In this episode of the None of Your Business podcast, host interviews Wing Lam, the mastermind behind Wahoos Tacos. Wing shares the dramatic impact COVID-19 had on his business, causing a staggering 85% drop in revenue and a significant reduction in employees. Faced with excess food, Wing began delivering meals to local hospitals, which evolved into the California Love Drop initiative, supported by brands like Monster Energy and Cliff Bar. Wing discusses his journey in the restaurant industry, the struggle to maintain consistency, the challenges of scaling, and his philosophy on community collaboration. Despite the uncertainties, Wing emphasizes the importance of giving back and taking a business approach to solving nonprofit challenges, ultimately reshaping how people view charitable organizations.
00:00 Impact of COVID on Business
00:58 Introduction to Wing Lamb and Wahoos Tacos
01:42 The Journey of Wahoos Tacos
02:36 Challenges and Strategies in the Restaurant Business
08:17 Scaling the Business
11:13 Navigating Difficult Times and Collaboration
12:12 Community Impact and Nonprofit Work
19:34 Concluding Thoughts and Appreciation
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