Join us on this episode of The Late Night Restaurant Show as we welcome Aaron Mortensen, a hospitality industry innovator with a lifelong passion for creating exceptional guest experiences. From his early days learning the ropes of large-scale catering operations to his ventures in technology and marketing, Aaron shares his unique insights and inspiring journey. Discover how he blends creativity with business acumen to push the boundaries of the restaurant and hospitality world.

We welcome Tim LaHay, co-founder and managing director of The Barley Merchant Taproom to our Late Night Restaurant Show. Tune in to hear Tim's inspiring journey through 35 years in the restaurant industry, from his beginnings at McDonald's to opening his own successful craft beer-focused restaurant. This episode delves into the highs and lows of restaurant management, the impact of COVID-19, and the passion that drives successful restaurateurs. Whether you're an industry veteran or an aspiring entrepreneur, Tim's story is sure to provide valuable insights and inspiration.

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In this lively episode of "The Late Night Restaurant Show," Jay Ashton and his co-host Dominic Pedulla are joined by special guests from Popcorn GTM, a company focused on innovative go-to-market strategies for tech startups in the restaurant industry.

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Welcome to another exciting episode of "The Late Night Restaurant Show," we sit down with Jordan Boesch, CEO and co-founder of Seven Shifts. This episode explores the remarkable journey of 7Shifts and its profound impact on restaurant operations.

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In this episode of The Late Night Restaurant Show, hosts Jay Ashton and Domenic Pedulla sit down with Shereen Qumsieh, a seasoned entrepreneur and founder of Akira. They explore the importance of reputation management in the restaurant industry, discussing how AI can streamline the process of responding to online reviews and leveraging feedback for improvement. Shereen shares insights on creating a feedback culture, emphasizing the need for consistent, genuine responses to customer reviews. Tune in to learn how to enhance your brand and build a strong reputation in the hospitality sector.

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In this episode of The Late Night Restaurant Show, hosts Jay Ashton and Domenic Pedulla jump into the future of restaurant management with Jordan Silverman, co-founder of Starfish, a cutting-edge restaurant tech company. This episode explores the transformative potential of AI in streamlining restaurant operations, enhancing efficiency, and driving profitability.

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In this compelling episode of The Late Night Restaurant Show, hosts Jay Ashton and Domenic Pedulla engage in an insightful conversation with Chris McFadden, a seasoned hospitality leadership coach. Chris shares his transformative journey from a sommelier battling alcoholism to becoming a leadership coach who emphasizes the importance of emotional intelligence and soft skills in the restaurant industry.

In this episode of "The Late Night Restaurant Show," host Jay Ashton welcomes Matt Wampler, CEO of Clear COGS, while co-host Dominic Pedulla is away at the International Goat Fair. Matt discusses his journey from running Jimmy John's franchises to co-founding Clear COGS, a company that leverages AI to help restaurants make data-driven decisions. The conversation covers the challenges faced by the restaurant industry, the potential of AI to revolutionize operations, and the importance of creating memorable customer experiences. Jay and Matt also delve into Matt's background, hobbies, and the future of the restaurant industry.