Restaurant Leaders Unplugged

Feb 25 2025 23 ep. 42 mins
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Restaurant Leaders Unplugged takes you behind the scenes with candid conversations and real talks with the top minds in the restaurant industry. 
Hosted by Sebastian Stahl, CEO of Breadth Marketing, this podcast uncovers the strategies, stories, and successes shaping the future of hospitality. Each episode offers actionable insights and honest discussions to help you grow your business. Tune in for practical advice and authentic stories that inspire and elevate your restaurant journey.

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Building Iconic Restaurant Brands with Arjun Sen

Feb 25 2025 43 mins  
What makes a restaurant truly unforgettable? In this episode of Restaurant Leaders Unplugged, Arjun Sen—former VP of Marketing at Papa John’s and branding expert—reveals the secret to making your restaurant a one-of-one brand. From his journey through iconic brands like Pizza Hut, Boston Market, and Einstein Bros. Bagels to founding Zen Mango, Arjun shares invaluable insights

Mastering Restaurant Profit & Leadership with Roger Beaudoin of Restaurant Rockstars

Feb 11 2025 50 mins  
Is your restaurant leaving money on the table? In this episode of Restaurant Leaders Unplugged, I sit down with Roger Beaudoin, founder of Restaurant Rockstars, to uncover proven strategies for boosting restaurant profitability, improving leadership, and creating a winning guest experience. 💡 What you'll learn in this episode: ✔️ The key difference between management vs. lea

Chip Klose: Boosting Restaurant Profitability & Marketing | Restaurant Leaders Unplugged

Feb 04 2025 40 mins  
In this episode of Restaurant Leaders Unplugged, we sit down with Chip Klose, a seasoned restaurant consultant and expert with over 24 years of experience in the hospitality industry. Chip shares valuable insights on how restaurant owners can tackle rising costs, enhance marketing strategies, and create sustainable business models. He discusses the importance of building customer l

Master Restaurant Profitability with Kasey Anton of Spark Business Consulting

Jan 28 2025 45 mins  
Are you ready to transform your restaurant's financial health? In this episode of Restaurant Leaders Unplugged, we sit down with Kasey Anton, founder of Spark Business Consulting and author of Profit First for Restaurants. Kasey shares her journey from restaurateur to financial consultant, revealing the strategies behind her Profit First system that have helped countless restaurant

From CPA to Michelin Stars: Leadership Lessons with Ignacio Garcia-Menocal

Jan 21 2025 40 mins  
In this episode of Restaurant Leaders Unplugged, Ignacio Garcia-Menocal, Co-Founder and CEO of World Bay Hospitality Group, shares his remarkable journey from a CPA to leading a Michelin-starred restaurant group. Discover how he balances core values, innovation, and trust to build successful concepts like Stubborn Seed and navigate challenges in the restaurant industry. Ignacio div

Balancing Passion and Leadership in the Restaurant Industry with Christy LoPresto

Jan 14 2025 29 mins  
In this episode of Restaurant Leaders Unplugged, host Sebastian Stahl chats with Christy LoPresto, a dynamic restaurateur and wellness entrepreneur redefining leadership in the hospitality industry. Christy takes us on a journey through her 20+ years in the restaurant business, sharing her evolution from server to owner of several acclaimed New York City eateries, including Kin, a

Mastering the Steakhouse Business: 31 Years of Lessons with Randy Burks

Jan 08 2025 43 mins  
In this episode of Restaurant Leaders Unplugged, host Sebastian Stahl sits down with Randy Burks, the founder of Randy’s Steakhouse in Frisco, Texas. With over three decades of experience in the restaurant industry, Randy shares the journey of building his iconic steakhouse, navigating challenges like sky-high food costs, labor shortages, and even pandemic shutdowns. From startin

Redefining Success in the Restaurant World: Lessons from Mathieu Giraud of Garçons de Café and L’Appart

Dec 16 2024 34 mins  
In this episode of Restaurant Leaders Unplugged, we sit down with Mathieu Giraud, the visionary owner of Garçons de Café and L’Appart in downtown Los Angeles. Mathieu shares his incredible journey from training in hospitality in France to managing world-class establishments in LA and eventually stepping into entrepreneurship. Discover Mathieu’s candid insights on: The realiti

Crafting Profitable Bar Programs: Ben Potts on the Secrets to Hospitality Success

Dec 09 2024 37 mins  
What makes a profitable and unforgettable bar program? In this episode of Restaurant Leaders Unplugged, I sit down with Ben Potts, co-founder of Unfiltered Hospitality and co-owner of The Sylvester in Miami. Ben’s journey is a masterclass in persistence and innovation, from starting as a bar back to becoming one of the most sought-after beverage program consultants in the industr

#14 From $52K to 17 Locations: Rakesh Chandiramani’s Blueprint for Restaurant Success

Dec 03 2024 44 mins  
Rakesh Chandiramani, Co-Founder & Owner of Vin sur Vingt Wine Bars, Jack’s Coffee, and Il Fiorista in NYC, shares how he transformed a $52,000 investment into 17 successful locations. From scaling with purpose to crafting unforgettable guest experiences, Rakesh dives deep into the challenges and triumphs of the restaurant industry. Learn why authentic leadership, team loyalty