Restaurant Influencers

Aman Narang is CEO, co-founder, and a director of Toast. In this in-depth interview, he shares stories about the origin of the point-of-sale company and explains how they maintain a culture of scrappiness. Watch now to learn about how Toast was founded, building tools to fix problems, and a look into the future of the Boston-based technology company. SPONSORS:   • Toast All-In-1 Restaurant POS: https://bit.ly/3vpeVsc • Ovation Guest Feedback Platform: https://ovationup.com/shawn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Phyllis Williams-Strawder, affectionately known as the “Ghetto Country Brandmother,” is a visionary consultant with a mission to transform business branding practices. She shares her uncommon, yet caring approach, to brand building via books, social media, and the Brandma’s House Show. Listen now to learn about branding in the restaurant industry, empowering your business, and how to own your crazy. Sponsored by • Toast All-In-1 Restaurant POS: https://bit.ly/3vpeVsc   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chef Jennifer Sebasigari's culinary journey has been as unconventional as one could imagine.  From aspiring to be a celebrity chef to championing immigrant and refugee causes by founding the SEBAS Foundation, Sebasigari's story is one of transformation and empowerment. Listen now to learn more about pursuing celebrity chef dreams, leveraging social media, and the annual Live Fire Fest charity event. Sponsored by - Toast All-In-1 Restaurant POS: https://bit.ly/3vpeVsc Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

William Connors, the Director of IT at Noble Restaurant Group, is helping lead a transformative journey in restaurant management by embracing and implementing cutting-edge technology solutions. Listen now to learn about how technology can improve business, revolutionizing the CRM, and implementing Toast into all tech stacks. Sponsored by - Toast All-In-1 Restaurant POS: https://bit.ly/3vpeVsc Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Adam Ochstein, CEO of Fishbowl, is an advocate for the enduring power of email marketing. Through his insights and initiatives, Ochstein is reshaping the way restaurants connect with their customers’ data and leverage technology to drive brand awareness, customer acquisition, and loyalty. Listen now to learn about the introduction of Delightable, using email, and how a hotel chain helped shape his idea of data personalization. Sponsored by - Toast All-In-1 Restaurant POS: https://bit.ly/3vpeVsc Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chef Joe Gatto isn't your ordinary culinary master. He's also a filmmaker and producer who seamlessly blends his passions to create a one-of-a-kind experience in his food series, From Scratch.  Listen now to learn about creating your own cooking show, deep connections made through food, and believing in yourself. Sponsored by - Toast All-In-1 Restaurant POS: https://bit.ly/3vpeVsc   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

At the heart of Philadelphia's culinary legacy stands Pat's King of Steaks, a landmark synonymous with the iconic Philly cheesesteak. Frank Olivieri, executive chef and owner, traces the origins of this beloved sandwich to a serendipitous moment when his Uncle Pat leaned into inspiration. Listen now to learn more about inventing the classic Philly Cheesesteak, making connections in business, and Philadelphia hospitality. Sponsored by - Toast All-In-1 Restaurant POS: https://bit.ly/3vpeVsc Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Blake Sabatinelli is the CEO of Atmosphere, a leading streaming TV service for businesses. He wants to build the future of business television by creating an engaging out-of-home media experience tailored for brands of all types. Listen now to learn more about business television, creating the right atmosphere for your business, and how the company has grown and pivoted. Sponsored by - Toast All-In-1 Restaurant POS: https://bit.ly/3vpeVsc #business #entrepreneur #atmospheretv   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For Andy Husbands, the renowned Pitmaster, author, and owner of The Smoke Shop, the food path has been a lifelong pursuit fueled by passion. Since the 4th grade, he set his sights on becoming a chef, navigating a hard but rewarding journey. Listen now to learn about following early inspirations, making award-winning barbecue, and the benefits of switching to Toast. Sponsored by - Toast All-In-1 Restaurant POS: https://bit.ly/3vpeVsc #entrepreneur #andyhusbands #thesmokeshop   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Christian J. Fischer, an author, culinary coach, and stalwart in the hospitality industry, emphasizes the gravity of hospitality in his life. For the chef, hospitality is not just a profession. It’s ingrained in him through his upbringing in Austrian culture.  Listen now to learn about hospitality being in your blood, helping chefs become authors, and how to give back to your industry. #entrepreneur #christianjfischer #disruptivechef Sponsored by - Toast All-In-1 Restaurant POS: https://bit.ly/3vpeVsc Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices