Closed Monday

By Kyle Inserra

Ever wonder what it really takes to go from one location to ten? Every Monday, top restaurant operators share their actual playbooks for scaling - from site selection and systems to funding and team b... more

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The podcast currently has 231 episodes available.

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November 05, 2021 NRO #90 : Andrew Pudalov | Founder & CEO, Rush Bowls
Andrew spent 15 years working his way through the competitive ranks of New York City’s financial sector. In 2004, he left his position as Head of a Global Fixed Income Derivative Desk at National Australia Bank to pursue a career path aligned with his values. Andrew launched Rush Bowls in 2004 with a vision to create a place where people could eat healthy and enjoy the unadulterated and organic elements of the earth.

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43min
November 02, 2021 NRO #89: Shawn Walchef | Cali BBQ Media
Since opening Cali BBQ 12 years ago, his family-run restaurant and media business in San Diego has generated more than $30 million in sales. https://calibbq.media
As a restaurateur who opened during the Great Recession, Shawn Walchef learned to use digital tools and big ideas to stay in business. During the Pandemic, Shawn and his Cali BBQ Media team have developed a scalable plan that is three times more profitable than the traditional full-service restaurant model.
Cali BBQ is working on a plan to repurpose 60 percent of their dining room into a commissary kitchen to service the additional “friendly” ghost kitchens they plan to add over the next three years.
Shawn Walchef also hosts the weekly video and audio podcast Digital Hospitality, which is just one facet of his burgeoning media empire that also includes content creation, consulting, and more services to assist others in their digital evolution.
He strives to help fellow entrepreneurs learn the right tools and strategies that will unlock endless opportunities for new business.
Make sure you are following him on Instagram & TikTok- @shawnpwalchef.
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Support Our Sponsors
The National Restaurant Owners Podcast is a complete labor of love - which means I would love it if you guys support our sponsors by clicking the link in my bio and using my referral code, so we can keep the lights on over here, and you can save $$$!
Atmosphere TV - Code Kyle
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1h 3min
October 23, 2021 NRO #88: Ken McGarrie | Author, Founder of Korgen Hospitality
Ken McGarrie is the co-founder of Korgen Hospitality, a nationwide consulting firm dedicated to helping restauranteurs reach their absolute potential. Ken has successfully run several restaurants, bars, and entertainment-based venues with a relentless focus on hospitality. He has helped to launch several new concepts and train hospitality leaders throughout the U.S. and Canada.
Ken is also the author of The Surprise Restaurant Manager.
Pick up a copy of his book here.

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The National Restaurant Owners Podcast is a complete labor of love - which means I would love it if you guys support our sponsors by clicking the link in my bio and using my referral code, so we can keep the lights on over here, and you can save $$$!
Atmosphere TV - Code Kyle
BentoBox - Code Fou6
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58min
October 17, 2021 NRO #87: Jensen Cummings | Chef/Coach, Best Served Creative
Jensen is a fifth generation Chef and Restauranteur. His family have owned restaurants since the year 1900! This Southern California boy grew up surrounded by great food and even greater people to inspire him.

Now calling Denver, Colorado home he is hyper-focused on his dedication to bringing value to the people working within the hospitality industry. His work as a storyteller, consultant and brand developer have lead to some of the most unique concepts (and products) in the market delivering on the promise of hospitality to both internal and external guests.

Check him out here:
The Best Served Podcast

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Support Our Sponsors
The National Restaurant Owners Podcast is a complete labor of love - which means I would love it if you guys support our sponsors by clicking the link in my bio and using my referral code, so we can keep the lights on over here, and you can save $$$!
Atmosphere TV - Code Kyle
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1h 3min
October 02, 2021 NRO #86: Daniel Estrada | Co-Founder & CEO, 86 Repairs
Daniel Estrada is the co-founder & CEO of 86 Repairs a subscription service that manages the entire repair process for restaurant groups. With 86 Repairs, restaurant owners can focus their time, money, and energy on what they do best and let them take care of the repairs in your restaurant. Their service includes 24/7 support from our expert team, actionable insights to improve back-of-house operations, and complete management of the service process.
Check out how it works!
How It Works - 86 Repairs

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Support Our Sponsors
The National Restaurant Owners Podcast is a complete labor of love - which means I would love it if you guys support our sponsors by clicking the link in my bio and using my referral code, so we can keep the lights on over here, and you can save $$$!
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42min
September 20, 2021 NRO #85: Donald Burns | The Restaurant Coach
Donald is The Restaurant Coach™, named to the list of Definitive Restaurant Experts and one of 23 Hospitality Experts to Follow on Twitter. He is the leading international trainer, speaker, author, and coach on how restaurant owners, operators, and culinary professionals go from just good to becoming outstanding. He is a sought-after advisor in the areas of: leadership, branding, social media marketing, culture, operations, restaurateur mindset, team development, behavioral dynamics, productivity & peak performance. His first book Your Restaurant Sucks! Embrace The Suck. Unleash Your Restaurant. Become Outstanding. is an international bestseller and is available on Amazon and on Audible.
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Whether you're a restaurant owner who wants to take a deeper dive into a particular subject, or may you're thinking of starting your own restaurant, food truck, or ghost kitchen and want some insight or advice - click here to schedule a one-on-one with me.
Support Our Sponsors
The National Restaurant Owners Podcast is a complete labor of love - which means I would love it if you guys support our sponsors by clicking the link in my bio and using my referral code, so we can keep the lights on over here, and you can save $$$!
Atmosphere TV - Code Kyle
BentoBox - Code Fou6
...more
1h
September 12, 2021 NRO#84: Atul Sood| Chief Business Officer, Kitchen United
Atul Sood is the Chief Business Officer at Kitchen United. Kitchen United is a GV (formerly Google Ventures) backed startup in the ghost kitchen space, transforming the restaurant industry by enabling brands to be more proximate to their customer base for off-premise dining. Atul leads lead strategic relationships for the company including investor discussions, restaurant brand partnerships, and conversations with partners across the food delivery ecosystem. Kitchen United currently has 6 facilities open in Chicago (x2), Los Angeles (Pasadena), Austin, Scottsdale, and San Jose.
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Want to Schedule A One-on-One with Kyle?
Whether you're a restaurant owner who wants to take a deeper dive into a particular subject, or may you're thinking of starting your own restaurant, food truck, or ghost kitchen and want some insight or advice - click here to schedule a one-on-one with me.
Support Our Sponsors
The National Restaurant Owners Podcast is a complete labor of love - which means I would love it if you guys support our sponsors by clicking the link in my bio and using my referral code, so we can keep the lights on over here.
Atmosphere TV - Code Kyle
BentoBox - Code Fou6
...more
44min
September 04, 2021 NRO #83: Bruce Irving | Host, Smart Pizza Marketing Podcast
Bruce Irving, the Founder of Smart Pizza Marketing is one of the foremost experts on pizza marketing, working with restaurants across the country to help them find more customers and turn them into repeat customers.
Bruce, like me is a former pizza/restaurant guy - out to share his story and provide valuable insight. It was way back in 2015 when I was running my own pizzeria/restaurant when I stumbled upon Bruce and his podcast. I would listen every week when I went for my run, and was fortunate to be a guest on his show in 2016!.
If you haven't gave his show a listen - do so immediately after this episode!
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Want to Schedule A One-on-One with Kyle?
Whether you're a restaurant owner who wants to take a deeper dive into a particular subject, or may you're thinking of starting your own restaurant, food truck, or ghost kitchen and want some insight or advice - click here to schedule a one-on-one with me.
Support Our Sponsors
The National Restaurant Owners Podcast is a complete labor of love - which means I would love it if you guys support our sponsors by clicking the link in my bio and using my referral code, so we can keep the lights on over here.
Atmosphere TV - Code Kyle
BentoBox - Code Fou6
...more
52min
September 01, 2021 NRO #82: Aaron Noveshen | Founder/CEO, Starbird & The Culinary Edge
Aaron founded The Culinary Edge, the leading food & beverage innovation firm, to help companies with actionable strategic, culinary and operational solutions. Current and past clients include Starbucks, Sweetgreen, McDonald's, Hyatt, First Watch, Curation Foods (Eat Smart), AMC Theaters and many more, plus 25+ co-created global and local restaurant brands.

Aaron leads TCE Ventures that hatched Starbird Chicken, TCE's first self-envisioned and self-operated concept. Starbird Chicken opened to critical acclaim with the Breakout Brand Award from Nation's Restaurant News, and has 6 Bay Area locations, including Terminal 1 at SFO and Levi's Stadium.

Aaron is also the co-founder of Pacific Catch, a WestCoast Fish House with 10 locations operating in Northern California. Aaron actively serves on the board of directors providing innovation and thought leadership to the brand.

Aaron proudly gives back to the industry as Director Emeritus of the California Restaurant Association and the former Chairman of the board of the California Restaurant Association Foundation.

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Want to Schedule A One-on-One with Kyle?
Whether you're a restaurant owner who wants to take a deeper dive into a particular subject, or may you're thinking of starting your own restaurant, food truck, or ghost kitchen and want some insight or advice - click here to schedule a one-on-one with me.
Support Our Sponsors
The National Restaurant Owners Podcast is a complete labor of love - which means I would love it if you guys support our sponsors by clicking the link in my bio and using my referral code, so we can keep the lights on over here.
Atmosphere TV - Code Kyle
BentoBox - Code Fou6
...more
55min
August 28, 2021 NRO #81: James Mallios | Owner, Civetta Hospitality Group
James Mallios currently owns and operates Amali in NYC, Bar Marseille in the Rockaways, Calissa in Water Mill (Hamptons) and Juniper in Westbury and is a frequent guest on NBC, Fox Business, Bravo, CBS, and Good Day New York. He has been invited to speak at Columbia Law School, Hunter College, and the 92nd Street Y on various restaurant matters. James is a board member of the New York City Hospitality Council, the NYC Hospitality Alliance, RAISE, and the East Midtown Partnership. James graduated from Fordham Law School in 1999 and Cornell University with distinction in 1996. After leaving a career in the law, he opened Amali in 2011 in partnership with a restaurant group with a 30-year history of operations in New York City.
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Want to Schedule A One-on-One with Kyle?
Whether you're a restaurant owner who wants to take a deeper dive into a particular subject, or may you're thinking of starting your own restaurant, food truck, or ghost kitchen and want some insight or advice - click here to schedule a one-on-one with me.
Support Our Sponsors
The National Restaurant Owners Podcast is a complete labor of love - which means I would love it if you guys support our sponsors by clicking the link in my bio and using my referral code, so we can keep the lights on over here.
Atmosphere TV - Code Kyle
BentoBox - Code Fou6
...more
55min

FAQs about Closed Monday:

How many episodes does Closed Monday have?

The podcast currently has 231 episodes available.

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