Modrn Business

Today we welcome Josh Morgan to the Podcast. He's the COO of Melt shop, and an operating partner at Aurify Brands (which owns and/or operates fast casual and full-service restaurants like The Melt Shop, 5 Guys Burgers and Fries, The Little Beet, and Fields Good Chicken).

I enjoyed sitting in person with Josh. We talked about a range of topics including:

-Modern restaurant technology

-Networking with legendary NYC restaurateurs

-Adherence to brand standards and why that’s important

-Advice for multi-unit restaurant operators looking to expand into a new QSR brands

If you are NOT in the restaurant industry at all, this is still an important podcast to listen to, because to gain an edge in these Modern times (in any business), a focus on technology, operations, and growth is how you get ahead.

*Other show notes*

B2B Vendor Mentions:

-Brink POS

-LevelUp (mobile ordering and delivery)

-Relay.delivery

Book Recommendations:

-Market based management by the Koch brothers

-Tipping point by Malcolm Gladwell

-The Checklist Manifesto by Atul Gawande

-The One Minute Manager by Ken Blanchard and Spencer Johnson

Chris Grandpre is the Chairman and CEO of Outdoor Living Brands, which operates 5 great franchise brands under its umbrella: Archadeck, Conserva Irrigation, Mosquito Squad, Renew Crew, and Outdoor Lighting Perspectives.

Some things I really enjoyed in this interview:

-The story and lesson learned from his mentor

-How to pick a brand that is "trend proof"

-His approach to Modern Technology and "business as a game"

-Biggest challenge he faced when transitioning in his career

-The forklifts in the background :)

-And his parting words of advice

Thanks to:

-Fish Consulting for arranging this meeting (Ashley and Andie!)

-And as always: Ben Kliever "the Great" - Audio Engineer

I really enjoyed this episode with Ben Gaddis of Austin TX based T3.

T3 is a leading marketing Agency that serves many great brands including 7-11, Focus Brands, and many others. An interesting fact: T3 is one of the largest woman owned agencies in the world...Founded by Gay Gaddis in 1989.

In this conversation, Ben and I explore topics including:

-How he sees brands innovating and using modern technology to gain an edge

-How brands are enhancing experiences and building community

-How to leverage social data

-What to think about AI, VR and other technologies

-2 Great book recommendations on future technology predictions

Be sure to pick up the book "Cowgirl Power" by Gay Gaddis

Show Sponsor: www.solinkcorp.com

Audio Engineering: Ben Kliever

Enjoy this live chat with Tropical Smoothie Cafe CEO Mike Rotondo and Chief Development Officer Charles Watson. We caught up at the IFA convention in Phoenix. (Thanks FPN for letting us take over your couches!)

On the first part of the chat, we riff back and forth about the company history, technologies they embrace, mentors and more.

Top three things a successful franchisor does well (20:40)

Top Advice to young Franchisors (22:57)

Remember who you are signing franchise agreements with

Alignment and passion are critical (23:39)

Vendor Shout-outs:

-Adam Schulhofer, Sunbelt Foods Company

-Dawn Kane, Hot Dish Advertising

Book Recommendations:

-Question Behind the Question by John G Miller

-Principles by Ray Dalio

-Five Dysfunctions of a team by Patrick Lencioni

Audio Engineering: Ben Kliever

In this episode I sit down with Aslam Khan, and he shares stories and lessons learned in business and life.

I challenge you to listen CLOSELY, PICK OUT the nuggets of wisdom that he carefully shares imbedded deep within the words.

Aslam is the Current CEO of TGI Fridays, and the President and CEO of Falcon holdings which operates over 500 restaurants, including Churches chicken, Long John Silvers, Hardees, and A&W.

Sponsor: www.solinkcorp.com

Audio Engineer: Ben Kliever

Social Entrepreneur Nick Marino Jr. calls in to talk about driving traffic to restaurants across the country, feeding the hungry, building a legacy that lasts, and a lot more in this MUST LISTEN episode.

Please share this episode with a friend that works at a restaurant or restaurant chain. It could help feed families in need.

Nick is the Director of Social Change at Tango Tab. Founder and CEO of MissionD, and Co Founder of Revolving Mind Media.

Two fun facts about Nick:

-Guinness World Record holder for hosting the event for "most people making sandwiches at one time"

-Named to 2016 "Top Texans under 30"

#ModernBusiness #Entrepreneurship #GiveBack #Socialgood #Franchising

On this episode we learn from Kevin King, Chief Development Officer of Smoothie King. Topics we delve in to include:

-Lessons from mentors

-Franchise opportunities

-Business Technology

-Advice for entrepreneurs

Sound Engineer: Ben Kliever

Bob is the Founder of Heartland Payments, Founder of the Give Something Back Foundation, and CEO of Beyond Inc.

In this interview, we explore some of his big lessons learned in business. We uncover some of the key points in his two great books, "Through the Fires" and "Working Class to College" and you will learn interesting facts behind the causes he's dearly passionate about (the Give Something Back Foundation).

Links Mentioned:

www.giveback.ngo

www.getbeyond.com

Audio Engineering: Ben Kliever

On this episode, i’m posting a clip from my call discussing the new tax bill. We also had an interesting exchange about cryptocurrencies, bitcoin and lightcoin.

Audio engineering: Ben Kliever

In this "CEO in 10" episode, our very own Rick Tocquigny sits with the CEO of ACE Hardware - Mr. John Venhuizen.

Audio Engineer: Ben Kliever