Restaurant Podcast
Dana Delivers
Dana Delivers is a restaurant- and franchise-industry focused podcast featuring guests from some of the leading and most well-known restaurant and franchise brands in the country. In each episode, Dana Zukofsky sits down for one-on-one chats with successful restaurateurs and leaders in the restaurant and franchise world. In addition to discussing industry trends, each episode serves up inspiring stories of innovation, perseverance and fearless vision.
Dana Delivers: Tom Cook, From Fryer to Franchise
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Dana is joined by Tom Cook of Pacific Bells. Tom shares a bit of his journey that took him from working the fryer at a Taco Bell to the founder and CEO of a company that owns over 200 Taco Bell franchises, as well as a few bits of invaluable advice for anyone wondering when and how to buy into a franchise opportunity.
On the importance of defining success
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Dana is joined by Elizabeth Tilton, founder and CEO of Oyster Sunday, a game-changing business that helps independent restaurants and small food businesses with pretty much everything except cooking the food. Their inspiring and wide-ranging conversation starts at Elizabeth’s beginnings, how she found her niche, and how important it is to define success if you want to achieve it. Listen in to find out how Elizabeth uses a holistic, data-driven approach to construct bespoke solutions for clients across every corner of the food service and hospitality industry.
The Business of Alternative Beverage
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Emily Heintz talks about her company Sèchey and the growing market for alcohol alternatives.
Restaurant Entrepreneurship with Jason Berry
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In this episode, Dana is joined by Jason Berry from KNEAD Hospitality + Design, a DC-based family of restaurants ranging from bakeries to steakhouses. Listen to them discuss how Berry got where he is and what the future holds for KNEAD.
Seeking Emerging Brands and Top Talent
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In this episode, Dana is joined by Helen Lao, CEO and founder of ClearPath Solutions, to talk about new, emerging brands, the latest trends, and the importance of reaching out to leaders in the industry.
The Business of Giving Back
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In this episode of Dana Delivers, Andrew Glantz, founder and CEO of GiftAMeal shares his story of giving back to the community, the benefits of doing so with GiftAMeal, and the real issues surrounding food insecurity.
The Global Market & Its Effect on Restaurants
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In this episode, Dana and John Goldasich discuss the current state of the economy as well as the future of the market. Join them as they talk about the innovative ways restaurants are handling these uncertain times using creative strategies.
What New Things Are Restaurants Doing to Stand Out?
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In this episode, Dana talks to Kyle Gerstner, who owns nine Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers franchises, about his acquisition of Rock N’ Roll Sushi, the current state of the labor market, automation in restaurants, and more. Listen as they discuss what’s up and coming in the industry right now.
Predicting the Future of the Restaurant Business
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In this episode of Dana Delivers, John Hamburger, discusses the state of the economy and how it relates to the restaurant industry. Tune in to hear more about rising labor and capital costs, lack of labor availability, and what the future looks like as generational change occurs and technology becomes more integrated into newer restaurant brands.
Places (& Food) to Love with Samantha Brown
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In this episode, Dana joins Samantha Brown, host of the PBS show Places to Love, to discuss unique destinations worth traveling to, how to find local and underappreciated talent, and the heart and soul behind owning a restaurant.
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