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In this candid conversation, Vivant founder/CEO Hamed Mazrouei shared how Vivant is the boring company managing the connectivity infrastructure for multi-billion-dollar brands. He also dives deep into how businesses often overlook single points of failure when they only focus on backup internet and phones.

In this candid conversation, Vivant founder/CEO Hamed Mazrouei shared how Vivant is the boring company managing the connectivity infrastructure for multi-billion-dollar brands. He also dives deep into how businesses often overlook single points of failure when they only focus on backup internet and phones.

In this part 2 episode with Laura, we dive into the reality of building tech for restaurant brands. Sometimes the hardest part isn’t creating the data—it’s making it easy, actionable, and automated for teams who don’t have the time or resources to figure it out. Hear the story of a 15-unit restaurant demo in 2018, where the founder showed a fully integrated payment and reporting system—and learned the critical lesson: data alone isn’t enough. You have to push it start to finish and make it simple for your team to act on it. Key takeaways: - Technology must be simple and actionable to truly add value - Data without guidance can overwhelm staff - Automation is the key to scaling efficiently - Founder-to-founder lessons on patience, persistence, and growth If you’re building a restaurant brand, implementing tech, or scaling operations, this episode is packed with practical insights you can use immediately.

What separates thriving entrepreneurs from the rest? In this episode of TechBite, David Meltzer breaks down the mindset shifts and daily habits that drive real business success. Whether you're just starting out or scaling up, this conversation will challenge the way you think — and help you perform at your highest level.

Most people think restaurant profits grow slowly with revenue—but the real secret is understanding the profit inflection points that change everything. In this episode, we break down the hidden economics behind restaurant profitability and why many restaurants start generating significantly higher margins after crossing key revenue milestones. Learn how fixed operating costs, food costs, and revenue growth interact to create opportunities for dramatically higher profits. We also discuss the difference between owner-operators and investor-run restaurants, and why passionate operators often outperform larger multi-unit investors when it comes to building strong, resilient brands.

In the latest episode of the TechBite podcast, David Bloom, Chief Development & Growth Officer at Capriotti's shares the key to scaling responsibly, avoiding vendor sprawl, and what most operators get wrong as they grow.

In this edition of TechBite, Milagro founder/CEO Hamed Mazrouei sits down with restaurant brand strategist Joseph Szala to dish out the secrets to restaurant websites that actually work. Ever wonder why guests ditch your site and order through 3rd-party apps instead? Is your website helping you win sales, or pushing guests away? Watch part 2 with Joseph Szala

Fresh off his appointment as CEO, Jim Bitticks of Dave's Hot Chicken sits down with Hamed Mazrouei, Founder & CEO of Milagro, for a candid conversation on what it really takes to win in the restaurant business. From scaling strategies to on-the-ground tactics, Jim breaks down the key ingredients behind building a breakout brand—and why one critical factor can make or break your path to massive growth (and even a $1B exit). What’s the one thing you absolutely can’t afford to overlook? Watch this episode of TechBite to find out.

In this edition of TechBite, Milagro founder/CEO Hamed Mazrouei sits down with restaurant brand strategist Joseph Szala to dish out the secrets to restaurant websites that actually work. Ever wonder why guests ditch your site and order through 3rd-party apps instead? Is your website helping you win sales, or pushing guests away? We break it all down and share how to turn your website into your BEST online ordering channel. Stay tuned for Part 2!

In this episode of TechBite, restaurant franchise pro Kendall Ware teams up with Milagro founder & CEO Hamed Mazrouei to unpack the real playbook behind franchising your brand. 🍕 When’s the right time to franchise? 🍔 What are the 10 must-ask questions before you dive in? 🌮 Should franchising fix problems—or amplify your success? Get the insider scoop, clear answers, and no-nonsense advice to help you grow smarter, not riskier.