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Hosted by Nick Portillo · business · EN · 130 episodes
Nick Portillo shares with you the things he has learned on his own journey of building a successful business in the food service industry.
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Signup to Generate a PitchNick Portillo shares with you the things he has learned on his own journey of building a successful business in the food service industry.
Titans of Foodservice is hosted by Nick Portillo. The show has published 130 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "What It Takes to Operate 127 QSR Restaurants with Cody Wong, CEO of CW Management Services" (17 December 2025, 30 minutes), "The Modern Playbook for Foodservice Brands to Master Media with Kate Finley, Founder of Belle Communication" (5 December 2025, 36 minutes), and "Operational Excellence with David Youngberg, CEO of Stonefire Grill" (28 November 2025, 34 minutes).
Titans of Foodservice publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 29 minutes across 130 episodes.
Booking probability for Titans of Foodservice is 25%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Titans of Foodservice requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Titans of Foodservice's contact route on record: verified email.
The strongest fits for Titans of Foodservice are Restaurants and Business & Management Consulting. Titans of Foodservice has a business audience.
Nick Portillo hosts Titans of Foodservice, a business show with 130 episodes published.
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Episode #130
<p>This week, Nick Portillo catches up with Cody Wong, CEO of CW Management Services. With oversight of more than 120 franchise locations, Cody breaks down the operational strategies that fuel scalable growth...
Episode #129
<p>Foodservice operators are embracing fresh, innovative marketing strategies that are essential for staying relevant and successful in today’s consumer landscape.</p><p>This week, Nick Portillo sits down with Kate...
Episode #128
<p>In this episode, host Nick Portillo speaks with David Youngberg, CEO of Stonefire Grill, for an insightful conversation about the vast opportunities in the food service industry. Drawing on a career that spans more...
Episode #127
<p>This week, Nick sits down with Alison Patt, President and CEO of Thomas Cuisine, to explore how food can be a powerful catalyst for both personal and professional transformation.</p><p>Alison shares her inspiring...
Episode #126
<p>This week, join us as we explore the culinary and leadership journey of Chef Franck, shaped by Brittany roots and Michelin-starred mentorship. From top kitchens to luxury hotel boardrooms, he shares insights on...
Episode #125
<p>This week, Nick explores the diverse paths to financial success in the food service industry, emphasizing that the key lies in identifying a single, effective approach. His guest, Shawn Walchef, a leading voice in...
Episode #124
<p>In this episode of Titans of Foodservice, host Nick Portillo sits down with Emily Reeves, Vice President of Capital Solutions at Bridge, to unpack the financial strategies every foodservice founder needs to...
Episode #123
<p>In this episode, Nick Portillo dives into one of the industry’s toughest challenges: staffing and employee retention. He is joined by Luke Fryer, founder and CEO of Harri, a platform built to tackle these exact...
Episode #122
<p>In this episode, Nick Portillo welcomes Michael Spinner, VP of Global Frozen Foods for a discussion on the diverse revenue streams within the food service industry. A trailblazer in the produce sector, Michael shares...
Episode #121
<p>In this episode, Nick Portillo welcomes Oli Ostertag, General Manager at PAR Technologies Operator Cloud. Together, they dive into one of the biggest shifts shaking up the industry: the rise of appetite-suppressing...
Episode #120
<p>In this episode, Nick Portillo sits down with Ryan Staniscavage, president of First Pick Produce, for an in-depth look at the fresh produce supply chain. Ryan breaks down how factors like weather impact pricing and...
Episode #119
<p>In this episode, Nick Portillo and guest Ashley Hatfield, Senior Director of Ag Services North America at Lamb Weston, explore the surprising number of ways the humble French fry can drive revenue in the food service...
Episode #118
<p>In this episode of Titans of Foodservice, host Nick Portillo explores the remarkable journey of Brian Hofmeier, Vice President of J.T.M Food Group, whose leadership has transformed the company’s food service division...
Episode #117
<p>In this episode of Titans of Foodservice, host Nick Portillo dives into the proven strategies behind successfully expanding food brands into new markets. Nick unpacks the essential steps brokers take to drive growth...
Episode #116
<p>With over 90,000 restaurants and a population of more than 40 million, the Golden State offers a dynamic and diverse market that’s as competitive as it is promising.</p><p>This week, Nick unpacks key strategies to...
Episode #115
<p>In this week’s episode, Nick sits down with Alex Strauch, CEO & Founder of Conza—a brand that’s making waves with their high-quality sourdough breadcrumbs. Together, they dive into the challenges of food service...
Episode #114
<p>This week, Nick Portillo welcomes David Garascia, General Manager of Food Service at Bell Brands, to explore how to grow a food service business within a retail-driven company. David shares strategies for building...
Episode #113
<p>This week, Nick is breaking down why so many food brokers fail early on — and what you can do to avoid the same mistakes.</p><p>It’s not about bad sales skills. The real issues come from not understanding how to run...
Episode #112
<p>Nick explores the “force multiplier” effect—an elite military strategy—and how it applies to sales in the food service industry, this week on the Titans of Foodservice podcast. By building scalable systems, training...
Episode #111
<p>There are many ways to generate revenue in the food service industry. This week, Nick talks about the power of choosing one clear, effective strategy. Drawing from personal experience as a food broker, he shares...
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