Behind the Numbers

Behind the Numbers


Why Happy Employees and Smart Tech Drive Restaurant Growth with Philip Gay

June 26, 2025

Hospitality finance veteran Philip Gay joins Marc Cohen and Rich Sweeney to break down what truly drives restaurant success. From building EYAS Capital’s QSR portfolio to investing in employee training at Paperchase, Philip shares how happy teams, operational scorecards, and AI-powered engagement fuel profitability. Plus, hear his timeless rule: people, product, and place drive profit.


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