In this episode of Pie 2 Pie, meet Patrick Elston from Gus Franco's Pizza! Patrick shares his journey from pizza hobbyist to pizzeria owner. Inspired by his wife, Patrick went from perfecting pizzas at home on weekends to opening his own pizza shop named after his two kids.

Patrick gives us an inside look at transforming an old dentist's office into the Gus Franco's brick-and-mortar location, doing much of the build-out himself with the help of friends and family. He offers tips for aspiring pizza makers, emphasizing passion and perseverance. We discuss Patrick's unique business model focused on customer happiness over profits and shares his philosophy of pursuing family time and balance over expansion.

Overall, get an insider's view of the passion, community, and values behind Gus Franco's Pizza. Patrick provides sage advice for potential pizza entrepreneurs looking to spread joy. Hope you enjoy!

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