Category: Podcast
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The Recipe for Resilience: Joel Rodriguez’s Journey from Army to Ovation Bistro & Bar | Restaurants & Franchises Series
In this powerful episode, Joel Rodriguez, owner of Ovation Bistro & Bar, shares his remarkable journey from working in orange groves as a child of migrant workers to building a successful restaurant empire in central Florida.
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Scratch-Made Success: How Lauren Coulter Created a Biscuit Empire | Restaurants & Franchises Series
In this delicious episode, Lauren Coulter, Owner and Chief Biscuit Eater at Biscuit Belly, shares how she transitioned from a career in pharmacy to creating a thriving Southern-inspired fast-casual restaurant concept.
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Transitioning a Legacy Brand: Chris Rockwood’s Vision for On The Border | Restaurants & Franchises Series
In this engaging episode, Chris Rockwood, Chief Operating Officer at On the Border Mexican Grill and Cantina, shares his unexpected path from a small-town upbringing to leading the world’s largest Mexican casual dining brand.
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From Pizza to AI: Cas Maxwell’s Entrepreneurial Journey Across Rural Ohio | Restaurants & Franchises Series
In this dynamic episode, Cas Maxwell shares his remarkable journey from opening his first pizza restaurant at age 23 to co-founding America’s first AI college.
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Building Safety Culture: Kelly Wadding on Transforming Quality Pork Processors | Manufacturing Series
In this informative episode, Kelly Wadding shares his remarkable 50-year journey in the meat processing industry, from starting as an 18-year-old pushing hogs in a cooler to becoming president and owner of Quality Pork Processors.
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Finding Healing Through Gratitude: Terces Engelhart’s Remarkable Journey | Restaurants & Franchises Series
In this powerful episode, Terces Engelhart shares her remarkable journey from early struggles with an eating disorder to founding Cafe Gratitude, a pioneering plant-based restaurant focused on gratitude, community, and healing.
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Creating Community Through Film: Heather Morgan’s Alamo Journey | Restaurants & Franchises Series
In this fascinating episode, Heather Morgan, Chief Content Officer at Alamo Drafthouse Cinema, shares how she’s transforming the movie-going experience through innovative programming, community engagement, and a dedication to celebrating film culture.
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The Science of Success: Dr. Ryne Sherman on Understanding Human Potential
In this insightful episode, Dr. Ryne Sherman, Chief Science Officer at Hogan Assessments, reveals how data-driven personality assessments are revolutionizing talent management and reshaping our understanding of leadership.
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Cracking The Cramp Code with Filip Keuppens: The Science of Pickle Juice | Consumer Products Series
In this engaging episode, Filip Keuppens, Executive Vice President of The Pickle Juice Company, shares his journey from corporate entertainment to pioneering a revolutionary sports drink.
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Integrity & Value: Debbie Brunaforte on Leading the Largest Family-Operated RV Dealership
In this insightful episode, Debbie Brunaforte, Vice President at Campers NRV, shares her remarkable journey from working in her family’s RV business as a child to becoming a respected industry leader.