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Why Mid-Sized Markets Create Better Opportunities: Derek Sorrells’ Multi-Concept Strategy

Derek Sorrells shares how he built eight businesses with ten locations in Wichita by observing concepts in bigger cities, learning…

anthonyvcodispoti Dec 28, 2025

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Chef William Milian’s Journey: From Cuba Refugee to Hyatt Centric Executive Chef

Chef William Milian shares escaping Cuba 1994 on 20-foot boat with seven others spending year and a half Guantanamo Bay,…

anthonyvcodispoti Dec 28, 2025

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From Windsurfing Rep to Parisian Café Owner: Laurent Vrignaud’s 40-Year Journey to Moulin

Laurent Vrignaud shares journey from 18-year-old windsurfer to Burton Snowboards super-rep to Nixon Watches co-founder to opening Moulin at age…

anthonyvcodispoti Nov 27, 2025

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From Chicken to Culture: Why Tumble 22 Puts People at the Heart of Growth with Laura Dunlap

Laura Dunlap shares her journey from personal struggles to leading HR at Tumble 22, revealing how inclusive culture and human…

anthonyvcodispoti Nov 27, 2025

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How Post-COVID Hospitality Changed Everything: Kim Halloran’s Industry Insights

Kim Halloran, Managing Partner at Capital Grille, shares 30 years of hospitality leadership including mentorship transforming struggling employee into successful…

anthonyvcodispoti Nov 22, 2025

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Craig Bernstein’s Journey: From Courtside at Madison Square Garden to Founding Doc B’s Restaurants

Craig Bernstein shares journey from 10-year-old writing "Restaurant Entrepreneur" reports after Madison Square Garden floor seats to founding Doc B's…

anthonyvcodispoti Nov 12, 2025