The accidental franchisor: Eddie Flores Jr. kicks off Restaurant Franchising & Innovation Summit with candid look at L&L Hawaiian Barbecue

Eddie Flores Jr. transitioned from real estate to become the franchisor of L&L Hawaiian Barbecue, building a legacy based on the "aloha spirit" and family values that has grown into a leading international restaurant chain.

How smarter inventory practices can reduce waste, protect restaurant margins

by Joe Hannon — General Manager, Inventory & Purchasing, Restaurant365

By implementing consistent receiving procedures, dynamic par levels and integrated financial tracking, restaurant operators can gain the real-time visibility necessary to reduce food waste and protect profit margins against rising costs.

Fueling growth from 1 cup to 100+ locations

Brandon Knudsen, co-founder and CEO of Ziggi’s Coffee, shares critical advice on how he bootstrapped Ziggi's from a single coffee shop to more than 100 locations across 22 states.

Measuring the impact of culture change in the workplace

by Jim Knight — Founder & CEO, Knight Speaker

To successfully transform company culture, organizations must move beyond mission statements by tracking specific metrics — such as engagement, turnover and productivity — while utilizing consistent feedback loops and data-driven tools to ensure the shift drives both employee satisfaction and business results.