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Mar 2024
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What Strategies Fuelled Bastard Burgers'...

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Welcome back to the Food Service Growth Show! In this episode, we delve deep into the phenomenal success story of Bastard Burgers with none other than Simon Wanler, the CEO and Co-founder. This episode is all about-  What strategies fueled Bastard Burger's journey to 75+ locations?

Join us as Simon Wanler takes us on an exhilarating journey, unraveling the mysteries behind Bastard Burgers' extraordinary growth. From the conception of its name to navigating the challenges of rapid expansion, every aspect of Bastard Burgers' success story is laid bare.

Prepare to uncover the secrets behind the meteoric rise of this groundbreaking restaurant chain.

In this episode, they will discuss...
✅ How Bastard Burgers Got Its Name?
✅ Why a Niche Concept Draws a Huge Crowd?
✅ Bastard Burgers Rise to 75 Units in 6 Years
✅ How Bastard Burgers Managed Rapid Growth?
✅ How Bastard Burgers Created a Hype Around The Brand?
✅ How Bastard Burgers Navigated The Pain of Scaling?
✅ How Sales Trends Are Shifting in Response to The Economic Climate?
✅ How Bastard Burgers Works Towards Achieving Its Goals?
✅ The Biggest Learning as a CEO!!
✅ How Will the F&B Industry Evolve in The Next Five Years?

Together with Carl Jacobs, Simon Wanler shares the fascinating story behind Bastard Burgers' rise to the top. From how they came up with their unique name to why people can't get enough of their food, we'll cover it all.

Find out how Bastard Burgers went from one small location to a whopping 75 units in just six years. Discover the smart strategies Simon and his team used to handle such fast growth. And yes, it includes every strategy, from managing their restaurants efficiently to planning everything carefully.

Simon will also tell us about the challenges they faced and how they overcame them. Learn about the cool marketing tricks that made Bastard Burgers a household name and got everyone talking about them.

In a world where things are always changing, understanding what customers want is super important. Simon will explain how Bastard Burgers keeps up with the latest trends to stay successful.

We'll also hear about the values that drive Bastard Burgers and what Simon has learned as CEO. Plus, we'll get a sneak peek into what the future holds for the food industry.

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