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Ventures, Solutions & Media: Investing in and amplifying the future of hospitality and foodservice through media, technology, and strategic partnerships
New York, USA
Joined June 2020
VC isn’t just about funding startups — it’s about fueling innovation. Bobby Franklin, CEO of NVCA, highlights how venture capital serves as the engine behind entrepreneurial ecosystem — backing bold ideas that need time, risk, and patience to grow. https://t.co/khiPnKQBAV
forbes.com
As President and CEO of the National Venture Capital Association, Bobby Franklin leads efforts to create policies that foster innovation and drive economic growth.
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New Episode! "Hospitality Leadership with Debbie Stroud: Leading Whataburger's Legacy and Future" Debbie Stroud, President and CEO of Whataburger, shares her unique hospitality leadership journey, g… Player links & show notes:
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Discover Debbie Stroud’s leadership journey guiding Whataburger’s legacy with a people-first culture and hospitality innovation.
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Jeff Bezos’ father, Mike Bezos, is reportedly expanding his family office — hiring a CEO and soon a CIO to manage an estimated $40B fortune. The move mirrors a broader trend: family offices are evolving into sophisticated investment platforms. Read More:
wsj.com
The expansion plans come amid a boom in family offices, which are private firms set up by wealthy families to manage their money—and more.
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New York City just dropped its list of the 9 Best Burgers, and no surprise here — Shake Shack’s ShackBurger made the cut. Did YOUR favorite burger make the list? Tag them below! https://t.co/dQKNnCAYi4
#Hospitality #ShakeShack #HospitalityLeaders #FoodService #Burger
foodandwine.com
We asked New York City-based F&W Best New Chefs for their favorite burgers in the Big Apple. From fast-casual smashburgers to dry-aged, eight-ounce patties, these are the nine hamburgers that you...
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Mergers and acquisitions were seen as the exclusive playground of Fortune 500 CEOs and billion-dollar bankers. Today, thanks to technology, private capital, and shifting business, M&A is becoming a playbook for startups, small businesses, & entrepreneurs. https://t.co/6c0YkbomSY
entrepreneur.com
M&A isn't just for Wall Street anymore; it's for Main Street, too.
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New Episode! "Building a Billion-Dollar Hospitality Brand: Leadership & Growth with Jim Bitticks of Dave’s Hot Chicken" Jim Bitticks, President and COO of Dave’s Hot Chicken, shares insider insights… Player links & show notes:
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At just 36 years old, Damola Adamolekun has led Red Lobster from bankruptcy to bold revival — and he’s calling it “the greatest comeback in the history of the restaurant industry.”
fortune.com
“Of course it’s risky,” Damola Adamolekun told Fortune’s Ruth Umoh. “I took over a company that’s bankrupt and had a lot of problems.”
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Newest series: FOODFLUENCERS, coming soon to The Hospitality Hangout. We sit down with the creators and tastemakers behind your favorite flavors — the people influencing what and where we eat. From Mike's Hot Honey to The HEATONIST, Little Sesame , and more. #Influencers #CPG
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Nicole Thaung has been promoted to CFO of The ONE Group Hospitality after more than 15 years with Benihana. Nicole was instrumental in integrating Benihana into The One Group following its $365M acquisition. https://t.co/bIFJ48XF82
restaurantdive.com
Nicole Thaung, who has been at the Japanese chain for 15 years, becomes the parent company’s top financial executive following Tyler Loy’s departure.
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A heist at the #Louvre! Our podcast isn’t after diamonds, we’re after your attention. With interviews featuring the most brilliant C-Suite leaders in #hospitality. We promise the only thing missing will be your free time. #LouvreHeist
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New Episode! "Fighting Summer Hunger: Hospitality Leaders Feeding Millions through Innovative Strategies" In this special episode, recorded live at the Prosper Forum, the Hospitality Hangout shines … Player links & show notes:
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Hear Anne Filipic of No Kid Hungry on innovative strategies tackling summer hunger in millions of children nationwide.
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Leadership shift at Nestlé! Alfonso Gonzalez Loeschen has been named CEO of Nespresso Professional, one of Nestlé’s largest divisions, following the promotion of Philipp Navratil to Group CEO. https://t.co/mECXLOWOL1
fooddive.com
Alfonso Gonzalez Loeschen will run one of the CPG giant's largest divisions after Philipp Navratil was unexpectedly promoted to CEO.
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Marriott International shares rose 1.15% to $262.71, marking their third straight day of gains. A solid showing for one of the world’s largest hospitality companies, and a signal of continued investor confidence in the travel and lodging sector. https://t.co/r7h2MjJ3Wj
marketwatch.com
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Portillo's has officially named Denise Lauer as Chief Marketing Officer! Denise brings over two decades of marketing and communications leadership across #foodservice and #CPG, most recently as CMO of Marco's Pizza (Marco's Franchising, LLC). https://t.co/PhD0VGe4bo
qsrmagazine.com
Portillo’s, the one-of-a-kind restaurant concept known for its menu of Chicago-style favorites, announced the appointment of Denise Lauer as Chief Marketing Officer (CMO), effective September 22,...
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New Episode! "It’s Bigger Than Biscuits: Roland Gonzalez, CEO of Church’s Chicken, on Expansion, Philanthropy, and Culture" Roland Gonzalez, CEO of Church’s Chicken, shares how he’s leading one of t… Player links & show notes:
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Leadership update: TD has named Chris Ward as its first-ever Head of U.S. Small Business Banking. As Chris himself said: “Every big business was a small business at one point. How can we help them grow?” https://t.co/XckoaMEife
bankingdive.com
Chris Ward joined TD last year after seven years at Bank of America. Now he takes on a new role, for him and TD, as its head of U.S. small business.
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Big news in the restaurant world: Moe's is going international for the first time, rebranding as Moe’s Casa Mexicana as part of a 45-unit development deal in India. https://t.co/0TAI0jccQj
#Hospitality #Restaurants #Franchising #GlobalExpansion
qsrmagazine.com
Moe’s is going international for the first time. The Mexican chain, operated by parent company GoTo Foods, will land in India within the next 45-60 days as part of a 45-unit master franchise develo...
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Lower rates could mean a massive wave of M&A and IPO activity ahead. With the Fed expected to cut rates as soon as September, investment banks may find themselves entering one of the most active dealmaking environments in recent years. https://t.co/IROHiSHlKq
thestreet.com
M&A and IPO activity could see a further surge in coming quarters.
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New Episode! "Never Trust a Skinny CEO: Rob Lynch of Shake Shack on Hustle, Culture, and Community" Rob Lynch, CEO of Shake Shack, shares his journey from washing dishes at age five to leading one o… Player links & show notes:
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Rob Lynch of Shake Shack shares his journey, leadership tips, and how community drives the brand's success.
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Big leadership news in the restaurant world: Andy Wiederhorn has officially returned as CEO of FAT Brands Inc. Wiederhorn is set to refocus the company on organic expansion, targeted acquisitions, manufacturing growth, and digital sales acceleration. https://t.co/KUJCTBETvC
restaurantdive.com
The shift in leadership comes after the U.S. Department of Justice dropped fraud charges against Fat Brands and Wiederhorn in July.
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