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Take-Away with Sam Oches

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Domino's Pizza
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Ziggi's Coffee
Customer Engagement
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Catering
Philly Pretzel Factory
Healthy Eating
Covid-19
Tony Roma's
AI and Robotics
Beverage Innovation
Customer Experience
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Nothing Bundt Cakes

Hosted by Nation’s Restaurant News’ editor in chief, Take-Away with Sam Oches features interviews with CEOs and founders of restaurant companies big and small, sharing their stories and ideas for the future but also real, tangible insights for how to innovate in our foodservice future. Each episode of Take-Away with Sam Oches provides key take-aways from Oches’ interviews, with on-the-go observati... more

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In this episode of Take-Away with Sam Oches, Sam talks with Andrea Cherng, chief brand officer at Panda Restaurant Group, parent company of Panda Express, which has more than 2,600 locations in the U.S. that pull in more than $6 billion in sales annu... more

In this episode of Take-Away with Sam Oches, Sam talks with Mark Davis, CEO of Black Rock Coffee Bar, a beverage brand that has grown to around 200 locations in seven states in its 18 years. The team at Black Rock believes they have a differentiated ... more

In this episode of Take-Away with Sam Oches, Sam talks with Chad Moutray, Senior Vice President of Research and Chief Economist for the National Restaurant Association, the largest trade organization representing restaurants in the U.S. Chad joined S... more

In this episode of Take-Away with Sam Oches, Sam talks with Michael Montagano, CEO of Dog Haus, a California-based concept serving high-quality burgers, brats, and hot dogs at 60 locations around the country. While Dog Haus has been around now for 16... more

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Mark Davis
CEO of Black Rock Coffee Bar
Black Rock Coffee Bar
Episode: Black Rock Coffee Bar CEO’s tips on winning in the booming beverage category
Chad Moutray
Senior VP of Research and Chief Economist for the National Restaurant Association
National Restaurant Association
Episode: A leading economist on consumer trends, labor, and reasons to be optimistic
Michael Montagano
CEO of Dog Haus
Dog Haus
Episode: Dog Haus CEO on how unique new franchise model will accelerate growth
Lance Juhas
Co-CEO of Piada Italian Street Food
Piada Italian Street Food
Episode: Piada’s co-CEO on why now is the time to grow — 16 years after launch
Sam Polk
Founder and CEO of Everytable
Everytable
Episode: Everytable’s founder on the keys to keeping prices low
Ahsan Jiva
Executive Vice President of Strategy and Transformation at Mellow Mushroom
Mellow Mushroom
Episode: Mellow Mushroom’s EVP on transforming the pizza experience
Steve Kislow
CEO, Firebirds Wood Fired Grill
Firebirds Wood Fired Grill
Episode: Firebirds CEO Steve Kislow on the tools beyond price that create value
Kevin Miles
CEO, Mendocino Farms
Mendocino Farms
Episode: Mendocino Farms CEO and CMO on building the future of fast casual
Alicia Mowder
Chief Marketing Officer, Mendocino Farms
Mendocino Farms
Episode: Mendocino Farms CEO and CMO on building the future of fast casual

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Sam Oches
Host of the show and editor-in-chief at Nation's Restaurant News, focused on leaders in restaurant brands and growth strategies.

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Black Rock Coffee Bar CEO’s tips on winning in the booming beverage category
Q: What drove the decision to go public, and what advice would you give others contemplating an IPO?
The decision was rooted in exceptional, replicable performance, strong unit economics, and a capable internal team that can sustain growth publicly; the advice is to have a model that scales, a team that buys into the long-term goals, and to expect unforgiving scrutiny from investors.
Black Rock Coffee Bar CEO’s tips on winning in the booming beverage category
Q: Tell me about Black Rock's lobby strategy and why you added a lobby to so many locations.
The lobby creates a more engaging environment with furniture, lighting, and music, enabling customers to sit, relax, and interact with hospitable baristas, which builds loyalty and differentiates the brand beyond drive-thru convenience.
Mellow Mushroom’s EVP on transforming the pizza experience
Q: Why keep dining rooms in a shift toward off-premise?
Dining rooms are essential for human connection and community, and off-premise should complement, not replace, the hospitality and relationship-building that happen in-restaurant.
Mellow Mushroom’s EVP on transforming the pizza experience
Q: How do you balance value with experience in the pizza category?
By offering barbell pricing for beverages and crafting experiences that are memorable beyond price, including unique store environments and family-friendly, experiential touches like plush toys for kids, while maintaining high-quality food and service.
Mellow Mushroom’s EVP on transforming the pizza experience
Q: What can you do now that you couldn't before, especially from a real estate perspective?
The FastFind model allows Mellow Mushroom to enter trade areas with smaller footprints and a consistent experience, enabling growth in markets where a full-size location isn't feasible, while preserving the brand's core identity.

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This show features interviews with CEOs, founders, and senior executives in the restaurant and foodservice space, focusing on growth strategies, brand transformation, operational discipline, and the role of culture and guest experience in scaling concepts. Episodes typically explore how brands differentiate beyond price, leverage technology and data, and balance rapid expansion with maintaining quality and identity. Noteworthy patterns include leadership lessons from turnaround efforts, franchising and unit economics, and how hospitality and community-focused programs drive long-term value. The format often pairs practical takeaways with actionable insights for operators, marketers, and investors looking to navigate a rapidly evolving dinin... more

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4. Lance Juhas
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