In this special episode of Data Delicacies, host Arun Kumar brings you some of the most interesting and compelling excepts from recent episodes of the show! Dive into the future of the restaurant industry with four visionary leaders who are shaping the way we think about technology, consumer experience, and market strategy:

Jason Valentine, Chief Strategy Officer - Botrista: Shares the game-changing role of automation in scaling operations and the best practices for testing new models.

Mateen Habib, Head of Product - GoTab, Inc.: Explores the evolution of experiential dining and the rising expectations of today’s consumers.

Patrick Bobrukiewicz, Vice President of Business Development - Nigel: Redefines the POS landscape by advocating for tailored solutions that empower operators to choose what works best for their unique business needs.

Justin Ulrich VP of Marketing - eVocalize: Highlights the untapped potential of smaller markets and the critical need for targeted marketing strategies in these areas.

Whether you're an industry veteran or just starting your journey in hospitality, this episode is packed with insights to help you adapt and thrive in an ever-changing landscape.

ABOUT JASON VALENTINE

Chief Strategy Officer Jason Valentine brings more than 25 years of experience in the restaurant industry, including leadership on both Franchisee and Franchisor sides. Most recently, he was President of the national brand Zoup! Eatery and completed a successful acquisition plan. Valentine has been listed on Restaurant Business News' Power 20 list and has been a featured speaker at the Restaurant Leadership Conference and the Fast Casual Executive Summit.

• Connect with Jason Valentine on LinkedIn
• Visit Botrista Online
• Follow Botrista on Facebook
• Subscribe to Botrista on YouTube
• Follow Botrista on Instagram
• Connect with Botrista on LinkedIn

ABOUT MATEEN HABIB

Mateen Habib has a diverse work experience spanning over a decade. Their most recent role is as the Head of Product at GoTab, Inc., where they started in March 2022. Prior to that, they served as a Product Manager from October 2021 to March 2022 at the same company. Before joining GoTab, Inc., Mateen worked as an Account Growth Specialist from August 2020 to October 2021.

Earlier in their career, Mateen held the position of Director of Operations at Jupiter, Drake's Brewing, and Triple Rock Brewing from February 2010 to October 2020. In 2015, they also served as a Co-Owner at Arthur Mac's Tap & Snack from November 2015 to September 2018.

Mateen Habib earned a Bachelor's degree in Business/Managerial Economics from the University of California, Santa Cruz. Mateen attended the university from 2005 to 2009.

• Connect with Mateen Habib on LinkedIn
• Visit GoTab Online
• Connect with GoTab on LinkedIn
• Follow GoTab on Facebook
• Follow GoTab on YouTube
• Follow GoTab on Instagram

ABOUT PATRICK BOBRUKIEWICZ

As Vice President of Business Development at Nigel, Patrick is a strategic leader, exceptional at driving results, achieving profitable growth, and delivering industry-leading technology solutions. He has broad experience in both the restaurant and IT industries ranging from operations, systems management, project management, development and business development. 

• Connect with Patrick Bobrukiewicz on LinkedIn
• Visit Nigel Online
• Connect with Nigel on LinkedIn
• Follow Nigel on Facebook
• Follow Nigel on X

ABOUT JUSTIN ULRICH

As VP of Marketing at Evocalize, Justin Ulrich is known for his visionary approach and knack for leading innovative go-to-market strategies that drive real results. With a career spanning both B2B and B2C sectors, Justin has consistently delivered impactful marketing strategies across diverse industries, blending creativity with strategic insights to keep brands top-of-mind with target audiences and partners. His expertise spans brand marketing, partner and channel marketing, and demand generation, enabling him to bring unmatched value to every organization he serves. Justin is dedicated not only to achieving business goals but also to fostering a fun, engaging work environment.

• Connect with Justin Ulrich on LinkedIn
• Visit Evocalize Online
• Connect with Evocalize on LinkedIn
• Follow Evocalize on Facebook
• Follow Evocalize on Instagram
• Follow Evocalize on Tik Tok
• Subscribe to Evocalize on YouTube
• Visit Taziki's Mediterranean Café Online

ABOUT DATA DELICACIES—

Data Delicacies is a weekly podcast that dives deep into the world of technology and data as it pertains to restaurants. Host Arun Kumar interviews some of the best and brightest in the industry about all things hospitality tech, artificial intelligence, and machine learning.

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Produced by Incentivio & Cali BBQ Media