The Pizza Marketplace Podcast offers a view into the hot topics affecting the continuing evolution of the pizza industry.
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This podcast series from the publishers of FastCasual.com, PizzaMarketplace.com and QSRweb.com provides restaurant owners and executives with the insights and inspiration they need to grow their brands. Each episode features interviews with experienced restauranteurs, industry experts, and thought leaders, who share practical tips and advice for running a successful restaurant business.
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Women in Restaurant Leadership is a new podcast from the teams at QSR and FSR magazines and the podcasts QSR Uncut and The Restaurant Innovator. It will explore stories and insights from women leaders across the industry, creating a space to share ideas, aspirations, and help progress the sector forward. Join the WiRL movement!
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Helping retailers everywhere grow their bottom-line with our programs and fanatical support. It's all about foodservice marketing tips and business strategies! Email us at [email protected].
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Designed for tech heads and food fanatics alike, Technical Foodies explores the latest trends and innovations in the QSR tech industry. Host and marketing professional Delia Sargeant sits down monthly with experts and industry leaders from your favorite QSR brands to discuss the latest innovations. Made for execs, entrepreneurs, and consumers, Technical Foodies dives into what impacts how we dine, shop, and live.
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Electrical Distribution Solutions is a podcast for electricians, engineers, architects and more. SSDi manufacturers custom electrical distribution and control systems for C-Store’s and QSR’s worldwide. This podcast is hosted by Jerry Nelson, Adam Bohnet, and Dorothy McCarley. They are the founders of SSDi and have over 20 years of electrical trade industry experience. We all have our favorite tools, let this be one of them!
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Nick Portillo shares with you the things he has learned on his own journey of building a successful business in the food service industry.
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All things Commercial Real Estate uncensored for your pleasure. Get the take from the operators, bankers, owners, tenants, landlords, and many other angles of the CRE world. Hosted by Derek Anthony and Mia in downtown Fort Worth, Texas studios. Be sure to check out www.thepodcaststudio.net for all the latest info. Available anywhere Podcasts are available.
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Each week, Damian Fraser and Eduardo García dissect Mexico’s most important business stories with global impact—and bring on a guest to explore a subject the headlines missed
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Brands & Banter: a podcast where cool people from cool brands come together and talk shop. It’s a laid back conversation between retail experts, brand leaders, and cutting edge creatives. We’ll trade stories, banter about our industries, and share one-of-a-kind perspectives that you won’t want to miss.
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The Instant Payments Podcast is your go-to source for conversations at the intersection of innovation, payroll, and financial wellness. Hosted by payments industry veteran Tal Clark, the show explores how real-time disbursements, earned wage access, digital tipping, and modern payment technology are reshaping the way America gets paid. Each episode features thought leaders, operators, and innovators who are advancing how workers access and manage their money. Whether you're a business leader ...
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We Bought a Franchise – The #1 Franchise Podcast by Real Franchise Owners The top franchise podcast where actual franchise owners reveal what really works in franchise ownership. If you're researching how to buy a franchise or evaluating franchise opportunities, this is your unfiltered source. HOSTED BY REAL FRANCHISE OWNERS Jack and Jill Johnson — certified franchise consultants who've actually owned franchises. Jack built a home care franchise to 100+ units and sold it to private equity. H ...
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Welcome to the Intertek Podcast Network, Assurance in Action, your hub for quality insights and information from our Intertek experts. Learn what our people are saying about important industry trends ranging from food safety standards to supplier management and everything in between! With new and recurring guests, we are poised to provide you the knowledge needed to enhance your business processes, operations, and safety.
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The Matt Baxter Show, hosted by Founder and CEO of Wedge, is dedicated to people finding their purpose. We'll be having conversations spanning all sorts of purpose related topics with people who absolutely love what they do every single day.
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Join WillowTree’s Billie Loewen for a deep dive into growth marketing. In each episode, Billie discusses the latest news and topics in lifecycle marketing, chatting with a wide array of guests, including WillowTree colleagues, client-partners, and industry thought leaders. Let's grow!
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Your weekly dive into the world of payments, hosted by Arthur Bedel. Join us for intimate, educational, and fun conversations with Top Payment Leaders as we explore the latest trends, innovative payment products, and executive spotlights to uncover the stories behind overnight successes. Ready to connect the dots?
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Immerse yourself in the dynamic world of point-of-sale (POS) with the Rising Stars Podcast by Star Micronics, hosted by industry pro, Kate Orara. Twice a month, we explore the fascinating journeys of innovators and businesses navigating the challenges of technology's rapid pace. In every episode, Kate Orara, Partner Development Manager at Star, takes listeners on an exploration of emerging retail technology trends and strategies with global industry giants. She's spent her entire career meet ...
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What It Takes to Operate 127 QSR Restaurants with Cody Wong, CEO of CW Management Services
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30:13This week, Nick Portillo catches up with Cody Wong, CEO of CW Management Services. With oversight of more than 120 franchise locations, Cody breaks down the operational strategies that fuel scalable growth, emphasizing the importance of strong systems, smart technology, and disciplined execution. He shares firsthand insights into managing the compl…
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48. Inside MIP’s Rise, Behind HBO’s Chespirito, Alsea’s New QSR, and the AT&T–Televisa Plot
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1:20:19Jaime Guillen, co-founder and partner at Mexico Infrastructure Partners (MIP), joins us to explain how the firm became the country’s largest infrastructure fund, the strategy behind its landmark Iberdrola acquisition, and where MIP is heading next, from energy and digital infrastructure to industrial real estate and international expansion. For a s…
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Home Care Franchise Deep Dive with Bobby Kelly: Inside Home Helpers' 28-Year Playbook
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52:11Send us a text Home Care Franchise Deep Dive: Home Helpers Franchise Review | Best Healthcare Franchise 2025? Is a home care franchise one of the most profitable franchises to own in 2025? We break down the real numbers with Bobby Kelly, who's awarded 400+ Home Helpers franchise territories over 20 years. If you're researching franchise investment …
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How Bill Schiffmiller is Revolutionizing Auditory Accessibility
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55:36In this episode we’re sitting down with Bill Schiffmiller. He’s a creative catalyst, a business maestro, and an accessibility champion. We’ll dive into his success with brands like Apple, Forbes, and his own purpose-led entrepreneurial endeavor, Akoio. For access to retail insights and perspectives that build better businesses, subscribe to The Gis…
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49. Classical Music, Monterrey Smog, 2025 Highlights and Bread Wars
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1:30:29For our Christmas special, we interview Carlos Miguel Prieto, renowned Artistic Director of the Orquesta Sinfónica de Minería, about the business and current state of classical music in Mexico. We also speak with Verónica García de León about the smog crisis in Monterrey: what’s driving it, and why it persists. To kick off, Eduardo and I discuss Me…
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Cybersecurity Demystified: UK Govt initiatives to strengthen cyber resilience in the UK
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24:35In the third episode of our ‘Cyber Security De-mystified Podcast Series’, Steve Ramsden, President Information Security at Intertek meets with guest speaker Irfan Hemani -Deputy Director for UK Cyber Security & Resilience Policy at Department for Science, Innovation and Technology – DSIT to talk about UK Govt initiatives aiming to strengthen cyber …
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Grief at Work: What Leaders Need to Understand (with Elizabeth Meltz)
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20:37Listener note: This episode includes sensitive conversation around grief and loss. We invite you to listen in the way that feels most supportive to you. Grief doesn’t stay at home—it often comes to work with us. Yet many leaders are never taught how to recognize it, respond to it, or create space for it within their teams. In this episode of the Wi…
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15 Crumbl Stores with Shideler Bennett: The Real Scaling Playbook
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1:00:19Send us a text Scaling a franchise sounds glamorous — until you're staring at three simultaneous buildouts and a contractor who just walked off with your materials. That's where Shideler Bennett started. Today he operates 15 Crumbl stores. In this episode, we dig into the real levers of franchise profit: → Labor at 25%, COGS under 25%, occupancy be…
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Ep 07 Part 2: More HR Trends with Britt Landrum: AI, Benefits, and Personal Passions
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25:57In this episode of the Instant Payments podcast, host Tal Clark, CEO of Instant Financial, continues the conversation with Britt Landrum, CEO of Landrum, Inc. They discuss the impact of AI on staffing, including Landrum's AI, 'Abby,' for recruiting. The conversation extends to the evaluation of tools like payroll cards and earned wage access for wo…
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Pizza Across America to bring together pizzerias across the country for good cause
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19:27In this episode of the Pizza Marketplace Podcast, host Mandy Detwiler, editor of Pizza Marketplace, talks to Scott Wiener, director of Slice Out Hunger, about the Pizza Across America even that brings together pizzerias across the country for a good cause. The week of National Pizza Day, Feb. 9, pizzerias are encouraged to donate 10 pizzas to their…
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Menu strategy: Combating inflation and ‘protein fatigue’ with pork
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17:34With beef prices climbing — up nearly 60% in the last decade, according to industry veterans —fast casual operators are facing a margin squeeze. The solution to stabilizing food costs while meeting consumer demand for variety may lie in an under-leveraged protein: pork. In this episode of the "Restaurant Operator Podcast," host Cherryh Cansler sits…
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The Modern Playbook for Foodservice Brands to Master Media with Kate Finley, Founder of Belle Communication
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36:02Foodservice operators are embracing fresh, innovative marketing strategies that are essential for staying relevant and successful in today’s consumer landscape. This week, Nick Portillo sits down with Kate Finley, Founder of Belle Communication, to uncover the wide-ranging opportunities for financial growth in the foodservice industry. Kate shares …
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47. Binance’s Mexico Bet, Duncan Wood on USMCA Hearings, Bimbo at 80, and the 40-Hour Week Ahead
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1:02:45MexMoves interviews Salvador Rivero, the new Country Head of Binance Mexico, who lays out what the world’s largest crypto exchange plans to do in the country. We also speak with US-Mexico policy expert Duncan Wood for his take on the USMCA hearings in Washington — what’s at stake and what 2026 US trade outcomes are realistic for Mexico. To kick off…
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Jay and Carolina Orosa: From Franchisees To Franchise Mentors
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1:04:25Send us a text Ready to turn a franchise into a true asset rather than a demanding job? We sit down with Jay and Carolina Orosa—former top-performing home care franchisees and now part of our franchise consulting team—to unpack how they launched, scaled to hundreds of clients and 300+ caregivers, and exited on favorable terms without losing the hea…
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Designing the Future of Guest Experience with Jessica Kwa
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28:08What happens when you combine restaurant-floor instincts, deep empathy, and industry-defining CX strategy? You get Jessica Kwa, Head of Customer Experience Strategy at Qualtrics, who helps some of the world’s biggest brands truly understand what customers need—and how to design experiences that turn insight into action. In this episode, Jessica bre…
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Operational Excellence with David Youngberg, CEO of Stonefire Grill
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33:36In this episode, host Nick Portillo speaks with David Youngberg, CEO of Stonefire Grill, for an insightful conversation about the vast opportunities in the food service industry. Drawing on a career that spans more than 40 years, Youngberg shares how a commitment to operational excellence has been the cornerstone of his success. He reflects on his …
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46. Banco Azteca Opens Up; Treviño on Mexico’s Leadership Gaps; Protests Hit Highways; Fibra NEXT Follow-On
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1:38:38Join us for a deep dive with Banco Azteca Chairman Alejandro Valenzuela on how Azteca really makes its money, why cash still refuses to die, and why a phygital model is the way forward for Mexican banks. Javier Treviño shares leadership lessons from his new book Silos, celos y círculos íntimos and what a more ethical, less “clubby” business culture…
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Ep 07 Part 1: Navigating Growth in the Staffing and PEO Industry with the CEO of Landrum, Inc.
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21:11Ep 07 Part 1: Navigating Growth in the Staffing and PEO Industry with the CEO of Landrum, Inc. In this episode of the Instant Payments podcast, host Tal Clark, CEO of Instant Financial, interviews Britt Landrum, CEO of Landrum, Inc — two companies based in Pensacola, Fla. Britt shares insights on the history of his family staffing and PEO business,…
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Dirty Dough owner succeeds on transparency, great cookies
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22:41Dirty Dough owner Bennett Maxwell knows cookies. After all, his brand has 50 flavors and a simple model. In this episode of the Restaurant Operator Podcast, host Mandy Detwiler, editor of Pizza Marketplace and QSRweb, talks to Maxwell about his operations, the cookie wars he battled and the marketing strategies that make Dirty Dough a success. When…
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Why Pilates Franchises Win: Recurring Revenue & Strong Margins Explained
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42:26Send us a text Pilates franchise investment is exploding - but is it actually profitable? Emily Brown from Limitless Franchise Growth breaks down the real numbers behind Jet Set Pilates, Project Lean Nation, and Fundraising University franchises. We cover franchise costs, unit economics, profit margins, and what differentiates top-performing boutiq…
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How Dan Sokolik Builds Top QSR Brands, and Sells Fried Chicken
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49:35On our first episode of Brands & Banter, we sit down with QSR veteran and marketing expert Dan Sokolik to decode his success, his story, and his advice on how to build an outstanding brand. For access to retail insights and perspectives that build better businesses, subscribe to The Gist to stay in the know.…
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45. AI for Mexico Logistics, Gold Mine Drama, Mexico Rises to #1 US Buyer, Esentia IPO, ASUR Buys Big
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1:22:09Desteia’s Diego Solórzano explains how real, operator-focused AI tools can ease Mexico–U.S. logistics bottlenecks. Journalist Steve Fisher recounts the unlikely recovery of a gold mine in Sonora that many had written off, detailing the operational, financial, and human factors behind its revival. We discuss Mexico surpassing Canada as America’s top…
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Beyond the Bin – Expert Insights on Recycling Traceability
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10:47In this episode of Expert Insights, Ashli Span and special guest Tommy Savarese shake up things up with a conversation that goes beyond traditional regulatory talk. During this discussion, Ashli and Tommy explore the real world of recycling: how it works, where it’s headed, and why it matters for quality, safety, sustainability, and more. Whether y…
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The Unscripted Journey of Susan Wilcox and The Herb Box
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24:40What happens when a woman with zero preconceived notions steps into the food world and builds a 30-year culinary powerhouse? Last week, I sat down with Susan Wilcox, founder of The Herb Box, whose fearless leap into catering in 1995 sparked one of Scottsdale’s most beloved restaurant brands. Susan shared how she turned a whole-foods vision (long be…
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Brandon Downer: How Pink's Window Cleaning Franchise Turned Home Services Into Hospitality | The Franchise Insiders Podcast
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53:09Send us a text Brandon Downer: How Pink's Window Cleaning Franchise Turned Home Services Into Hospitality | The Franchise Insiders Podcast Discover how Brandon Downer built Pink's Window Cleaning from a neighborhood observation into a thriving home services franchise that treats customers like guests and technicians like hospitality professionals. …
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44. Plata’s CEO on 2M+ users and a $3B valuation; CDMX and U.S. sports teams; Esentia’s gas-pipeline IPO; and what Kimberly-Clark’s Kenvue deal means for Mexico.
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1:20:01We talk with Neri Tollardo, Plata’s co-founder and CEO, to understand how the fintech rocketed from zero to more than two million users and a $3 billion valuation in just over two years. We also explore the pros and cons of Mexico City as a potential home for U.S. sports teams, the stakes behind Esentia’s planned gas-pipeline IPO as Mexico and the …
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Understanding CPSC E-Filing and Children’s Product Compliance
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14:16Chemical regulations are only part of the story. In our latest episode, Bob Trimble, Program Manager for Global Restricted Substances at Intertek Assuris, sits down with Anju, an expert in U.S. consumer product safety, to explore how CPSC e-filing is changing the compliance landscape, specifically for children’s products. From documentation require…
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Ep 06 Part 2 Driving Labor Efficiency and Employee Development in the Restaurant Industry
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25:40Ep 06 Part 2: Driving Labor Efficiency and Employee Development in the Restaurant Industry In this episode of the Instant Payments Podcast, Tal Clark, CEO of Instant Financial, continues the conversation with Matt Umholtz, President of AllianceHCM, delving into the labor challenges faced by the restaurant industry. The discussion navigates the impo…
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Hungry Howie's differentiates itself with flavored crust, fresh dough, ingredients
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20:33In this episode of the Pizza Marketplace Podcast, host Mandy Detwiler, talks to Jennifer Jackson, vice president of public relations for Hungry Howie's. Jackson spoke about the public relations and advertising the pizza brand does. Hungry Howie's differentiates itself by offering flavored crusts. Jackson said the butter cheese is the top crust flav…
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Lifting as We Lead: Inside the WiRL x GLEAM Mentor Program
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37:47In this special episode, we’re diving into the brand-new WiRL x GLEAM Mentor Program, a first-of-its-kind partnership reshaping how women in restaurant, foodservice, and hospitality leadership grow, develop, and rise. You’ll hear directly from the leaders behind the program about why this mentorship model works, what women truly need to advance, an…
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Barry Bagels expands with major deal in Texas, uses hub-and-spoke model for growth
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20:38In this episode of the Restaurant Operator Podcast, podcast host Mandy Detwiler, editor of Pizza Marketplace and QSRweb, talks to Jim Nusbaum, CEO of Barry Bagels. Nusbaum shares the brand's origin story, its expansion strategy into Texas, and the unique hub and spoke model that supports franchisees. He discusses the importance of employee culture,…
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Pool Service Franchise Deep Dive: Puddle Pools' Recurring Revenue Model | Franchise Investment Review
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46:49Send us a text Pool service franchise meets tech-driven recurring revenue. Discover how Puddle Pools built a scalable pool cleaning franchise across the U.S. and Canada with predictable cash flow, lean overhead, and margins that attract both operators and private equity. The Pool Maintenance Franchise Business Model We sit down with Puddle Pools fo…
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Food safety in Fast-Paced QSR Environments
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11:05In this episode we explore the topic that affects millions of meals served every day, managing food safety and hygiene under pressure in the quick service restaurant industry and the solutions Intertek provides to help those businesses protect their brand. Speakers: Catherine Beare - Regional Director Intertek UK and Iberia Karen Whiting – Director…
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Cybersecurity Demystified: Why Cybersecurity Matters in the Food Sector
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9:02In the second in our podcast series ‘Cybersecurity Demystified’ we shine a spotlight on cybersecurity threats in the food sector, highlighting how even beer pumps can be hacked, and solutions to mitigate the risk. Speakers: Deborah Matthews – Business Development Manager, Intertek Business Assurance UKI Steven Ramsden – President Information Securi…
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43.KIO on Mexico’s data-center opportunities; Natixis on local asset-management plans; GAP-CBX merger; ASUR bid for South American airports; Aeromexico prices IPO
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1:30:52Octavio Camarena, CEO of KIO, Mexico’s leading local data-center company, talks to us about the company’s ambitious expansion plans, power bottlenecks, and why a successful data-center build-out is relevant to Mexico’s AI competitiveness. Then French-owned Natixis explain their local asset-management push, driven by rising savings and pension asset…
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Chuck Runyon: Co-Founder of Anytime Fitness on how technology and empathy helped build Anytime Fitness
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47:25Send us a text A small-town key and a big idea changed fitness forever. We’re sitting with Chuck Runyon, Co-Founder of Anytime Fitness and Purpose Brands, to trace the leap from oversized racquetball clubs to tech-enabled, 24/7 gyms that actually match how people train today. Chuck opens up about building with empathy for small business owners, why…
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42. Uber Mexico Heads Explain Strategy, Revolut CEO on Mexico Opportunities, U.S. Route Bans Hit Mexican Airlines, the Debate Over Credit Card Fees, and Mercado Libre Outperforms Oxxo and Walmex
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1:31:06This week on MexMoves, Uber’s top Mexico executives break down their strategy and why the country has become one of Uber’s biggest global markets. Juan Guerra, CEO of Revolut Bank Mexico, discusses how the fintech will be adapting its European model to Mexico (ie, credit will be a bigger part of the story). We examine the U.S. route bans hitting Me…
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Ep 06 Part 1 QSR and Multi-Unit Restaurant Trends with Matt Umholtz of AllianceHCM
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22:28In this episode of the Instant Payments podcast, CEO Tal Clark interviews Matt Umholtz, President and CRO of AllianceHCM. They discuss Matt's journey from working in high-end kitchens to becoming a leader in payroll and HR technology. The conversation highlights key industry challenges such as labor and food costs, turnover rates, and the importanc…
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How tech is blurring the lines between fast casuals, QSR
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20:24In this episode of Restaurant Operator, host Cherryh Cansler, publisher of Fast Casual, sits down with Luke Wilwerding, VP of North America Sales of Elo Touch, sponsors of both this episode and the Fast Casual Top 100 Movers & Shakers report. Together, they explore how restaurant technology is transforming every stage of the guest experience from s…
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41. Finsus: Mexico’s Profitable Fintech — Plus Aeroméxico’s IPO; GE–Xignux’s $5.3B Prolec Deal; Insurer VAT Truce, GM Mexico Tariff Boost; and Revolut’s Long, Long-Awaited Launch
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1:15:14This week we interview Sebastián de Lara, Chief Regulation and Expansion Officer at Finsus, one of Mexico’s few profitable fintechs, to explore its path toward regulated scale. We then preview Aeroméxico’s upcoming IPO, highlighting its impressive post-COVID recovery powered by higher fares and sharp efficiency gains. In M&A, GE Vernova’s $5.3 bill…
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EU Plastic Regulations: Fostering Circular Economy Practices with ISCC PLUS
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10:10In this episode we explore how EU plastic regulations are driving the shift toward a circular economy and how ISCC PLUS certification helps businesses ensure traceability, compliance, and sustainability across the plastics value chain. Follow us on- Intertek's Assurance In Action || Twitter || LinkedIn.…
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The Power of Purpose-Driven Leadership in Foodservice with Alison Patt, President & CEO of Thomas Cuisine
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34:08This week, Nick sits down with Alison Patt, President and CEO of Thomas Cuisine, to explore how food can be a powerful catalyst for both personal and professional transformation. Alison shares her inspiring journey through the food service industry, a career rooted in real food, genuine hospitality, and a passion for improving lives through nutriti…
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The Evolution of Edible, With CEO Somia Farid Silber
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21:28Edible has been a household name for decades, but under CEO Somia Farid Silber, it’s no longer just a gifting brand. Today, Edible Brands is evolving into a multi-disciplined platform that spans fresh food and beverage, e-commerce, and fast casual dining. In this episode, Somia shares how she’s leading one of America’s most recognizable legacy bran…
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Josh York CEO GymGuyz How Mindset, Accountability, And Grit Turn A Small Idea Into A Global Fitness Brand
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46:47Send us a text We sit down with GymGuyz founder Josh York to unpack how a mobile fitness brand scaled to seven countries by pairing accountability with convenience and culture. We talk mindset, unit economics, trainer retention, recovery, cash flow, and the power of relentless consistency. • bringing the workout to clients anywhere with fully equip…
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40. HR Ratings on Mexico & the U.S.; Mexico Tech Week; Mercado Libre Fights New Tax Rules; Plata Valued at $3.1 B; Orbia Jumps on Divestiture Rumors; and AFORES Keep Growing
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1:22:45We interview Pedro Latapi, CEO of HR Ratings, on the firm’s growth in Mexico and now the U.S. and its rating outlook for both markets. Bernardo Cordero, founder of Mexico Tech Week, joins to discuss Mexico’s startup and tech ecosystem. Plus: Mercado Libre challenges the government over planned withholding taxes on third-party sellers, Orbia jumps o…
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Cybersecurity Demystified: Why Cybersecurity Is More Than Just An IT Issue
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6:20In the first of our ‘Cybersecurity de-mystified series, we're talking about why cybersecurity is not just an IT problem. It's everyone's responsibility and it's central to building trust and resilience. Speakers: Matthew Ruff, BDM Intertek Business Assurance UKI Steven Ramsden, Intertek President – Information Security Follow us on- Intertek's Assu…
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The Michelin Standard of Leadership with Chef Franck Desplechin, CEO of Incrementum
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32:21This week, join us as we explore the culinary and leadership journey of Chef Franck, shaped by Brittany roots and Michelin-starred mentorship. From top kitchens to luxury hotel boardrooms, he shares insights on resilience, teamwork, and intentional growth. Nick and Franck explore his transformative path, from bustling kitchens of prestigious restau…
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Ep 05 Part 2 Restaurant Industry Trends, Common Pitfalls, and the Potential of AI with Kep Sweeney, CEO of PDQ Restaurants
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23:37In this episode of the Instant Payments Podcast, host Tal Clark, CEO of Instant Financial, continues the conversation with Kep Sweeney, CEO of PDQ Restaurants. They delve into the business environment of the quick-service restaurant (QSR) space, discussing the handling and implications of tips, employee compensation, the free market, and industry t…
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How Two First-Time Franchisees Built a Thriving Roofing Business — With Zero Construction Experience
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50:32Send us a text How Two First-Time Franchisees Built a Thriving Roofing Business — Without Construction Backgrounds In this episode, the team sits down with Kevin and Kathy, first-time franchise owners of Action Exteriors, to unpack how two non-constructors turned a leap of faith into a fast-growing exterior restoration business. They share how they…
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Tel Aviv Grill brings taste of Israel to San Fernando Valley
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19:34In this episode of the Restaurant Operator Podcast, host Mandy Detwiler, editor of QSRweb.com and Pizza Marketplace, talks with Or Peleg, managing partner of Tel Aviv Grill in the Los Angeles area. Tel Aviv Grill began 11 years ago as a small kosher market making shawarma, skewers and sandwiches in the San Fernando Valley in Los Angeles. "And, very…
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