Allen, president Costa Vida Mexican Grill, and Leon Davoyan, CTO @DavesHotChickenOfficial, provide a roadmap for how the most successful and innovative restaurant executive teams work together to make complex decisions about prioritizing and optimizing their tech stack investments. Presented at restaurant industry conference #FSTEC 2024 presented by @connectfsvert....