Start to Finish: What Inspires Execs

The fast casual opened a restaurant in the middle of the pandemic.

This is a time when we need leaders trying to understand.

"The heart of who we are is that we serve organic fruits and vegetable

"We have to adapt rapidly. And we are poised and ready for that."

What Inspires Salata President Michelle Bythewood

The core of marketing is that connection in the community, she says.

How the growing brand's leader is turning the barbecue industry on its head.

Niven always thought she would become a lawyer. But lucky for the quick-serve industry, she caught the food bug.

What inspires the CEO and founder of growing Smoke’s Poutinerie.

The fast casual's 'chief troublemaker' is out to create the biggest and baddest Indian food brand.

Cofounder and CEO Kim Malek shares why Salt & Straw's community first, artisanal approach continues to gain momentum.

'I’m still as passionate today as I was the day I started.'

Passion, respect, integrity, diversity, and excellence define the culture at the class pretzel brand.

The company's 10-year vision is to have 500 locations and $750 million in system-wide sales.

The National Restaurant Association CEO is one of the industry's most powerful people. Learn how she got to this position.