The Turning Tables Podcast

Sep 12 2023
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Looking for a fresh perspective on the restaurant industry? Turning Tables is the must-listen podcast for anyone in the restaurant industry looking to grow their business. Tune in for thought-provoking conversations with next-gen multi-unit restaurant leaders, as we explore new ways to accelerate your business to new levels of success. Tune in for engaging, interactive episodes that are practical and relevant to today's restaurant landscape.

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Building Your Network to Build Your Business | Season 1, Ep. 16: Daniella Senior

Sep 12 2023 21 mins  
In the latest episode of "Turning Tables," the hospitality realm got a masterclass in authentic Cuban culture, business acumen, and the fine art of juggling personal and professional roles. Hosted by Kathleen Wood at the Prosper Forum in Amelia Island, Florida, the episode zoomed into the spirited world of Daniella Senior, the brain behind Colada Shop.From her initial plunge into t

Succeeding with Founders | Season 1, Ep. 15: Josh Halpern

Aug 31 2023 19 mins  
Don't miss the latest episode of The Turning Tables podcast, where innovative leaders share new rules for success in the competitive restaurant market. Host Kathleen Wood sits down with Big Chicken CEO, Josh Halpern, to discuss leadership, growth, and building great brands. Big Chicken, founded in 2018, is backed by JRS Hospitality, Authentic Brands Group, and basketball star Shaqu

Building Blocks for Creating a Powerful Culture | Season 1, Ep. 14: Amir Mostafavi

Aug 17 2023 57 mins  
In an era where authenticity and community engagement can make or break a business, restaurant and foodservice professionals have much to glean from the success story of South Block. In the latest episode of the Turning Tables Podcast, host Kathleen Wood, founder of Kathleen Wood Partners, invites Amir Mostafavi, Founder and CEO of South Block, to unpack the dynamics that have buil

How to Be Brave and Bold With Your Brand | Season 1, Ep. 13: Scout Driscoll

Jul 20 2023 49 mins  
On the latest episode of the Turning Tables Podcast, host Kathleen Wood, founder of Kathleen Wood Partners, sat down with Scout Driscoll, founder and CEO of the award-winning Chicago branding agency, DesignScout. With over two decades in the industry, DesignScout specializes in transforming both emergent and established restaurants into personality-rich, Instagram-worthy brands. No

Six Keys for Accelerating Your Growth | Season 1, Ep. 12

May 18 2023 38 mins  
In the latest episode of the Turning Tables podcast, host Kathleen Wood, founder of Kathleen Wood Partners, provides an in-depth look into the strategies her firm uses to transform small businesses into major industry players. Entitled "Six Keys For Accelerating Your Growth," the episode is a solo session where Wood shares her experience and insights from working with companies lik

Winning with an Underdog Mindset | Season 1, Ep. 11: Scott Taylor

Apr 20 2023 38 mins  
An underdog mindset is a powerful tool that can help individuals achieve success in the restaurant business. This approach is rooted in the belief that despite having limited resources, an individual can still emerge victorious by working hard, being creative, and remaining resilient. By adopting this mentality, restaurant owners and staff can approach challenges with a tenacious a

Bridging the Digital and Physical Gap in the Customer Experience | Season 1, Ep. 10: Hanson Li

Mar 16 2023 44 mins  
In the latest episode of Turning Tables, host and growth strategist, Kathleen Wood, and her guest, Hanson Li co-founder and chief executive officer of Lazy Susan talk about what the restaurant industry needs to do to close the gap between customers’ digital expectations and their current digital experience. Lazy Susan is a contemporary concept of Chinese American takeout company.

Lessons in Leadership - Running the Race with Joy! | Season 1, Ep. 9: Blaine Hurst

Feb 16 2023 42 mins  
In the latest episode of Turning Tables, host and growth strategist, Kathleen Wood, and her guest, Blaine Hurst discuss lessons in leadership. Hurst is the retired CEO of Panera Bread, a member of the Fast Casual Hall of Fame, a four-time Fast Casual Mover and Shaker, author of 8 patents, and is regarded as one of the highest-impact restaurant leaders of recent times. Today Hurst i

Challenging Your Marketing Mindset for Growth | Season 1, Ep. 8: Nichole Robillard

Jan 19 2023 39 mins  
In the latest episode of Turning Tables, host and growth strategist, Kathleen Wood, and her guest, Nichole (Cole) Robillard, Chief Marketing Officer at Smokey Bones discuss industry insights, staying competitive and being a marketing leader with a challenger’s mindset. Robillard joined Smokey Bones in 2021 as Vice President of Marketing as a results-driven leader with extensive e

Developing The Future Through Mentoring | Season 1, Ep. 7: Carin Stutz

Dec 22 2022 44 mins  
In the latest episode of Turning Tables, host and growth strategist, Kathleen Wood, and her guest, President and Chief Executive Officer of Native Foods, Carin Stutz about guiding and mentoring the next generation of leaders in the industry. Stutz has served as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Red Robin, President of McAlister's Deli, CEO and President of Cos