Food on Demand

Episode 37: AI Restaurant Use Cases + Deborah Matteliano of Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Dec 19, 2024

Deborah Matteliano, Global Head of Amazon Web Services discusses how AI, predictive ordering, and chatbots are transforming the restaurant industry, plus dives into the future role of tech in hospitality. She also shares valuable, actionable leadership tips for women in tech, focusing on confidence, resilience, and...

Episode 36: Wonder Buys Grubhub + Andrew Garfrerick of Papa Johns

Dec 5, 2024

Andrew dives into Papa John’s hybrid delivery strategy, how the brand leverages technology to adapt to new generations in a competitive pizza market, and explores the future of pizza delivery innovations.

Episode 35: Starship Robots in Minnesota + Christine Schindler of PathSpot

Nov 21, 2024

Christine Schindler, CEO and Cofounder of PathSpot, discusses the complexity of food safety in today’s omnichannel restaurant environment and how she created a tech solution for real-time monitoring to reduce the risk of foodborne illnesses.

Episode 34: Perkins Gets With the Times + Gracie Prasanson of Jason’s Deli

Nov 7, 2024

In this episode, Gracie Prasanson, VP of Sales at Jason’s Deli, discusses how the brand continues to excel in off-premises operations. She dives deep into catering, sharing best practices for this growing sector, and highlights how technology and a hybrid delivery fleet can help scale your on-demand business.

Episode 33: Sidewalk Delivery Robots Ramp Up + Sabin Lomac of Cousins Maine Lobster

Oct 24, 2024

In this episode, we explore Cousins Maine Lobster—a leader in the food truck and brick-and-mortar space. Co-founder Sabin Lomac shares insights from their Shark Tank experience that helped launch the business. Discover what makes their mobile restaurant concept so successful, and tune in for invaluable advice for...