Ep 05 Part 2 Restaurant Industry Trends, Common Pitfalls, And The Potential Of AI With Kep Sweeney, CEO Of PDQ Restaurants Instant Payments podcast

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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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In 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 trends. Kep and Tal also explore the challenges distressed restaurant brands face, common pitfalls, and the evolving role of AI in enhancing operations and financial forecasting. The discussion wraps up with advice for emerging restaurant leaders on gaining diverse experiences and taking advantage of educational opportunities. To learn more, visit instant.co/podcast.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

00:19 Discussing Employee Tips in QSR

07:22 Employee Well-being and Management

11:38 Challenges in Distressed Restaurant Brands

14:48 AI in the Restaurant Industry

20:07 Final Advice for Future Leaders

23:05 Conclusion and Farewell

To learn more about PDQ: eatpdq.com

Connect with Kep: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kep-sweeney-a19a3b5/

Connect with Tal: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tal-clark-a60776b/

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