Online ordering and delivery continue to be critical revenue streams for restaurants, and Revel Integrated Partner Deliverect addresses the third-party ordering challenges facing restaurants and consumers head on. Tune in to episode 40 of Restaurant and Retail Revel(ations) to learn more about Deliverect's solution directly from Joe Heather, Ireland & UK general manager at Deliverect. Joe also shares what's on the horizon for the company in his region as they approach an exciting milestone: 300 million orders across 42 regions!

Revel Integrated Partner Waitrr offers QR ordering and payments solutions, helping restaurants meet the demands of today's busy consumer while also streamlining the front of house experience for staff. Join the hosts of Restaurant and Retail Revel(ations) and Waitrr Chief Operating Officer Tim Davies as they discuss the many ways Waitrr's solution encourages efficiencies across a restaurant's ecosystem, as well as a look at what's next for the company.

When Scott Moore co-founded Maple Street Biscuit Company, he had no idea just how popular the brand’s comfort food with a twist was going to be. Now it’s a growing franchise so attractive that it was purchased by Cracker Barrel in 2019. Hear from Scott in this episode of Restaurant and Retail Revel(ations) on the importance of community, sticking to foundational principles and identity, and how the right partners can help brands strategically navigate the “messy middle” in business growth.

For Mani Bhushan, an Indian immigrant who founded Texas-based Taco Ocho after years working his way through the ranks of restaurant chains, his multi-site concept offered a way to bring fresh, healthy, and vegetarian options to Dallas-area diners. The brand is also a love letter to the many flavors and textures inspired by eight different Latin American countries. Listen to this episode of Restaurant and Retail Revel(ations) for a better understanding of Mani’s journey and why you can probably spot him at one of his restaurants the next time you’re in Dallas!

In this episode of Restaurant and Retail Revel(ations), learn how Pizza Patrón and Wingstop are closely connected, as well as how the pizza brand’s identity and tech stack have evolved over time from Juan Reyes, the pizzeria’s director of marketing & development. Could this be the restaurant chain that puts “San Antonio-style pizza” on the map? Listen now and decide for yourself!

Ken McGarrie is co-founder of Korgen Hospitality, COO of Fabio Viviani Restaurants, and best-selling author of The Surprise Restaurant Manager. In episode 35 of the Restaurant and Retail Revel(ations) podcast, he is also the featured guest! Tune in to this episode for some of Ken’s advice on transitioning into restaurant management for the first time, what features to prioritize for restaurant technology, and more!

As a Revel Solution Partner, the team behind Delaware Business Systems—or DBS for short—plays an integral role in getting Revel’s cloud-native technology into the hands of new clients. And with nearly 40 years in the point of sale market, there’s a reason DBS is such a trusted name in the industry. DBS Sales Manager Pat Hynson joins us in the guest seat to give us a closer look at what it means to be a Revel Solution Partner. He also shines a light on why Revel and DBS were the right partners for shared client PrimoHoagies.

In spite of economic headwinds and on-going supply chain challenges, restaurants can enjoy respite in a well-executed customer engagement program. Paytronix VP of Partnerships and Business Development Dan Murphy joins us in this episode to unpack how his company—a clear leader in the customer engagement and loyalty space—leverages direct integration with POS platforms like Revel Systems to provide seamless solutions to hospitality brands focused on deepening lasting relationships with their guests.

In episode 32 of the Restaurant and Retail Revel(ations) podcast, Revel Chief Financial Officer Josh Boyer joins the co-hosts to talk finance, leadership, and 2023 forecasting. Tune in to hear from Josh as he reflects on his own career and leadership journey and offers a glimpse into the macro trends he’s keeping a close eye on as budget season continues and the new year draws near.

CEO of Red’s Savoy Pizza Reed Daniels joins us in the guest seat for episode 31 of Restaurant and Retail Revel(ations). Since getting its start in 1965, this founder-driven brand has made a name for itself with a fresh, signature twist on a menu classic: Sota-style pizza. Creative marketing campaigns, unique menu elements like “passive aggressive sauce,” and a healthy amount of technology all play into the franchises’ success spanning the state of Minnesota.