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"Elevating Hospitality: Unveiling Barback's Journey to Democratise Labor and Solve the Industry's Challenges"


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🎉 In this episode, we're thrilled to have a compelling conversation with Ewan Moran, the Founder & CEO of Barback. Join us as we delve into how Ewan is not only tackling the hospitality labor crisis but also revolutionizing the industry through his platform's unique approach. 🍹👔🌐 About Barback: Barback isn't just another platform – it's a movement. With a vision to solve the ongoing labor crisis in the hospitality sector, Barback is transforming the way workers and businesses interact in the industry. Ewan's journey from bartender to industry advocate has given him a unique perspective, and he's on a mission to level up the playing field for all.🔥 Episode Highlights:🍻 From Bartender to CEO: Discover how Ewan's firsthand experience as a bartender laid the foundation for Barback. He'll share how his time at the University of Exeter, coupled with years spent on both sides of the market, ignited his passion for the industry and led to his deep knowledge of management and training operations.💰 Unexpected Investment: Dive into Ewan's journey of raising his first round of investment from an unexpected source. Learn how his journey reminds us not to judge opportunities by appearances, as they might be hidden in the most unexpected places.🏛️ Engaging with Parliament: Explore Barback's unique relationship with the Houses of Parliament. As a member of several All Party Parliamentary Groups, Ewan and his team actively collaborate with MPs and Lords to shape legislation and enact change within the industry.🛠️ Democratizing Labor: Ewan discusses Barback's game-changing concept for the industry – a fully-integrated staffing platform. Learn how Barback empowers workers and strengthens hospitality businesses, all while addressing the industry-wide labor challenges head-on.💡 Barback Care: Discover how Barback extends its impact beyond just labor solutions. Ewan introduces Barback Care, an app designed to provide workers with valuable benefits like counseling, industry discounts, and exclusive deals on top brands.Tune in to this episode as Ewan Moran takes us on a journey from bartending roots to CEO of a transformative industry platform. Whether you're an industry insider or just curious about innovative solutions, this episode promises insights, inspiration, and a deeper understanding of how innovation can reshape traditional sectors.

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The Innovation ConversationBy Ricardo Pascual