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For our 100th Episode we're going to talk about community... how you build one and nurture one to help guarantee your long-term success. I'm doing that by sharing insights from an industry - Danny Meyer - and using this platform to help share your stories. I've loved getting to know you these past two years, and I feel like we're only just getting started. All of the links are below. Thanks for listening and keep coming back! 

IMPORTANT LINKS: 

BentoBox Favorites:

https://www.gramercytavern.com

https://www.marcforgione.com

https://www.collettarestaurant.com

https://www.hallschophouse.com/location/halls-chophouse-columbia/

https://www.mightyquinnsbbq.com

Setting the Table by Danny Meyer

https://www.amazon.com/Setting-Table-Transforming-Hospitality-Business/dp/0060742763

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Happy listening,
Chip Klose