FULL COMP: The Voice of the Restaurant Industry Revolution
A podcast by Josh Kopel

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506 Episodes
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Master of Scale: John Ramsay on Scaling Taco Cabana and Building Brand Loyalty
Published: 1/24/2025 -
Revolutionizing Franchises: Andrew Kim on Putting People Before Profits at Waba Grill
Published: 1/21/2025 -
From Finance to Hospitality: Shawn Uldridge on Taking Big Risks for Bigger Rewards
Published: 1/17/2025 -
Why Most Restaurants Struggle (And How to Break the Cycle)
Published: 1/15/2025 -
Purpose Driven Profitability: Chris Hall on Building Culture, Community, and Connection
Published: 1/14/2025 -
From Franchise to Legacy: Brian Smith and Robert Hagopian on Building a Butcher Shop Empire
Published: 1/10/2025 -
2025 FULL COMP Trailer
Published: 1/9/2025 -
Never Settle: Savneet Singh on Reshaping Restaurant Technology and Culture
Published: 1/7/2025 -
Balancing Creativity and Tradition: Eldredge and Tyler Ropolo on Reinventing Italian Dining
Published: 1/3/2025 -
Leading with Focus: Peter Newlin on Revolutionizing Suburban Dining
Published: 12/31/2024 -
Rethinking Risk: Harold Jurado on Reinventing Success in Restaurants and CPG
Published: 12/27/2024 -
Scaling Culture and Experience: Barry McGowan on Fogo de Chão’s Global Growth
Published: 12/24/2024 -
Myles Moody on the fastest way to grow
Published: 12/20/2024 -
Shannon Smith on building a great business through storytelling
Published: 12/17/2024 -
Chad Coulter on the blueprint to scaling a casual restaurant
Published: 12/13/2024 -
Elizabeth Blau on creating a culinary destination
Published: 12/10/2024 -
Jamie Mulholland on the keys to longevity in the hospitality industry
Published: 12/6/2024 -
Dara Mirjahangiry on how to build a network that guarantees success
Published: 12/3/2024 -
Jeremy Cohn and Jared Rouben on building a cult-like following
Published: 11/29/2024 -
Kurt Metzger on breathing new life into a 70 year old brand
Published: 11/26/2024
What if I told you that the difference between struggling and thriving in the restaurant industry is just one conversation away? I’m Josh Kopel, a Michelin-awarded restaurateur who’s spent decades building blockbuster brands across every tier of dining. I know the challenges you’re facing—because I’ve been there. That’s why I created FULL COMP. Every week, I go one-on-one with the smartest minds in the game—restaurateurs, chefs, and industry insiders who’ve cracked the code. Together, we unpack their biggest wins, hardest lessons, and the strategies that changed everything. No fluff, no filler—just actionable insights to help you boost profits, build your brand, and create the kind of restaurant you’ve always dreamed of. So, if you’re ready to stop spinning your wheels and start seeing results, hit subscribe.