In this episode of the Restaurant and Retail Revel(ations) podcast, Revel Systems Chief Strategy Officer Chris Lybeer returns to the guest seat to explore how far the industry has come in the way of technology innovation, key questions merchants are faced with today, and what lies ahead in the increasingly complex space of order management software. Restaurant technology acceleration has only gained momentum in recent years, and there is more information than ever for restaurant and retail operators to consider when reviewing what solutions will best meet the needs of their consumers and fit t ..read more

In this episode of the Restaurant and Retail Revel(ations) podcast, Pepper Lunch CEO of the North American division Troy Hooper explains what teppanyaki means, especially within the context of DIY fast food. Whether you’re wondering, “are teppanyaki and hibachi the same?” or “where did Pepper Lunch originate from?” you won’t want to miss Troy’s insights. From hot, sizzling plates of made-to-order food to strategic tech innovation, Pepper Lunch takes a multi-pronged approach to distinguish itself among the best fast casual restaurants in the marketplace. Listen now for more ..read more

Many people take their pizza very seriously. Ask anyone whether pineapple and pizza are a match made in heaven or a culinary abomination, or pit a defender of Detroit-style pizza against a Chicago-style evangelist. While Midwest pizza chain Dewey’s Pizza doesn’t take a hard stance on regional pizza styles, they offer a playful take on classics and seasonally-inspired pies with a common ingredient requirement: quality. In this episode of the Restaurant and Retail Revel(ations) podcast, Revel co-hosts Julie and Sydney talk with Dave Roush, director of operations for the pizzeria brand. Through a ..read more

As we come to 2023’s close, podcast co-hosts Julie and Sydney reflect on a year of new episodes. A few common topics emerged from this year’s content, including artificial intelligence restaurant applications, labor trends and innovative restaurant technology. In this episode, hear clips on these topics from featured guests from some of our most streamed content throughout 2023. A new year is sure to bring its share of job market trends, new restaurant technology trends and retail best practices. Subscribe to Restaurant and Retail Revel(ations) wherever you get your podcasts so you never miss ..read more

Tune in to episode 45 of the Restaurant and Retail Revel(ations) podcast to hear from Michael Keller, president and CEO of Jeremiah’s Italian Ice, about the brand’s strategic roadmap, its recent accolades and takeaways from the annual Frog Squad Summit. You’ll want to listen to the end for a fun fact about Michael connecting two whimsical animals with surprisingly relevant career lessons ..read more

Restaurant365 Solutions Engineer Rich Sweeney (of Top Chef fame!) explores how the right tech stack can answer the following question for restaurants: How can we make your life easier? From data insights into the factors driving restaurant profits and losses to new artificial intelligence (AI) tools, R365 has some amazing solutions available for today’s busy operators. Don’t miss this episode of the Restuarant and Retail Revel(ations) podcast for more on the value of seamless tech integration for restaurateurs ..read more

In this episode of Restaurant and Retail Revel(ations) we hear from not one, but two of the leaders at Gusto!, a scaling Atlanta-based fast casual restaurant chain. Founder Nate Hybl and VP of Operations Richmond Green explore a wide range of topics, from tech integrations for customer loyalty and online ordering, to menu innovation, and beyond. Listen now for insights into the cool developments afoot at this dynamic brand ..read more

Revel Enterprise Products Director Wajih Rahman joins us in the guest seat to discuss some of the biggest pain points Revel is trying to solve for restaurant and retail operators today. With over six years of experience working with enterprise clients at Revel, Wajih shares what makes stakeholders lean forward in their chairs when weighing Revel against competitors. Here's a hint: Revel's cloud-native architecture typically tops the list ..read more

Lucas Bertini, Sr. Director of Payments Strategy & Operations at Revel, joins us in the guest seat for episode 19. Tune in to learn how Lucas and his team drive payment technology innovation at Revel, paired with his fresh take on the most exciting trends in the space. As a self-proclaimed payments enthusiast, Lucas also offers advice to merchants who are in the process of selecting their own payments technology ..read more

2021—what a year! Thanks for joining team Revel as we embarked on a journey into podcasting this year. We look forward to spotlighting even more industry movers and shakers in the new year and sharing their stories, insights, and advice with you. Thanks for tuning in, and check back soon for new episodes in 2022 ..read more