Restaurant Leaders Unplugged
Real conversations with the people transforming the restaurant industry—from the inside out.
Restaurant Leaders Unplugged goes beyond the headlines to bring you raw, insightful, and inspiring interviews with the most respected founders, operators, and executives in hospitality.
Hosted by Sebastian Stahl, former restaurant operator turned growth strategist and founder of Breadth Marketing, this podcast is where real operators get real about what it takes to build brands that last.
If you're tired of surface-level chatter and want to hear how industry leaders are actually navigating growth, tech, culture, and private event revenue—this is the show for you.
You’ll learn how to:
- Build restaurant brands that guests (and staff) love
- Scale without losing your soul or your culture
- Use tech and automation without killing hospitality
- Create “guest-for-life” experiences that drive revenue
- Convert more private event leads without paid ads
No fluff. No hype. Just unplugged conversations with the minds behind the brands.
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Restaurant Leaders Unplugged
#9 Building Resilience and Community: Katie Rooney's Journey from Sushi Lounge to Success
In this episode of the Restaurant Leaders Unplugged Podcast, host Sebastian Stahl sits down with Katie Rooney, co-owner of Sushi Lounge in San Diego. Katie shares her inspiring journey, from starting in the hospitality industry as a teenager to building a thriving sushi restaurant brand. She opens up about the challenges of entrepreneurship, the importance of community involvement, and the leadership lessons she's learned along the way. Tune in to hear how Katie balances business growth with staying true to her values and creating a lasting impact in her community.
Restaurant Leaders Unplugged with Sebastian Stahl
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