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FULL COMP: The Voice of the Restaurant Industry Revolution

Josh Kopel
Restaurant Industry
Hospitality Industry
Restaurant Marketing
Customer Experience
Restaurant Management
Leadership
Restaurant Profitability
Hospitality
Yelp
Marketing Strategies
Entrepreneurship
Profitability
Covid-19
Guest Experience
Franchising
Catering
Customer Loyalty
Loyalty Programs
Community Engagement
Fine Dining

What if I told you that the difference between struggling and thriving in the restaurant industry is just one conversation away? I’m Josh Kopel, a Michelin-awarded restaurateur who’s spent decades building blockbuster brands across every tier of dining. I know the challenges you’re facing—because I’ve been there. That’s why I created FULL COMP. Every week, I go one-on-one with the smartest minds i... more

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Recent Guests

Ellen Bennett
Founder of Hedley & Bennett apron brand, author of Dream First, Details Later
Hedley & Bennett
Episode: Leadership Is Emotional Labor: Ellen Bennett on the Personal Cost of Growth
Alan Roth
Hospitality veteran and partner in The Restaurant People
The Restaurant People
Episode: Burn It Down: Alan Roth on Quitting, Clarity, and Building It Better the Second Time
Andrew Dana
Restaurateur, founder of Call Your Mother and Timber concepts
Call Your Mother / Timber
Episode: Question Everything You Were Taught: Andrew Dana on Rewriting the Rules of Hospitality
Patrick Noone
Marketing leader at Slim Chickens
Slim Chickens
Episode: Ads Are Losing Power in Restaurants: Patrick Noone on Building a Content Engine Instead
Jeff Fenster
Founder of Everbowl and author,
Everbowl
Episode: Brand Clarity Wins Markets: Jeff Fenster on Turning Everbowl Into a Growth Machine
Vince Wang
Founder/lead at Mustard, applying performance marketing to influencer content in hospitality
Mustard
Episode: Stop Guessing: Vince Wang on Turning Influencer Content into a Measurable Growth Engine
John Tilley
CEO/Owner, Shakey's Pizza Parlor (as discussed in episode)
Shakey's
Episode: The Experience Economy Is Back: John Tilley on Betting Big on Dining Rooms in a Delivery-First World
Scott Lawton
Co-founder of Bar Taco
Bar Taco
Episode: Experience Is the Product: Scott Lawton on Creating Lifestyle Through Hospitality
Angell Tsang
Founder/CEO of Tso Chinese Takeout, technology-driven restaurateur
Tso Chinese Takeout
Episode: Rethinking the Restaurant Model: Angell Tsang’s First-Principles Playbook for Profitable Delivery

Host

Josh Kopel
Host of FULL COMP: The Voice of the Restaurant Industry Revolution

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 166 ratings
  • Stop talking so much

    Josh - you aren’t the smartest in the room. Quit boasting about all of what you know and your accomplishments and let the people on your show TALK. Shawn Ryan is successful because he is talking less than 5% of the show. Ask more questions and let them speak instead of always adding to what they say, f me.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    chefcr28
    United States8 months ago
  • Great Podcasts!

    Insightful and impactful conversations, always great to tune in. Josh is a treat to listen to!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CT DES
    Philippines4 years ago
  • Entertaining, insightful, and actionable! 🔥

    Whether you’re well established as a restauranteur or just getting started carving out a profitable niche that’s ready to grow, this is a must-listen podcast for you! Josh does an incredible job leading conversations that cover a huge breadth of topics related to the ins and outs of building a thriving business you can be proud of with leaders who’ve actually experienced success themselves. Highly recommend listening and subscribing!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ASobering
    United States5 years ago
  • Today’s episode needs fixed!!

    Hey Josh, listen to your podcast daily! Today’s most recent show needs edited badly. The clips run over each other so everyone is talking at the same time and then long silent pauses! Other than that, this podcast is great!!

    Love it. Great guest, very pertinent info.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cosmicnic6
    United States5 years ago
  • Josh!!

    Josh you are just awesome! Thanks so much for a fun interview! Keep the faith! Stay safe! Max

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    chicknmax
    United States5 years ago

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Real, authentic, and motivating—great for restaurant leaders and teams.
Josh is a treat to listen to, with engaging guests and practical takeaways.
Listeners appreciate actionable insights and the host's candid leadership style.
Insightful and impactful conversations, always great to tune in.

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Burn It Down: Alan Roth on Quitting, Clarity, and Building It Better the Second Time
Q: How has your approach to decision-making changed since moving from a single-venue mindset to a consortium of concepts?
The approach shifted to a methodical, group-driven process—we dissect every opportunity, evaluate geographic fit, concept alignment, and competitive dynamics, and only proceed when all five partners are aligned and feel good about the outcome.
Burn It Down: Alan Roth on Quitting, Clarity, and Building It Better the Second Time
Q: What drew you to join the Restaurant People and pursue opportunities in Miami specifically?
I wanted to join a group that would let me re-enter the business without starting from ground zero, leverage existing assets, and collaborate with partners who shared a vision for creating compelling, multifaceted venues.
Leadership Is Emotional Labor: Ellen Bennett on the Personal Cost of Growth
Q: How did coaching and mentorship shape your path as a leader?
Coaching and honest feedback were pivotal. Bennett emphasizes having people around you who tell you the truth, help identify blind spots, and push you to pivot. When formal coaching isn't available, she advocates seeking mentorship from higher-performing peers. This support network is portrayed as essential to growth.
Leadership Is Emotional Labor: Ellen Bennett on the Personal Cost of Growth
Q: What was the vision for Headline Bennett and how did pricing come into play?
Bennett explains that the brand's vision extended beyond aprons, focusing on capability to inspire confidence and drive action. Pricing followed a philosophy of valuing quality and collaboration with customers; she listened to needs, educated customers, and insisted on high-quality materials and design, which justified premium pricing and built long-term value.
Brand Clarity Wins Markets: Jeff Fenster on Turning Everbowl Into a Growth Machine
Q: What inspired your personal brand and book, and how do they relate to the business?
Fenster describes leveraging relationship capital to build a platform that helps others become successful, with the book and courses serving as vehicles to scale influence and growth for his ventures.

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This show focuses on the restaurant industry's most pressing growth, culture, and operations questions, featuring high-profile operators, chefs, and industry leaders who share real-world lessons on scaling, team leadership, culture, and brand-building. Across episodes, topics frequently center on preserving culture during expansion, creating communities around brands, empowering staff through innovative governance, and leveraging technology and data to drive profitability. Notable throughlines include balancing growth with authenticity, the power of purpose-driven storytelling, and practical frameworks for improving operations, marketing, and guest experience. A standout aspect is the emphasis on people-first leadership and community engage... more

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