In this episode, Sebastian Stahl sits down with Troy Hooper, CEO of Hot Palette America and the driving force behind Pepper Lunch’s expansion in North America. With 30 years in hospitality, Troy shares his hard-earned insights on what it really takes to build successful restaurant brands.
From transforming distressed assets to leading high-growth franchises, Troy breaks down his approach to leadership, team-building, and scaling without losing control of your business. This conversation is packed with practical strategies for restaurant owners looking to grow their operations while maintaining quality and culture.
🔥 What you’ll learn:
- How to scale a restaurant brand while keeping your standards intact
- The importance of empowering teams to run the business effectively
- Key leadership traits that drive long-term success in the industry
- Why building a brand people can connect with is your biggest asset
If you're looking to learn from someone who's been in the trenches and scaled businesses the right way, this episode is a goldmine.
🎧 Listen now and get ready to level up your restaurant strategy.
Restaurant Leaders Unplugged with Sebastian Stahl
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