Top Business Leaders Show

Experienced executive leader Sherif Mityas is the CEO of BRIX Holdings, a Dallas-based franchisor of award-winning food brands including Souper Salad, Smoothie Factory, and RedBrick Pizza. His demonstrated work history in retail and customer interaction earned him the accolade of Global CXO of the year in the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area. Additionally, Sherif was named one of the top 10 inn...

Arne Hurty is the Founder and CEO of BayCreative, a marketing firm providing support to multiple industries. Arne leverages his background in design and illustration to help B2B companies market to their customer base and streamline internal communication using in-bound, out-bound, and traditional marketing methods. For over a decade, BayCreative has offered a one-stop marketing solution for a wid...

Wing Lam is the Co-founder and Owner of Wahoo's Fish Taco. Wahoo's is a US-based restaurant serving Mexican-Asian infusion cuisine influenced by Brazilian flavors. Wahoo's has several franchises in California, Texas, Colorado, Hawaii, Nevada, Nebraska, Pennsylvania, and Japan. Wing was influenced by Brazilian cuisine while growing up in São Paulo, Brazil. He is also the Founder and Owner of the Ca...

Hospitality specialist Chris Tripoli is the Founder and former President of A' La Carte Foodservice Consulting Group, a group of experienced restaurant professionals who advise restaurateurs on how to open, operate, and successfully grow their business. Chris' 40-year career in the food service industry has allowed him to own, operate, develop, design, and consult. He has opened over 100 restauran...

Roy Sexton is the Director of Marketing at Clark Hill Law, a team of international legal advisors focused on helping businesses grow. Responsible for leading the team's marketing, branding, and communications efforts, Roy's 20 years of experience in the industry have fostered a passion for facilitating business growth, implementing strategies, and enhancing culture. Roy advises attorneys and has c...

Ohio State Alum D'Andre Martin is the Co-owner of The Pit BBQ Grille located in Columbus, Ohio, in the Northern Lights Shopping Center. Founded by four college friends, the young entrepreneurs consider The Pit BBQ Grille a community friend serving tasty food. D'Andre's other entrepreneurial ventures include real estate, where he's a realtor at Signature Real Estate. Additionally, he's the Co-owner...

Serial entrepreneur Dr. Jeff Danielson is the CEO of Big Fish Enterprises, a coaching and training company that allows him to pay it forward by investing in the future of young chiropractic doctors. Outside of his chiropractic practice, Dr. Danielson is the Co-owner of Trellis Hospitality, a Twin Cities restaurant concept, including Tamarack Tap Room, Woolley's Kitchen and Bar, Barley and Vine, an...

Nancie McDonnell Ruder is the Founder and CEO of Noetic Consultants, a marketing and leadership consulting firm providing B2B and B2C companies resources to create authentic brands. Nancie has over 20 years of experience in marketing strategy, branding, training, and consumer research. Since launching her company in 2002, she has provided guidance for household names including Nike, AT&T, SC Johns...

A proud son of Italian immigrants, Joey Cioffi is the Founder and CEO of the Salad House, a family-friendly, fast-casual, healthy salad concept in New Jersey. Joey's father, who immigrated to the United States with only $20 in his pocket, heavily influenced his decision to start his own eatery. With the same work ethic as his father, Joey has worked in all areas of food service, including dishwash...

Experienced franchisee Andrew Howell is the President of Amazing Brandz, a food concepts company which includes Tropical Smoothie Cafe and Another Broken Egg. Andrew boasts a lengthy career in the restaurant and hospitality industry and is skilled in customer service, food safety, leadership, and negotiation. Before starting his career, Andrew earned a bachelor's degree in political science. He's...

Cindy Machles is the Co-founder and CEO of Glue Advertising and Public Relations, a full-service advertising agency that assembles talent to meet clients' immediate goals and growth objectives. A leader and pioneer, Cindy was among the first to apply marketing and branding strategies used in consumer markets to the healthcare industry. In 2022, she was recognized by the Top 100 Innovators and Entr...

Restaurateur Hengam Stanfield is the Owner of Mattenga's Pizzeria, a family-owned eatery in San Antonio, Texas. Hengam is a wife, mother of four, Iranian immigrant, and electrical engineer-cum-entrepreneur. With no prior experience in the food industry, she and her husband and business partner, Matt, increased sales six times in the last eight years. Hengam also hosts the Making Dough Show , a go-...

As a serial entrepreneur, Rob Stolker is a franchise and business owner, author, the Membership Chair at Entrepreneurs' Organization, and proud Founder of Hummingbird Sports. His franchise, Bubbakoo's Burritos, serves a unique interpretation of traditional Mexican cuisine while maintaining a welcoming atmosphere and fresh food quality. In this episode… In this episode of the SpotOn Series , Chad F...

Veteran B2B sales and revenue professional Paul Ratner is the Vice President of Sales at Marble Bridge Funding Group. Marble Bridge is a California-based strategic commercial finance company helping entrepreneurial organizations succeed by working on growth strategies through strategic financing. Before Marble Bridge, Paul held many titles during his decades-long tenure at the Golden State Warrior...

Sara Frasca is an innovation Keynote Speaker, business consultant, and the COO at Point Northeast. She's also the owner of Trasca & Co Eatery, an Italian-inspired neighborhood eatery in Ponte Vedra, Florida, with a one-of-a-kind vintage atmosphere and signature panini made by the secret Frasca family recipe. In this episode… In this episode of the SpotOn Series , Chad Franzen is joined by Sara Fra...

Pat McGovern is the Director of Sales and Marketing at Ascedia, an award-winning digital marketing growth agency. He has over 25 years of experience working with C-suite and middle management executives across industries like retail, B2B manufacturing, travel and tourism, and higher education. Pat is also the co-host of the Over a Pint Marketing Podcast , where he and his guests talk about the fas...

Seth Bassett is the owner of Wings and Rings, a restaurant with a unique family atmosphere and elevated customer experience. In his early career, Seth worked at BJ's Restaurants while pursuing a Bachelor of Business Administration at California State University, which set his groundwork in the hospitality industry. In this episode… In this episode of the SpotOn Series , Chad Franzen welcomes Seth...

As a former President of Reiser Group Sonic Management, Paul Reiser owned and managed 38 Sonic Drive-Ins in four different states. In 2021, he and his business partner sold their entire business, allowing Paul to focus more on video content creation, podcasting, and business investing. In this episode… In this episode of the SpotOn Series , Chad Franzen welcomes Paul Reiser, video content creator...

Mark Gray is the President and CEO of Bottleneck Management, a specialized company providing management solutions and operation strategies to a variety of restaurants. Mark's expertise in operations comes from years of leadership positions at some of the most recognized hospitality brands. In this episode… In this episode of the SpotOn Series , Chad Franzen is joined by Mark Gray, the President an...

Sandeep Chennakeshu is the Chief Operating Officer of Uhnder, the company credited for designing the world's first digital imaging radar-on-chip. Sandeep is a lifelong student and aspiring teacher whose heart is in technology and whose mind is in business. He has led the development of technology found in our electronic devices, satellites, medical equipment, and cars. A fellow of the Institute of...

Barry Jessurun is the President and CEO of Green Valley Hospitality, a group of restaurants with multiple locations in Connecticut. As a veteran of the hospitality industry, Barry values creativity and progress which drove him to author The Drunkard's Path , a self-help book and guide for entrepreneurs from any industry. In this episode… In this episode of the SpotOn Series , Chad Franzen is joine...

Alli Jarrett is the President and CEO of Harold's, a Houston-based restaurant that embodies southern hospitality. Her extensive leadership and business development experience come from several different sectors including media, sports, and sales. Alli is passionate about giving back to communities and serves on different volunteer boards including the Texas Restaurant Association.  In this episode...

Devin Sizemore is the Founder of YOUR Referral Partner, a consulting agency that focuses on helping businesses build strategic partnerships, increase referrals, and streamline their sales processes. As a connector, speaker, and consultant, Devin is on a mission to help 100 of the best service providers generate 100 connections in 2023. He is a serial entrepreneur that has worked with over 500 busi...

Isaac Hamlin is the Founder of Better Blend, a wellness-focused company with a mission to "cultivate a healthier and happier world one blend, bowl, and community at a time." It was during Isaac's time as an SEC All-American rugby player for the University of Kentucky that he found the inspiration for Better Blend. Wanting to replace the team's heavy pregame meals, he developed more nutritious — ye...

Pinal Sitaram is a serial franchisor who owns and operates Buffalo Wild Wings franchises in the Los Angeles Metropolitan area. He worked previously as a franchisee for PostalAnnex+ and Best Western Hotels. Pinal has set a three-year goal to add eight new Buffalo Wild Wings franchises, providing steady work for the underserved. In this episode… Join Chad Franzen in this episode of the SpotOn Series...