Top Business Leaders Show Rise25 Media

Award-winning restaurateur and chef Andy Husbands is the owner of The Smoke Shop BBQ, a restaurant centered around the culinary art and long-standing traditions of barbecue with five locations in Massachusetts. Andy’s passion for exquisite food and barbecue techniques led him to co-author six cookbooks in which he shares his wisdom of more than 30 years of experience working in the culinary industry.
In this episode… In this episode of the SpotOn Series, Chad Franzen welcomes Andy Husbands, award-winning chef and owner of Boston’s famous The Smoke Shop BBQ. They discuss cooking as a passion, the thrilling nature of culinary competitions, and finding your calling in the restaurant industry. Andy also shares some of the most important skills for wood-fired cooking and tips on how to better retain customers and fans.

Will Haire is the Co-founder and CEO of BellaVix, a marketplace management company helping D2C brands increase sales on leading e-commerce platforms. An e-commerce expert, Will holds various marketing and advertising licenses from Amazon, Alison, Hubspot, Hootsuite, and Google. He delights in assisting brands to become market leaders in their respective categories. 
In this episode… eCommerce platforms have been on the rise for the past few decades — a result of the advancing digital age and marketing initiatives. Industry titans, including Amazon and Walmart, attract millions of consumers to their online stores monthly. There’s no arguing these e-commerce giants have paved the way for digital retailers. What marketing strategies can smaller brands implement to drive more digital traffic to their sites? 
If you desire to scale your e-commerce business, understanding the value of your product and business capacity is crucial. When launching a brand, it may feel advantageous to provide clients with a remarkable deal to kickstart business deals, but as your clientele expands, you risk shortchanging your product’s worth. You can maintain competitive pricing without diminishing the value of your services. 

In this episode of the Top Business Leaders Show, Bela Musits welcomes Will Haire, Co-founder and CEO of BellaVix, to discuss his experience launching a company and the unforeseen challenges that occurred in the early days of the business. Will also shares the value of knowing your company’s worth, how to differentiate yourself from competitors, and the benefits of leveraging predictive analysis during the hiring process.

Serial entrepreneur Charles Lew is an Attorney and Managing Partner at The Lew Firm where he and his team represent some of the top hospitality brands in Los Angeles. Charles’ diverse career path allowed him to build a unique skill set by working as a professor at the Loyola Law School in LA, a board member of several notable organizations and businesses, a journalist at Entrepreneur Magazine, an advocate for mental health, and a LA Small City Business Commissioner.
In this episode… In this episode of the SpotOn Series, Chad Franzen welcomes serial entrepreneur and Attorney Charles Lew. They discuss the realities for business owners in the hospitality industry, how the metaverse will shape the future, the differences in the operation of organizations and restaurants, techniques for adapting to the nightlife industry’s dynamic nature, and ways to achieve an effective work-life balance. Charles also shares valuable advice on perfecting your craft and fueling your passion for business.

Shain Buerk is a veteran franchisor and the President of Scramblers, a family breakfast and lunch restaurant with multiple locations in Michigan and Ohio. With more than 30 years of experience, Shain’s biggest passion remains building a brand that embraces family principles and a franchise that changes lifestyles.
In this episode… In this episode of the SpotOn Series, Chad Franzen is joined by Shain Buerk, franchise owner and President of Scramblers. They discuss the business entry requirements in the restaurant industry, building signature brand recipes, developing a focused business model, and the benefits of staying open during the holidays. Shain also shares his experience and advice for effectively growing a franchise business into a multi-state corporation.

Arne Hurty is the Founder and CEO of BayCreative, a marketing firm providing support to multiple industries. Arne leverages his background in design and illustration to help B2B companies market to their customer base and streamline internal communication using in-bound, out-bound, and traditional marketing methods. For over a decade, BayCreative has offered a one-stop marketing solution for a wide range of companies, including Adobe, Oracle, Cisco, Hitachi, and many more.
In this episode… The purpose of a marketing firm is to serve its clients by making the brand known to prospects. Implementing marketing strategies allow your efforts to reach the target audience. But as you work diligently to help build other brands, you may put your own company’s marketing strategy on hold. If you’re not marketing yourself, how will potential clients know you’re available to help their brands grow?
Putting your customer’s needs above your own is admirable — but it’s not feasible for longevity. In fact, there is value in treating your company like it’s your best customer. Arne Hurty advises keeping your brand rooted in your company’s vision and finding a steady rhythm when marketing yourself. Finding a marketing rhythm will allow your brand to stay current while you build your clients’ visibility in the community. 
On this episode of the Top Business Leaders Show, Chad Franzen interviews Arne Hurty, Founder and CEO of BayCreative, to discuss the importance of treating your marketing firm like a valued customer. Arne also shares why he launched his own firm, how his agency has evolved over the years and withstood unforeseen circumstances, and the goals his team is working to accomplish.

Experienced executive leader Sherif Mityas is the CEO of BRIX Holdings, a Dallas-based franchisor of award-winning food brands including Souper Salad, Smoothie Factory, and RedBrick Pizza. His demonstrated work history in retail and customer interaction earned him the accolade of Global CXO of the year in the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area. Additionally, Sherif was named one of the top 10 innovators in the restaurant industry in 2020 by Nation’s Restaurant News. 
In this episode… Mergers and acquisitions are big business these days. Unfortunately, it’s a common side effect of acquisitions for the original business model to be lost in the transition. So how can companies going through a M&A prevent this from happening?
Executive leader Sherif Mityas explains the first step is to get back to the grassroots of the original business model once it’s acquired. Many times brands peak beyond their growth cycle and become stagnant. So, how can this be rectified? When reestablishing grassroots, it’s essential to reevaluate the brand’s target consumer and its original end goal. Want to learn more?
Join Chad Franzen of Rise25 in this episode of the SpotOn Series. Chad speaks with the CEO of BRIX Holdings, Sherif Mityas, about how the company impacts brands once it is acquired. Additionally, Sherif discusses how he broke into the restaurant industry, how to become a BRIX franchisee, and the company's future.