ON THE DELO: Arizona Restaurant & Hospitality Stories

David "The DELO" DeLorenzo
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Step inside ON THE DELO Podcast: Arizona Restaurant & Hospitality Stories. Hosted by David “DeLo” DeLorenzo—entrepreneur, insurance expert, and connector of people—this show dives deep into conversations with chefs, restaurateurs, brewers, and creators shaping the industry. Beyond business, DeLo explores health, mindset and community, exploring what it really takes to thrive in hospitality and in life. This podcast is here to help you get connected, stay protected, and keep growing. Subscribe now and join a community where hospitality, health, and hustle come together.

  1. 3d ago

    Exceptional Vibes: Events, Community & Marketing with Johann Warnholtz | EP225

    What does it take to create an event people remember? In EP225 of On The Delo, Delo sits down with Johann Warnholtz, Chief Vibes Officer of Exceptional Vibe, for a real conversation about building community, creating meaningful experiences, and betting on yourself in Greater Phoenix. Johann shares how a childhood around endurance races, years of event and marketing work, and a love for Arizona’s food-and-beverage scene shaped Exceptional Vibe. From the risk of selling tickets in a last-minute market to designing events that give vendors real one-on-one connection, this episode is packed with practical perspective for operators, marketers, and anyone building something you want people to show up for. Chapter Guide (Timestamps) (0:00 - 1:41) Welcome, the Exceptional Vibe Name, and a One-Person Business (1:41 - 6:02) Endurance Sports, Race Lab, and Finding a Love for Events (6:02 - 9:05) From Freelance Marketing to Phoenix Magazine (9:05 - 11:52) The First Exceptional Vibe Events and Tempe Checkpoints (11:52 - 15:53) Launching Exceptional Vibe and Building Its Marketing Side (15:53 - 18:49) The Risk of Events, Last-Minute Tickets, and Self-Funding Growth (18:49 - 22:50) Brunch Fest, Soup Fest, and Following Event Potential (22:50 - 26:42) Vendor Value, Foodie Audiences, and Turning Attention Into ROI (26:42 - 30:43) Event Flow, Music, Seating, and Interactive Experiences (30:43 - 34:29) Arizona Community, Local Restaurants, and the Agency Vision (34:29 - 38:51) Exercise, Focus, and Rapid Fire (38:51 - 42:22) What’s Next for Exceptional Vibe and Delo’s Close 👉 If this conversation about events, marketing, and building community resonated with you, hit Subscribe for more honest conversations on hospitality, business, and mindset. 💬 Drop your biggest takeaway in the comments, then share this episode with a local operator, marketer, or community builder who is ready to create a better experience. 🌐 Learn more about Exceptional Vibe: https://www.exceptionalvibe.com/ 💼 Connect with Johann Warnholtz on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johann-warnholtz-08991664 📷 Follow Exceptional Vibe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theexceptionalvibe LINKS: 🔗 Connect with Delo: https://linktr.ee/iamthedelo 📚 Grab Delo’s FREE eBook: https://iamthedelo.com/3f-method-book 🤝 Delo’s Preferred Business Service Partners: https://iamthedelo.com/connect 👥 Entrepreneur Community: https://www.builtdifferentcommunity.com 📘 Facebook: https://facebook.com/IAmTheDelo 📷 Instagram: https://instagram.com/iamthedelo 💼 LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/daviddelorenzo1 🍽️ Restaurant Resources: https://www.runningrestaurants.com/subscribe   DISCOUNT CODE: DeLo2025

  2. Aug 9

    15 Years of PV Burger: Building a Cult Following with Grit, Quality & By Staying Independent | EP224

    What started with a Craigslist ad and a love of food turned into one of Arizona’s most recognizable independent burger spots. In Episode 224 of On The Delo, Delo sits down with Bret Shapiro, Chef/Owner of Paradise Valley Burger Company, to talk about 15+ years of PV Burger, the realities of restaurant ownership, and why Bret has never been interested in following the traditional growth playbook. Bret shares the story behind taking over the original restaurant, building a loyal crew and customer base, and eventually moving PV Burger from its longtime 40th Street and Bell Road location to Scottsdale. They get into staying independent, using his own capital to grow, keeping restaurant footprints small, navigating rising costs, and the advice Bret has followed from the beginning: if something has to change, raise the price before you lower the quality. Of course, they talk burgers too—from the story behind the Burger Brulee and Paradise Burger to the TV appearances that put PV Burger in front of a national audience, including Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, Man v. Food, Guy’s Grocery Games, and Check, Please! Bret also shares what’s next, his early-morning routine, and why after 15 years in business, consistency still matters more than hype. Chapter Guide (Timestamps) (0:00 - 3:24) Welcome, Meeting Bret Shapiro, and the PV Burger Office Story (3:24 - 7:23) Origin Story: From Music to Food and a Craigslist Ad That Changed Everything (7:23 - 11:10) Losing the Lease at 40th and Bell and the Overnight Move to Scottsdale (11:10 - 14:21) Taking Care of the Crew and Whether Chefs Make Good Business Owners (14:21 - 18:03) Staying Independent, Lease Advice, and Reading Today's Arizona Market (18:03 - 20:39) Footprint, Dine-In vs. Takeout Shift, and Learning From Deluxe Burger (20:39 - 25:06) Fries, Jalapeno Ranch, and the Stories Behind the Burger Brulee and Paradise Burger (25:06 - 28:02) Life on TV: Diners Drive-Ins and Dives, Man v. Food, and Guy's Grocery Games (28:02 - 30:19) The Hardest Part of 15 Years and Why You Never Step Down on Quality (30:19 - 34:25) Morning Routine, Walking With Dad, and Changing His Relationship With Alcohol (34:25 - 35:22) What's Next: A New Sandwich Shop and Reviving Paradise Valley Pizza (35:22 - 38:23) Rapid Fire: Trucks, Scuba, Sushi, and a Month of Travel (38:23 - 39:39) Social Handles, Closing Thoughts, and Supporting Local Restaurants 👉 If you enjoyed this conversation, hit Subscribe for more conversations with the people building businesses, restaurants, and brands their own way. 💬 Drop a comment with your biggest takeaway and share this episode with someone in the restaurant or hospitality industry. 🍔 Check out Paradise Valley Burger Company at https://pvburgercompany.com/ 💼 Connect with Bret Shapiro on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bret-shapiro-5a5857176 LINKS: 🔗 Connect with Delo: https://linktr.ee/iamthedelo 📚 Grab Delo's FREE eBook: https://iamthedelo.com/3f-method-book 🤝 Delo's Preferred Business Service Partners: https://iamthedelo.com/connect 👥 Entrepreneur Community: https://www.builtdifferentcommunity.com 📘 Facebook: https://facebook.com/IAmTheDelo 📷 Instagram: https://instagram.com/iamthedelo 💼 LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/daviddelorenzo1 🍽️ Restaurant Resources: https://www.runningrestaurants.com/subscribe   DISCOUNT CODE: DeLo2025

  3. Aug 2

    Hospitality AV & Lighting Secrets + the Sunday Ticket Shakeup | EP223

    Step into Episode 223 of On The Delo as Delo sits down with longtime friend Chase Goodman, Systems Integrator at Cactus Sight and Sound, for a candid conversation about audio, video, lighting, and a change that’s about to hit sports bars hard. From car stereos and houseboats to designing high-end restaurant systems, Chase pulls back the curtain on what really makes a hospitality space feel right and warns operators about the NFL Sunday Ticket shift that could cost them thousands right before football season. This episode blends practical AV wisdom with an urgent heads-up for anyone in hospitality. Chase explains why lighting and sound matter as much as the food, why getting AV involved at the design stage saves money and headaches, and how his team hides speakers, tunes lighting to the time of day, and tailors systems to each concept.  Then the conversation turns to the big one: DirecTV’s decades-long exclusive on Sunday Ticket has ended, with commercial rights now controlled by Everpass Media—backed by Redbird Capital and the NFL’s own equity arm, 32 Equity—and moving to streaming only. Chase breaks down what that means for bandwidth, hardware, cost, and control, and why many bars may decide it’s no longer worth it. If you own or advise a bar or restaurant, this is a must-listen before the season kicks off. Chapter Guide (Timestamps) (0:16 - 2:53) Catching Up: Marriage, a New Baby, and Life at 42 (2:53 - 5:19) Origin Story: From Car Audio to Bar and Restaurant AV (5:19 - 9:55) Why Getting AV in at the Design Stage Matters (9:55 - 13:20) Lighting Done Right and the Mistakes Owners Make (13:20 - 16:46) Tiering Systems and Everything Cactus Does (16:46 - 19:44) The Team, the Shop, and 20 Years in Business (19:44 - 24:48) What’s Next: Lighting, Cameras, and Data Storage (24:48 - 34:02) The DirecTV Sunday Ticket Shakeup Explained (34:02 - 37:09) What It Costs Operators and Why It’s Happening (37:09 - 42:36) Rapid Fire and Delo’s Close 👉 If this conversation about hospitality AV and the Sunday Ticket shakeup was useful, hit Subscribe so you never miss future deep dives on running and protecting your business. 💬 Share this with a bar or restaurant owner who needs the heads-up before NFL season, and drop your biggest takeaway in the comments. 📡 And if you’re planning a build or upgrade, check out Chase’s team ay https://cactussightandsound.com. LINKS: 💼 Connect with Chase Goodman on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chase-goodman-7a12571b9 🔗 Connect with Delo: https://linktr.ee/iamthedelo 📚 Grab Delo’s FREE eBook: https://iamthedelo.com/3f-method-book 🤝 Delo’s Preferred Business Service Partners: https://iamthedelo.com/connect 👥 Entrepreneur Community: https://www.builtdifferentcommunity.com 📘 Facebook: https://facebook.com/IAmTheDelo 📷 Instagram: https://instagram.com/iamthedelo 💼 LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/daviddelorenzo1 🍽️ Restaurant Resources: https://www.runningrestaurants.com/subscribe   DISCOUNT CODE: DeLo2025 Chapter Guide (Timestamps)

  4. Jul 26

    The Revenue Stream Most Hospitality Businesses Are Missing with Samia Kohler | EP222

    Private events may be the most overlooked revenue stream in hospitality. In Episode 222 of On The Delo, Delo sits down with Samia Kohler, Founder of Event Sphere Solutions and creator of SPHERE, to explore how restaurants, bars, hotels, wineries, breweries, and event venues can unlock significant revenue through smarter private event sales. From 18 years in hospitality across France, Shanghai, Hong Kong, and now Phoenix, Samia breaks down how the right system can turn any space with four walls, food, and beverage into a revenue machine. This conversation goes deep on the difference between chasing tables and building an experience, why so many restaurants leave event revenue on the table, and how Samia built her own software after finding no CRM truly made for hospitality. She shares how her clients have seen a 189% increase in event sales, how the platform buys back 20+ hours a week, and how she built AI directly into the system so even a busy GM can capture leads around the clock without losing the human touch. If you run a restaurant, bar, or hospitality group and want a smarter way to grow revenue, this episode is packed with real, usable perspective. Chapter Guide (Timestamps) (0:00 - 2:06) Welcome and Meeting Samia Kohler (2:06 - 6:02) Hospitality Around the World: France, Shanghai, and Hong Kong (6:02 - 11:48) How She Got Into Hospitality and the Private Event Sales Gap (11:48 - 15:54) Building Event Sphere Solutions and Learning the Tech (15:54 - 21:05) How It Works: Pricing, Commission, and a 189% Sales Lift (21:05 - 26:11) Ideal Clients and Buying Back 20+ Hours a Week (26:11 - 29:15) AI in Hospitality: Sphere and Sphere Plus (29:15 - 33:27) Non-Negotiables and Scaling Beyond Arizona (33:27 - 38:15) Rapid Fire and Delo's Close 👉 If this conversation about growing revenue, systemizing your sales, and thinking bigger resonated with you, hit Subscribe for more deep dives on hospitality, business, and mindset. 💬 Drop a comment with your biggest takeaway, and share this episode with an owner or operator who’s ready to unlock a whole new revenue stream. 📲 Learn more about Event Sphere Solutions at https://www.eventspheresolutions.com 💼 Connect with Samia Kohler on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samia-kohler LINKS: 🔗 Connect with Delo: https://linktr.ee/iamthedelo 📚 Grab Delo’s FREE eBook: https://iamthedelo.com/3f-method-book 🤝 Delo’s Preferred Business Service Partners: https://iamthedelo.com/connect 👥 Entrepreneur Community: https://www.builtdifferentcommunity.com 📘 Facebook: https://facebook.com/IAmTheDelo 📷 Instagram: https://instagram.com/iamthedelo 💼 LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/daviddelorenzo1 🍽️ Restaurant Resources: https://www.runningrestaurants.com/subscribe   DISCOUNT CODE: DeLo2025

  5. Jul 19

    He Quit Drinking—and Ran 256 Miles Across Arizona | Kiefer's Journey | EP221

    Step into Episode 221 of On The Delo as Delo sits down with Keifer Gilbert - a tattooed small-town Arizona kid turned elite craft bartender turned sober ultra runner - for one of the most honest, raw, and inspiring conversations the show has delivered. From getting fired from Applebee's reeking of Jäger at 20, to helping launch Counterintuitive cocktail bar, to blacking out nightly while raising a newborn, Keifer's story is a masterclass in rock bottom, reinvention, and what it actually takes to do hard things sober. They cover the Phoenix and Scottsdale hospitality scene in depth - Cashmere, Cowboy Chow, Bitter & Twisted, Counterintuitive - and then pivot into the real story: how sobriety on Christmas Day 2018 led to Keifer trading shots for trail running and ultimately finishing the Cocodona 250, a 256.3-mile race from Black Canyon City to downtown Flagstaff with 37,000 ft of elevation gain in 108 hours. If you've ever struggled to let go of an identity that no longer serves you, or wondered if it's too late to become someone new, this episode will hit different. Chapter Guide (Timestamps): (0:17 - 1:25) Ep 221 Intro: Consistency, Repetition & Being a Little Psychotic (1:26 - 6:23) Getting Started: Flagstaff, Applebee's, Getting Fired, and One Semester at GCU (6:24 - 9:37) Landing at Cashmere & Cowboy Chow - Finding His Footing in Fine Dining (9:38 - 12:36) Counterintuitive: 32 Seats, 12 Hours of Prep, 8 Hours of Service - Craft Cocktails Done Right (12:37 - 17:20) Life at Bitter & Twisted: Long Shifts, Late Nights at Tally Ho, and a Body Falling Apart (17:21 - 19:26) Identity, Blackouts, and the Bar Industry's Dark Side (19:27 - 23:59) Sobriety: Christmas Day 2018, Cooper at 6 Months, and the Decision That Changed Everything (24:00 - 27:30) 8 Years Sober: The Emotional Lightning Rod Phase, the Three-Year Switch, and Life Today (27:31 - 29:01) From Jiu Jitsu to COVID Runs: How Ultra Running Accidentally Took Over (29:02 - 35:00) Cocodona 250: The Race, the Prep, the First Day Disaster, and 30,000 Calories Burned (35:01 - 40:18) What 256 Miles Does to Your Identity - And Cam Haines Cheering From the Trail (40:19 - 44:30) What's Next: Front-End Developer, USCA Certified Ultra Coach, and What Keifer Promotes (44:31 - 46:20) Rapid Fire: Climbs vs. Downhills, Warrant vs. Ratt, Bears on Mingus Mountain & More 👉 If Keifer's story of sobriety, grit, and running through the Arizona backcountry resonated with you, hit Subscribe for more honest conversations on health, hospitality, and living fully. 💬 Drop a comment with your biggest takeaway and share this with someone who needs a reminder that reinvention is always on the table. 📺 Check out Keifer’s Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@TheKeiferMadnessPodcast 🔗 Connect with DELO: https://linktr.ee/iamthedelo 💡 Entrepreneur Community: https://www.builtdifferentcommunity.com  📚 Grab DELO’s Free eBook: https://toastability-production.s3.amazonaws.com/iiaxm3o0iqiawpe96g9o5efki5gh 📲 DELO’s Preferred Business Service Partners: https://iamthedelo.com/connect 📋 Restaurant Resources: https://www.runningrestaurants.com/subscribe DISCOUNT CODE: DeLo2025

  6. Jul 12

    How Laymoon Café Became Arizona's Most Talked-About Middle Eastern Café | EP220

    Step into Episode 220 of On The Delo as Delo sits down with Akram Abdallah and Mohamed — the entrepreneurial force behind Laymoon Café, Tempe's buzzing Palestinian-Syrian café bringing Middle Eastern hospitality, culture, and flavor to the heart of the ASU community. From a chance road-trip conversation about an available space to opening one of the most talked-about new concepts in the Valley, this story is about bold moves, deep roots, and a team who built something beautiful before they even had a name for it. Delo digs into the origin stories, the chaos of launch week, supply chain realities, a 40-person staff puzzle, the significance of operating next to one of Arizona's most iconic mosques, and what it means to create a true "third space" rooted in Middle Eastern hospitality. If you're into food, entrepreneurship, culture, and the real behind-the-scenes of building a business from the ground up, this one will hit different. Chapter Guide (Timestamps): (0:00 - 2:42) Delo's Intro, Episode 220, and the New Book "Risky Business" (2:43 - 5:00) Meeting at Filthy Animal and Guest Origin Stories Begin (5:01 - 7:01) Mohamed's Tech Background: Waymo, Amazon, and Pilot's License (7:02 - 9:41) Operations, Staffing Puzzles, and 1,000+ Guests a Day (9:42 - 14:21) Akram's Real Estate Background and Finding the Location (14:22 - 19:33) The Mosque Connection, Nomad Jewelry, and Bringing on House of Form (19:34 - 27:40) Palestinian-Syrian Heritage, Islamic Hospitality, and the "Third Space" (27:41 - 30:12) The Menu: Fusion Drinks, Kedak Chai, Yemeni Honeycomb & More (30:13 - 37:45) Operations, Supply Chain, Social Media Strategy, and What's Next (37:46 - 43:20) Non-Negotiables, Prayer Routines, and Fitness Habits (43:21 - 50:00) Where to Find Them Online and Rapid Fire Questions 👉 If this conversation about culture, community, and building something with purpose resonated with you, hit Subscribe for more deep dives into hospitality, entrepreneurship, and real life in Arizona. 💬 Drop a comment with your biggest takeaway, and share this episode with someone who loves great food and great stories. ☕ Discover Laymoon Café: https://www.laymoon.cafe 🔗 Connect with DELO: https://linktr.ee/iamthedelo 💡 Entrepreneur Community: https://www.builtdifferentcommunity.com  📚 Grab DELO’s Free eBook: https://toastability-production.s3.amazonaws.com/iiaxm3o0iqiawpe96g9o5efki5gh 📲 DELO’s Preferred Business Service Partners: https://iamthedelo.com/connect 📋 Restaurant Resources: https://www.runningrestaurants.com/subscribe DISCOUNT CODE: DeLo2025

  7. Jul 5

    The Security Mistakes That Can Destroy a Bar | EP219

    In Episode 219 of On The Delo, Delo sits down with Manny and Rick from Nightlife Security Consultants to expose the security failures, operational mistakes, and liability risks that cost bars, restaurants, and nightclubs hundreds of thousands of dollars every year. From a $248,000 lawsuit over an $8 bar tab to a man stabbed on a dance floor the night before his sister's wedding, this episode reveals what operators can do today to better protect their guests, employees, and business. With decades of combined experience in law enforcement, nightclub operations, hospitality security, expert witness testimony, and staff training, Manny and Rick have helped operators across the country reduce risk and build safer venues. Together, they break down the five areas where businesses get picked apart in litigation, why hiring the biggest guy isn't always the right move, how post-COVID nightlife is evolving, and what a well-run security operation actually looks like—from the front door to last call. Whether you're a bar owner, restaurant operator, nightclub manager, hospitality professional, insurance agent, or simply interested in hospitality leadership and risk management, this episode is packed with real-world stories and actionable insight. Chapter Guide (Timestamps): (0:40 - 3:10) Intro: Episode 219, Guests Manny & Rick, and San Diego Small Talk (3:11 - 7:26) Origin Story: Nightlife Security Consultants Founded in 1998 (7:27 - 12:38) Rick's Background: 20 Years in Law Enforcement, MBA, PhD & Training Philosophy (12:39 - 16:36) State-by-State Laws, Dram Shop Preparation & the Five Areas of Litigation Research (16:37 - 22:02) Proactive Security, Patron Monitoring & the Puppy Analogy (22:03 - 26:21) Risk by Venue Type: Why Culture & Ownership Matter More Than the Concept (26:22 - 30:21) Hiring Smart: Background Checks, Team Diversity & Women in Security (30:22 - 35:29) Why Operators Don't Hire Help—and Who Does (35:30 - 40:00) Nightlife Trends: Post-COVID Habits, Day Drinking & the Gentleman's Club Pivot (40:01 - 45:01) Craziest Claim Stories: $248K Over an $8 Bar Tab & a Stabbing on the Dance Floor (45:02 - 51:12) Services: Training, Consulting, Policies, Major Incident Review & Expert Witness (51:13 - 58:19) Rapid Fire Questions & Outro 👉 If this conversation on bar security, hospitality liability, and protecting your operation hit home, be sure to subscribe so you never miss a deep dive into restaurant operations, business leadership, insurance, and risk management. 💬 Drop a comment with your biggest takeaway and share this episode with a fellow bar or restaurant owner. 🛡️ Create safer experiences for your guests, team members, businesses, and communities with Nightlife Security Consultants (NSC): https://www.nightclubsecurity.com 🔗 Connect with DELO: https://linktr.ee/iamthedelo 💡 Entrepreneur Community: https://www.builtdifferentcommunity.com 📚 Grab DELO's Free eBook: https://toastability-production.s3.amazonaws.com/iiaxm3o0iqiawpe96g9o5efki5gh 📲 DELO's Preferred Business Service Partners: https://iamthedelo.com/connect 📋 Restaurant Resources: https://www.runningrestaurants.com/subscribeDiscount Code: DeLo2025 #BarOwner #RestaurantOwner #NightclubSecurity #Hospitality #RiskManagement #LiquorLiability #RestaurantManagement #BusinessPodcast #HospitalityLeadership #OnTheDelo

  8. Jun 28

    The Power of Simply Asking & Why Persistence Beats Perfection | Lessons from Laura's Gourmet EP 218

    Step into Episode 217 of On The Delo as Delo sits down with Laura, founder of Laura's Gourmet — a woman-owned, Arizona-based granola brand that went from a "happy accident" recipe to 22 years on the shelves of AJ's Fine Foods, Whole Foods, and United Airlines Hawaii flights. From culinary school career changer to food service powerhouse, Laura's journey is a masterclass in trusting your gut, asking for what you want, and never saying no to an opportunity you haven't tried yet. This conversation goes deep on what it really takes to build a certified gluten-free, kosher, chef-driven food brand — navigating FDA compliance, retailers, food service platforms, and now launching an entirely new product category with CounterCool, a lightweight, collapsible aluminum counter rack born out of a real need Laura had as a private chef. Whether you're an entrepreneur, a food lover, or someone figuring out your next chapter, this episode is packed with honest insight, humor, and momentum you can use. Chapter Guide (Timestamps): (0:14 - 1:55) Welcome to EP217, Book Promo & Introducing Laura (1:56 - 5:26) Origin Story: New Jersey, Tech Career, and an Entrepreneur Mindset from Day One (5:27 - 8:48) Finding the Kitchen: From Paris Study Abroad to Culinary School & Celebrity Cuisine (8:49 - 13:22) The Food Philosophy: Slowing Down, Appreciating Your Meal & the Fuel vs. Enjoyment Debate (13:23 - 15:29) Laura's Gourmet Origin: The Happy Accident That Started With a Magazine Recipe (15:30 - 21:27) Getting on the Shelf: Stalking AJ's, Meeting Eddie Basha & 22 Years of Partnership (21:28 - 27:05) Granola 101: What It Is, How It's Made & the Simple Ingredients That Set Laura's Apart (27:06 - 32:30) CounterCool: The Patent-Pending Kitchen Tool Born from a Private Chef Problem (32:31 - 38:38) Savory Toppers, Clusters, Flavors & Where to Buy Laura's Gourmet Products (38:39 - 41:33) Wellness Routines, Saying No, and Leading with Love as an Entrepreneur (41:34 - 46:07) Rapid Fire: Bon Jovi, Appalicious, Granola Shots & South Mountain Trail Runs (46:08 - 46:31) Closing Thoughts: 22 Years in Arizona and the Community That Made It Possible 👉 If Laura's story of persistence, product passion, and entrepreneurial grit resonated with you, hit Subscribe for more conversations on food, business, and living differently. 💬 Drop a comment with your favorite Laura's Gourmet flavor — or share this with a chef, restaurant owner, or entrepreneur who needs to hear it. 🛒 Find Laura's Gourmet at laurasgourmet.com or on Amazon. 🔗 Connect with DELO: https://linktr.ee/iamthedelo 💡 Entrepreneur Community: https://www.builtdifferentcommunity.com  📚 Grab DELO’s Free eBook: https://toastability-production.s3.amazonaws.com/iiaxm3o0iqiawpe96g9o5efki5gh 📲 DELO’s Preferred Business Service Partners: https://iamthedelo.com/connect 📋 Restaurant Resources: https://www.runningrestaurants.com/subscribe DISCOUNT CODE: DeLo2025

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Step inside ON THE DELO Podcast: Arizona Restaurant & Hospitality Stories. Hosted by David “DeLo” DeLorenzo—entrepreneur, insurance expert, and connector of people—this show dives deep into conversations with chefs, restaurateurs, brewers, and creators shaping the industry. Beyond business, DeLo explores health, mindset and community, exploring what it really takes to thrive in hospitality and in life. This podcast is here to help you get connected, stay protected, and keep growing. Subscribe now and join a community where hospitality, health, and hustle come together.

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