Join Kareema as she delves into the past and future of the food service industry. She reflects on its transactional nature 20 years ago, when marketing programs and category management were just starting, requiring stern,...
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A Conversation with Steve Sweeney, Past Chartwells CEO, on Leading a Multi-Million Dollar Company
In this episode of the Titans of Foodservice Podcast, Nick speaks with Steve Sweeney, former CEO and President of Chartwells. Steve shares his journey in the food service industry, from his early days in his...
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Behind the Elegance: The Pursuit of Unmatched Excellence with Guy Rigby, Past Four Seasons VP of Food & Beverage in the Americas
In this episode of the Titans of Foodservice Podcast, Nick speaks with Guy Rigby, VP of Food & Beverage for Four Seasons in the Americas. Guy shares his journey in the luxury hotel industry, from...
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Learning Your Craft: Lessons from Elohi Strategic Advisors CEO, Dimitra Rizzi, On the Power of Slowing Down So You Can Go Fast.
In this episode of the Titans of Foodservice Podcast, Nick speaks with Dimitra Rizzi, CEO of Alohi Strategic Advisors. Demetria discusses her background in the food service industry, including her experience working at Wendy’s and...
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Service with a Smile: Mark Setterington’s Recipe for Exceptional Customer Experience as a Restaurant Co-Founder and CEO.
In this episode of the Titans of Foodservice Podcast, Nick speaks with Mark Setterington, Co-founder and CEO of Island Fin Poke Company, a franchise with 26 open locations, and 65 more on the way. Mark...
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Tasting Success: How Joel Robbins is Transforming the Way Brands Go-to-Market
This week we are taking you behind the scenes of the food service industry with Joel Robbins, President of Taste Specific. Join Nick and Joel as they dive deep into the world of food service,...
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Serving Up Marketing Strategies: Lessons from Jaclyn Glatzer
This week Nick Portillo speaks with Jaclyn Glatzer. Managing Partner of JKG Food Services, President and CEO of World Select Cuts, Founder of the Maize Conference, and VP of Client Services for the Summit Group,...
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From Family Business to Restaurant Expansion with Javier Vasquez
This week Nick Portillo welcomes Javier Vasquez, CEO of Miguel’s Jr. Restaurants. Born into the restaurant industry, Javier shares his experiences of working in a family-owned business for over 50 years. Javier talks about the...
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The Ultimate Q&A with Danny Klein, Editorial Director at FSR and QSR Magazine
This week Nick Portillo welcomes Danny Klein, Editorial Director at FSR and QSR Magazine to the podcast. Danny shares how he got into the business, the challenges he has faced and overcome, and how he...
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Menu Matters: Unlocking the Power of Data to Drive Foodservice Success
Nick Portillo welcomes Maeve Webster, President and Founder of Menu Matters, on this episode of the Titans of Food Service Podcast. Maeve and Nick discuss the impact of the pandemic on the food service industry...
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