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Aug 2024
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Key Strategies That Turned Hawaii Poké i...

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About this episode

Welcome to yet another insightful episode of the Food Service Growth Show! In this exciting episode, we're thrilled to have Carl Jacobs, CEO of Apicbase, in conversation with Aaron Colman, CEO of Hawaii Poké. This episode delves deep into the key strategies that have propelled Hawaii Poké from its humble beginnings to becoming a powerhouse in the Swedish restaurant scene.

They will talk about...
✅ The Humble Beginning of Hawaii Poké
✅ How Innovative Thinking Grew a Single Restaurant into a Chain
✅ How Hawaii Poké Navigated the Challenges of the Early Days
✅ How Hawaii Poké Grew from a Single Restaurant to 22 Locations
✅ How to Strategise Growth Based on Diverse Restaurant Experiences
✅ How to Shift Focus from Operations to Business Strategy
✅ How Hawaii Poké Stands Out From the Competition
✅ How Technology Influences Operations in the F&B Industry
✅ How to Optimise Operations to Offset Rising Food Costs
✅ Top Learnings That Drive Success in the F&B Industry

The journey of Hawaii Poké began with a single, modest restaurant, and in this video, Aaron Colman shares the fascinating story of how innovative thinking and a commitment to quality helped transform that single location into a thriving chain. 

He will recount the early days of Hawaii Poké, shedding light on the challenges faced and the strategies employed to overcome them. From navigating the growing pains of a new venture to scaling up operations, Aaron offers a behind-the-scenes look at the evolution of Hawaii Poké.

We'll explore how Hawaii Poké expanded from its original location to an impressive network of 22 restaurants. Aaron provides valuable insights into the strategic decisions that fueled this remarkable growth. 

He emphasizes the importance of leveraging diverse restaurant experiences to inform and drive growth strategies. You'll find actionable takeaways on how to strategize growth effectively.

A key theme of the conversation is the shift in focus from day-to-day operations to broader business strategy. Aaron discusses how Hawaii Poké has managed this transition and the impact it has had on the brand's success. He highlights how a clear strategic vision can lead to sustained growth and competitive advantage in the restaurant industry.

Hawaii Poké stands out from the competition in several ways, and Aaron shares the unique elements that differentiate the brand. He also discusses how technology plays a crucial role in the food and beverage industry, influencing operations and customer experiences. From optimizing operations to offset rising food costs, technology has become an essential tool in Hawaii Poké's arsenal.

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